State Legislature 86 wastes time on taxes and theater
The piece blasts Olympia for slow water quality action and political infighting as lawmakers dodge tax increases. It notes Jim McDermott's fluctuating ideas, including a hotel motel tax and a three in one ballot plan, while urging real water quality legislation and accountability. It also mocks a constituent letter on legislative contact tips and questions the spending on such material during a tight budget period. The Enterprise invites local letters up to 250 words.
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Puget Sound
Booth
McDermott
Olympia
Carnival Politique
Gary Nelson
Elmer Fudd
Boeing
House
Senate
Goldfish
Rep
Nelson
Washington
Miss Manners
Washington State
Gary
Not all women want comparable worth
A Washington state statement from Concerned Women for America argues against comparable worth and pay equity. It contrasts comparable worth with equal pay for equal work and notes concerns about a socialistic wage system and potential devaluation of blue collar jobs.
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Concerned Women For America
Washington State
United States
Washington
American Federation of State
State of Washington
Norman D. Willis & Associates
Los Angeles
Los Angeles Times
Challenger inspires pride and memory of American courage
On January 28 1986 I watched the Challenger disaster and felt stunned silence give way to grief for the crew. Yet I also felt pride that Americans push boundaries and risk everything for their beliefs, honoring the brave pioneers who gave their all.
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America
NASA quality control and contractor role in Challenger analysis
The author argues for rigorous, transparent quality control and accountability across NASA and contractors in the Challenger tragedy. It stresses cross-threaded screws as symbols of workmanship, the need for fatigue analysis, and suggests random contractor technician presence on each flight to boost accountability and prevent complacency.
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NASA
Gas Prices Debate Echoes Through Consumers and Oil Firms
The text argues oil firms set prices to maximize profits despite crude oil declines. It urges consumers to pressure station managers, write presidents of major oil firms, and reduce gasoline use to protect the common interest. It frames the issue as a public duty and calls for research and action.
Edmonds Firefighters Thank Local Food Donors
The Edmonds Firefighters Local 1828 express gratitude to B and H Grocery Edmonds Arco AM PM MiniMart Edmonds Fresh Foods Five Corners Delicatessen L and N Superette Tollefson's Market and Edmonds Tradewell for their participation in the Holiday Food Drive. Community support is urged year round for those in need.
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Edmonds Firefighters
B & H Grocery
Edmonds Arco AM/PM MiniMart
Edmonds Fresh Foods
Five Corners Delicatessen
L & N Superette
Tollefson’s Market
Edmonds Tradewell
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