Editor, Thank you for printing the full-page (paid advertisement) ranting of Joseph C. Coomer. I have always considered myself an independent voter, but after reading… Continue reading
Editor, Referendum 90 will require Washington school districts to provide comprehensive sexual health education. The instruction must be medically accurate, age appropriate and inclusive of… Continue reading
Editor, While I typically enjoy the snarky humor of editorial cartoons, the cartoon in Oct. 17 Whidbey News-Times deriding those who believe in herd immunity… Continue reading
Editor, I am very disappointed to see the Whidbey New-Times’ endorsement of Greg Gilday over Angie Homola. As your editorial states, Homola has “valuable local… Continue reading
Editor, Elections have always been wrought with intense emotions, positive and negative. But, today in an age of unrestricted, profit-driven corporate control over the messages… Continue reading
Editor, Here are two reasons why I am voting to re-elect Jill Johnson for Island County commissioner. One of the arguments against her is the… Continue reading
Editor, I was puzzled and disappointed when I read the Whidbey News-Times’ political endorsements that excluded Angie Homola, a candidate for the 10th district House,… Continue reading
Editor, In order to be an informed voter one must research the candidates to learn about their backgrounds and the positions they take on issues.… Continue reading
Editor, As we approach the final phase of this important election cycle, I’ve noted that the ‘R’ at the bottom of local Republican candidate signs… Continue reading
Editor, A recent letter to the editor sought to address Referendum 90. The author described the current sex ed requirements for Washington state schools but… Continue reading
Editor, When looking at the Saturday Whidbey News-Times, I noticed a couple of things. Letters criticizing Republicans for holding outdoor meetings without masks or distancing.… Continue reading
Editor, In our front yard we have a flagpole. It has the American flag, the 12th man flag and, at the base of the flagpole,… Continue reading
Editor, Angie Homola is the outstanding choice for State Representative, Pos. 1 for the 10th Legislative District. That is the seat served for the past… Continue reading
Editor, Having worked 15 years as secretary for Carolyn Cliff, candidate for Island County Superior Court Judge Position 2, I know firsthand she has an… Continue reading
Editor, I am writing today in support of Ron Muzzall for state Senate. I have had the privilege of knowing Ron for over 30 years… Continue reading
Editor, Helen Price Johnson has the right stuff to be our state senator. I have known Helen for over 30 years, since the days she… Continue reading
Editor, On Saturday, Oct. 10 I received a hit piece accusing Helen Price Johnson of supporting higher taxes. For those looking for facts, Helen has… Continue reading
Editor, I support Carolyn Cliff as a Superior Court judge because she is an excellent attorney and judge pro tem who cares about the law… Continue reading
Editor, Politics has become like Halloween, Christmas and April Fools day all rolled into one. Who can believe the crowd of deep-pocketed newbie clowns with… Continue reading
Editor, This is in response to Bob Wall’s letter to the editor, “There’s no stronger endorsement than taking one’s yard sign.” I hope you’re right,… Continue reading