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The Chronicle: Our Views: Braun, Republicans Protect Constituents From Tax-Happy Dems
June 7, 2017Our Views: Braun, Republicans Protect Constituents From Tax-Happy Dems By The Chronicle Editorial Board Jun 6, 2017 Democrats in Olympia have rarely found a problem they couldn’t solve by taking more of your money. In the years before Republicans took control of the Senate with the Majority Coalition Caucus, Democrats held control of both ... Read MoreThe Spokesman-Review: Control of Washington Senate could come down to King County race
June 1, 2017Control of Washington Senate could come down to King County race BY JIM CAMDEN A special legislative race in suburban King County has all the markings of a campaign that will set spending records and attract national attention. It’s an off-year election to take the place of popular and well-respected Sen. Andy Hill, a Republican who for much of his ... Read MoreThe News Tribune: Ad says Republican plan would hurt schools. We fact-check the claims
June 1, 2017“False. While the Senate budget… the net change in funding under the GOP plan — even after factoring in decreases in local levy rates — is still an increase.” Ad says Republican plan would hurt schools. We fact-check the claims BY MELISSA SANTOS With rallies at the Capitol and ads on the radio, the statewide teachers union has been hammering Republicans’ ... Read MoreIssues
Creating Jobs, Getting the Economy Back on Track
We’re working to grow the economy by keeping taxes low, reducing government regulations and supporting private investment.
Responsible State Budgeting
While the Democrats keep pressing to spend more than the state can afford, we passed a four-year balanced budget requirement and oppose new general tax increases.
Keeping Taxes Low; Respecting the Voters
Democrats repealed the voter-approved 2/3rds requirement to raise taxes. We support the 2/3rds requirement to keep government spending in check.
Improving Our Schools, Making College More Affordable
We added $3 billion in new education funding and cut college tuition for the first time in state history.