Opinion
Next year’s elections are already underway | Roegner
The 2021 session of the Washington State Legislature was dominated by the Democrats, who controlled both Houses and…
Opinion
King County executive wins battle with suburbs over inquests | Roegner
Since 1854, when Washington was a territory, inquests have been required whenever a person dies from interaction with…
Opinion
Look forward to an exciting November election | Roegner
King County Executive Dow Constantine was expected to win the August primary, and his likely goal was to…
Opinion
Back to work? With new virus strain, maybe not | Roegner
COVID-19 has made the workplace more hazardous because the virus, particularly the delta variant, gets transmitted by air…
Opinion
King County primary election candidates to watch | Roegner
With the Aug. 3 primary election, the public will narrow the field to the finalists as only the…
Opinion
U.S. Supreme Court: One right, one wrong | Roegner
Here’s a tale of two United States Supreme Court decisions — one right and one wrong. Despite two…
Opinion
Why wouldn’t you vaccinate to save loved ones? | Roegner
Many Americans continue to be hesitant to get the COVID vaccine, even though President Joe Biden has been…
Opinion
Cities can help solve the homelessness challenge | Roegner
Each one of the cities outside Seattle faces the same problems Seattle has faced when it comes to…
Opinion
Politics of homelessness have taken a nasty turn | Roegner
A common stereotype is that homeless people are all hooked on drugs — but sometimes a job loss,…
Opinion
Races for Congress will include a few twists | Roegner
A few weeks ago, we looked at local races for King County government, along with cities, school boards…
Opinion
Thoughts and prayers just aren’t enough | Roegner
The violence must stop. And our elected officials have the ability to stop it.
Opinion
City and school board races highlight local elections | Roegner
A record 646 candidates in King County cities have filed for local offices.
Opinion
King County Council elections could be more exciting this fall | Roegner
In most King County election races, the incumbent has all of the advantages, and the races are rarely…
Opinion
A legislative session like no other we’ve seen | Roegner
In even numbered years such as 2020, the legislative session is only 60 days long so that all…
Opinion
Time to predict November’s election winners | Roegner
A look at statewide offices in Washington.
Opinion
Republican’s write-in campaign highlights post-primary intrigue | Roegner
Can former Bothell mayor beat two Democrats for lieutenant governor post?
Opinion
What does it mean to violate the Hatch Act? | Roegner
The federal law was established in 1939.
Opinion
Honor those who went before | OPINION
These officials and many others served with distinction even on the occasions when you disagreed with them.
Opinion
Legislature: History, investigations and new laws
The 2019 session of the Legislature included controversy, compromise, surprise, new law and more.
Opinion
Are sheriffs above the law?
Washington voters have spoken on I-1639. Sheriffs need to set the stage to follow their oath of office…