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Schwab: Trump’s MSG rally just preview of what he has planned

Trump and his warm-up acts removed all doubt regarding the ugliness ahead for us if voters allow.

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Abortion rights are not safe in Washington state

When we debate issues we must have a commonly understood set of facts. This is particularly so when…

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South County Fire demanding too much of taxpayers

Who is the public servant, firefighter or taxpayer? The taxpayer has become the public servant, serving the firefighter…

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Vote no on all four harmful statewide initiatives

As an active senior citizen, working for years to make our communities stronger and healthier, I must speak…

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Krugman: How Trump’s economic plans could wreak Social Security

Tariffs, deportations and other policies could speed loss of the benefit’s revenue and prevent a fix.

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Editorial: Everett voters should reject both wage initiatives

The complexities of wage and employment law require consideration of the issues by the city council.

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Governor: Ferguson put thought into his plans

I’m a Democrat and that is generally how I vote. I still make sure that I do my…

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10th LD, House, Pos. 1: Kennedy has integrity, honesty

Calling all patriots, ballots are delivered and it’s crunch time!

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Lake Stevens school bond: Vote yes for kids, future

Our hids! Our future!

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Comment: How high is too high for a minimum wage?

With states and localities setting higher minimums, at what wage do losses outweigh the benefits?

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Stephens: Conservatives, hold your noses and vote for Harris

Yes, Harris as president will be problematic, but returning Trump to the Oval Office would be far worse.

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Editorial cartoons for Thursday, Oct. 31, Halloween

A sketchy look at the news of the day.

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Krugman: Trump’s greatest con job? That he’s pro-working class

Trump’s tariffs will push up prices while his tax cuts will primarily benefit upper-income individuals.

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Dowd: How bad do you want it, ladies?

To elect Harris, women will have to turn out in numbers sufficient to out-perform Trump’s bro nation.

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Editorial cartoons for Wednesday, Oct. 30

A sketchy look at the news of the day.

Homeowners Jim and Chris Hall stand beneath their new heat pump, at right, inside their Whidbey Island home on Thursday, Sep. 7, 2023, near Langley, Washington. The couple, who are from Alaska, have decreased their use of their wood burning stove to reduce their carbon footprint. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

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Editorial: Reject 1-2066 to preserve a climate solution

The initiative’s repeal of a state law could make it less affordable to move from gas to electric…

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Everett wage initiatives: 24-01 best for working families

Everett is a city of working families. Even for a relatively affordable city like Everett, the cost of…

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State attorney general: Brown has experience, leadership for post

I’m a mother of two young adult sons, retired Navy, active community member and volunteer. I’m writing to…

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Editorial cartoons for Tuesday, Oct. 29

A sketchy look at the news of the day.

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Comment: Everett measure would guide responsible development

Initiative 24-03 will protect the Snohomish River Watershed while allowing sustainable development.