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Otter Continues To Court Washington

Idaho Gov. Butch Otter continues to “court” Washington businesses, sending personal letters to their owners that suggest they should move to the Gem State. That’s fair, Washington Gov. Chris Gregoire said Thursday, because the Evergreen State makes similar overtures to businesses in other states, including Idaho. She called foul last month when Otter sent out a blanket “love letter” to businesses in the Washington and Oregon that derided the neighboring states for tax increases. “It is not normal for governors to send a so-called love letter. Governors absolutely do contact businesses in other states,” Gregoire said/ Jim Camden , Spin Control. More here .

Question: Who would be hurt more in a border war between Washington and Idaho?

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