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Don C. Brunell

Don C. Brunell is a business analyst, writer and columnist. He is a former president of the Association of Washington Business, the state’s oldest and largest business organization, and lives in Vancouver. Contact thebrunells@msn.com.

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Guest opinion: ‘All of the Above’ energy options

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Guest opinion: What about our big one?

When President Biden warned FEMA does not have enough money to finish the hurricane season let alone the…

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Guest opinion: Politicians need to emulate Dan Evans

America needs a statesperson of the stature, capability, and perspective of Daniel J. Evans as our next President.

Don C. Brunell is a business analyst, writer and columnist. He is a former president of the Association of Washington Business, the state’s oldest and largest business organization, and lives in Vancouver. Contact thebrunells@msn.com.

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Guest opinion: Tight public lands commissioner race hinges on timber harvesting

Most down ballot elections draw little attention, but not this year when it comes to Washington state’s Public…

Don C. Brunell is a business analyst, writer and columnist. He is a former president of the Association of Washington Business, the state’s oldest and largest business organization, and lives in Vancouver. Contact thebrunells@msn.com.

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Guest Opinion: Boeing’s restart restores hope

Kelly Ortberg’s appointment as new Boeing CEO and the company returning its headquarters to Seattle are promising steps…

Don C. Brunell is a business analyst, writer and columnist. He is a former president of the Association of Washington Business, the state’s oldest and largest business organization, and lives in Vancouver. Contact thebrunells@msn.com.

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Guest opinion: Record debt shortchanges forest restoration

Our national debt is spreading out of control like a raging wildfire. Among other things, that added liability…

Don C. Brunell is a business analyst, writer and columnist. He is a former president of the Association of Washington Business, the state’s oldest and largest business organization, and lives in Vancouver. Contact thebrunells@msn.com.

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Guest opinion: Restoring balance to America’s regulations

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce looked at the cost of regulations in America and found that excessive protocols…

Don C. Brunell is a business analyst, writer and columnist. He is a former president of the Association of Washington Business, the state’s oldest and largest business organization, and lives in Vancouver. Contact thebrunells@msn.com.

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Guest opinion: Rays of hope for health care access

One of the most vexing problems with our nation’s health care system is getting a timely doctor’s appointment.…

Don C. Brunell is a business analyst, writer and columnist. He is a former president of the Association of Washington Business, the state’s oldest and largest business organization, and lives in Vancouver. Contact thebrunells@msn.com.

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Guest opinion: For which our flag stands remains important to all Americans

It is the time of year to proudly fly our American flags. It began with Memorial Day (May…

Don C. Brunell is a business analyst, writer and columnist. He is a former president of the Association of Washington Business, the state’s oldest and largest business organization, and lives in Vancouver. Contact thebrunells@msn.com.

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Guest Opinion: Bob Moore’s final bow noted in the Big Apple

Who would have thought that a small Oregon natural grain mill owner’s death would make national news or…

Don C. Brunell is a business analyst, writer and columnist. He is a former president of the Association of Washington Business, the state’s oldest and largest business organization, and lives in Vancouver. Contact thebrunells@msn.com.

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Guest opinion: Honoring families of those making ultimate sacrifice

On Memorial Day, we traditionally honor Americans in our military who gave their lives in battle for our…

Don C. Brunell is a business analyst, writer and columnist. He is a former president of the Association of Washington Business, the state’s oldest and largest business organization, and lives in Vancouver. Contact thebrunells@msn.com.

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Guest opinion: Washington state benefits from Alaska oil leasing

Recently, President Biden launched the second phase of his attack on domestic oil and gas production by effectively…

Don C. Brunell is a business analyst, writer and columnist. He is a former president of the Association of Washington Business, the state’s oldest and largest business organization, and lives in Vancouver, Wa. Contact thebrunells@msn.com.

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Guest opinion: Pragmatic Kilmer, McMorris-Rodgers will be missed

Unfortunately, too many pragmatic Democrats and Republicans in Congress are retiring at a time when we need them…