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Another chance for opposition in Voters’ Pamphlet
The Clark County Charter Review Commission is once again looking for individuals to provide “against” statements for six proposed charter amendments slated for the November 2022 ballot. The statements will […]
Congressional district candidates’ views on COVID-19 mandates
As the Biden administration emphasizes the need to bolster vaccine requirements in light of the coronavirus’s omicron variant, political leaders are projecting how the guidelines will impact Americans. More than 61 […]
County council tensions bubble to the surface
It seems Clark County’s council members are no strangers to conflict during council meetings. Lately though, meetings have veered into open hostility. An exchange between three council members during the Dec. […]
Washington senator emphasizes advocating for Indigenous rights
On Nov. 26, or Native American Heritage Day, Washington Sen. Patty Murray emphasized the importance of continuing to advocate for the state’s tribal communities past the commemorative holiday. The holiday follows […]
State considers payment program for car fees
For car buyers, state and county sales taxes often add thousands of dollars to the price tag for a new or used vehicle. Along with registration, title and tag fees, […]
“The Lars Larson Show” debate contains predictable responses on policy from candidates
Lars Larson hosted a debate on his conservative talk show between two candidates running for Washington’s 3rd Congressional District. Joe Kent, R-Yacolt, and Brent Hennrich, D-Vancouver, discussed their visions for Southwest […]
JHB opposes foreign contributions in state and local elections after FEC news
Rep. Jaime Herrera Beutler, R-Battle Ground, introduced bipartisan legislation Wednesday to prohibit foreign contributions in elections. The bill would amend the Federal Election Campaign Act to ban contributions from foreign nationals […]
GOP outlines process to replace Rivers
Although State Sen. Ann Rivers hasn’t yet said when she’s leaving, Republicans aren’t letting any grass grow under their legislative feet. They have already started working on finding a replacement […]
Herrera Beutler asks Inslee to block Oregon’s tolling plans
Rep. Jaime Herrera Beutler, R-Battle Ground, sent a letter to Gov. Jay Inslee Tuesday asking him to pledge to block Oregon’s plan to toll the I-5 and I-205 bridges. Herrera Beutler […]
Heidi St. John thinks debates need to wait until November is over
Heidi St. John, a Republican running for Congress in Washington’s 3rd Congressional District, said another candidate’s proposal to hold a radio debate in October was “silly.” She said debating before Clark […]