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Editorials

In Our View: Clark County’s quality of life comes at a price

October 31, 2024, 6:03am Editorials

As local residents know, Clark County is a desirable place to live. Read story

In Our View: State falls short in promise to regulate cannabis

October 30, 2024, 6:03am Editorials

Washington’s voter-approved cannabis industry requires strict oversight and deft management. And as a recent report from the state auditor’s office shows, more diligence is needed. Read story

In Our View: Reject election violence by casting your vote

October 29, 2024, 6:03am Editorials

Monday’s attack on ballot drop boxes in Vancouver and Portland is an appalling act of treason. All who believe in the exceptionalism of the United States’ democratic process should loudly rebuke election-related violence and decry efforts to undermine our votes. Read story

In Our View: Cheers & Jeers: Peak efficiency; unmuffled

October 28, 2024, 6:03am Editorials

Cheers: To energy efficiency. According to a study by WalletHub, Washington is the nation’s most energy-efficient state. Using data from a variety of federal agencies, the personal finance website assessed home and auto energy use throughout the 48 contiguous states, ranking Washington No. 3 in low residential consumption and No.… Read story

In Our View: Proposition 4 highlights local government issues

October 26, 2024, 6:03am Editorials

Proposition 4 on the November ballot could have a significant impact on law enforcement in the city of Vancouver. Regardless of whether the measure is approved by voters, it highlights notable issues in local government. Read story

In Our View: Ready to vote? A recap of our recommendations

October 25, 2024, 6:03am Editorials

Election Day is Nov. 5, when American voters will choose a new president along with elected representatives for state and local offices. Read story

In Our View: Hobbs, Kuderer deserve voters’ support

October 24, 2024, 6:03am Editorials

Amid a long list of state executive positions on the November ballot, The Columbian’s Editorial Board recommends Steve Hobbs for secretary of state and Patty Kuderer for insurance commissioner. Read story

In Our View: Approve five Vancouver charter amendments

October 23, 2024, 6:03am Editorials

Five charter amendments appear on the Nov. 5 ballot in the city of Vancouver. The Columbian’s Editorial Board recommends passage of each item to help smooth the functions of government. Read story

In Our View: Cantwell effectively represents state’s residents

October 22, 2024, 6:03am Editorials

For nearly a quarter-century, United States Sen. Maria Cantwell has worked for the people of Washington and for the American middle class. The Columbian’s Editorial Board recommends that the Democrat be reelected for a fifth term in Washington, D.C. Read story

In Out View: Cheers & Jeers: Positive sign; critical cough

October 21, 2024, 6:03am Editorials

Cheers: To declining homelessness. Clark County saw a slight reduction in unhoused people in 2023, according to the Council for the Homeless. The organization reported 8,752 homeless last year, compared with 9,032 in the previous year’s count. It marks the first decline since at least 2018, when the Council for… Read story