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Comment: Tonight’s debate questions matter as much as answers

To avoid vague talking points, moderators have to ask direct questions Trump and Harris can’t dodge.

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Friedman: The 23 words Harris can say to win debate, election

“Joe and I got a lot of things right, but we got some things wrong, too; and here…

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Douthat: Yes, it’s a toss-up, but here’s why Trump may win

All considered, Harris should be doing better than she is now. And the polls always underestimate Trump.

FILE — Jet fuselages at Boeing’s fabrication site in Everett, Wash., Sept. 28, 2022. Some recently manufactured Boeing and Airbus jets have components made from titanium that was sold using fake documentation verifying the material’s authenticity, according to a supplier for the plane makers. (Jovelle Tamayo/The New York Times)

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Comment: Proposal reflects future Boeing, IAM are building

The contract proposal is more than a labor agreement; it’s a commitment to workers and the community.

September 7, 2024: Another Shooting

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Editorial cartoons for Monday, Sept. 9

A sketchy look at the news of the day.

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Comment: Mass shootings a choice the Republican Party makes

In choosing the rights of gun-owners over safety, the bloody aftermath is unavoidable.

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Krugman: It should be clear now; it’s time for rate cut, Fed

The last five reports on inflation and jobs show inflation is over; waiting any longer risks recession.

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Comment: Harris would add to Bidenomics with huge tax increases

Along with trillions in deficit spending, Harris seeks taxes higher even than many European nations.

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Thanks to 95 percent who follow rules of road

Getting around

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Would another bridge help with I-5 traffic?

I-5 project

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Doesn’t understand Trump’s support

Presidential election

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Herald still provides coverage I expect

Herald coverage

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Editorial cartoons for Sunday, Sept. 8

A sketchy look at the news of the day.

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Comment: Lawmakers must fix growing school funding shortfall

Since the McCleary solution state funding has slipped, forcing closures, layoffs and cuts to K-12 education.

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Comment: State must rein in sale of unregulated vape products

The FDA is moving too slowly to address a flood of flavored vape pens from China, marketed at…

Vice President Kamala Harris talks with North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper as she makes purchases at Bayleaf Market in Raleigh, N.C., on Friday, Aug. 16, 2024. Harris used her first major policy speech to unveil the central planks of her economic agenda. (Erin Schaff/The New York Times)

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Two perspectives on the Democratic nominee’s proposals to address American’s economic concerns.

Point: Harris’ economic agenda for the people

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Forum: Do efforts without some sacrifice still have meaning?

We can protest with little consequence. Lose weight with a shot. But have we suffered for any of…

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Forum: A thanks to all for a fine first day of school in our state

Some one million students are back in class, building their futures. Thank those who are there for them.

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Editorial cartoons for Satuday, Sept. 7

A sketchy look at the news of the day.

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Editorial: Red ballot, blue ballot, one house, one America

Two Braver Angels workshops offer thoughts on working past political divisions as the election nears.