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How Washington state turned blue: Three decades of data explain our partisan shift
In the latest Crosscut/Elway Poll, Democrats far outnumber Republicans. It wasn’t always like this.
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After a meager presidential bid, Jay Inslee looks vulnerable in his run for a third term
Gov. Inslee failed to build momentum around climate change. What's that mean for his reelection prospects back home?
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As the economy booms, Washington voters see a system rigged for the rich
A new Crosscut/Elway Poll shows a populist streak that stretches across the state and mirrors a national trend.
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Seattle's primary turnout was largest since 2011, which could mean big numbers in November
Seattle's wealthiest precincts turned out in force. But younger voters and renters also saw increases from past years.
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Gov. Inslee’s re-election bid cools other Democrats’ ambitions — for now
The announcement dashed some politicians’ hopes for higher office. But many believe the governor’s office could still become vacant in 2021.