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POLL: What issue should be the top priority for Southwest Washington’s next member of Congress?

Taxes, public safety, homelessness, and education are already emerging as major issues in Southwest Washington’s race for Congress.

By Clark County Today · May 7, 2026
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POLL: What issue should be the top priority for Southwest Washington’s next member of Congress?

Republican state Sen. John Braun recently outlined his priorities during appearances in Vancouver and in an interview with Clark County Today, criticizing Washington’s new income tax and calling for lower taxes, reduced government spending, stronger public safety policies, and improvements in education. With the race for Congress expected to intensify in the months ahead, Clark County Today wants to know which issue readers believe should be the top priority for Southwest Washington’s next representative in Congress.

POLL: What issue should be the top priority for Southwest Washington’s next member of Congress? 💵 Reducing taxes and government spending 🚓 Improving public safety 🏠 Addressing homelessness and affordability 📚 Strengthening education and schools

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https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/people/state-senator-john-braun-makes-his-case-for-your-vote-in-washingtons-3rd-congressional-district/

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