Opinion

Forum: Advice to young adults, focus on your best ‘person’

Past generations focused on the character aspects of gender roles, but something more basic is necessary.

Forum: Everett’s land-use plan should keep affordable housing tool

Its comprehensive plan should keep inclusionary zoning, setting aside housing for working families.

The Buzz: ‘Your majesty, the peasants are revolting!’

Well, that’s a little harsh, but we’re sure the ‘No Kings’ protesters clean up well after their marches.

Add your voice to protect freedoms at No Kings Day protests

Imagine it’s 2045. Nationwide, women have been fully stripped of rights to abortion, even in life-saving emergencies. The federal government no longer provides funding for… Continue reading

Bouie: Trump’s weaknesses show through theater of strength

His inability to calmly confront opposition and respond with force betrays brittleness and insecurity.

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Editorial cartoons for Friday, June 13

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

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Schwab: Why keep up nonviolent protests? Because they work

Our greatest democratic victories came on the heels of massive, nationwide demonstrations.

Shouldn’t we value diversity, equity and inclusion?

If one were asked to describe the American Dream in a nutshell, we would be hard-pressed to find three better words than diversity, equity and… Continue reading

Trump should cancel Musk’s access to our personal data

Loved the recent editorial cartoons about the Trump-Musk feud. Now, if Donald Trump wants to do something to punish Elon Musk that’s not only legal… Continue reading

Why are we rooting against victims in Ukraine, Gaza?

When did we as a nation become less empathetic, less sympathetic, more cruel, and more unfeeling? When did we as a nation become more able… Continue reading

Call constitutional convention for balanced budget amendment

Congress has not managed the federal purse well. We have been running deficits for a long time. I think it is clear that Congress can’t… Continue reading

Comment: Anti-‘woke’ crusades by Hegseth, Rubio petty, dangerous

Focused on renaming ships and scrubbing websites, the department heads risk their distraction.

Comment: So much for RFK Jr.’s pledge of ‘choice’ on vaccines

His latest action confirms his intention to delist specific vaccines, making them less affordable.

June 11, 2025: Tear Gaslighting

Editorial cartoons for Thursday, June 12

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

June 11, 2025: Tear Gaslighting
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: Let’s remember the ‘peaceably’ part of First Amendment

Most of us understand the responsibilities of free speech; here’s how we remind President Trump.

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)

How are Trump’s actions the ‘will of the people’?

Calling up the National Guard is usually done in concert with a governor’s request, but the way it was done in Los Angeles and used… Continue reading

Will public get a vote on downtown Everett stadium?

I see The Herald is enthusiastic about the push to build a new baseball stadium in downtown Everett. My communications with the mayor and council… Continue reading

Comment: Hegseth renaming ships dishonors memory of ‘warriors’

Navy vessels were named for Harvey Milk, Cesar Chavez and others in recognition of their service to country.

Comment: Reclaim and fly the American flag for ‘No Kings Day’

For those defending the nation’s ideals, there’s no better complement to a protest sign than the flag.

Comment: Why Trump’s Guard deployment is threat to democracy

Trump claims rebellion and invasion; there is neither. Policing protests must be left to states.