The backlash over making language in Washington state laws gender neutral
OLYMPIA — When I agreed to sponsor legislation to update state statutes with gender-neutral language, I could not have imagined the backlash that would result.
US military must not tolerate sexual assaults
Those serving in the U.S. military must be disciplined and follow strict orders. It’s the way the military can function when soldiers, sailors, airmen and Marines are deployed in defense of the nation in dangerous, high-stress situations.
Bye, bye bicycle path
I didn’t even have the time to rejoice for the news of a bicycle path connecting College Place to Walla Walla, when I heard a petition from a few against it has already changed the mind of the Walla Walla City Council.
Gun violence is down, not up
Major news networks carry news of gun violence/shootings nearly every day, often combined with the news of record gun sales!
Wind towers big issue in Umatilla County
To the voters in Umatilla County pertaining to the county commissioner position.
Hope climate change deniers are right
Recently scientists for the first time recorded a CO2 level of 400 parts per million at Mauna Loa observatory in Hawaii. The last time the level was this high was millions of years before modern humans existed.
School Board member served with integrity
In late 2012, I relinquished my position as an elected official serving as a director for the Walla Walla School District Board of Education.
Rose Street decision should be about ‘community’
The City Council reversed its decision to redesign the striping of Rose Street based on a “huge public outcry,” according to the Union-Bulletin. Are City Council decisions made according to who cries out the loudest and gets signatures on a petition? Is it an “us vs. them” thing, or are we a community?
Public servants must be sure they have time to serve public
That is something to consider this week as it is the filing period for a host of local offices, including several school boards and city councils.
It’s difficult to run for public office, and it’s usually tougher to serve.
Drivers can save $124 by putting down cellphones
Later this month law enforcement agencies will be targeting those who use electronic devices while driving. The fine is $124.
Washington state routinely leads the nation in seat-belt use.
Weather is great, celebrate National Bike Month
May is National Bike Month!
State inquiry into Sheriff’s Office determines no wrongdoing
Some folks have inquired about the state Auditor’s Office looking into the Walla Walla County Sheriff’s Office. I’m happy to share what happened.
Focus in Olympia must be on budget
State lawmakers were back in Olympia on Monday for a 30-day overtime session after failing to approve a state budget.
Thoughts on recent events
I’ll begin with Robert Day’s letter on May 3. He’s correct. The NRA gets its power from the American people.
Learning about guns in America
What I recently learned:
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