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Letter: ‘Our state and local governments need to learn to live within their means’
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Letter: ‘Our state and local governments need to learn to live within their means’

Camas resident Lauren Colas voices strong opposition to Proposition 1 and other tax proposals, calling for state and local governments to rein in spending.

Apr 3, 2025

Opinion: Bill limiting notifications for parents passes committee
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Opinion: Bill limiting notifications for parents passes committee

A Washington Policy Center column critiques SB 5181, which would reduce parental notification rights in Washington public schools.

Apr 2, 2025

Letter: ‘Public safety is the backbone of a thriving community’
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Letter: ‘Public safety is the backbone of a thriving community’

Zach Goodman urges Camas and Washougal voters to support the RFA.

Apr 2, 2025

Letter: Blood on their hands — A call for real leadership in Vancouver
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Letter: Blood on their hands — A call for real leadership in Vancouver

Vancouver resident Justin Forsman calls for bold new leadership in a public letter.

Apr 2, 2025

Letter: ‘Should we vote for the RFA?’
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Letter: ‘Should we vote for the RFA?’

Camas resident Jeff Englund voices concerns about the RFA and tax impacts.

Apr 1, 2025

Letter: ‘Thank you Michelle Belkot for your courage to question the light rail need and its prohibitive costs’
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Letter: ‘Thank you Michelle Belkot for your courage to question the light rail need and its prohibitive costs’

Vancouver resident praises Michelle Belkot for opposing light rail costs and urges ethical governance on transportation boards.

Mar 31, 2025

Letter: RFA Proposition 1 will mean more taxes, more debt, same leadership
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Letter: RFA Proposition 1 will mean more taxes, more debt, same leadership

Camas resident Gary Perman urges voters to reject RFA Proposition 1, citing increased taxes, debt, and unchanged leadership.

Mar 31, 2025

Letter: ‘Thank you, Rep. Ley, for standing up and working to protect the hardworking residents of Southwest Washington’
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Letter: ‘Thank you, Rep. Ley, for standing up and working to protect the hardworking residents of Southwest Washington’

Camas resident thanks Rep. John Ley for standing against rising taxes.

Mar 29, 2025

Letter: ‘Fossil fuel investments contribute to climate change, harming human health, compromising agriculture’
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Letter: ‘Fossil fuel investments contribute to climate change, harming human health, compromising agriculture’

Audrey Michelle Atchley urges WSU Foundation to divest from fossil fuels.

Mar 29, 2025

Opinion: Senate Bill 5798 is a massive tax increase on the homeowners of Washington
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Opinion: Senate Bill 5798 is a massive tax increase on the homeowners of Washington

Senate Bill 5798 could dismantle property tax protections and raise costs for Washington homeowners.

Mar 28, 2025

Who Should Clean Up Our Highways? Cast Your Vote
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Who Should Clean Up Our Highways? Cast Your Vote

Clark County residents weigh in on who should take the lead in cleaning up roadside litter along area highways and freeways.

Mar 27, 2025

Opinion: An assault on affordability – What the new budget proposals mean for you
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Opinion: An assault on affordability – What the new budget proposals mean for you

Rep. John Ley says new state budget proposals could worsen affordability in Washington by increasing gas taxes, property taxes, and vehicle fees.

Mar 27, 2025

Opinion: Parents could have less access to information about school-aged children
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Opinion: Parents could have less access to information about school-aged children

Elizabeth New warns new bills could restrict parents’ access to school health info

Mar 26, 2025

Opinion: The hidden tyranny of property taxes
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Opinion: The hidden tyranny of property taxes

Nancy Churchill critiques rising property taxes and urges public action

Mar 26, 2025

Debra KalzLetter: ‘It was a love fest for the City of Vancouver without a true global perspective on the real issues addressed’Debra Kalz
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Debra KalzLetter: ‘It was a love fest for the City of Vancouver without a true global perspective on the real issues addressed’Debra Kalz

Debra Kalz critiques Vancouver’s State of the City, citing debt, infrastructure, and homelessness.

Mar 25, 2025

Opinion: Should striking workers be paid by their employers not to work?
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Opinion: Should striking workers be paid by their employers not to work?

Elizabeth New critiques SB 5041, warning it could expand strikes and burden Washington employers

Mar 25, 2025

Letter: ‘Our Vietnam and Vietnam-era veterans hold a place of honor in our community’
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Letter: ‘Our Vietnam and Vietnam-era veterans hold a place of honor in our community’

J. Ron Powers honors Vietnam and Vietnam-era veterans in a heartfelt tribute.

Mar 25, 2025

Opinion: Should you fear the end of the Department of Education?
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Opinion: Should you fear the end of the Department of Education?

David Boze of the Washington Policy Center weighs in on whether eliminating the U.S. Department of Education could benefit Washington education.

Mar 25, 2025