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    Articles by Richard Elfers
    Rich Elfers, "In Focus"
    Whatever the outcome, there are lessons to learn...
    By Richard Elfers • November 6, 2024 1:00 pm

    This year’s campaign shows we’ve got a rough road ahead, no matter who wins.

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    Rich Elfers, "In Focus"
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    By Richard Elfers • November 1, 2024 11:00 am

    Don’t think “this can’t happen to me” because it can.

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    Why does American culture often celebrate the macabre while also refuses to t=acknowledge death?

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    Rich Elfers, “In Focus”
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    When they’re too harsh, they hurt the American economy.

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    If you want change in Washington, vote for former Gov. Dave Reichert.

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    Pay extra special attention to the initiatives on the general election ballot.

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    By Richard Elfers • September 25, 2024 11:00 am

    Why did the Founders of the Constitution create the Electoral College?

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    Photo courtesy the Drug Enforcement Administration
A two milligram dose of fentanyl powder (on pencil tip) is a lethal amount for most people.
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    By Richard Elfers • September 10, 2024 11:00 am

    America has a long history of opioid use.

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    Rich Elfers, "In Focus"
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    By Richard Elfers • September 4, 2024 11:00 am

    If you want to pass on your values to the next generation, start with your youngest relatives.

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    Rich Elfers, "In Focus"
    Washington wants natural gas option — approve I-2066...
    By Richard Elfers • August 29, 2024 11:00 am

    The opposition could barely raise funds.

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    Rich Elfers, "In Focus"
    I-2124 is about community good vs. personal gain...
    By Richard Elfers • August 23, 2024 11:00 pm

    Will you choose your bottom line, or helping the middle or lower class?

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    Rich Elfers, "In Focus"
    The rich want to get richer through I-2109...
    By Richard Elfers • August 15, 2024 11:00 am

    Repeal the initiative this November.

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    Rich Elfers, "In Focus"
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    Nothing at all.

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