Opinion
Looking at politics through Lincoln-tinted spectacles | Whale’s Tales
Regular readers of Whale’s Tales may have noticed.
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Two words employers deserve to hear more often | Commentary
If you own or operate a business in Washington, I’m curious — when is the last time you…
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Fond memories of my favorite seasons spring to mind | Whale’s Tales
My favorite two seasons are spring and fall, each inextricably tied to happy memories.
Letters to the Editor
Letter to the Editor: President Trump struck while the iron was hot
Reader Kristopher Galvin said the president hit Iran decisively and properly.
Opinion
Will businesses really leave? That’s the wrong question | Commentary
Our recent survey of Washington employers hit a nerve. The results showing that 44% of business leaders are…
Opinion
No Kings | Cartoon by Frank Shiers
This cartoon references the No Kings rallies scheduled for March 28 across King County.
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Editorial: A look at what got done and what didn’t in Olympia
In a short session, legislators passed consequential bills. But there’s work left for next time.
Opinion
Consider the assumptions made by your worldview | Whale’s Tales
One of the best books I have ever read, “Debate: Argumentation or Advocacy?,” I first picked up for…
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Thank you students, neighbors, for helping Federal Way meet the moment | Commentary
Over the past few weeks, we’ve watched Federal Way meet a moment that tested our values and showed…
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Here’s what I think when someone says ‘Have a nice day’ | Whale’s Tales
Forty years or so ago, as I was thumbing through James Boswell’s “Life of Johnson,” I happened upon…
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Mark Twain offers insight on latest web of lies | Whale’s Tales
“History doesn’t repeat itself, but it often rhymes,” said American writer and humorist Mark Twain.
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A couple of wishes as we start another year | Whale’s Tales
As I’ve said before in this column, I am not much into making new year’s resolutions.
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Grateful for nurses because they keep us alive | Whale’s Tales
My mother was a registered nurse for nearly 50 years.
Opinion
Searching for truth in a world of manipulation | Whale’s Tales
The word pops up from time to time, but most of us are unlikely to pay it much…
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Let’s get serious about solving WA’s energy challenges | Commentary
For residents of the Pacific Northwest, January 2024 might be memorable because of the winter storm that brought…
Letters to the Editor
Protect all families in Federal Way | Letters
Protect all families in Federal Way
Opinion
What’s happening was never what the founders intended | Whale’s Tales
An object may lean only so far to one side before it goes over, unless set upright again.
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Time to choose a new Federal Way Municipal Court judge | Dave Larson
I am retiring at the end of the year and you have the chance to elect my replacement…
Letters to the Editor
Driving innovation in commercial vehicles from Federal Way to global roads | Letter
Driving innovation in commercial vehicles from Federal Way to global roads