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Editorial cartoons for Friday, May 3

A sketchy look at the news of the day.

 

It’s up to God to judge Trump’s, Biden’s faith

A recent letter to the editor questioned the Christianity of Donald Trump.…

 

Nicholas Kristof: How protesters can better help Palestinians

Protest has its place, but what’s happening now has displaced attention on those suffering in Gaza.

 

RFK’s good traits don’t cancel out his conspriacy theories

A recent Herald opinion piece professed admiration for Robert F. Kennedy Jr., allegedly because he urges “comity”— generosity and willingness to consider other voices—in politics,… Continue reading

Schwab: Challanged by a letter writer; why Biden is better

Rather than explain why not to re-enter a burning building, some reasons to stick with President Biden.

Set up single-payer health care coverage

I agree with a recent letter regarding health care spending. This country needs a single-payer insurance like most other countries. Not socialized medicine, but socialized… Continue reading

A driver in a Tesla reportedly on "autopilot" allegedly crashed into a Snohomish County Sheriff's Office patrol SUV that was parked on the roadside Saturday in Lake Stevens. There were no injuries. (Snohomish County Sheriff's Office)

Editorial: Telsa’s Autopilot may be ‘unsafe at any speed’

An accident in Maltby involving a Tesla and a motorcycle raises fresh concerns amid hundreds of crashes.

A driver in a Tesla reportedly on "autopilot" allegedly crashed into a Snohomish County Sheriff's Office patrol SUV that was parked on the roadside Saturday in Lake Stevens. There were no injuries. (Snohomish County Sheriff's Office)

Bret Stephens: Aides, press need to ‘pause’ covering for Biden’s age

Biden can make light of his latest script gaffe, but it won’t hide the reality of his mental acuity.

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Editorial cartoons for Thursday, May 2

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

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Health care coverage for undocumented an insult to taxpayers

I just read that Washington sate has been granted a federal waiver that allows undocumented immigrants to secure health insurance through the state’s Affordable Care… Continue reading

Paul Krugman: Can Biden revive fortunes of workers, unions

While still a shadow of its former self, the union movement has shown signs of rebound, aided by Biden.

Sentence for animal cruelty should have imposed jail time

After reading the article about Blayne Perez shooting and mutilating wounded animals in his neighborhood and at the local park, I can’t understand why this… Continue reading

Until EVs, little concern shown for impacts of lithium mining

To all of the fossil fuel defenders who are now suddenly worried about the environmental impact of lithium mining, I have a question: What changed?… Continue reading

Comment: ‘Security risk’ excuse fails against peaceful protest

Police were called in to break up a protest at USC that included yoga, kite-making and a Jewish hymn reading.

David Brooks: America’s massive debt gambles with our future

Neither presidential candidate nor Congress seem interested in a fix. The voters will have to lead them.

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Editorial cartoons for Wednesday, May 1, May Day

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

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Harrop: Solving homelessness shouldn’t cost us our parks

A Supreme Court ruling may give cities back their authority on health and safety concerns for public spaces.

Thanks to Tulalip marine patrol after boat motor died

A huge thank you to the Tulalip Tribal marine enforcement staff for coming to our rescue when my outboard motor died. They quickly and efficiently… Continue reading

Torture, killing of wolf showed disrespect for life

On Feb. 29 in Sublette County, Wyoming, Cody Roberts intentionally struck down a juvenile wolf with a snowmobile, taped the animal’s mouth shut, then brought… Continue reading

Logging and replanting reduces more carbon emissions

I am responding to the recent exchange of letters regarding the effects of logging on carbon emissions. One letter questioned a previous author’s claim that… Continue reading