Letters to the Editor
Funding essential for new school district preschool
Thanks to the Vashon Schools Foundation (VSF) and partner agencies, our dream of starting a Vashon School District…
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Outdated textbooks need replacing
The recent editorial concerning the need for us to continue to support the schools foundation is quite accurate…
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Upcoming Granny’s Attic move will displace athletes
When Granny’s Attic moves to its new location, more than 250 boys baseball players and girls softball players…
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Let’s keep looking out for one another
We have a special culture here that I think of as “the Vashon Way.” People look out for…
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The group is integral to island education
For the past two years I, and many others, have been teaching to the Common Core State Standards.…
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Many criticize the government until they need it
“Everyone hates the government, until they need a friend,” has been a truism in American politics since Colonial…
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Representatives are not honoring their oaths of office
I’m writing to strongly disagree with Sharon Nelson, who says that progress is blocked by a divided legislature.…
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Fix the economy first
Everyone on Vashon has heard about the K2 problems. It’s the NIMBY big government culture. They tag teamed…
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Repeal the Authorization for the Use of Military Force
As a Quaker, my fundamental belief in non-violence leads me to call for the repeal of the Authorization…
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Vote yes for buses and roads
Islanders should vote yes on Proposition 1. Prop. 1 on the ballot would preserve existing bus service on…
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Postmaster offers apology
I would like to take this opportunity to respond to a letter to the editor regarding the U.S.…
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Pot facility doesn’t belong
As a 70-year-long proud property owner who appreciates the lifestyle and ethics of Vashon, I heartily agree with…
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Objections in ad don’t add up
Last week’s Beachcomber contained an open letter expressing objections to the proposed use of the former K2 facility…