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Previous Issues
Letter to the Editor
December 2019
An Open Letter to the Port of Bellingham Commissioners
I am concerned with both the slow pace of development of the Granary building and what appears to be a significant lack of integrity of Harcourt Bellingham, LLC. Based on news reports, they appear to be more of a buy-low, … Continue reading
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October-November 2019
In Praise of WTA, Drivers
As a frequent rider, I’m impressed with the way the buses are able to keep to schedule. They have many unknowns along the route: people adding bicycles, and those needing extra assistance are just two unknowns. Those are legitimate and necessary. Then, there are … Continue reading
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October-November 2019
Natalie McClendon for District 5
County elections are coming up soon, and residents of Coastal District 5 have a clear choice for the County Council. Who has the preparation and experience to represent us most effectively? Natalie McClendon has served two terms on the County … Continue reading
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October-November 2019
Bellingam Needs April Barker for Mayor
We’ve both worked on homelessness issues professionally and outside of our work roles. As our next Bellingham Mayor, April Barker will bring an understanding and skill set that our community desperately needs to address the horrific situation that so many … Continue reading
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October-November 2019
Support April Barker for Mayor
I write to urge my fellow Bellinghamites to vote in the upcoming November 5th election and to support April Barker to be Bellingham’s next mayor. As an outgoing member of the City Council, April has a keen understanding of the … Continue reading
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October-November 2019
Supports Natalie McClendon for County Council
This November, we can take action to combat the climate crisis by voting for Natalie McClendon for the County Council. She is running in the Coastal District (Ferndale, Blaine, Lummi Island, Birch Bay, Lummi Nation, Pt. Roberts). Natalie supports transitioning … Continue reading
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March 2018
Athletes Honor an Ideal America
When we go to a movie, we pay for a performance rather than purchase the actors. Similarly, when we go to concerts, we do not control the musicians or the music. Regarding athletes, is there any difference? Even if they … Continue reading
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May 2017
Clarification for Real Change Vendors
To the Editor: I want to express my deep appreciation to Kathryn Fentress and Whatcom Watch for featuring Real Change for Whatcom County in its April edition. As we prepare to welcome Real Change News vendors to Whatcom County, we … Continue reading
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April 2017
Hold the Name Calling
To the editor: We value Whatcom Watch for providing information and perspectives on Whatcom County concerns that are not available elsewhere, and have been supporters for a number of years. I am concerned about the tone of the articles written … Continue reading
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April 2017
Museum Sponsorship Questioned
To the editor: I would like to share my disappointment in the leadership of the Whatcom Museum. Upon recently seeing the Winter Catalog (Vol 14, No 1), I was troubled and saddened by the picture showing big smiles and ready … Continue reading
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