Letters

Better regulation of pharmacy benefit managers needed

Pharmacy benefit managers (PBM) companies use practices that limit choices and increase out-of-pocket costs for consumers. I have been working with patients in our community… Continue reading

Retired benefit from Fed’s interest rate increases to lower inflation

The Federal Reserve has historically desired a 2 percent inflation rate and uses the interest rate to control it. That means that a nickel Coke… Continue reading

Still waiting to hear reasons to vote for Trump

A recent letter to the editor promised the writer’s reasons for voting for Donald Trump. Then he only gives reasons he dislikes President Biden. Surely… Continue reading

Trump doesn’t honor our war dead

On Memorial Day weekend, I, like millions of Americans, visited a cemetery to lay flowers or place an American flag on the grave of a… Continue reading

Herald reporters deserve living wage that guild seeks

As a frequent reader of The Herald’s online content, I express my strong support for the efforts of the newspaper’s unionized journalists who contribute so… Continue reading

Judge’s decision to reduce bail in trooper’s death questioned

Judge Richard Okrent’s decision to reduce Raul Benitez Santana’s bail from $1 million to $100,000 is both stupid and an injury to law enforcement (“Judge… Continue reading

College financial aid is investment in future for all

I wish to highlight the pressing issue of the soaring costs associated with attending college and advocate for the expansion of financial aid programs for… Continue reading

Public invited to learn about Prophet Muhammad at Monroe event

The Ahmadiyya Muslim Community invites the public to join us for a special dinner: “The Man Behind The Mystery - The Life of Muhammad -… Continue reading

AquaSox crowd joins player in singing National Anthem

During a recent Everett AquaSox game, a player for the Aquasox sang the National Anthem. The fans were watching him sing on the big screen.… Continue reading

Deporting immigrants will have economic consequences

Donald Trump is promising to round up 10 million immigrants and deport them. Would legal rules by obeyed? Without cleaners, thousands of motels would have… Continue reading

Trans inmate deserved better treatment

I was incredibly disappointed to read the unsympathetic coverage on Monroe Correctional Complex inmate Jennifer Jaylee (“Trans inmate says Monroe prison staff retaliated over safety… Continue reading

1oth LD, Senate race: St. Clair brings experience to post

We are fortunate to have an outstanding Democratic candidate running for State Senate in the 10th Legislative District. Janet St. Clair provides a stark contrast… Continue reading

Expanding grants will help more students get college degrees

For good or ill, the American labor force is being automated. To stay relevant in the age of AI, working adults need access to education.… Continue reading

Balloon releases are harming wildlife

When will the media stop perpetuating the myth that releasing balloons into the sky after tragedies is inspirational? This glorified littering of supposedly biodegradable balloons… Continue reading

Was I-5’s long closure necessary?

It seems there needs to be a rational discussion and possibly a policy ammendment regarding the closing of the I-5 freeway during law enforcement investigations.… Continue reading

Alternative is needed to 8-hour shutdown of I-5

I was in the catastrophic I-5 backup on May 16 trying to reach Marysville from Mukilteo. With construction and lane blockages on both I-5 and… Continue reading

Herald, please bring back Today in History, professional sports scores

First off, thank you for continuing to publish The Herald. I have been a subscriber for many, many years and have always looked forward to… Continue reading

Reasons why I’m voting for Trump

Someone may ask me why in the world would I vote for Trump? After four years of President Biden, let me list the reasons. Inflation:… Continue reading

Demand Senate honor mothers by passing child tax credit bill

Moms are great. They love us, care for us, laugh with us, cry with us. Mother’s Day is our way to say thanks for all… Continue reading