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    Providence employees look at anti-vaccine mandate protesters as they cross the street outside of Providence Regional Medical Center Everett on Aug. 18, 2021. Olivia Vanni/Sound Publishing
    Editorial: A message to the unvaccinated and unmasked
    September 16, 2021 9:00 am

    We know you’re frustrated with mandates and advice, but consider our frustrations and, yes, our anger.

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    In a three-day event ahead of the November 2020 elections, the voting center at Federal Way’s Performing Arts and Event Center saw 1,433 voters, which included 466 newly registered voters. File photo
    Editorial: Baseless claims of fraud threaten voter confidence
    August 25, 2021 3:30 pm

    Without evidence of fraud, it’s those alleging irregularities who are a threat to election integrity.

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    A Sept. 10, 2020, satellite image shows smoke from U.S. wildfires blanketing the majority of the West Coast. (European Space Agency)
    Editorial: The UN climate report, ‘The Lorax’ and...
    August 19, 2021 2:12 pm

    The report and the Dr. Seuss classic offer a dire warning — and hope — for responding to climate change.

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    Cartoon by Frank Shiers
    Editorial: Lifting restrictions doen’t mean pandemic is over
    By The Herald Editorial Board • July 2, 2021 1:30 am

    We have work to do to increase the number of vaccinations.

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    Spring Chinook Salmon. Photo courtesy Michael Humling, US Fish & Wildlife Service
    Editorial: Act now to save salmon, regardless of...
    By The Herald Editorial Board • May 26, 2021 1:30 am

    With a plan to remove dams on the Snake River shelved, leaders must commit to broader-based actions.

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    Cartoon by Frank Shiers
    Editorial: Let’s clear the air on wildfires, climate...
    By Editorial • September 29, 2020 12:45 pm

    Agreement and commitment is needed to address the causes of wildfires and climate change.

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    Washington State Capitol Building in Olympia. File photo
    Editorial: State lawmakers shouldn’t wait to start budget...
    By Editorial • September 8, 2020 3:30 pm

    Making tough choices on cuts and revenue can’t wait until next year and hopes for better news.

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    Cartoon by Frank Shiers
    Editorial: Reopen schools in fall, but do it...
    By Editorial • July 16, 2020 1:30 pm

    Don’t bully schools into reopening. Protect our students.

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    Cartoon by Frank Shiers
    Editorial: Stopping COVID is now up to each...
    By Editorial • July 2, 2020 1:30 am

    With a resurgence threatening, we need to take greater responsibility to keep the virus in check.

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    Doreen Davis, left in mask, waves at parade participants on May 2. Olivia Sullivan/staff photo
    Wear your face-hugging, ever-loving mask | Editorial
    By Editorial • June 20, 2020 1:30 pm

    “Don’t make me come down there.”

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