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The case for and against Seattle’s largest-ever transportation levy
Supporters argue the $1.55B property tax will improve city streets and safety for all modes, while opponents say it’s far too expensive.
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Washington state lawmakers may get a 14% raise over next two years
A citizen panel recommends the pay bump, which would push annual salaries over $70,000, to keep pace with growing duties and rising costs of living.
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Will carbon tax initiative 2117 lower gas prices? That’s debatable
The cap-and-trade program, which 2117 aims to repeal, has been blamed for rising fuel costs, but gas prices have gone up and down since its inception.
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Out-of-state group spends big to defeat Republican Dave Reichert
Evergreen Values, funded primarily by the Democratic Governors Association, has donated almost as much against Reichert as he has raised in total for his campaign.
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Democrat starts write-in campaign in Central WA Congressional race
After two Republicans advanced in the 4th District, Kennewick resident Cherissa Boyd joined the race, where a split GOP vote could hand her the seat.