Opinion
Comment: True conservatives need to watch alt-right fringe
Tucker Carlson’s interview with Nick Fuentes ought to raise concerns about antisemitism’s infiltration.
Opinion
Comment: If justices limit Trump’s power, it starts with tariffs
Depending on reasoning, three of the Supreme Court’s conservatives seem ready to side with its liberals.
Opinion
Comment: Why Congress, the ‘first branch,’ plays second fiddle
Congress’ abdication of its power, allowing an ‘imperial presidency,’ is a disservice to democracy.
Opinion
Comment: Businesses’ banking tool falling prey to data brokers
Open banking is a key tool for businesses, but one part of the system needs better oversight.
Opinion
Eco-nomics: Rather than World Series, a world serious on climate
The climate game is in late innings, but nature bats last and has heavy hitters in renewable energy.
Opinion
Comment: Like a monster movie, state income tax rises from grave
Citing a financial crisis, Democrats again seek an income tax, despite a long history of defeats.
Opinion
Comment: Food banks are indispensable, but can’t replace SNAP
SNAP has been the most effective anti-poverty program in U.S. history. Its work must be restored.
Opinion
Comment: California’s gerrymander is sleazy, but necessary
And, as Tuesday’s vote shows, it had the support of a majority of Californians who oppose Trump’s agenda.
Opinion
Comment: Democrats’ election wins offer no clear 2026 roadmap
What guidance can the party take from a socialist’s win in New York and moderates’ wins in Virginia…
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Comment: The devil for GOP is in the details of the election
If they care to listen, Republicans were given a warning about their prospects in the 2026 midterms.
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Comment: Gates’ ‘humanity’s demise’ sets low bar for climate goals
The climate crisis may not end humanity, but it will bring a lot of misery and economic disruption.
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Comment: U.S. should take cue from King Charles on Epstein
The king has demoted his brother after recent revelations. What are U.S. authorities waiting for on their end?
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Comment: One man can end the shutdown; it’s no one in Congress
Trump has long said only he could fix it. It’s time he persuaded both parties to hammer out…
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Comment: That $170 billion for ICE would buy a lot of school meals
Imagine if we spent on the health and welfare of kids what we’re spending on immigration enforcement.
Opinion
Comment: Balancing a religious right against a child’s safety
Washington state has changed a law that required clergy to report abuse heard during confession.
Opinion
Three more Everett council members question a mayoral candidate’s criticism of mayor and council actions.
By Mary Fosse, Paula Rhyne and Liz Vogeli / For The Herald
Opinion
Comment: Disparity in rights of home owners vs. renters
A guilty verdict against a landlord was the exception to the rule for a renter locked out of…
Opinion
Comment: A hunger for leadership, compassion as SNAP snaps shut
There’s plenty of blame to go around, most of all for President Trump’s bullying of his opponents.
Opinion
Comment: Trump, GOP holding emergency SNAP funds over politics
Even during the shutdown, emergency funds could sustain food aid. It’s just another attack on SNAP.
Opinion
Comment: Both parties need to work together to end shutdown
With pay halted for many federal workers and services threatened, only cooperation can reopen government.