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Editorial: ‘Millionaires’ tax’ can deliver fairness, revenue

The governor’s proposal should be placed on the ballot, allowing voters a chance to rebalance tax fairness.

Floodwater from the Snohomish River partially covers a flood water sign along Lincoln Avenue on Thursday, Dec. 11, 2025 in Snohomish, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Comment: Aging levees, heavier storms a rising threat in West

Levees built 60 or more years ago, increasingly heavy rains and a move into floodplains pose dangers.

Mukilteo school board policy restricts employees’ speech

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Blind rapper warns against crime

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Comment: Chamber marks first year of building a Greater Everett

A relaunched Greater Everett Chamber is building connections, trust and community to aid businesses.

Comment: U.S. Rep. Rick Larsen looks back at eventful, busy 2025

The 2nd District congressman listened, legislated and led on issues vital to his constituents.

CNA Nina Prigodich, right, goes through restorative exercises with long term care patient Betty Long, 86, at Nightingale's View Ridge Care Center on Friday, Feb. 10, 2023 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Editorial: Skilled nursing care must remain state budget priority

The governor’s spending plan would claw back Medicaid reimbursements that pay skilled-nursing care staff.

In a gathering similar to many others across the nation on Presidents Day, hundreds lined Broadway with their signs and chants to protest the Trump administration Monday evening in Everett. (Aaron Kennedy / Daily Herald)
Editorial: An opinionated look at 2025

A review of local, state and national events through the lens of the opinions of The Herald Editorial Board.

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.

Comment: Some western states carrying more debt than others

Washington state’s bond and pension liabilities carry a per-capita debt of $15,400, 11th highest in the U.S.

Forum: What share of blame should left bear for Trump’s reign?

Those who voted for Trump aren’t ignorant. Were they driven to him by the excesses of the left wing?

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