Opinion
Library conference room should be named for island activist
Morgan Ahern was a librarian, a Romani and lesbian activist, and an important part of the community.
Opinion
Exciting opportunities come with Ober Park raffle
The winning ticket for a stay on a houseboat in Amsterdam will be drawn on Valentine’s Day.
Opinion
Community should assemble ‘handmade prayer flags’
Empathy is the answer to many of society’s ills.
Opinion
Community members respond to Heritage Museum ad
Why are we surprised by stories about racism on Vashon?
Opinion
Borrowing money necessary to start health care district
As an entirely new public entity, there are activities we are compelled to do, such as borrow money.
Opinion
No comfort in health care district debt
King County money is already our money whether or not we lend it to the Vashon Health Care…
Opinion
Vision statement needed for health care district
I would encourage commissioners to develop a vision statement for this new health care district.
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Hunters should think about their community
Before you set out, review the rules governing hunting in Washington state, specifically on Vashon.
Opinion
New approach needed for health care assessment
There is a way to ensure that all voices heard and that islanders are equitably engaged.
Opinion
Gov’t won’t save us from wealthy people
If you ever hear “altruism” and “government” in the same sentence, know that you are being lied to.
Opinion
Come to local impeachment rally
The goal is to show lawmakers that their constituents are behind them to defend the Constitution.
Opinion
Government: tax the wealthy
The only power that has any chance of protecting us from the super-rich is the government.