October 14, 2016, 6:03am Editorials
By definition, the contest for Clark Public Utilities commissioner qualifies as a down-ballot race. Yet while it will not garner as much attention as, say, president, or U.S. senator, or governor, the role of utility commissioner has a daily impact on the lives of every Clark County resident. Read story
October 13, 2016, 6:03am Editorials
Given the turmoil of the past four years in the state auditor’s office, a calm and steady hand is necessary to lead the department at this time. Because of that, The Columbian’s Editorial Board recommends a vote for Democrat Pat McCarthy in her race against Republican Mark Miloscia. Read story
October 12, 2016, 6:03am Editorials
Pop quiz for Clark County residents. See if you can spot the glitch in the Voters’ Pamphlet summary for Initiative 1464 on the statewide ballot: “This measure would create a campaign-finance system; allow residents to direct state funds to candidates; repeal the nonresident sales-tax exemption; restrict lobbying employment by certain… Read story
October 11, 2016, 6:03am Editorials
Despite being a historic race between two Republicans, the contest for state treasurer features sharp contrasts in style and experience. The Columbian’s Editorial Board recommends a vote for Duane Davidson in his race against Michael Waite. Read story
October 10, 2016, 6:03am Editorials
Through two years in the state House of Representatives and four more in the state Senate, Ann Rivers, R-La Center, has demonstrated an ability to roll up her sleeves and do the hard work of solving problems. The Columbian’s Editorial Board recommends a vote for Rivers in her race against… Read story
October 9, 2016, 6:03am Editorials
When a headline can proclaim “Washington state ranks No. 1 for combined job and wage growth,” it is difficult to argue that the governor is doing a poor job. Of course, a governor inevitably receives too much credit or too much blame for the end result, but Democratic Gov. Jay… Read story
October 7, 2016, 6:03am Editorials
State Rep. Sharon Wylie, D-Vancouver, is an effective lawmaker who politically aligns well with her constituents in the 49th District. Because of that, The Columbian's Editorial Board recommends a vote for Wylie in her race against Kaitlyn Beck. Read story
October 5, 2016, 6:03am Editorials
Weighing individual rights against public safety always is a difficult balancing act, but Initiative 1491 represents a reasonable approach to such concerns as they relate to gun rights. The Columbian’s Editorial Board recommends a “yes” vote on the measure. Read story
October 5, 2016, 6:03am Editorials
On the surface, Initiative 1501 is the kind of measure that nearly everybody can agree with. But because of what lies beneath that surface, The Columbian’s Editorial Board recommends a “no” vote. Read story
October 4, 2016, 6:03am Editorials
While being well-intentioned and possessing some strong selling points, Initiative 1433 to raise the minimum wage in Washington would be a big leap forward when more incremental steps are necessary. The Columbian’s Editorial Board recommends a “no” vote on the statewide ballot measure. Read story
