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Gonzaga hosting Senate debate as one of 4 statewide matchups
U.S. Senate candidates debate in Spokane next month.
U.S. Sen. Murray faces challenge from former Washington state GOP Chairman Vance
Democrat Patty Murray seeks her fifth term in the U.S. Senate. This year’s challenger is former state Republican Party chairman Chris Vance.
AG Ferguson has experience edge
Bob Ferguson came into office promising to be a staunch protector of consumers, and he has taken on some powerful entities. He has also followed through on his vow to advocate for open government.
Kim Wyman, the only Republican in statewide office in Washington, works to hold off challenge from Tina Podlodowski
OLYMPIA – Republicans have overseen Washington state elections for more than 50 years despite Democrats dominating most other statewide offices. Secretary of State Kim Wyman is the lone statewide elected Republican for Washington state and the entire continental West Coast.
Carder, Ormsby fight to represent
Incumbent Timm Ormsby faces Republican Laura Carder in the 3rd Legislative District.
Shawn Vestal: Across country, Republicans turning to McMorris Rodgers to raise millions of dollars
McMorris Rodgers has raised $8.6 million in this election cycle, and passed on $3.2 million for fellow House members and candidates.
Libertarian hopes to wrest Washington AG’s office from Democrats
Democrat incumbent Bob Ferguson is running for a second term against Joshua Trumbull, an Arlington attorney and Libertarian.
Leaner STA plan deserves a chance
The STA board has put together a reasonable package that favors practicality over flash. We recommend a yes vote on Proposition 1.
Washington employees rally for higher wages
Hundreds of state employees rally in Olympia for better wages and benefits.
Unexpected visitor watches as state workers rally at Capitol
State workers rally for higher wages and better benefits in the Capitol Rotunda as GOP gubernatorial hopeful Bill Bryant watches and chats with union members.
Washington, Idaho elections can’t be hacked, officials say
Federal officials asking states to step up election security but Washington and Idaho officials believe their systems are secure.
Spin Control: Spokane could have two holidays honoring Native Americans
Does Spokane need an Indigenous Peoples Day when the state already has Native American Heritage Day?
Trump coming to Everett Tuesday. Maybe.
Donald Trump will campaign in Everett after raising money in the Seattle area on Tuesday, the Everett Herald is reporting.
Where the primary votes were in Spokane
Final results from Spokane County for the 2016 state primary shows where the vote totals were highest.
Sunday Spin 2: One other debate note
A bullet dodged with the open mic.
Spin Control: Who won Wednesday’s secretary of state debate? Beats me
The last person to tell you who won a political debate is the moderator.
Who won the Wyman-Podlodowski debate? I don’t know
The last person to tell you who won a political debate is the moderator.
Today’s unusual campaign Tweet
Bill Bryant’s gubernatorial campaign has superimposed Gov. Jay Inslee in a strange place.
Elway poll: Voters split on November intiatives
Three of six ballot initiatives in the November election would fail if voting were held today, a new poll suggests.
Bryant, Inslee clash on economy and schools in Spokane debate
Gov. Jay Inslee and challenger Bill Bryant argue over education, the economy and the proposed Spokane Tribe casino project during their debate at Spokane Falls Community College.