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Opinion: The long list of ways Washington’s Democratic legislators are pushing to raise taxes
Nancy Churchill critiques Washington Democrats’ push for tax increases, highlighting major legislative proposals that could impact residents.
Letter: A necessary reform – Why Washington must pass HB 1399
Aia Walker urges Washington lawmakers to pass HB 1399, arguing that law enforcement leadership must be held to higher standards of accountability and professionalism.
Opinion: How the legislature just voted to raise your rent
Mark Harmsworth argues that House Bill 1217 will drive up rent costs, reduce housing supply, and worsen Washington’s affordability crisis.
Opinion: Tyrants on the bench
Vincent Cavaleri warns against judicial overreach, arguing that unelected judges are reshaping democracy through unchecked power.
Letter: Big spenders need accountability
Bob Mattila of Brush Prairie calls for accountability in government spending and warns about the dangers of rising national debt.
Opinion: Legislation is being considered that could harm children
Elizabeth New (Hovde) of the Washington Policy Center warns that proposed legislation in Washington state could undermine parental rights in medical and social decisions affecting minors.
Letter: HB 1399 – A threat to public safety and local control
HB 1399 could impact law enforcement oversight and local control, raising concerns about constitutional rights and public safety in Washington state.
Opinion: K-12 Washington state education funding overview – Part 3
Washington’s K-12 education funding remains a challenge 13 years after the McCleary decision, with rising costs and unfunded mandates straining school budgets.
Opinion: ‘What has been revealed about TriMet in multiple Clark County Today articles over the past few years is eye-opening’
Rep. John Ley warns Clark County taxpayers about TriMet’s financial demands, urging the C-TRAN Board to reject costly commitments.
Opinion: K-12 Washington state education funding overview – Part 2
Washington’s K-12 education funding relies on mandates, many of which are underfunded or unfunded, shifting costs to local taxpayers.
Opinion: Senate Bill 5041 — a favor for unions — will harm safety net for workers
A new proposal, Senate Bill 5041, seeks to extend unemployment benefits for striking workers, raising concerns about its impact on businesses and the workforce.
POLL: Do you think schools should require teachers to ask students for their preferred pronouns?
This week’s poll asks: Should schools require teachers to ask students for their preferred pronouns? Vote now and share your thoughts!
Opinion: K-12 Washington state education funding overview – Part 1
Larry Roe and Dick Rylander explore how K-12 education funding is structured in Washington state, from state budgets to local levies.
Opinion: The outcome is split so far on four bills related to WA Cares
Elizabeth New (Hovde) analyzes legislative progress on WA Cares, discussing the fate of four related bills and potential program reforms.
Opinion: Look for common ground: It can be found even in a lopsided, trifecta state
Elizabeth New (Hovde) explores bipartisan efforts in Washington state’s government, highlighting cost-saving measures and legislation focused on efficiency.
Letter: ‘One can only imagine what an income tax would provide for the big spenders in Olympia’
Amboy resident Thomas Schenk criticizes government spending and warns of the potential consequences of an income tax in Washington state.
Opinion: Citizen activism works
Nancy Churchill discusses the power of citizen activism in influencing legislative decisions and stopping controversial bills in Washington state.
Opinion: Scientific approach needed for gender-affirming care
Jay Fratt discusses the NHS Cass Review and its impact on gender-affirming care, calling for a science-based approach in Washington state.