Opinion
Our economy works when consumers pick winners | Brunell
Poland and America are like two trains passing each other in opposite directions. That is becoming increasingly clear…
Opinion
Big-time politics: Redistricting for 2022 elections | Roegner
Based on new census data, which shows Washington state has grown by close to 1 million people, the…
Opinion
Questions surround vaccine exemptions for state workers | Roegner
With about 4,800 state employees in 24 agencies requesting vaccine exemptions, which is 8% of all state employees,…
Opinion
What the Afghan wants to say: Arezo’s journey to America | Guest column
In our little Zoom room, I hear my interviewee break into sobs. Her part of the Zoom room…
Opinion
Can a Texas-style abortion law happen in Washington? | Roegner
If politicians really want to anger women voters, the easiest way is to attack their rights.
Opinion
Reasons to ban Gov. Jay Inslee’s natural gas ban | Brunell
Column: Switching from natural gas to electricity is complicated and will impact everyone.
Opinion
Independent community journalism is crucial — now more than ever
During these times of change and division, the need to highlight what brings our community together is even…
Opinion
Vaccinations improve our health and employment numbers | Brunell
It is not surprising that COVID-19, which ravaged the world, was disastrous for our country’s economy. Millions died…
Opinion
Firefighters vs. the governor’s vaccine mandate | Roegner
We all thought we were in this fight with the coronavirus together, based on what the experts have…
Opinion
Editorial: A message to the unvaccinated and unmasked
We know you’re frustrated with mandates and advice, but consider our frustrations and, yes, our anger.
Opinion
Back to the classroom during abnormal times | Roegner
If it didn’t feel so normal, we might forget about the coronavirus and the impact it has had…
Opinion
What’s up with the real estate market? | Guest column
As we all know, the residential real estate market and prices have been on a tear for several…
Opinion
Twenty years after tragedy brought us together | Guest column
Recently, I was reflecting on where I was and what I was doing when I learned of the…