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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

After $12.5B in New Taxes, Lawmakers Are Already Back for Another Bite

Washington’s budget crisis didn’t come out of nowhere. After more than a decade of explosive spending growth — the kind that consistently outpaced population and inflation — lawmakers in Olympia are now stunned to discover that revenue is falling short of expectations. The surprise is hard to take seriously. When government grows this fast for...

Building the Infrastructure to Change Washington—Starting in Clark County

Project 42 appreciates your interest in the infrastructure we are building in Clark County and across the state that will help educate citizens on key issues and encourage engagement in a variety of ways. Our Clark County Project was launched to lead the way in advocating for policy solutions at the local level which promote...

Strong Kickoff, Stronger Community — Clark County Update: Dec. 2025

Clark County Future 42 hosted its kickoff event this week. The sold-out event featured Emmy-Award winning emcee, Brandi Kruse, and Tracy Doriot (founder and senior partner of Doriot Construction) as the keynote speaker on the affordability crisis, along with Steve Gordon, Dann Mead Smith, and Leslie Lewallen – the Director of the Clark County Future 42 Chapter. Over 130...

[un]Divided: Washington state sues Trump over its own homeless crisis

In his 45th lawsuit against the Trump administration so far this year, Washington AG Nick Brown is suing over new restrictions the federal government wants to place on homeless housing. Follow unDivided across platforms and subscribe to support the show: unDividedPod.com.

By Brandi Kruse

Spokesman Review op-ed: If transparency matters on climate data, Washington state should lead by example

The Spokesman-Review published an op-ed by Jackson Maynard and Todd Myers highlighting Washington’s failure to release legally required greenhouse-gas emissions data — and the lawsuit filed by Citizens Action Defense Fund (CADF) to compel transparency. From the column: For years, state officials have demanded transparency from businesses and individuals on climate policy, but refuse to...

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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

After $12.5B in New Taxes, Lawmakers Are Already Back for Another Bite

After $12.5B in New Taxes, Lawmakers Are Already Back for Another Bite

Building the Infrastructure to Change Washington—Starting in Clark County

Building the Infrastructure to Change Washington—Starting in Clark County

Strong Kickoff, Stronger Community — Clark County Update: Dec. 2025

Strong Kickoff, Stronger Community — Clark County Update: Dec. 2025

[un]Divided: Washington state sues Trump over its own homeless crisis

[un]Divided: Washington state sues Trump over its own homeless crisis

Spokesman Review op-ed: If transparency matters on climate data, Washington state should lead by example

Spokesman Review op-ed: If transparency matters on climate data, Washington state should lead by example