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Can we focus on solutions, not ‘isms’?

I was checking out The Herald’s editorial cartoons 0nline and one had Democrats jumping off the socialism cliff…

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In defense of Trump, allegations need fact-check

In response to a recent letter blaming Donald Trump for high gas prices, the continuing war in Ukraine,…

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Where are cartoons lampooning Kamala Harris?

I agree with a recent letter writer, The Herald Opinion page’s cartoons about the GOP and Trump, are…

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Editorial cartoons are satire; it’s to be expected

I have read and sent letters to the editor of The Herald for years. I’m just amazed that…

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People should rely on own savings not on goverment assistance

Laudable is the social legislation that provides 26 weeks of subsidies to the unemployed who meet specific qualifications.…

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Did partisan rhetoric backfire on Snohomish city candidates?

Something interesting happened recently in the city of Snohomish mayoral and city council races. While Democrats performed well…

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Welch column unfairly targeted transgender girls

When Todd Welch was first brought on as a regular columnist for The Herald, he promised to be…

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What if a president abused executive powers?

I hear by the news that Learning Resources Inc. v Trump has been argued recently before the Supreme…

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A state income tax is fair and can fund our needs

The constant tug-of-war between raising taxes and cutting spending is maddening.

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Thanks to Mukilteo voters for their support of EMS levy

We want to extend our sincere gratitude to the residents of Mukilteo for their support of the Emergency…

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Recalling the bravery of nation’s first veterans

In the year 1768 there were a lot of Americans involved with the military arts. The other colonists…

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Praise for both candidates in County Council race

Sam Low earned my vote for Snohomish County Council Position 5 because he exemplifies what effective public service…

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So much ‘winning’ in Trump’s first eight months

So. Eight months into the second Trump administration, the government has been shut down for a record length…

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Honor veterans for their dedication on Nov. 11

Nov. 11 is a very special day in America. It is the day we celebrate our wonderful veterans!

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Federal budget cuts require us to help neighbors

We, as a community, have an opportunity now. We know, that the president, is going to expend great…

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How will CT’s Gold Line cope with traffic?

In theory Community Transit’s Gold Line sounds great, an express way for travelers using the bus system to…

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Would B&W photos in The Herald save any money over color?

I’ve always enjoyed the color photos accompanying articles in The Herald newspaper, especially those showing our wonderful Pacific…

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Thanks for in-depth reporting on federal access to Flock camera data

I wanted to send my thanks to you for your story on Flock cameras (“Records: Feds accessed Flock…

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Democracy is worth staying, fighting for

In response to a recent letter to the editor suggesting we offer money and a plane ticket to…

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Issue of Epstein files hasn’t gone away for Trump

I really don’t care about your politics but I’m really concerned that so many on the right believe…