Editorial cartoons for Saturday, Aug. 8

Editorial cartoons for Saturday, Aug. 8

A sketchy look at the news of the day.

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People listen as Rick Steves announces he has purchased the Jean Kim Foundation Hygiene Center property so the center can stay open on Wednesday, Dec. 17, 2025 in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Editorial: The message in philanthropic gifts large and small

Travel advocate Rick Steves is known for his philanthropy but sees a larger public responsibility.

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Editorial cartoons for Wednesday, Dec. 24, Christmas Eve

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Welch: State’s climate act failing to deliver on promises

The law was sold, in part, on building resilience against flooding. How has that worked out?

Douthat: Rubio, quietly, is influencing Trump’s foreign policy

And that influence speaks to his ability to serve Trump while playing his own long game.

Harrop: Fight or flight: The response of two GOP congresswomen

Both Liz Cheney and Marjorie Taylor Greene objected to Trump. One ran and lost. The other just ran.

Comment: It’s not too late to protect against risk of flu

Cases of flu are growing and a new strain may be more infectious than viruses in past years.

Comment: A last-minute guide for giving gifts to kids

Consider age, temperament and finding game and play experiences you can share with your child.

A state Climate Commmitment Act map shows projects funded by the act's carbon auctions.
Editorial: Climate Commitment Act a two-fer for Washington

Its emissions auctions put price on carbon and use that revenue for climate investments.

Water from the Snohomish River surrounds a residence along the west side of Lowell Snohomish River Road on Thursday, Dec. 11, 2025 in Snohomish, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Editorial: Keep eye on weather and on FEMA’s future

Recent flooding should give pause to those who believe federal disaster aid is unnecessary.

One of the illustrated pages of the LifeWise Bible used for class on Monday, April 14, 2025 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Editorial: Everett Schools can stick with rules for Bible program

LifeWise, a midday religious class, wants looser rules for its program or has threatened a lawsuit.

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Editorial cartoons for Tuesday, Dec. 23

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District follows First Amendment with rules for LifeWise

The Herald has reported that Lifewise, a midday Bible education program, has… Continue reading

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