Author: Katy Sword
GOP stalls approval of Sen. Murray health care bill
Patty Murray likely feels like her peers have broken their promise to her. Republican Sen. Susan Collins promised a bill co-authored by Murray would be approved when citing her reasons to vote […]
Attacks already in play for 2018 election
Carolyn Long only announced her candidacy for the 3rd Congressional District 13 days ago. But she's already on the offense. Clark County Republican Chair David Gellatly alleges Long was sent from Oregon […]
MoveOn Clark County tries new form of protest
In Saturday’s downpour, more than 40 protesters gathered at Northeast 117th Avenue and Northeast 76th Street to sing carols. These were not your typical Christmas carols, however. “Jingle Bells,” for […]
Tax off: Sen. Cantwell battles Ted Cruz
Washington's Democratic Sen. Maria Cantwell joined Vermont's independent Sen. Bernie Sanders Tuesday night to face off against Republican senators Ted Cruz and Tim Scott during a town hall style debate […]
Herrera Beutler uses tax plan vote to fundraise
On Friday, just one day after the House passed its tax plan, Rep. Jaime Herrera-Beutler, R-Battle Ground, sent out a constituent email asking for donations to “help make our voices […]
State supreme court ruling could change political party election process
Last week, the Washington Supreme Court ruled that political parties can either elect or appoint legislative district chairs. The previous law required parties to elect its district chairs. The court […]
Kris Greene campaign reaches New Jersey
Kris Greene has cash to burn before tomorrow's election. According to his latest Public Disclosure Commission filing, $119,545 of it. Greene has already spent nearly $475,000 in the race for […]
City’s day center proposal earns Ceci Ryan Smith’s approval
The city of Vancouver announced a new proposed day center for homeless residents Monday. The move was largely lauded by the community as a positive decision and a good location. […]
Rumors and the Republican Party
As is the case with any contentious group, the Oct. 17 Clark County Republican Party special meeting resulted in a flood of rumors. The meeting was especially charged as it […]
Can a pre-paid ballot fix low voter turnout?
Today marks the first day of Washington's voting period, the beginning of our annual democratic process. But participation in non-Presidential elections are low. Clark County had a voter turnout of more than […]