Opinion

Goldberg: Gaetz an appointment so bad it may do some good

If he and other of Trump’s picks are confirmed it will launch the incompetence and chaos many warned of.

Comment: Basic science is why RFK Jr. is unfit for health post

His wilful disregard for the scientific process makes him a threat to vital agencies and to public health.

Comment: County budget requires balance of cost-savings, fee

Based on an audit, the county can be run more leanly but still needs a modest revenue increase.

November 18, 2024: RFK Jr as HHS Secretary

Editorial cartoons for Tuesday, Nov. 19

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

November 18, 2024: RFK Jr as HHS Secretary

French: Trump’s Cabinet picks signal his coming failure

Most voters wanted a leader on prices, crime and peace; they’re getting chaos and retribution instead.

Harrop: Democrats should cooperate with GOP; when it matters

With or without a House majority, they should work across the aisle when it serves nation’s interests.

Comment: Exporting nations may know Trump’s tariff talk is bluff

If that’s the plan, all can see the U.S. is still recovering from inflation and has little cushion for trade war.

Comment: Trump capitalized on growing mistrust of journalism

That mistrust has been prodded along for decades, but news media practitioners are culpable too.

Douthat: If there’s a sacrifical pick, it’s RFK Jr., not Gaetz

Trump can live without Kennedy running HHS, especially if it helps him win confirmation for ‘his’ AG.

November 16, 2024: Matt Gaetz Attorney General Pick

Editorial cartoons for Monday, Nov. 18

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

November 16, 2024: Matt Gaetz Attorney General Pick

Krugman: Trump won’t start trade war, but he could lose it

China must run huge trade supluses to stay afloat; Trump failed in his last ‘historic trade deal.’

Jon Holden, center, president of District 751 of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers, greets members in Seattle on Monday night, Nov. 4, 2024. Even with a strike ending, Boeing and its new chief executive face a daunting to-do list, including improving quality and increasing production of its commercial planes.  (M. Scott Brauer/The New York Times)

Comment: Was Boeing contract unions’ last big win for now?

With a change in presidential administrations, organized labor may face more obstacles ahead.

Jon Holden, center, president of District 751 of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers, greets members in Seattle on Monday night, Nov. 4, 2024. Even with a strike ending, Boeing and its new chief executive face a daunting to-do list, including improving quality and increasing production of its commercial planes.  (M. Scott Brauer/The New York Times)
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Editorial cartoons for Sunday, Nov. 17

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Providence General Children’s Guild, gift shop making difference

As president of Providence General Children’s Association, I want to thank our board, gift shop managers and coordinator, guild members and volunteers for their remarkable… Continue reading

Some of us do appreciate journalism

I feel compelled to reply to a recent Catherine Rampell column about media reporters. Our fate has been decided. It is not her fault or… Continue reading

Comment: Scheme to avoid Electoral College rife with problems

If Washington state really backs the plan it should award its delegates now to Donald Trump.

Comment: What an independent sees as the dust settles

We agree on core issues; can we agree to find respect for each other’s perspectives and beliefs?

Eco-nomics: U.S. picks poor time to reverse climate efforts

The election of Trump, who considers climate change a hoax, will frustrate U.S. efforts. Yet, there’s hope.

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Editorial cartoons for Saturday, Nov. 16

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FILE - In this Jan. 22, 2019, file photo, Washington Supreme Court Justice Steven González listens to testimony during a hearing in Olympia, Wash. González has been elected as the next chief justice of the Washington state Supreme Court. He was elected by his colleagues on Thursday, Nov. 5, 2020, according to a news release sent by the court. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren, File)

Editorial: Daunting fix to fund right to public defenders

With a court system in crisis, threatening justice, local governments say they can’t pick up the tab.

FILE - In this Jan. 22, 2019, file photo, Washington Supreme Court Justice Steven González listens to testimony during a hearing in Olympia, Wash. González has been elected as the next chief justice of the Washington state Supreme Court. He was elected by his colleagues on Thursday, Nov. 5, 2020, according to a news release sent by the court. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren, File)