Here’s a taste of the tug-of-war that lawmakers are living right now…

Today, full page ad in the Olympian: 31 mostly out-of-state economists sign a Washington Policy Center ad urging lawmakers not to raise taxes because it “will thwart the state’s economic recovery. Leaving earnings in the hands of individuals and businesses is the best way to help grow the private sector, create jobs and lead to higher levels of consumption”

Today, l etter from 27 religious leaders across the state: “We call upon you, as we call upon the members of our faith communities, to join us in an effort to raise revenues , recognizing that we live in a state with wealth and resources.”