September 3, 2018, 6:03am Editorials
As Americans take time off today in honor of Labor Day, it seems appropriate to examine the state of U.S. workers. Read story
September 2, 2018, 6:03am Editorials
In trying to find a shortcut around Washington's initiative process this year, legislators wandered into a forest of confusion. In the process, they inexplicably led voters and the state Supreme Court into the same labyrinth. Read story
September 1, 2018, 6:03am Editorials
Cheers: To Canada. A plan that would sharply increase the number of oil tankers in Washington waters has been halted — at least for now. Canada’s Federal Court of Appeal ordered officials to redo a review of the controversial Trans Mountain pipeline, which would nearly triple the flow of oil… Read story
August 31, 2018, 6:03am Editorials
t is never the wrong time to do the right thing. Read story
August 30, 2018, 6:03am Editorials
Even a year later, the scope of the Eagle Creek Fire in the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area can be difficult to comprehend. So here is one comparison to lend a little context: The blaze scorched about 50,000 acres; the city limits of Vancouver cover about 32,000 acres. Read story
August 29, 2018, 6:03am Editorials
The saga of Initiative 1639 has been frustrating for voters — even before the issue lands on the ballot. While voters will have an opportunity to weigh in on the measure, the question of how fine is too fine when it comes to the fine print will have to wait. Read story
August 28, 2018, 6:03am Editorials
The trade agreement announced Monday between the United States and Mexico is a small step, but an encouraging one. The deal is far from complete and — despite President Trump’s declarations — does little to alter the North American Free Trade Agreement. But it signals progress on a vitally important… Read story
August 27, 2018, 6:03am Editorials
It is the result of a combination of factors, from a changing marketplace to misguided management. And while the announced closing of the Sears store at Vancouver Mall could be viewed as simply the tale of an evolving America, in truth there is more to the story. Read story
August 26, 2018, 6:03am Editorials
While the grownups might celebrate the end of a long summer of keeping their children engaged, the start of the school year is not exactly a vacation for parents. Keeping an eye on students’ screen time and use of social media becomes even more important when classes start again. Read story
August 25, 2018, 6:03am Editorials
Cheers: To Randall Johnson. While not a household name, Johnson’s work is known far and wide. That came to mind the other day with a photo heralding the start of the school year at Washington State University Vancouver emblazoned across the front page of The Columbian. The photo prominently featured… Read story
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