Editorial cartoons for Wednesday, Aug. 22

Editorial cartoons for Wednesday, Aug. 22

A sketchy look at the day in politics.

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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.

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Editorial cartoons for Tuesday, Dec. 16

A sketchy look at the news of the day.… Continue reading

LifeWise’s Bible classes pose no harm to students

The editorial regarding LifeWise Academy’s efforts to broaden children’s education and knowledge… Continue reading

Where’s the controversy in what LifeWise offers to students?

I read with interest the article about the Everett Public School District… Continue reading

Stephens: Sydney shooting is what ignoring antisemitism looks like

The Hanukkah massacre wasn’t incomprehensible, as the Australian prime minister said. That’s the problem.

Comment: Jewish community, Australia again swept into violent world

Bondi Beach, a century-old community, has lived alongside increasing incidents of antisemitism in the last two years.

Comment: Affordability isn’t a hoax; for many, it’s not a crisis

Effective responses will depend on directing efforts to those who are struggling with the cost of living.

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Editorial cartoons for Monday, Dec. 15

A sketchy look at the news of the day.… Continue reading

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.

Comment: FEMA flooded by incompetent leadership

Only by the grace of God has the nation not suffered a major hurricane with this lot in charge.

More than 150 people attend a ribbon cutting event on Nov. 16, 2023 celebrating the completion of Innovation Hall at the University of Washington Bothell and Cascadia College campus. The building, which highlights STEM instruction and research, opens to students in January. (Tara Brown Photography / UW Bothell)
Comment: Public colleges have most to lose in federal funding cuts

Attention is focused on Ivy League schools, but much of the work is being done in public universities.

Stephens: Europe worth fighting for; it should understand that

At a time of dwindling commitment from the U.S., Europe must stand for itself.

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