August 15, 2022, 6:03am Editorials
Nearly 19 months into the Biden presidency, at least one welcome change is noticeable from the previous regime: Americans have reason to talk about policy. Read story
August 14, 2022, 6:03am Editorials
One benefit to increased scrutiny of elections is improved transparency. Frequent questions about ballots and how they are counted — and specious claims of fraud — have led to an increased understanding of the process. Read story
August 13, 2022, 6:03am Editorials
Cheers: To parklets. The city of Vancouver is extending a program that allows businesses — primarily restaurants — to operate seating areas in what previously were on-street parking spaces. There will be a change, however. Beginning in November, a fee of $75 a month plus a 12.84 percent state excise… Read story
August 12, 2022, 6:03am Editorials
Believe it or not, the start of the school year is less than three weeks away. Students in districts throughout Clark County return to class the final week of August, meaning that now is the time to stockpile school supplies and school clothes and whatever other necessities are required for… Read story
August 11, 2022, 6:03am Editorials
The ouster of Jaime Herrera Beutler as our congressional representative brings about something increasingly rare in modern politics: A gracious farewell. Read story
August 10, 2022, 6:03am Editorials
Despite the lofty ambitions expressed in its title, the Inflation Reduction Act likely will do little to ease rising prices for American consumers. It will, however, generate transformative and necessary changes to the U.S. economy, enhancing long-term stability and enacting several beneficial policies. Read story
August 9, 2022, 6:03am Editorials
The overriding question for local leaders is, “What kind of community do we want?” City and county governments play a large role in answering that question, having more influence on local life than the person occupying the White House or the party in control of Congress. Read story
August 8, 2022, 6:03am Editorials
While Western Washington so far has avoided the hazy skies and cough-inducing air that sometimes symbolize wildfire season, other parts of the state have not been so lucky. Read story
August 7, 2022, 6:03am Editorials
The results remain unclear. But an early analysis of Tuesday’s primary election provides some interesting insight into Washington’s election system. Read story
August 6, 2022, 6:03am Editorials
Cheers: To “learning” on the job. State schools Superintendent Chris Reykdal has announced a plan to help high school students receive school credit for out-of-school jobs. The idea would allow students to receive one academic credit for 360 hours of employment; 24 credits are required for graduation. The credit can… Read story
