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Island Co. Sheriff: Felici a proven leader for all
We strongly urge all Island County voters to join us in voting to reelect Rick Felici as Island…
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U.S. Senate race: What are Smiley’s positions on issues?
U.S. Senate candidate Tiffany Smiley recently announced she’s pro-choice; she supports a woman’s right to an abortion up…
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Immigration is causing too many problems for us
Democrats try not to talk about it and hope it will go away and Republicans offer no solutions…
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Reveiw character and experience of police candidates carefully
Since various law enforcement organizations are starting a hiring binge, I was wondering, would now be a good…
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‘Election Integrity’ canvassers attempting to suppress voting
During October, just three weeks from the Nov. 8 election, Republicans have reignited their misinformation campaigning. In Burlington,…
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County should reject Cathcart Crossing housing development
The Herald is to be complemented presenting the facts of this project without commentary (“County Council dismisses appeal…
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Support candidates who back climate efforts
Should we wear masks indoors, outdoors or both? When it’s hard to decide, you know that climate change…
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Thanks to Burkett’s, volunteers for successful Providence guild fundraiser
As co-chairs of the Providence General Children’s Association “Fashion with Compassion” fundraiser, we would like to offer our…
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Mayors’ public safety campaign should seek broader solutions
I see The Herald is still publishing articles from our local elected officials, calling for more law and…
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Reject voting on single issues
Imagine the Golden Gate Bridge without guard rails — mass chaos — with the most aggressive drivers shoving…
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Why some of us oppose exceptions to rape, incest
Political TV commercials focusing on abortion are highlighting exceptions for rape and incest.
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Tulalip Tribes deserve praise for proposed mental health center
Thank you to the Tulalip Tribes for the commitment to the community shown by buying 30 acres of…
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38th LD, Pos. 2: We need more like Mark James
The last couple of years have been tough for business owners. Beginning my day finding a homeless man…
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Insults hurled at Sen. Murray aren’t persuasive
A recent letter to the editor began by calling Patty Murray a “commie in tennis shoes.” I appreciate…
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Praise firefighters and pray for rain to end Bolt Creek Fire
To everyone still harping and hollering about why the Bolt Creek Fire is still not out:
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39th LD: Carolyn Eslick, Sam Low best for House seats
I want to appeal to our community to support Rep. Carolyn Eslick, R-Sultan, and Sam Low, Republican of…
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Sorry, George Will, I’m sticking with Murray for Senate
Occasionally, Washington Post columnist George Will surprises. His columns will be objective and fair. Unfortunately, his column of…
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Where are the reasonable conservative candidates?
I seldom vote for someone based soley on party affiliation. Character matters to me. While I agree with…
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Monroe school levy: Sign theft won’t stop my effort for passage
To the individual who continues to steal my Vote YES for Monroe School District Levy: Thank you!
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10th LD, Pos. 1: Shavers will serve his constituents
Honor, courage and commitment are qualities we seek in our elected representatives, whether they are a state legislator,…