Opinion

Carson gets a chance to sound the horn in an Everett Fire Department engine with the help of captain Jason Brock during a surprise Make-A-Wish sendoff Saturday, Oct. 21, 2023, at Thornton A. Sullivan Park in Everett, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

Editorial: Everett voters will set course for city finances

This fall and in coming years, they will be asked how to fund and support the services they use.

 

Comment: Measles outbreaks show importance of MMR vaccinations

The highly contagious disease requires a 95 percent vaccination rate to limit the spread of outbreaks.

 

Harrop: Should ‘affordable’ come at cost of quality of living?

As states push their cities to ignore zoning rules, the YIMBYs are covering for developers.

 

Saunders: Classified document cases show degrees of guilt

President Biden’s age might protect him, but the special prosecutor didn’t exonerate him either.

Comment: Clearing the internet of misinformation, deep fakes

With social networks’ spotty moderation record, users need to identify and call out problems they see.

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Editorial cartoons for Monday, March 18

A sketchy look at the news of the day.… Continue reading

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Spectators display flags while watching the annual St. Patrick's Day parade, Sunday, March 19, 2023, in Boston's South Boston neighborhood. (AP Photo/Steven Senne)

Comment: Wearing o’ the Green could save Red, White and Blue

St. Patrick’s Day, as a shared celebration, can allow us to set aside divisions and celebrate with each other.

Spectators display flags while watching the annual St. Patrick's Day parade, Sunday, March 19, 2023, in Boston's South Boston neighborhood. (AP Photo/Steven Senne)
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Trump’s stance on abortion isn’t moderate; it’s dangerous

Voters deserve to know the facts and the truth about what will become of our freedom, and indeed, our democracy, should Donald Trump be re-elected.… Continue reading

Vote against I-2117 to keep best tool to protect climate

We voters will be offered the opportunity to repeal Washington state’s Climate Commitment Act (CCA) during this fall’s General Election. I am asking you to… Continue reading

What we’re doing isn’t working to fix homelessness

Obviously providing for the homeless is a troubled effort. Way too much money spent with too little success. Housing the homeless is difficult, but keeping… Continue reading

Comment: Reclaim your right to know what governments are up to

For more than 50 years, state law has defended access to public records; rights that are being eroded.

Comment: These tips can help keep sobriety on St. Patrick’s Day

You can still have a good time around others, but know your triggers and follow these tips.

Eco-Nomics: Price of gas, fossil fuels higher than you think

Greenhouse gas emissions from fossil fuels force unseen costs in climate disasters, illness and more.

Editorial cartoons for Saturday, March 16

A sketchy look at the news of the day.… Continue reading

Forum: Trooper’s death stresses need to repeal cannabis law

The trooper’s death, caused by an impaired driver, should prompt lawmakers to reconsider its legalization.

Forum: Website invites ‘crowd’ to add to New Deal’s living history

The website is cataloging the art, architecture and parks built across the country during the New Deal era.

Schwab: The State of the Republican Party is … unhinged

Sen. Katie Britt’s response to Biden’s speech was more representational of her party than many intended.

Students need basic financial literacy skills in today’s world

I was disappointed to read that the bill requiring financial literacy education in schools failed (“Legislature has its own production of ‘The Holdovers,’” The Herald,… Continue reading