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A recent nationwide poll found that Donald Trump’s approval ratings were higher…

 

Consider Saudis’ past U.S. involvement

Hmmm. Nineteen Saudi Arabians took out the Twin Towers in September of…

 

ICE should save money with focus on deporting convicted felons

In an interview about immigration on NPR last month, Kevin Roberts, president…

 

Why do I protest? This is why

In the long four months of governing, the Trump administration has shown itself to be cruel, chaotic and corrupt. Trump’s Cabinet is a cluster of… Continue reading

Fluoridated water best way to ensure dental health

Obviously drinking bleach in any form is not a great proposition, and according to dental experts the topical fluoride treatments that are put on our… Continue reading

Time for age, term limits for all politicians

I think we’re all getting weary about how old and decrepit our presidents were and are. President Joe Biden certainly didn’t represent his best self… Continue reading

What do we need with growth and its problems?

Why do we have to prepare for growth? Stupid question, right? Well maybe it is, but for years our leaders have promoted more growth. So… Continue reading

Cuts to scientific research cut us off from solutions

Where to start with the actions Donald Trump has taken which worry me: the economy, denial of court orders, etc., but I what alarms me… Continue reading

Return of salmon after dam removal proves it works

A truly inspiring article published on May 7 in The Oregonian offers hope for the eventual recovery of wild salmon in west coast rivers. When… Continue reading

DIYers should get a PUD’s heat-pump break, too

I have just completed a do-it-yourself installation of a central heat pump system to replace an electric furnace. I understand the Snohomish PUD energy saving… Continue reading

Everett Council, Dist. 2: Paula Rhyne has proved herself

Four years ago, a public servant ran for District 2 and won her Everett City Council seat. Since then, Paula Rhyne has worked tirelessly to… Continue reading

Opposition to amendment to habitat rules ignored

The article regarding Snohomish County’s habitat ordiance reports a preponderance of Snohomish County voters opposed to further erosion of habitat (“Snohomish County Council passes controversial… Continue reading

Candidates without opponents should decline donations

No candidates registered to run against Jared Mead or Nate Nehring for Snohomish County Council. Neither of these two candidates need to pay for campaign… Continue reading

No doubt about what Trump is doing to nation

There is no doubt about it. The Trump administration is in reality a fascist regime. Trump is following a fascist playbook. He has set about… Continue reading

Reverse Congress librarian’s unjust firing

I am beyond heartbroken by the unceremonious firing of Dr. Carla Hayden, our beloved Librarian of Congress, by the Trump administration. Dr. Hayden has dedicated… Continue reading

Should states handle issue of immigration?

OK, here we go again. The southern states have been screaming ‘states’ rights’ since the Civil War and there’s one point upon which we should… Continue reading

Why does Trump need three 747s?

If children can make do with two dolls instead of 30 while shelves are empty so that Trump can pursue his economic policies, why can’t… Continue reading

County should adopt critical areas law without amendments

This is an all-hands-on-deck moment to protect wetlands in Snohomish County. Wednesday, May 14 at 10:30 a.m., the Snohomish County Council will vote on amendments… Continue reading

Can county be trusted with funds to aid homeless?

In response to the the article (“Snohomish County, 7 local governments across US sue Trump administration,” The Herald, May 4): Snohomish County is asking for… Continue reading

A ‘hands-on’ president is what we need

The “Hands Off” protesting people are dazed and confused. They are telling the government to stop interfering with their lives. They think all is good.… Continue reading