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Team – It’s become increasingly clear that Washington State Democrats have an enthusiasm problem. Hillary Clinton, their party’s presumptive presidential nominee, doesn’t inspire liberal voters here. And, as we all know, Jay Inslee isn’t a gubernatorial candidate they have much boast about. So, in an attempt to find a rallying point for voters, Democrats have … Continued

If Sound Transit officials are correct and it’s the long timeline that is keeping voters from supporting ST3, then their problem is bigger than they appear to believe. The question is, can voters even trust Sound Transit to complete ST3 in 25-years? Speaking of Sound Transit, apparently, taxpayers are supposed to rely on the “discretion” … Continued

Time and time again, Republicans have proposed reforms to restore public trust in WSDOT by improving accountability and transparency. And, time and time again, Democrats have stood against reforms in order to protect their special interest supporters at the expense of taxpayers. Also, there is a significant problem that those already pushing round two of … Continued

Democrats are grasping at straws for something to help rally unenthusiastic voters. Apparently, they have settled on Donald Trump. In other news, another former CEO is warning of the consequences of the $15 minimum wage… especially for inexperienced workers. And, in campaign news, Democrat State Sen. Karen Fraser doesn’t appear very experienced in campaigning despite … Continued

A UW professor explains why, in his professional opinion, the $15 minimum wage is a two edge sword and sometimes it’s the bad edge of the sword that can dominate. Also, unfortunately for Democrats, there are already problems with their new congressional candidate’s campaign plans. And, Jay Inslee’s campaign is getting desperate for support, so … Continued

Team – Last week, Jay Inslee created a budget deficit by vetoing several provisions in the bi-partisan plan sent to him by the legislature. His risky approach put the state more than $200 million in the red. Worse, Inslee’s decision to deficit spend helps Democrats continue their obsession of arguing for tax increases. It’s a strategy … Continued

A new report by CNN praises WA’s Initiative 732, the “revenue neutral” carbon tax, with a lot of sketchy, one-sided claims. And, in the spirit of Earth Day, we decided outline some of those green fails, since the rest of the media won’t do so. Also, one of the nation’s largest health insurance companies delivered … Continued

In light of the WEA’s latest aggression against public charter schools, we’ve put together a list of three times the union exposed its self-interested agenda. Also, Seattle Mayor Ed Murray has announced a new (and rather ironic) position in city government, Director of Homelessness. And, SDOT Director Scott Kubly is always thinking of new ways … Continued

Far from being a force for “disruptive change,” Jay Inslee has continually placed “insiders” (bureaucrats and special interest leaders) in top positions in his administration. Speaking of Inslee, it’s important to note that his decision to place our state’s budget in the red only hurts education funding. Also, Seattle liberals recommended the allowance of “safe … Continued

Tax Day has come and gone, but Democrats’ obsession with tax increases will never end. The question is, should Democrats continue to control Olympia, in what year will Washington State taxpayers find themselves paying both a state and federal income tax on Tax Day? Also, the Sound Transit propaganda machine is kicking into high gear … Continued

Jay Inslee’s most recent fundraising report reveals that donors are not impressed with his 3+ years of “governing.” In other election news, though Frank Chopp’s endorsement of Jim Moeller may not have been much of a surprise, it still creates a rather awkward situation for Cyrus Habib. And, Bernie Sanders backers are keeping our state’s … Continued

Jay Inslee made quite a few absurd statements during a speech to labor leaders at the King County Labor Council. We decided to make a list of five. In other news, Patty Murray proved (once again) why she has no real leadership credentials to speak of despite being elected back in 1992. Also, a King … Continued