Opinion
State Legislature must pass rent stabilization law
With rising rental costs far outpacing incremental income increases over recent years, families across our state are facing…
Opinion
Checking the facts on Trump supporter’s claims
One shouldn’t be surprised at the low-information voter. Case in point was a recent letter explaining the author’s…
Opinion
Gas prices were lower four years ago due to pandemic
The Herald recently had an article related to local gas prices (“As gas prices near $5 in Everett,…
Opinion
Provider options for Aetna changed after retirees made choice
My husband and I were in for a shock when we opened our letters from Aetna recently to…
Opinion
Better regulation of pharmacy benefit managers needed
Pharmacy benefit managers (PBM) companies use practices that limit choices and increase out-of-pocket costs for consumers. I have…
Opinion
State should offer more financial aid to college students
I am writing in regard to the cost of attending college, and why I believe the state should…
Opinion
Trump doesn’t honor our war dead
On Memorial Day weekend, I, like millions of Americans, visited a cemetery to lay flowers or place an…
Opinion
Retired benefit from Fed’s interest rate increases to lower inflation
The Federal Reserve has historically desired a 2 percent inflation rate and uses the interest rate to control…
Opinion
Still waiting to hear reasons to vote for Trump
A recent letter to the editor promised the writer’s reasons for voting for Donald Trump. Then he only…
Opinion
Judge’s decision to reduce bail in trooper’s death questioned
Judge Richard Okrent’s decision to reduce Raul Benitez Santana’s bail from $1 million to $100,000 is both stupid…
Opinion
Herald reporters deserve living wage that guild seeks
As a frequent reader of The Herald’s online content, I express my strong support for the efforts of…
Opinion
Letter supporting Trump ignores facts around him
Judging by a recent letter regarding the writer’s reasons for voting for Donald Trump, the author obviously:
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College financial aid is investment in future for all
I wish to highlight the pressing issue of the soaring costs associated with attending college and advocate for…
Opinion
Public invited to learn about Prophet Muhammad at Monroe event
The Ahmadiyya Muslim Community invites the public to join us for a special dinner: “The Man Behind The…
Opinion
Deporting immigrants will have economic consequences
Donald Trump is promising to round up 10 million immigrants and deport them.
Opinion
AquaSox crowd joins player in singing National Anthem
During a recent Everett AquaSox game, a player for the Aquasox sang the National Anthem. The fans were…
Opinion
Was I-5’s long closure necessary?
It seems there needs to be a rational discussion and possibly a policy ammendment regarding the closing of…
Opinion
Expanding grants will help more students get college degrees
For good or ill, the American labor force is being automated. To stay relevant in the age of…
Opinion
Balloon releases are harming wildlife
When will the media stop perpetuating the myth that releasing balloons into the sky after tragedies is inspirational?…
Opinion
1oth LD, Senate race: St. Clair brings experience to post
We are fortunate to have an outstanding Democratic candidate running for State Senate in the 10th Legislative District.…