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Cementing radioactive wastes could save billions | Brunell
Since 2002, the U.S. Department of Energy has funded construction of a $17 billion project to encase radioactive…
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Jetsons cartoon robots now reality
The Jetsons television series about a space-age family featuring “Rosey the Robot” gave us a preview of life…
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Seattle’s misstep highlights need for new approach | Brunell
Last week, Seattle’s City Council did an “about face,” revoking the onerous corporate head tax it unanimously enacted…
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Straw pulp looks like a good option | Brunell
Columbia Pulp project is a win-win for the environment and the economy
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Bad labels tough to shed | Brunell
Amazon, other businesses stand to lose big over Seattle’s head tax decision
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Lt. Dan needs lots of helping hands | Brunell
Gary Sinise making year-around commitments to help veterans and their families
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New approaches needed to fight super wildfires | Brunell
With Western States wildfires growing in size and destroying more homes, farms and businesses, there is a need…
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Yogi’s wisdom is worth thinking about| Brunell
The late great philosopher Yogi Berra once proclaimed: “The future ain’t what it used to be.” It sure…
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Skilled trade jobs go unfilled in our robust economy | Brunell
Millions of good-paying opportunities available in blue collar jobs
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Trade war could hit Washington hard | Brunell
Any trade war between the United States and China is worrisome, but if it escalated and tariffs are…
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Water pressure mounting in West as population spikes | Brunell
As we deal with our population growth, we must address sufficient supplies of drinkable fresh water for residential,…
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A forgotten side of the Alamo | Brunell
Most of the 2.5 million annual Alamo visitors focus on the epic 1836 battle in which a small…
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China now driving car market | Brunell
In the 1950s, America’s “Big Three” automakers (General Motors, Ford and Chrysler) were the pacesetters for our industrial…
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Ireland: cleaner, greener and more prosperous | Brunell
This St. Patrick’s Day (March 17), the Irish have lots to celebrate. Ireland is cleaner, greener and more…
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South Korea success goes beyond Olympics | Brunell
It was hard to get excited about the Pyeongchang Winter Olympics, but give the South Koreans credit for…
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Military leaders can transform education | Brunell
Do good military commanders make good education leaders?
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Washington’s carbon tax differs from B.C. | Brunell
In Olympia, Gov. Jay Inslee is pushing lawmakers to enact a new tax on carbon gas emissions before…
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John Spellman: best leader for tough times | Brunell
Too often, virtues and accomplishments of quiet leaders go unsung. Such is the case with John Spellman, a…
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China’s sword policy cutting deep into recycling | Brunell
Earlier this month, China launched its “national sword” policy which bans many recyclable materials it traditionally imported. Meanwhile,…