October 1, 2020, 6:03am Editorials
Because of her vast community service — along with her broad understanding of the issues facing Washington — Democrat Tanisha Harris has earned the recommendation of The Columbian’s Editorial Board for state representative from the 17th Legislative District. Read story
September 30, 2020, 6:03am Editorials
Since being appointed to the Clark County Council in January 2019, Gary Medvigy has had some missteps. But he is a thoughtful, engaged councilor who meshes well with the District 4 he represents; because of this, The Columbian’s Editorial Board recommends Medvigy for reelection. Read story
September 29, 2020, 6:03am Editorials
During eight years as Washington’s attorney general, Democrat Bob Ferguson has vociferously defended the state’s residents. The Columbian Editorial Board strongly recommends that Ferguson be elected to another four-year term. Read story
September 27, 2020, 6:03am Editorials
As chair of the Clark County Council, it was important for Eileen Quiring O’Brien to walk back recent comments questioning the effectiveness of masks during the coronavirus pandemic. But the controversy points out the danger of misinformation and the ease with which alternative facts can spread. Read story
September 26, 2020, 6:03am Editorials
Cheers: To hope. James Kasper has big plans for a long-derelict motel off Interstate 5 at 78th Street — turning it into a 60-room recovery house. “It’ll be a beautiful place,” Kasper told The Columbian. “This place has never seen what I’m bringing to it. It’s a huge undertaking, but… Read story
September 25, 2020, 6:03am Editorials
During the economic downturn that has accompanied the coronavirus pandemic, Washington residents require particular assurance that government is performing efficiently and spending money wisely. Read story
September 24, 2020, 6:03am Editorials
When it comes to sex education, a lack of information leads to predictable — and undesirable — results. The Columbian’s Editorial Board recommends that voters approve Referendum 90 on the November ballot. Read story
September 23, 2020, 6:03am Editorials
Perhaps the biggest selling point for Kim Wyman’s campaign to be reelected as Washington’s secretary of state is her list of endorsements. The Columbian’s Editorial Board joins that list in recommending that Wyman be elected to a third term as the state’s top elections official. Read story
September 22, 2020, 6:03am Editorials
With two experienced, engaging candidates on the ballot, Washington voters cannot go wrong in choosing their next lieutenant governor. Although both candidates are capable of effectively filling the position, The Columbian Editorial Board recommends a vote for Denny Heck. Read story
September 20, 2020, 6:03am Editorials
Although each will try to portray the other as an extremist, congressional candidates Carolyn Long and Jaime Herrera Beutler are relatively moderate representatives of their parties. Each is capable of being an effective voice for Washington’s 3rd Congressional District, and each has demonstrated a strong understanding of the issues that… Read story
