Robert Whale can be reached at robert.whale@soundpublishing.com.

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The manipulation behind the term ‘carbon footprint’ | Whale’s Tales

“Carbon footprint” was the crowning achievement of an advertising campaign.

Robert Whale can be reached at robert.whale@soundpublishing.com.

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A warning about people who can’t laugh at themselves | Whale’s Tales

Tony – not his real name – was a gifted writer.

Robert Whale can be reached at robert.whale@soundpublishing.com.

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Taking a closer look at our evolving blame game | Whale’s Tales

I was listening to the radio on the way in to work the other day when I caught…

Robert Whale can be reached at robert.whale@soundpublishing.com.

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A gentle reminder to remember the cost of freedom | Whale’s Tales

Before we put the veterans back on the shelf until the next observance, I think it’s worthwhile to…

Cartoon by Frank Shiers

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Salute to veterans | Cartoon by Frank Shiers

On Veterans Day, honor those who served your country.

Robert Whale can be reached at robert.whale@soundpublishing.com.

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The highs and lows of my second round of chemotherapy | Whale’s Tales

“We did not expect you to make it,” doc says.

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Why you should vote in the upcoming election | Guest column

When I ask my students when the next election is, frequently they will say “November 2024” or whichever…

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Cultivating culture and spirits: The untold story of a mezcal-making Mexican farmer

By Jayendrina Singha Ray, Guest columnist

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Here’s a column for anyone who loves their dog | Whale’s Tales

It is plain to me in looking at dogs small and large that a decent share of them…

Don C. Brunell is a business analyst, writer and columnist. He is a former president of the Association of Washington Business, the state’s oldest and largest business organization, and lives in Vancouver. Contact thebrunells@msn.com.

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Dear government: Hold your horses when regulating trucks | Brunell

Next to gasoline and diesel, natural gas also has the greatest number of refueling stations.

Robert Whale can be reached at rwhale@soundpublishing.com.

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Please protect your children from BS spreaders | Whale’s Tales

Among the most useful things I studied in college were debate, and deceptive messaging in advertising.

Don C. Brunell is a business analyst, writer and columnist. He is a former president of the Association of Washington Business, the state’s oldest and largest business organization, and lives in Vancouver. Contact thebrunells@msn.com.

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Service to America could eliminate student debt | Brunell

With students returning to college campuses, it is time to consider other ways for them to pay for…

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Collaboration, communication and the facts are critical | Guest column

By Carmen Rivera, Guest column

Robert Whale can be reached at rwhale@soundpublishing.com.

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Open your eyes and avoid the stains of prejudice | Whale’s Tales

I have been thinking lately about all the people who by some dark mechanism have managed to willfully…

Cartoon by Frank Shiers

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For the love of horses | Cartoon by Frank Shiers

To help bring in more money each year, Serenity Equine Rescue is holding a fundraiser benefit called “Hearts…

Cartoon by Frank Shiers

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Mariners get red hot | Cartoon

Cartoon by Frank Shiers

Cartoon by Frank Shiers

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Sad sunset in Renton | Cartoon

The Kiwanis Club of Renton will be closing its operations in October 2023 after 93 years. (Cartoon by…

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Organized thoughts about my second fight with cancer | Whale’s Tales

It is 12:35 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 3.

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Asphalt plant and wireless connections | Renton letters

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Approve Prop. 1: Veterans, Seniors, and Human Services Levy | Guest column

Karen Lee, a U.S. Army veteran and CEO of Plymouth Housing, shares why King County voters should vote…