Opinion
Comment: State’s new digital ad tax complicated, sloppy and iffy
The untested tax, rushed to passage to fill a state revenue hole, is being challenged in court.
Opinion
Comment: Social media isn’t the town square politicians think it is
Only a few of each side’s base supporters get their news online. And actual voters aren’t impressed.
Opinion
Forum: Recognize worth of hard-working immigrant neighbors
Many came here for better lives and have helped build our communities. They deserve citizenship.
Opinion
Editorial: Selecting county charter review panel fundamental
Voters’ picks of three members of the panel will help determine what amendments they see next fall.
Opinion
Comment: AI can be health care boon; it needs national policy
The technology offers great promise but must have predictable and consistent policy guidance.
Opinion
Schwab: Take the fork in the road or stick a fork in democracy
When troops kick down doors and zip-tie kids, when food aid is destroyed, there’s a choice to be…
Opinion
City of Snohomish: Keep incumbents for mayor, council
After attending the City of Snohomish candidate forum, I remain concerned about replacing experienced incumbents with inexperienced candidates…
Opinion
Everett school board: Jackson Laurence serves students
Last May, Anna Marie Jackson Laurence was appointed to school board Position 3, to finish the term of…
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Everett School Board: Student treated unfairly
I received a mailer recently from Robin Lee regarding the Everett School Board and Jackson High School’s robotics…
Opinion
Comment: Don’t count on U.S. shoppers to ignore tariffs’ costs
Consumers have gotten good at hunting for deals, finding substitutes or simply putting off purchases.
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The Buzz: We were hoping they were talking about Bugs Bunny
A cease-fire in Gaza. The government shutdown. OK, big deals, but what about the Super Bowl halftime show?
Opinion
Editorial: Frizzell best choice for diverse, growing Lynnwood
City council member Hurst has legitimate financial concerns, but Frizzell remains a skilled leader.
Opinion
Rough ride for buses: Better ‘manhole’ covers needed
I am a senior citizen who frequently rides public transit. I am appalled at the state of the…
Opinion
Compassion still exists following tragedy
I was moved and encouraged by the Oct. 3 article in the Everett Daily Herald, “Why one man…
Opinion
Comment: Democrats showed up to shutdown with policy demands
Their warning about increasing health care premiums may be resonating, even among Republican voters.
Opinion
Comment: White House threats against judges have crossed line
It’s one thing to criticize a ruling; another to falsely tie judges to left-wing agendas and terrorists.
Opinion
Comment: ‘Landmark’ free speech ruling isn’t as strong as hoped
The judge found for the free speech rights of foreign students, but the ruling itself may not stand.