Opinion
The Buzz: ‘Smile, Darn Ya, Smile’ when addressing the president
Reporters must remember to grin when asking President Trump about Epstein’s sexual assault victims.
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Editorial: Limit redundant reviews of those providing care
If lawmakers can’t boost funding for supported living, they can cut red tape that costs time.
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Vote yes on Everett Schools bond; delaying projects will cost more later
The Everett Public Schools bond has a strong values case and should also be evaluated on its merits…
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Climate crisis is affecting availability of water resources
All over the West, water has become a difficult issue, and a recent Herald article discusses just one…
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Stephens: Newsom looks good to Democrats; too bad about his record
Democrats looking for a favorite in ‘28 need to look how California has fared with him as governor.
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Comment: S. Carolina’s measles milestone is everyone’s problem
Now hosting the largest outbreak in 25 years, the state’s measles cases come at a dangerous time for…
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Comment: Kristi Noem also is failing at directing FEMA
Unfortunately, getting rid of her is unlikely to improve the agency’s disaster response in a time of need.
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Welch: To limit DUI wrecks focus on what happens after arrest
Lowering the blood-alcohol limit to .05 targets the wrong drivers and doesn’t address lax follow-up.
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Vote for Monroe schools bond and levy for needed improvements
I’ve seen a lot of folks toss out “facts” about the Monroe School District and try to use…
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Bill would hold data centers accountable for energy, water use
I try to hold our electric and water use in check because costs matter. While many of us…
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Douthat: AI is to future as new world was to 16th century Europe
Europe had little to go on as to the possibilities across the Atlantic. But they didn’t ignore it.
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ICE agents masking identity is an ominous sign
Agents with Immigration and Customs Enforcement wear masks for the same reason the Ku Klux Klan wears hoods.
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Editorial: Ban on face masks assures police accountability
Concerns for officer safety can be addressed with investigation of threats and charges for assaults.
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Some Everett voters in Mukilteo district; vote for Mukilteo school bond, levy
If you live in Everett, you may still be a Mukilteo School District voter. As a longtime member…
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Why will South County Fire have two ‘chiefs’ for five months?
The South County Fire District announced the retirement of the current fire chief who has been chief for…
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Comment: White House will alter reality to fit its narrative
Historical markers and web pages removed. Data deleted. Now, AI is used to alter photos. Truth is being…
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Klein: Why Canadian leader’s speech revealed Trump’s weakness
Canada’s Mark Carney told the world that Trump has no leverage against those who disregard his threats.