LETTER: On immigration
Dear editor, On one of my recent volunteer activities with Spokane Public Schools, I was happy to hear first-hand a school employee’s personal immigration story very similar to many I’ve heard in my 88 years but more recently drowned out by cruel lies about immigrants.
LETTER: The role of the VP
I have heard some people say, "The VP has done nothing to help me!" Well, the Vice President's role in government is limited. The Constitution spells out the role of the VP.
LETTER: Supporting Blankenship
Dear Editor, We are writing to express our unwavering support for Dan Blankenship, a dedicated individual who has tirelessly served our community for the last four years as one of the most successful county commissioners we have had in decades.
LETTER: On court rules
To the editor and Columbia Basin Herald readers: Use your voice to tell our State Supreme Court not to cancel holding people accountable for their criminal actions.
LETTER: In support of Blankenship
Dan Blankenship is a dynamic leader who has a history of delivering results for the people of Adams County. We first started working together for our region when he was leading for the Wheat Growers Association.
LETTER: It's a human issue with Boeing
Dear Editor, Why is anyone in the media or the public at large surprised that Boeing’s latest, "last and final" offer was rejected? Their 40% wage increase offer doesn't catch us up to the 10-year lack of any contract improvements.
LETTER: Voices of Faith Vote No on WA 2117
We, the Lutheran bishops of Washington State urge voters to vote “No” on Initiative 2117, which would repeal our state’s Climate Commitment Act.
LETTER: Go to the source
The TV ads that promote WA Cares leave out pertinent information and tell actual lies about it. For instance, Initiative 2124 only makes the program optional instead of its current mandatory status. Secondly, a person has to WORK several years and pay in the tax in order to collect a dime. Here are the eligibility requirements straight from the WA Cares site:
LETTER: Appreciating Ian Bivona
Dear Editor, Just wanted to reach out to you and let you know how much we appreciate Ian Bivona covering girls high school sports
COLUMN: Columbia River Treaty - Only paying for the actual benefits
You may have likely heard that Grant, Chelan and Douglas PUDs jointly filed a lawsuit in June against the federal government over our collective contribution of hydroelectric energy and capacity we must send to Canada per the Columbia River Treaty.
