Opinion
Editorial: Using the First Amendment to protect our rights
For better government and communities we need better understanding and respect for differing opinions.
Opinion
Editorial: Everett school board incumbents warrant support
Roman Rewolinski, Jen Hirman and Anna Marie Jackson Laurence have shown their value to the district.
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Editorial: Garrard best for Edmonds School Board post
The retired teacher was appointed last year to fill a vacancy and has contributed from the start.
Opinion
Editorial: Western states take only course on vaccine access
The move assures access to covid vaccines but can’t replace a national policy vital to public health.
Opinion
Editorial: Attack ads an undeserved slander of school official
Ads against an Everett school board candidate are a false and unfair attack on a public servant.
Opinion
Editorial: Speed limit reductions a good start on safety
Everett is reducing speed limits for two streets; more should follow to save pedestrian lives.
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Editorial: Work to replace what was taken from those in need
The state and local communities will have to ensure food security after federal SNAP and other cuts.
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Editorial: Keep a mindful eye on government use of AI chatbots
A public media report on government use of chatbots, including by Everett, calls for sound guidelines.
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Editorial: Governor’s reasoned defiance to Bondi’s ICE demands
In the face of threats, the 10th Amendment protects a state law on law enforcement cooperation.
Opinion
Editorial: We’ll keep our mail-in ballots; thank you, Mr. Putin
Trump, at the suggestion of Russia’s president, is again going after states that use mail-in ballots.
Opinion
Editorial: Gerrymandering invites a concerning tit-for-tat
Democrats, among them Rep. Suzan DelBene, see a need for a response to Texas’ partisan redistricting.
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Editorial: Auditor’s Office tools provide view into government
Good government depends on transparency into its actions. We need to make use of that window.
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Editorial: State lawmakers right to skip Gerrymandering Games
While red and blue states look to game the midterms, Washington is wisely staying out of that fray.
Opinion
Editorial: A recap of The Herald’s primary endorsements
Primary elections, setting the November ballot, are no time for voters to sit on the sidelines.
Opinion
Editorial: Newman for Edmonds; Paige for Mountlake Terrace
Both lead strong fields of candidates for the city councils of each south county city.
Opinion
Editorial: In strong field, Sterba best for Mukilteo council post
James Sterba is a veteran Boeing engineer who offers a strong financial background.
Opinion
Editorial: Franklin’s considered approach warrants third term
The incumbent mayor has used innovation and concern for all residents to guide her leadership.
Opinion
Editorial: Elect Hem, Rhyne, Burbano to Everett council seats
The Aug. 5 primary will determine the top two candidates for Council Districts 1, 2 and 4.
Opinion
Editorial: Check state’s transportation road map from now to 2050
A state commission’s Vision 2050 plan looks to guide transportation planning across the state.
Opinion
Editorial: Perkins, in strong field, best for Marysville council
The fifth-grade teacher hopes to improve outreach and participation with neighborhood meetings.