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How Snohomish County State Lawmakers Voted on Tax Increases in 2025

Our state legislators began legislative session in Olympia on Monday, January 12th, and there has already been a flurry of discussion on the need for tax increases and even new taxes such as an income tax which will be proposed this session. This comes on the heels of the largest tax increase in state history...

How Clark County State Lawmakers Voted on Tax Increases in 2025

Our state legislators in Clark County began legislative session Monday, January 12th, and there has already been a flurry of discussion on the need for tax increases and even new taxes such as an income tax which has been proposed and endorsed by Governor Ferguson. This comes on the heels of the largest tax increase...

Income tax in the henhouse

Why Washington Shouldn’t Trust Olympia with an Income Tax

Washington lawmakers aren’t finished reaching into your wallet — and Gov. Bob Ferguson is no longer pretending otherwise. Recent reporting from [un]Divided’s Brandi Kruse brought renewed attention to Democrats’s long-standing support for a state income tax, cutting through years of alternating between denials to warm embracefrom Olympia’s political leadership. While income taxes have repeatedly been...

[un]Divided: Democrats hope voters will fall for a ‘Millionaires’ Tax’

Democrats think they can get Washington voters to pass an income tax by disguising it as a tax on the rich. Follow unDivided across platforms and subscribe to support the show: unDividedpod.com.

By Brandi Kruse

Seattle Times Op-Ed: Washington state budget – A spending problem?

Nate Nehring, member of the Snohomish County council and Future 42 Snohomish County director, was featured in the Seattle Times with an op-ed about how budget shortfalls are the result over overspending, not a lack of revenue. From the article: Despite the largest tax increase in Washington’s history, we continue to hear from legislators that...

Washington’s Somali-Run Daycare Scandal Raises Serious Questions About Oversight, Accountability, and Taxpayer Trust

A major fraud scandal involving taxpayer-funded daycare and healthcare organizations serving Minneapolis’s Somali community is now raising serious concerns in Washington state. Following an investigation by Ryan Thorpe and Christopher F. Rufo for City Journal and an exposé by citizen journalist Nick Shirley about widespread fraud in Minnesota, evidence is emerging that the same kind...

Airing Grievances — and Looking Forward 🕯️

As the year comes to a close, we want to take a moment to thank you for being part of the Future 42 community. This has been a challenging year for many Washington families. Rising costs, concerns about public safety, and growing frustration with the direction of state policy have made it clear that thoughtful,...

We got a LOTTA problems with you, Governor

Gov Fergusion: Naughty or Nice?

Washington’s Rainy Day Fund Ranks 49th — That Matters Now More than Ever

Washington communities are once again facing the reality of severe flooding — homes damaged, roads washed out, families displaced, and local governments stretched thin. First responders, emergency management teams, public works crews, and volunteers across the state have stepped up in extraordinary ways, working long hours to protect lives and property. They deserve sincere thanks...

What to Know About AltaGas’ Ferndale Terminal Project and What Comes Next

Many in Whatcom County have heard about recent activity at the AltaGas / ALA Energy Ferndale Terminal, located in the Cherry Point industrial area near Ferndale. This overview provides context on the project and the permitting process now underway, and why it has drawn attention and support from the community. A Major Investment in an...

Flood Recovery in Whatcom County – Here’s How You Can Help

Severe flooding has impacted communities across Whatcom County, leaving many residents facing damage, displacement, and uncertainty. We want to start by thanking first responders, emergency management teams, public works crews, and local volunteers who have stepped up immediately to protect people, pets and property and support recovery and clean-up efforts. If you or someone you know needs...

[un]Divided: Seattle Little League billed $120,000 to play at run down public ballfields

Despite passing record taxes to upkeep parks, Seattle is charging youth teams six figures to play on public ballfields. Yet the city is still failing to keep them in good shape. Follow unDivided across platforms and subscribe to support the show at unDividedpod.com.

By Brandi Kruse

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How Snohomish County State Lawmakers Voted on Tax Increases in 2025

How Snohomish County State Lawmakers Voted on Tax Increases in 2025

How Clark County State Lawmakers Voted on Tax Increases in 2025

How Clark County State Lawmakers Voted on Tax Increases in 2025

Income tax in the henhouse

Income tax in the henhouse

Why Washington Shouldn’t Trust Olympia with an Income Tax

Why Washington Shouldn’t Trust Olympia with an Income Tax

[un]Divided: Democrats hope voters will fall for a ‘Millionaires’ Tax’

[un]Divided: Democrats hope voters will fall for a ‘Millionaires’ Tax’

Seattle Times Op-Ed: Washington state budget – A spending problem?

Seattle Times Op-Ed: Washington state budget – A spending problem?

Washington’s Somali-Run Daycare Scandal Raises Serious Questions About Oversight, Accountability, and Taxpayer Trust

Washington’s Somali-Run Daycare Scandal Raises Serious Questions About Oversight, Accountability, and Taxpayer Trust

Airing Grievances — and Looking Forward 🕯️

Airing Grievances — and Looking Forward 🕯️

We got a LOTTA problems with you, Governor

We got a LOTTA problems with you, Governor

Gov Fergusion: Naughty or Nice?

Gov Fergusion: Naughty or Nice?

Washington’s Rainy Day Fund Ranks 49th — That Matters Now More than Ever

Washington’s Rainy Day Fund Ranks 49th — That Matters Now More than Ever

What to Know About AltaGas’ Ferndale Terminal Project and What Comes Next

What to Know About AltaGas’ Ferndale Terminal Project and What Comes Next

Flood Recovery in Whatcom County – Here’s How You Can Help

Flood Recovery in Whatcom County – Here’s How You Can Help

[un]Divided: Seattle Little League billed $120,000 to play at run down public ballfields

[un]Divided: Seattle Little League billed $120,000 to play at run down public ballfields