Opinion
Tribes deserve thanks for work to restore Blue Heron Slough
I woke up recently with the haze of wildfire smoke burning in my throat. It took the edge…
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Sometimes outcomes are not matter of bad choices
A recent letter to the editor was a solid attempt at parodying those who cruelly look down on…
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Choices play a part in outcomes such as homelessness
A recent letter to editor writer said homelessness is a result of bad choices, contrary to the opinion…
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Mental health center near Stanwood long-sought solution
Opposition to a mental health treatment center in rural Stanwood astounds me (“Neighbors, advocates at odds over mental…
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Downtown Everett efforts are making a difference
The recent article, (“‘Hungry to shop local,’ but obstacles about in downtown Everett,” The Herald, Oct. 23), captured…
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Inflation concerns should be placed in context
Politicians talk about inflation as if it is all bad. If you are fortunate to own a home,…
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Congress, 1st District: Cavaleri’s policies are needed now
We have an important choice for Congress for the 1st Congressional District. Our voting choices will determine the…
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10th LD, House: Paul’s record refutes attacks
The mud-slinging has started in earnest against our 10th Legislative District Democratic candidates.
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Island Co. Commission: St. Clair experienced, supportive
Ever since I first heard Janet St. Clair speak, I’ve been extremely impressed. My appreciation for her has…
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Vote for most qualified candidates
The time has come the walrus said to talk of many things, of shoes of ships and sealing…
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Vote for those who will protect access to women’s health care
I’d like to think here in Washington, women will always make reproductive health care decisions with their doctors’…
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Our representative democracy is at stake on Nov. 8
I realize that as a part of its messaging, the Republican Party likes to talk about how democracy…
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38th LD, House: Cortes, Fosse care for community
Values, people, and progress are three key principles I look for when evaluating candidates. As an Army officer,…
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U.S. Senate: Don’t trust Smiley on abortion
Watching the debate between Sen. Patty Murray and challenger Tiffany Smiley, I was struck by a phrase which…
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Deluge of campaign ads backed by ‘dark money’
Are you tired of campaign ads that you have seen more times than “M.A.S.H.” reruns? Does it seem…
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U.S. Senate: Smiley doesn’t understand the job
The ad campaign for Tiffany Smiley ignores simple truths about the office of U.S. senator. Obviously: Smiley will…
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Congress, 1st District: Headed in ‘right direction,’ DelBene?
Regarding the recent article where U.S. Rep. Suzan DelBene, chair of the congressional “New Democratic Coalition” is characterized…
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44th LD, House: Donaghy works for schools, veterans
Rep. Brandy Donaghy, candidate for the 44th Legislative District, House, has spoken many times about her proposals on…
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39th LD, House: Sam Low dedicated, hard-working
We are fortunate to have such a fine candidate Sam Low for the 39th District state representative. Low…
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Don’t support candidates who deny election results
When I hear a candidate say an election was stolen, especially despite all evidence to the contrary, it…