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Opinion: The high cost of hiding – Why IBR’s delayed revenue study is a $15 billion warning sign
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Opinion: The high cost of hiding – Why IBR’s delayed revenue study is a $15 billion warning sign

IBR delays critical toll revenue analysis until June 2027, hiding financial details until after project approval.

Apr 16, 2026

Opinion: Washington fails the test for affordability
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Opinion: Washington fails the test for affordability

Mountain States Policy Center analysis reveals Washington ranks 5th most expensive state as residents migrate to Idaho and Texas.

Apr 16, 2026

Opinion: Washington fails the test for affordability
Opinion

Opinion: Washington fails the test for affordability

Mountain States Policy Center analysis reveals Washington ranks 5th most expensive state as residents migrate to Idaho and Texas.

Apr 16, 2026

Trump backs John Braun to unseat Marie Gluesenkamp Perez in US House race
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Trump backs John Braun to unseat Marie Gluesenkamp Perez in US House race

State Senate minority leader John Braun secured Trump's backing to challenge the Democratic congresswoman in 2026.

Apr 15, 2026

Opinion: if you're a Trump-hating liberal, feel free to pay the old, higher tax rates today
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Opinion: if you're a Trump-hating liberal, feel free to pay the old, higher tax rates today

Lars Larson challenges Trump-hating liberals to voluntarily pay the higher tax rates Harris proposed.

Apr 15, 2026

Opinion: Washington’s broken trust
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Opinion: Washington’s broken trust

Dave Upthegrove's 80,000-acre forest ban is forcing rural school districts into state financial control and massive teacher layoffs.

Apr 14, 2026

Opinion: Cue the revenuers
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Opinion: Cue the revenuers

State hiring 300 tax collectors this summer even though income tax revenue won't arrive until 2029.

Apr 14, 2026

Opinion: Everything about TriMet screams ‘poor management’
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Opinion: Everything about TriMet screams ‘poor management’

Rep. John Ley examines TriMet's $850 million operating loss and 75% cost increase for MAX light rail service.

Apr 14, 2026

Vancouver City Council approves resolution asking IBR to extend light rail to Library Square
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Vancouver City Council approves resolution asking IBR to extend light rail to Library Square

Council wants light rail extended beyond waterfront to connect with C-TRAN at Library Square station.

Apr 14, 2026

49th Legislative District Democrats share their reasons for backing state income tax at Town Hall
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49th Legislative District Democrats share their reasons for backing state income tax at Town Hall

Three Democrat legislators defended the new income tax affecting only those earning over $1 million annually.

Apr 11, 2026

Letter: Freeze the scope and build the bridge
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Letter: Freeze the scope and build the bridge

Vancouver resident calls for project discipline after 22 years of planning and nearly half a billion in costs.

Apr 11, 2026

Opinion: Public workers’ First Amendment rights are getting attention – in Idaho, not Washington
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Opinion: Public workers’ First Amendment rights are getting attention – in Idaho, not Washington

Idaho moves to stop public schools from collecting union dues through government payroll while Washington continues favoring unions over worker choice.

Apr 11, 2026

Opinion: Lawsuit filed against the unconstitutional income tax in Washington state
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Opinion: Lawsuit filed against the unconstitutional income tax in Washington state

Former Attorney General Rob McKenna and Supreme Court Justice Phil Talmadge challenge the 9.9% income tax in Klickitat Superior Court.

Apr 10, 2026

Letter: ‘Oregon and Washington aren't refusing to clean their rolls — they're contesting federal jurisdiction and timing’
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Letter: ‘Oregon and Washington aren't refusing to clean their rolls — they're contesting federal jurisdiction and timing’

Camas resident challenges Lars Larson's fraud claims, explaining legal disputes over federal jurisdiction.

Apr 10, 2026

County Council to hold hearing on preferred land use alternative for comprehensive plan update
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County Council to hold hearing on preferred land use alternative for comprehensive plan update

Clark County Council will select preferred land use alternative from three options studied in environmental review.

Apr 10, 2026

Opinion: ‘When are we going to get the full and complete details of the Interstate Bridge Replacement Program’s I-5 Bridge replacement project?’
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Opinion: ‘When are we going to get the full and complete details of the Interstate Bridge Replacement Program’s I-5 Bridge replacement project?’

IBR team buried key details about light rail ending at waterfront with massive elevator system required.

Apr 10, 2026

County seeks public comment on plans tied to CDBG and HOME funding
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County seeks public comment on plans tied to CDBG and HOME funding

Clark County proposes $2.4 million in federal funding for dental care, affordable housing, and sidewalk improvements.

Apr 9, 2026

Opinion: The path to real tax reform requires a spending limit
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Opinion: The path to real tax reform requires a spending limit

Washington Policy Center director argues constitutional spending caps would force real budget tradeoffs instead of endless tax increases.

Apr 9, 2026