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Editorial cartoons for Friday, Oct. 18

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

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Give reins of federal government over to Republicans

I am so tired of hearing the Democrats repeating the same old lie about Donadd Trump being a threat to democracy when the Democrats were… Continue reading

Klein: Stop looking at the polls to predict the election

National and swing-state polls are so tight and within the margin of error there’s no knowing who’ll win.

Schwab: Founders couldn’t imagine this authoritarian from within

Will we stand mute as Trump’s infinite playlist of racism, misogyny and xenophobia plays him into the Oval?

Superior Court judge: Anderson reaches out to overlooked

I recently had the privilege of hearing judicial candidate Mary Anderson speak at the Recovery Café in Everett. It was truly inspiring to witness a… Continue reading

Superior Court judge: Rivera trusted, most qualified

As a member of the Snohomish County legal community with more than 40 years of experience in the courtroom, I am strongly urging the voters… Continue reading

10th LD, Senate: St. Clair backs reproductive rights

As a young woman in Washington state, I generally feel that my reproductive freedoms are protected by most of my state legislators. However, 10th Legislative… Continue reading

Blow: What Harris must add to her campaign of ‘Joy’ to win

It’s a risk, but Harris must come down from the stage for personal interactions with individual voters.

Comment: Trump’s tariff schemes would come with huge cost to U.S.

Trump’s plans could raise trillions in revenue, but they would saddle consumers with higher prices.

Commissioner of Public Lands: Upthegrove will protect legacy forests

There is a debate over management practices on our state lands which boils down to forest preservation versus economics. Both candidates in the public lands… Continue reading

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Editorial cartoons for Thursday, Oct. 17

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Rep. Kim Schrier speaks with Regional Manager Susan Rushing about a room designated for serving homeless veterans during a visit to the new VA Puget Sound Health Care System Everett Clinic on Friday, Jan. 20, 2023, in Everett, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

Editorial: Schrier proves her skills at listening, legislating

The three-term 8th District representative works with members of both parties to find consensus.

Rep. Kim Schrier speaks with Regional Manager Susan Rushing about a room designated for serving homeless veterans during a visit to the new VA Puget Sound Health Care System Everett Clinic on Friday, Jan. 20, 2023, in Everett, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

Dowd: Harris must turn up heat on Trump to make her case

James Carville advises she needs to stop answering questions and start asking more to draw comparisons.

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Editorial cartoons for Wednesday, Oct. 16

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Executive Director of Pilchuck Audubon Brian Zinke, left, Director of Bird Conservation for Audubon Washington Trina Bayard, center, and Rep. Rick Larsen look up at a bird while walking in the Narbeck Wetland Sanctuary on Wednesday, April 24, 2024 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Editorial: Larsen proves benefit of his tenure to 2nd District

Seeking a 13th term, Larsen has a considerable list of policy wins and a key leadership post.

Executive Director of Pilchuck Audubon Brian Zinke, left, Director of Bird Conservation for Audubon Washington Trina Bayard, center, and Rep. Rick Larsen look up at a bird while walking in the Narbeck Wetland Sanctuary on Wednesday, April 24, 2024 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Superior Court Judge: Rivera has qualifications, temperament

As a practicing lawyer for more than 30 years in Snohomish County, I want to make the strongest endorsement of Whitney Rivera’s candidacy for election… Continue reading

Vote yes on Lake Stevens school construction bond

Education is the foundation of a thriving community. The Lake Stevens School District bond is a financially prudent way to support our students by building… Continue reading

Voting yes on four state ballot initiatives only helps wealthy

How do we sort out fact from all the fiction in the Voter’s Pamphlet? Looking at sponsors on ballot initiatives can tell us a lot;… Continue reading

$400K severance for Marysville school official not justifiable

Once again, another school superintendent from Marysville has left his position with a huge payout (“Ousted Marysville superintendent to get $400K in severance,” The Herald,… Continue reading

Comment: Trump has alread shown us who he is during a crisis

Whether a pandemic or a hurricane, Trump couldn’t resist lies and omissions, leading to further tragedy.