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Comment: On once-winning issues, Trump losing popular support

Trump’s emphasis on foreign policy has cost him in polls regarding the economy and immigration enforcement.

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Vote yes for Everett schools bond, levy for strong schools, strong community

I have been a resident in the Everett School District for most of the past seven decades. My…

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Our kids deserve your support for school districts’ levies, bonds

There are many school districts in Snohomish County that are having levy and bond elections now. Please vote…

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Trump administration’s evil actions can’t be supported

It is no longer a question of politics. What you are seeing is pure and obvious evil. You…

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No thanks to invitation to join state Republican Party

I recently received an invitation to join the state GOP. I laughed at the ridiculousness of the ask,…

A red baseball cap reading “Make America Go Away” is displayed at McKorman, Jesper Tonnesen’s vintage clothing store in Copenhagen, Denmark, on Thursday, Jan. 15, 2026. The Danish writing on the hats, “Nu det Nuuk,” uses “Nuuk,” Greenland’s capital, to play on an expression that roughly means “enough is enough.”  (Hilary Swift/The New York Times)

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Comment: When talk of peace is brandished as a tool of war

From ancient Rome to icy expanses of Greenland,the tactics of war have used words of peace.

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Editorial cartoons for Monday, Jan. 26

A sketchy look at the news of the day.

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The Buzz: Cpl. Veronika, you’re being sent to defend Greenland

Cows have been hiding their ability to use tools. Is the bovine revolution at hand?

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Editorial cartoons for Saturday, Jan. 24

A sketchy look at the news of the day.

A parent walks their children to class at Whittier Elementary on Wednesday, Sept. 6, 2023 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Editorial: Everett schools warrant yes votes on bond, levy

The bond will add and renovate schools; the levy supports 15% of the district’s budget.

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Comment: Why LifeWise found it necessary to sue Everett Schools

Everett School District’s hostility to off-campus religious instruction violates the Constitution.

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Comment: What families should consider in choosing a school

With a range of school options, here’s what to consider in finding a good fit for your child.

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Comment: Latino, other communities rely on drug pricing program

Continued support of 340B is vital for diverse communities and small business owners in the state.

A drawing by Edie Everette made while providing care for her mother, who was living with dementia.

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Forum: Care for loved one calls on compassion, grace and humor

When dementia arises in someone you love and now must care for, remember that you’re not alone.

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Editorial cartoons for Sunday, Jan. 25

A sketchy look at the news of the day.

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Editorial cartoons for Friday, Jan. 23

A sketchy look at the news of the day.

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Schwab: It isn’t GOP cowardice but approval that emboldens Trump

In message and manner, an ICE-like cruelty is on proud display. And about last week’s column: “Pysch!”

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Everett Schools levy, bond are investments that will pay off

My support for strong public schools is personal, professional and pragmatic. As a parent, it’s important to me…

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Why won’t Republicans stand up to Trump?

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Douthat: What’s left that can restrain Trump’s fevered ambitions?

In his first term, his Cabinet and advisers were the guardrails. Now the checks are less certain.