Opinion
Protect access and conservation of our public lands
I am one of millions of Americans who love our nation’s public lands. These are places where we…
Opinion
Won’t somone explain tariffs to Trump?
To borrow from the caption for The Herald Editorial Board’s Nov. 15 editorial (“Public opinion on Trump’s tariffs…
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No Kings rally: Kids say darndest things
At Snohomish’s very large and very peaceful No Kings rally there was a small child about 5 years…
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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,…
Opinion
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…
Opinion
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.…
Opinion
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…
Opinion
Welch column unfairly targeted transgender girls
When Todd Welch was first brought on as a regular columnist for The Herald, he promised to be…
Opinion
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…
Opinion
A state income tax is fair and can fund our needs
The constant tug-of-war between raising taxes and cutting spending is maddening.
Opinion
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…
Opinion
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…
Opinion
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…
Opinion
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…
Opinion
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!
Opinion
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…
Opinion
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…
Opinion
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…