Author: Jake Thomas
Clark County Democrats’ new executive board
Rich Rogers has been elected to serve another term as chair of the Clark County Democrats. "I must be a masochist I’m back for two more years lol," Rogers said in […]
Here are the committee assignments for Clark County’s legislative delegation
If you pay attention to the Legislature, you know that a key part of legislating occurs in legislative committees where legislators hammer out the finer details of legislation. With the Washington […]
Vicki Kraft shares her thoughts with the governor on replacing the I-5 bridge
Yesterday, U.S. Rep. Jaime Herrera Beutler, R-Battle Ground, and seven Southwest Washington Republican lawmakers sent a letter to Gov. Jay Inslee asking him to soften his stance that light rail […]
The county council is no longer formally opposed to the casino, but one councilor has concerns
During the last regular Clark County Council meeting of the year, outgoing Republican Councilor Jeanne Stewart took one final stand against the ilani Casino Resort. After years of legal battles with […]
Bowman will seek Quiring’s soon-to-be old job
When Republican Eileen Quiring was elected Clark County Council chair it triggered speculation as to who would take her seat on the council when she assumes her new role. Now, one […]
Maybe Eileen Quiring will support increases in taxes after all
During the 2018 election, Eileen Quiring campaigned for Clark County Council chair on her consistent record of voting against higher taxes. A week after her election was certified, she indicated […]
WaPo notes Herrera Beutler’s unique place in new Congress (but it’s probably not what you think)
Earlier this week, The Washington Post ran a post-election analysis that looked at which demographic groups are representing each in the incoming Congress. It also contained a surprising fact about […]
What Marc Boldt said on his last appearance on Clark County Focus
Clark County Council Chair Marc Boldt appeared on Clark County Focus for what’s likely to be the last time earlier this week. The show, which is broadcast on CVTV (the C-SPAN […]
Oregon third-bridge proponent loses reelection
The dream of a third bridge across the Columbia River suffered a set back in last week’s election and it happened in Oregon. State Rep. Rich Vial, a Republican representing a […]
Why Eric Holt asked that a Facebook ad be taken down
The most recent count of ballots shows Clark County Democrats aren’t that great at winning elections. But at least they have someone on their side who is good at using […]