Austin Jenkins
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Inslee plans to head to snowy New Hampshire to test possible presidential run
Washington Gov. Jay Inslee will take his most visible step yet towards a possible bid for president when he visits New Hampshire, the first-in-the...
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Inslee calls for action on climate change, mental health and orcas in State of the State address
Warning that Washington state is at a "tipping point," Democratic Gov. Jay Inslee on Tuesday delivered a State of the State address that called on...
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State Sen. Kevin Ranker resigns amidst workplace conduct investigation
Washington state Sen. Kevin Ranker, an Orcas Island Democrat, has resigned his seat in the midst of a workplace conduct investigation. In a letter to...
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Two decades after it was banished, a movement arises to restore affirmative action in Washington
Two decades ago, Washington voters overwhelming adopted an initiative that effectively banned affirmative action programs in the state. That could soon change.
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State legislature investigating Sen. Kevin Ranker for workplace misconduct
Washington state Sen. Kevin Ranker, an Orcas Island Democrat best known for his work on environmental issues, has confirmed that he is under investigation for alleged workplace misconduct involving a former employee.
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Gov. Inslee proposes big boost in state spending, new capital gains tax
Inslee's ambitious proposed spending includes orca recovery, public schools, homelessness services and mental health.
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Inside Inslee's proposed budget: A new, 500-bed mental hospital to replace Western State
Washington Gov. Jay Inslee is taking the first step toward a plan to help house and treat psychiatric patients who have been involved in the criminal justice system: a new, 500-bed state mental hospital.
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Sexual harassment workgroup recommends new independent office to investigate misconduct
Following eight months of meetings, a workgroup on the prevention of sexual harassment in the Washington state House is recommending the formation of an independent office where victims could report misconduct.
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Gov. Jay Inslee all but announces presidential run in phone interview this week
Washington Gov. Jay Inslee has raised more than $112,000 since October for a federal political action committee (PAC) that will allow him to explore a possible run for president in 2020.
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Exotic dancers want more on-the-job protections in Washington state
Aubrey Watkins has worked as an exotic dancer for 20 years, which has allowed her to raise three sons and pay for college tuition.