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Letters to the Editor

Letter to the Editor: Out social safety nets are at stake in debt ceiling talks

Former subscriber Jennifer Sandoval weighs in on the debt ceiling debate.

Rich Elfers, "In Focus"

Opinion

Is patriotism vicious or virtuous? | In Focus

A love of one’s country means doing what you preach.

Carlie Hendrickson and Payton Tabert, Simply At Home

Opinion

Examining the biggest challenges in today’s housing market | Simply At Home

There are two main reasons someone might not want to sell their home — rate-locks and fear.

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Letter to the Editor: Why hasn’t a higher power come down from heaven?

Reader Larry Benson continues to ask questions about faith and religion.

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Letter to the Editor: Democrats make this country unsafe

Reader Jon Buss argues the left wants to take away the rights of law-abiding citizens.

Rich Elfers, "In Focus"

Opinion

How do you vouch for truth? | In Focus

We all listen to different authorities to when it comes to figuring fact from fiction.

Rich Elfers, "In Focus"

Opinion

‘The pill’ and shifting social norms are cementing tribalism | In Focus

The left is emboldened by recent social progress in birth control and LGBTQ rights; the right feel threatened…

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Missed connection: The man who paid for a WWII vet’s lunch

You were so kind, and we’d like to thank you personally.

Sara Sutterfield, “The Wilkeson Weigh”

Opinion

Wilkeson sandstone has sedimental value | The Wilkeson Weigh

Local rock carvers are working hard to preserve their art form and keep historical architecture in good repair.

Enumclaw Councilmember Chris Gruner

Opinion

King County should follow Haven for Hope’s lead on tackling homelessness | Guest Columnist

The “housing first” approach has failed; we need a more comprehensive strategy.

Kevin Keane, “A Yankee in Wonderland”

Opinion

Washington needs a “bottle bill” | A Yankee in Wonderland

This state has a litter problem. We could solve it with a bottle deposit.

Don C. Brunell is a business analyst, writer and columnist. He is a former president of the Association of Washington Business, the state’s oldest and largest business organization, and lives in Vancouver. Contact thebrunells@msn.com.

Opinion

Agriculture is the backbone of state’s economy | Brunell

Some would argue that spring is the most wonderful time of the year in Washington. Throughout our state…

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.