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…s to stop public schools from collecting union dues through government payroll while Washington continues favoring unions over worker choice.
…ty sheriffs away from voters and concentrate control within state government.
Lars Larson criticizes state officials for refusing to disclose updated cost estimates for the Interstate Bridge Replacement project, arguing that a lack of transp…
…shifting the balance of power away from citizens and toward government.
…eation, volunteer opportunity, community involvement, local government, Battle Ground School District, student leadership, city council, Washington state, community programs
Todd Myers highlights how the Good Neighbor Authority helps states and tribes partner with the federal government to improve forest health and reduce wildfire risk.
…etition, and less regulation while working with the federal government on cost containment in health care.
Todd Myers of Washington Policy Center argues that most CO2 tax revenue in Washington is spent on bureaucracy, not direct environmental benefits. He calls for science-based reforms.
…ty students reflected on the challenges and lessons of Boys State, where they helped run a mock government as part of a program sponsored by American Legion Post 44.
…as introduced a bill to create the Washington Department of Government Efficiency, aiming to audit state agencies and cut waste as an alternative to proposed tax increases.
Nancy Churchill says Washington’s $78.5 billion state budget signals runaway government growth and demands urgent taxpayer pushback.
Nancy Churchill outlines new tax proposals in Washington state, warning of growing burdens on working families amid budget shortfalls and government overspending.