February 26, 2022, 6:03am Editorials
Cheers: To declining COVID-19 rates. For two years we have frequently pointed out increases in coronavirus rates, so it is a pleasure to cheer some good news — with a few caveats. Clark County health officials this week reported a sharp decline in COVID-19 infections, about half the rate of… Read story
February 25, 2022, 6:03am Editorials
Among the multitude of lessons provided by the COVID-19 pandemic, one is the importance of ports to the economy of Washington and the rest of the United States. Gridlock at the nation’s ports has slowed the delivery of goods and has contributed to high rates of inflation. Read story
February 24, 2022, 6:03am Editorials
Removing homeless encampments and telling residents to go elsewhere not only would fail to solve the issue of homelessness, it would be illegal. Read story
February 23, 2022, 6:03am Editorials
A debate in the Legislature about the cost of insulin goes well beyond the scope of the lifesaving drug. It speaks to inefficiencies in American health care and the need for vast changes. Read story
February 22, 2022, 6:03am Editorials
The Washington Senate last week opted for milquetoast legislation to curb the power of the governor. Rather than adding some balance to the checks on executive power, the legislation would have little impact. Read story
February 21, 2022, 6:03am Editorials
Washington’s state government is awash in cash. As legislators prepare a supplemental budget, we offer a gentle reminder: Just because you have money, that doesn’t mean you have to spend it. Read story
February 20, 2022, 6:03am Editorials
The Vancouver of 20 years from now will be unrecognizable to the residents of today. Read story
February 19, 2022, 6:03am Editorials
Cheers: To body cameras. The Clark County Council is again considering proposals for funding police body cameras. A ballot measure in November failed, likely in part because of confusion among voters; the measure would have funded juvenile justice systems, freeing money to purchase and implement a body-camera program. Read story
February 18, 2022, 6:03am Editorials
A decision regarding federal oversight of Boeing goes beyond a single company or a single industry. It speaks to the role that a regulatory state plays in protecting consumers and holding multinational corporations accountable. Read story
February 17, 2022, 6:03am Editorials
Results of an updated climate study in the Western United States are alarming. Read story
