July 11, 2016, 6:03am Editorials
On what promises to be a transitional period for the Clark County council, Republican Jennifer McDaniel and Democrat Roman Battan are the strongest candidates to represent District 4 and help guide the county into the future. Read story
July 10, 2016, 6:03am Editorials
Voters looking for an alternative on the Clark County council are in luck. Republican John Blom and Democrat Tanisha Harris are engaging in thoughtful, insightful campaigns that suggest either would be a worthy and impressive addition to the county’s governing board. Read story
July 8, 2016, 6:03am Editorials
A race for Clark Public Utilities commissioner typically flies below the radar. One reason is that it is a nonpartisan contest, preventing fair-weather voters from punching a ticket for their preferred party. Another reason is that the utility company generally goes unnoticed unless the lights go out or there is… Read story
July 7, 2016, 6:03am Editorials
One of the immutable rules of American politics is that it is difficult to unseat an incumbent. Read story
July 6, 2016, 6:03am Editorials
In a three-way primary race for state representative from the 18th District, Position 1, Republican Brandon Vick and Democrat Justin Oberg are the strongest candidates to advance to the general election. Read story
November 3, 2015, 6:01am Editorials
Today is Election Day, an opportunity for voters to express their preferences about how government conducts the business of the people. Ballots were sent out weeks ago, and they must be postmarked or dropped off by today. Read story
October 16, 2015, 6:01am Editorials
Off-year elections frequently are regarded by the populace as an afterthought. In 2013, the most recent off-year election, 38 percent of registered Clark County voters bothered to turn in ballots -- a paltry total when compared with 80 percent for the presidential election of 2012 and with 51 percent for… Read story
October 14, 2015, 6:01am Editorials
We can appreciate the frustration Washington voters must be experiencing. Five times they have supported a requirement of a two-thirds legislative majority in order to pass tax increases -- a move born of a belief that state government doesn't give a hoot about restraining taxes -- and five times they… Read story
October 13, 2015, 6:01am Editorials
Undoubtedly, the winner of the inaugural race for Clark County council chair will face a difficult task. Read story
October 12, 2015, 6:01am Editorials
The contest for Vancouver City Council Position 4 presents an easy decision for voters -- Bart Hansen should retain his seat on the council, and The Columbian's Editorial Board recommends a vote for Hansen in his race against political newcomer Justin Forsman. Read story
