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Editorial cartoons for Sunday, July 7

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

Matthew Wallace, of D&L Fence, Inc., nails in a fence support on a model home at the Overlook at Riverfront on Monday, Oct. 10, 2016 in Everett, Wa. The project by Polygon Northwest has the first 30 homes, of 425 planned along the riverfront, in various stages of construction. (Andy Bronson / The Herald)
Editorial: Everett request for property tax lift reasonable

The increase to $2.19 per $1,000 of assessed value brings it closer to par with other cities in the county.

The clock in the Supreme Court chamber in Washington on May 8, 2024. When the clock strikes 10 a.m., a marshal ushers in a session. The New York Times received rare access to capture the courtroom during a momentous term. (Amir Hamja/The New York Times)
Comment: Loss of Supreme Court’s legitimacy can lead to violence

When the court is seen as just another political actor, it’s rulings deepen divisions and risk extreme reactions.

Have Herald layoffs ended its woke agenda?

The “go woke, go broke” wave seems to have recently washed over… Continue reading

Will PUD solar array project take 45 years for payback?

I read the recent article about the solar energy project and my… Continue reading

Comment: Veterans of all eras should know about asbestos threat

Washington, with its military legacy, has the eighth-highest incidence of asbestos-related diseases.

Comment: Executive, judicial branches dabbling in lawmaking

For the system of checks and balances to work, the making of law must be left to Congress and legislatures.

Sports Dad: Short game of long toss prompts thoughts on aging

When feeling your age, or older, consider the vitality and wisdom of baseball great Satchel Paige.

Forum: CHC strengthening to deliver care its patients need

As a new board member for the nonprofit, I see a organization navigating challenges to deliver care.

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Editorial: Return Davis to 32nd District House seat

The three-term Democrat leads policy on domestic violence, addiction and law enforcement issues.

A person wears a pride flag in their hat during the second annual Arlington Pride at Legion memorial Park in Arlington on Saturday, July 22, 2023. (Annie Barker / The Herald file photo)
Editorial: A celebration of Pride and the First Amendment

Officials must consider all concerns, but religious unease shouldn’t take precedence over LGBTQ+ rights.

EMBARGO: No electronic distribution, Web posting or street sales before WEDNESDAY 3:01 A.M. ET, Feb. 28, 2024. No exceptions for any reasons. EMBARGO set by source. FILE — An AR-15 style firearm at Clark Brothers Gun Shop in Warrenton, Va., Feb. 25, 2018. The Supreme Court will soon hear arguments about a bump stock ban, a Trump administration rule put in place after the Las Vegas massacre. (Erin Schaff/The New York Times)
Editorial: U.S. Supreme Court ‘ducks’ reason on bump stocks

The majority defies common sense and ignores potential violence to rule against a regulatory agency.

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