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Opinion: Governor Ferguson can still put K-12 students and families first

ClarkCountyToday.com — Wed, 06 May 2026 21:14:53 +0000

Washington families could lose $723M in K-12 education funds if Gov. Ferguson refuses to opt in to the federal tax credit program.

Opinion: Why the Electoral College remains vital for our Republic

ClarkCountyToday.com — Fri, 24 Apr 2026 16:11:12 +0000

Mountain States Policy Center analyst defends constitutional system against National Popular Vote Compact movement.

Opinion: Washington fails the test for affordability

ClarkCountyToday.com — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 17:11:20 +0000

Mountain States Policy Center analysis reveals Washington ranks 5th most expensive state as residents migrate to Idaho and Texas.

Opinion: Washington fails the test for affordability

ClarkCountyToday.com — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 17:09:26 +0000

Mountain States Policy Center analysis reveals Washington ranks 5th most expensive state as residents migrate to Idaho and Texas.

Opinion: Lawsuit filed against the unconstitutional income tax in Washington state

ClarkCountyToday.com — Fri, 10 Apr 2026 22:12:06 +0000

Former Attorney General Rob McKenna and Supreme Court Justice Phil Talmadge challenge the 9.9% income tax in Klickitat Superior Court.

Opinion: Who is winning the race for affordable power?

ClarkCountyToday.com — Mon, 06 Apr 2026 19:11:54 +0000

Hydroelectric power keeps Washington competitive, but new laws and carbon pricing are driving up electricity costs for residents each year.

Opinion: The wealth migration is real – which states are benefiting?

ClarkCountyToday.com — Wed, 25 Mar 2026 01:43:33 +0000

IRS data shows Idaho, Montana, and Wyoming attracted significant wealth from new residents, while Washington state saw a loss of $500 million as its new capital gains tax took effect.

Opinion: The ballooning cost of the I-5 bridge between Oregon and Washington is unjustified

ClarkCountyToday.com — Tue, 17 Mar 2026 18:22:35 +0000

Transit agencies saw ridership fall even as population grew, yet the proposed I-5 bridge replacement now comes with a 240% higher price tag than first estimated.

Opinion: Washington state is blowing up its no-income-tax advantage

ClarkCountyToday.com — Fri, 13 Mar 2026 21:48:00 +0000

Lawmakers advanced SB 6346 with an emergency clause, aiming to end Washington’s no-income-tax reputation and prevent voters from seeking a referendum.

Opinion: 2026 Washington Poll: Voters want economic focus, spending restraint, and ed transparency

ClarkCountyToday.com — Thu, 15 Jan 2026 03:00:51 +0000

Results from the first Washington Poll show voters prioritizing the economy, spending restraint, and school transparency, with broad support for education reforms and concern over housing affordability.