Opinion

Comment: Affordability isn’t a hoax; for many, it’s not a crisis

Effective responses will depend on directing efforts to those who are struggling with the cost of living.

 

Comment: Jewish community, Australia again swept into violent world

Bondi Beach, a century-old community, has lived alongside increasing incidents of antisemitism in the last two years.

 

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Editorial cartoons for Tuesday, Dec. 16

A sketchy look at the news of the day.

 

Water from the Snohomish River surrounds a residence along the west side of Lowell Snohomish River Road on Thursday, Dec. 11, 2025 in Snohomish, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Editorial: Keep eye on weather and on FEMA’s future

Recent flooding should give pause to those who believe federal disaster aid is unnecessary.

Water from the Snohomish River surrounds a residence along the west side of Lowell Snohomish River Road on Thursday, Dec. 11, 2025 in Snohomish, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

LifeWise’s Bible classes pose no harm to students

The editorial regarding LifeWise Academy’s efforts to broaden children’s education and knowledge of Christian values and beliefs has me stumped a bit (“Everett Schools can… Continue reading

Stephens: Sydney shooting is what ignoring antisemitism looks like

The Hanukkah massacre wasn’t incomprehensible, as the Australian prime minister said. That’s the problem.

Where’s the controversy in what LifeWise offers to students?

I read with interest the article about the Everett Public School District allowing students to attend voluntary, optional off-campus Bible education during lunch and recess,… Continue reading

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Editorial cartoons for Sunday, Dec. 14

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

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Comment: FEMA flooded by incompetent leadership

Only by the grace of God has the nation not suffered a major hurricane with this lot in charge.

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Editorial cartoons for Monday, Dec. 15

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

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Stephens: Europe worth fighting for; it should understand that

At a time of dwindling commitment from the U.S., Europe must stand for itself.

More than 150 people attend a ribbon cutting event on Nov. 16, 2023 celebrating the completion of Innovation Hall at the University of Washington Bothell and Cascadia College campus. The building, which highlights STEM instruction and research, opens to students in January. (Tara Brown Photography / UW Bothell)

Comment: Public colleges have most to lose in federal funding cuts

Attention is focused on Ivy League schools, but much of the work is being done in public universities.

More than 150 people attend a ribbon cutting event on Nov. 16, 2023 celebrating the completion of Innovation Hall at the University of Washington Bothell and Cascadia College campus. The building, which highlights STEM instruction and research, opens to students in January. (Tara Brown Photography / UW Bothell)

Fix the U.S. demand for drugs instead of striking drug boats

The blame can’t be put on the people in boats in the Caribbean. It should be placed on the shoulders of the U.S. drug addicts.… Continue reading

LifeWise program’s request for more access to students unreasonable

LifeWise Academy, a religious group, is challenging the Everett School District’s rules for its off-campus, released-time Bible program, threatening legal action if policies aren’t changed… Continue reading

Look north for a working program of national health care

President Trump could rescue his endangered legacy and the GOP’s bleak prospects. How? By boldly urging Congress to begin a five-year-phase in of Canada’s excellent… Continue reading

Mukilteo School Board’s Schwab was also great with students

Thank you for the heart-warming story about Judy Schwab’s service as a school board member in the Mukiteo School District (“Mukilteo School Board member retires… Continue reading

President Trump deserves F grades in all courses

The preponderance of evidence overwhelmingly proves that Donald Trump is the runaway-winner in the grading of all president’s corrupt actions. To assert that he is… Continue reading

Comment: How to make Link light rail work in downtown Everett

The city and Sound Transit need to plan stations that make Link part of businesses, homes and attractions.

Comment: Leaders, community put Marysville schools on track

The district, under state guidance, has improved its financial position and could end oversight next year.

Eco-Nomics: U.S. has ceded clean-energy leadership to China

To the benefit of the global environment and China’s economy, it has the rest of the world’s attention.