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Muckleshoot tribe members protesting Washington state's violation of their fishing rights in the 1960s. Photo courtesy muckleshoot.nsn.us

Opinion

Muckleshoot history: Broken promises and poverty to thriving tribe | In Focus

Despite the U.S.’s attempt to crush local Native American tribes, some have come to flourish.

Rich Elfers, "In Focus"

Opinion

19th century comparison with the 2020s | In Focus

Why do we need to know history? Because it’s cyclical.

Rich Elfers, "In Focus"

Opinion

The Tennessee Three drama distracted us from the real issue of gun violence | In Focus

How can the conservative Christian community continue to support pro-gun policies?

Rich Elfers, "In Focus"

Opinion

Racism and autocracy are alive and well in Tennessee | In Focus

The Tennessee legislator expelled two Black lawmakers for protesting guns — but not a third, who was White.

Rich Elfers, "In Focus"

Opinion

YouTube news can be attractive and effective — but it still needs to be verified | In Focus

Even well-respected outlets like Forbes can be selective in how they present the news.

Rich Elfers, "In Focus"

Opinion

Is the solution for America’s labor shortage Artificial Intelligence? | In Focus

Wide-spread automation will exacerbate the separation of economnic classes.

Rich Elfers, "In Focus"

Opinion

At the time of the Resurrection, let’s remember to be humble | In Focus

Christianity has stumbled; it’s time to re-assess what our goals should be.

Rich Elfers, "In Focus"

Opinion

Fox News’ lies are exposed. Will that matter to its viewers? | In Focus

We must stop trusting people who lie to stay in power.

Rich Elfers, "In Focus"

Opinion

What children teach their parents | In Focus

While we teach them about life, they teach us about ourselves.

Rich Elfers, "In Focus"

Opinion

The infinite mindset and why it often matters | In Focus

Our society is falling into the trap of short-term thinking.

Rich Elfers, "In Focus"

Opinion

Help your local historical museum become a bigger part of the Enumclaw community | In Focus

Your past helps define your future.

Rich Elfers, "In Focus"

Opinion

“Legislative privilege” on The Hill is dangerous to democracy | In Focus

Lawmakers need to be more transparent, not less.

Rich Elfers, "In Focus"

Opinion

How important is local news to you? | In Focus

70 million Americans live in a “news desert” — and that’s bad for democracy.