September 19, 2020, 6:03am Editorials
Cheers: To public discourse. Congresswoman Jaime Herrera Beutler and challenger Carolyn Long have agreed to an Oct. 9 debate, giving voters an opportunity to assess where the candidates stand on the issues. The virtual event will be hosted by the League of Women Voters and broadcast on CVTV; it will… Read story
September 18, 2020, 6:03am Editorials
Although he is facing a difficult battle in his quest for election, The Columbian Editorial Board recommends Jesse James for Clark County councilor from District 3. Read story
September 17, 2020, 6:03am Editorials
For voters in the 49th Legislative District, supporting Democrat Sharon Wylie might be the easiest decision on their ballot. The Columbian’s Editorial Board recommends Wylie for reelection to the House of Representatives. Read story
September 16, 2020, 6:03am Editorials
During her time in the Legislature, Democrat Monica Stonier has developed into a strong leader for progressive causes while maintaining an ability to work with Republicans. Because of these and other traits, The Columbian’s Editorial Board recommends that she be reelected as representative from the 49th Legislative District, Position 2. Read story
September 15, 2020, 6:03am Editorials
With next year’s Legislature facing daunting tasks caused by the coronavirus pandemic, experienced, reasonable leadership is a strong selling point for lawmakers seeking reelection. Ann Rivers, R-La Center, falls into that category; The Columbian’s Editorial Board recommends that she remain in Olympia as senator from the 18th Legislative District. Read story
September 13, 2020, 6:03am Editorials
The eye-burning, throat-scratching haze that has settled over Clark County in recent days is a reminder of the need for caution in wilderness areas. Washington is burning, and people are largely the cause; the state Department of Natural Resources reports that more than 1,300 damaging fires have been started by… Read story
September 12, 2020, 6:03am Editorials
Cheers: To those who help. A confluence of crises has led to a reevaluation of which workers are essential in our society. The coronavirus pandemic, a shutdown of businesses and schools, violent unrest in many cities and, now, raging wildfires have brought a new appreciation for those who make a… Read story
September 11, 2020, 6:03am Editorials
Still, 19 years later, the lessons and the aftereffects of the 9/11 terrorist attacks continue to shape this country. Read story
September 10, 2020, 6:03am Editorials
We have heard the warnings. Soon we’ll learn whether anybody was listening. Read story
September 9, 2020, 6:03am Editorials
Whether the weather be fine or whether the weather be not, we are seeing the effects of climate change. Read story
