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Thanks to Mukilteo voters for their support of EMS levy

We want to extend our sincere gratitude to the residents of Mukilteo for their support of the Emergency…

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Recalling the bravery of nation’s first veterans

In the year 1768 there were a lot of Americans involved with the military arts. The other colonists…

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Praise for both candidates in County Council race

Sam Low earned my vote for Snohomish County Council Position 5 because he exemplifies what effective public service…

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So much ‘winning’ in Trump’s first eight months

So. Eight months into the second Trump administration, the government has been shut down for a record length…

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Honor veterans for their dedication on Nov. 11

Nov. 11 is a very special day in America. It is the day we celebrate our wonderful veterans!

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Federal budget cuts require us to help neighbors

We, as a community, have an opportunity now. We know, that the president, is going to expend great…

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How will CT’s Gold Line cope with traffic?

In theory Community Transit’s Gold Line sounds great, an express way for travelers using the bus system to…

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Would B&W photos in The Herald save any money over color?

I’ve always enjoyed the color photos accompanying articles in The Herald newspaper, especially those showing our wonderful Pacific…

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Thanks for in-depth reporting on federal access to Flock camera data

I wanted to send my thanks to you for your story on Flock cameras (“Records: Feds accessed Flock…

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Democracy is worth staying, fighting for

In response to a recent letter to the editor suggesting we offer money and a plane ticket to…

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Issue of Epstein files hasn’t gone away for Trump

I really don’t care about your politics but I’m really concerned that so many on the right believe…

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Trump-hating editorial cartoons are getting old

I realize these are “opinion” cartoons but why does every single cartoon have to be all about how…

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Does Trump want to draw out shutdown?

Many people want to know who to blame for the shutdown of the U.S. government. Are specific people…

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Keep up pressure on Trump, GOP regarding SNAP, ACA

In this brief letter I hope that more people will pay attention to Trumpian acts about which many…

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Exclude talking points in reporting of drug, gun indictments

I urge everyone I know to support local news outlets such as The Herald, where I’m sure the…

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Better uses for $300 million than ballroom

A true president would have compassion for the people he promised to serve. Instead of building a $300…

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Congress, others shouldn’t be paid during shutdowns

From now on (retroactively to the latest) with every national congressional shutdown, every member of Congress, every member…

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Trump using shutdown to his own ends

President Trump orchestrated an impasse that has resulted in the government shutdown that he is using to his…

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Why has GOP remained silent in face of shutdown?

So, let’s get this straight: We are currently in a government shutdown, federal employees continue to lose their…

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State initiatives: Treat signature gatherers with respect

Washington’s initiative process gives citizens the power to propose laws and hold government accountable, a right that should…