Commentary

Comment: U.S. allies get the message in Signal debacle

It’s clear what U.S. officials think of ouor allies, but so to is the administration’s ineptitude.

Comment: Heigh-ho, heigh-ho, to the culture wars we go

The release of a ‘Snow White’ reboot brings renewed controversy to Disney and a theater near you.

Comment: It matters that we understand decline in overdoses

We need to ramp up what’s working against fentanyl and avoid cuts to programs that deliver that care.

Comment: The problem with using ‘migrants’ for immigrants

The attempt at a neutral term fails because ‘migrant’ divorces new arrivals from our nation’s history.

Comment: Trump, Musk blunder into Social Security minefield

In attempting to cut services, then backtracking, only to press on, service is denied to seniors.

Comment: Lawmakers must abide duty for ample K-12 funding

The state’s needs are many, but the constitution makes clear where its ‘paramount duty’ lies.

Comment: For Gen Z’s job hopes, we’re already in a recession

Those 20-24 face a jobless rate of 8.3 percent with little movement from officials to change that.

Comment: Polite but puzzled Canadians try to grasp bitter shift

Flummoxed by Trump’s ire and tariffs, Canadians brace for economic hardship forced by a one-time friend.

Comment: Speed limits aren’t a choice; nor should vaccines be

RFK Jr. is spewing childish libertarian nonsense in insisting vaccines are a ‘personal choice.’

Children play and look up at a large whale figure hanging from the ceiling at the Imagine Children’s Museum on Wednesday, Oct. 26, 2022 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Comments: Trump cuts could starve nations’ museums, libraries

Gutting a museum and library agency could end grant funding and aid to communities’ centers of learning.

Children play and look up at a large whale figure hanging from the ceiling at the Imagine Children’s Museum on Wednesday, Oct. 26, 2022 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Comment: Boost cost-effective care for disabled adults

Supported Living care improves the lives of families. It needs the state’s support from Medicaid.

Comment: County leadership focused on families, wellness

Roundtable discussions helped the council identify initiatives for families and health in communities.

Comment: Anti-vax culture war on mRNA may end up costing lives

False theories are discouraging research and prompting legislation to block valuable vaccines.

Comment: DOGE’s real goal is to privatize government services

And it will be red states and rural areas that will pay more for commercial service for mail and more.

Comment: Roberts had to chastise Trump for threat to judge

Calling for the impeachment of judges over rulings has a long history, and it’s why the chief justice spoke up.

Comment: ‘Forced joy’ is alienating employees and customers

Starbucks baristas must now doodle greetings on cups. It’s the wrong way to win engagement.

Comment: Have lawmakers forgotten they have constituents?

Some, particularly in the GOP, are begging out of town halls. Others are trying to limit initiatives.

Comment: How long can Musk count on being White House fixture?

With Musk’s popularity suffering from his DOGE cuts, his money may not keep him in Trump’s good graces.

Comment: Jury’s still out on economy, except for road report

Regardless of opinions on the eventual strength of the U.S. economy, getting there will be bumpy.

Comment: Learning costs of ignoring environment the hard way

EPA chief Lee Zeldin can’t flip a switch on protections, but we’ll lose precious momentum on climate.