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Beware the unintended consequences | In Focus

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Beware the unintended consequences | In Focus

Have you ever done something only to find that your actions caused you unforeseen and unexpected grief? We…

Acts of white supremacy are acts of violence | COMMENTARY

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Acts of white supremacy are acts of violence | COMMENTARY

By Sen. Joe Fain

Trying to make sense of all this ‘discraziness’ | Our Corner

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Trying to make sense of all this ‘discraziness’ | Our Corner

As a pick-me-up and drop-me-on-my-head bucket of fun, I have been trying to follow the unhealth care machinations…

Trump presidency: an ongoing civics lesson | COMMENTARY

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Trump presidency: an ongoing civics lesson | COMMENTARY

“From a… government instructor’s perspective, our president is a wonderful, nearly-daily lesson in government.”

A vote for what you think of tax hikes | COMMENTARY

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A vote for what you think of tax hikes | COMMENTARY

“[Voters] will get… an opportunity to say whether they think lawmakers did the right thing. Or not.”

Thank you for your support | LETTER

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Thank you for your support | LETTER

I wish to extend a thank you to the citizens of Renton who supported my campaign and entrusted…

Committing to diversity, equity and inclusion in a changing county | KCLS

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Committing to diversity, equity and inclusion in a changing county | KCLS

Stephen A. Smith (Guest columnist)

Matter of perspective | COMIC

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Matter of perspective | COMIC

Frank Shiers, Jr.’s editorial comic, week of Aug. 11, 2017.

Social security could survive if Congress stops ‘borrowing’ from it | LETTER

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Social security could survive if Congress stops ‘borrowing’ from it | LETTER

I just finished Richard Elfer’s article on social security (published in the July 28 edition of the Renton…

Let’s not conform ‘to other’s snooty standards’ | LETTER

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Let’s not conform ‘to other’s snooty standards’ | LETTER

I was taken aback by the attitude expressed in (July 28 edition’s) letter to the editor in support…

When leaders act like spoiled children | COMMENTARY

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When leaders act like spoiled children | COMMENTARY

Have you wondered why Republicans, who fought Obamacare for seven years, are having trouble repealing and replacing Obamacare?

Let me drink (coffee) and drive | COMMENTARY

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Let me drink (coffee) and drive | COMMENTARY

The state’s new law targeting distracted drivers sure is irritating folks.

Young workers face uncertain future | COMMENTARY

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Young workers face uncertain future | COMMENTARY

“I am concerned about my grandchildren’s futures. You should be, too.”

The battle for water continues | COMMENTARY

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The battle for water continues | COMMENTARY

July 19 arrived with a sense of possibility that lawmakers could solve the two remaining riddles in this…

Two sides | COMIC

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Two sides | COMIC

Frank Shiers, Jr.’s editorial comic, week of July 28, 2017.

Qualification and commitment over name recognition: Why I’m voting for Diane Dobson | LETTER

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Qualification and commitment over name recognition: Why I’m voting for Diane Dobson | LETTER

As a third generation life-long resident of Renton, I have personally witnessed the growth and consequential impact on…

Ruth Perez ‘embraces the opinions of all’ | LETTER

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Ruth Perez ‘embraces the opinions of all’ | LETTER

I am in my 18th year as a Renton City Council member, and currently in my opinion we…

I want Jamian Smith on my team | LETTER

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I want Jamian Smith on my team | LETTER

I was one of Jami’s earliest endorsers and I have never regretted my decision. Getting to know Jami…

Armondo Pavone is ‘always open to diverse perspectives’ | LETTER

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Armondo Pavone is ‘always open to diverse perspectives’ | LETTER

What do you need to know about the current council candidates in order to make an informed decision…

A poem to the editor | LETTER

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A poem to the editor | LETTER

A deer wanders the streets.