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Does Sound Transit realize the consequences of this do-over?

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Does Sound Transit realize the consequences of this do-over?

Pass or fail, Initiative 976 is a reminder of what critics most dislike about the regional agency.

Professionals in a second language | Windows and Mirrors

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Professionals in a second language | Windows and Mirrors

What is it like to pursue a career in a language that is not your first?

Letters to the Editor, Oct. 18, 2019

Letters to the Editor

Letters to the Editor, Oct. 18, 2019

Election letters

Washington Gov. Jay Inslee after speaking with reporters Aug. 22 in Seattle. (AP Photo/Elaine Thompson, File)

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Lawmakers to governor: How dare you mess with our budget!

They want Jay Inslee to halt his planned $175 million reallocation of state transportation dollars.

Breaking barriers | Windows and Mirrors

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Breaking barriers | Windows and Mirrors

Spending time in the outdoors has helped veteran Naomi Layco heal physically and mentally after serving in the…

Mona Das

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After a senator’s claim is debunked, a call for an apology

The GOP wants a Democratic senator held to account for accusations which an investigation found to be false.

AP Photo/Elaine Thompson, file                                Former state Sen. Jesse Wineberry (right) playfully points out Tim Eyman behind him before a news conference on initiative I-1000, on Oct. 11, 2018, in Seattle.

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This political break-up couldn’t come at a worse time

As backers of I-1000 gear up, a legal spat involving others is casting a shadow on their efforts.

People from throughout the Eastside gather at the International Friends School in Bellevue for the launch of Eastside for All.

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Working toward a more welcoming Eastside | Windows and Mirrors

Eastside for All has launched to focus on race and social justice advocacy.

The ethics behind reporting | Editorial

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The ethics behind reporting | Editorial

Newsroom takes a look at ethical dilemma in reporting suicides.

The audience at Brick & Mortar Books in Redmond listens to authors discussing the importance of representation in stories. Samantha Pak/staff photo

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History: The untold stories | Windows and Mirrors

What do we not know about the history of the human race?

To expel or not to expel Matt Shea, that may be the question | Column

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To expel or not to expel Matt Shea, that may be the question | Column

Results of a private investigation could put the fate of GOP lawmaker in front of the House in…

More than the right to vote | Windows and Mirrors

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More than the right to vote | Windows and Mirrors

What does it mean to become a U.S. citizen?

Reporter publishes new letters policy | EDITORIAL

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Reporter publishes new letters policy | EDITORIAL

Letters policy is meant to provide direction and transparency.

We’re better than this | Windows and Mirrors

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We’re better than this | Windows and Mirrors

The effects Trump’s words can have on us.

The importance of being counted | Windows and Mirrors

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The importance of being counted | Windows and Mirrors

The 2020 Census is coming and that can greatly affect everything from government representation and federal funding.

Proud to be themselves | Windows and Mirrors

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Proud to be themselves | Windows and Mirrors

June is Pride month and PFLAG Bellevue Eastside has been supporting the local LGBTQ+ community since 1996.

Don C. Brunell is a business analyst, writer and columnist. He retired as president of the Association of Washington Business, the state’s oldest and largest business organization, and now lives in Vancouver. He can be contacted at theBrunells@msn.com.

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Family-owned business backbone of America | Brunell

During the 1992 presidential campaign, then-candidate Bill Clinton famously intoned, “I feel your pain,” reassuring voters he understood…

Photo courtesy of Nick Wold/Mercer Island High School                                Students from Mercer Island High School’s Margins program met with various nonprofit organizations in Los Angeles, including Watts Towers, where they speak with a representative about the organization’s sustainable garden.

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Closing the margins | Windows and Mirrors

How a program at Mercer Island High School is helping students affect social change.

Legislature: History, investigations and new laws

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Legislature: History, investigations and new laws

The 2019 session of the Legislature included controversy, compromise, surprise, new law and more.

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MAPS-MCRC serves people in need during Ramadan

During Ramadan, Muslims intensify their efforts to serve others, especially those in need.