Opinion
Editorial: Rep. Larsen outlines ‘to do’ list for opioid crisis
Much of what’s outlined in policy and funding solutions works, but needs expansion and our support.
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Editorial: School absenteeism crisis needs an all-hands effort
Legislation seeks to enlist schools, community groups, tribes and more to reach out to struggling kids.
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Editorial: Panel on concerns of boys, men deserves hearing
Legislation for a commission could add to efforts and investments that lawmakers have prioritized.
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Editorial: What King brings to discussion of gun safety bills
The slain civil rights leader was cited by supporters and opponents of a gun permit bill before lawmakers.
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Editorial: Getting around, on wheels or water, not any easier
Work continues in the Legislature, but questions remain on transportation fixes and funding.
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Editorial: Humans should keep eye on rise of generative AI
Legislation proposes a task force to study its potential advantages, abuses and guardrails for its use.
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Editorial: A few bills worth attention in a short session
They aren’t tackling major issues, but many offer ideas worth consideration by public and lawmakers.
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Editorial: Finland model for state to reduce traffic deaths
Backed by a visit to view safety successes, lawmakers are again pitching ways to reduce accidents.
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Editorial: Lawmakers take second swing of hammer for housing
Even after the Legislature adopted legislation and funding, several proposals are back this year.
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Editorial: 2023 was an eventful year, In Our View
The highlights: the last 747 rolls out, solutions for addiction, a tragic sub accident and a farewell to…
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Editorial: Pact offers path to sustain salmon, clean energy
An agreement among tribes, states and the federal government moves work forward to protect all interests.
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Editorial: Commission on boys, men needed for interests of all
A state commission could focus on their needs in education, health, jobs, families and the courts.
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Editorial: With bullet train sidetracked, upgrade Cascades
Rather than a costly new line, an upgraded Amtrak Cascades offers faster travel, sooner and cleaner.
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Editorial: Lynnwood’s steps protect online public comment
New comment rules should better prevent abuse of online testimony from hate speech and disruption.
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Editorial: Incoming sheriff seeks outreach to strengthen trust
Susanna Johnson, a 30-year veteran of the agency, is emphasizing professionalism and transparency.
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Editorial: Fosse shouldn’t have to choose between elected roles
The Everett City Council can bar its members from other offices, but should not do so retroactively.
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Editorial: City’s $1 million an investment in Everett baseball
Contracts for preliminary work on an AquaSox stadium honor team’s 40 years of family fun and tradition.
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Editorial: Improving civic health starts by coming to table
Efforts locally and at the state level seek to counter the incivility that has mired public discourse.
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Editorial: Duties on both sides of camera during arrests
The right to record police activity is clear, but so is the need to respect the safety of…
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Editorial: Get back into charitable habit for Giving Tuesday
Inflation sapped donations for charities last year; things may be looking up this year for more.