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
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 🕯️
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,...
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
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...
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
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...
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
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...
Another Ferguson Transparency Failure Emerges in Center Square Investigation
Another Ferguson Transparency Failure Emerges in Center Square Investigation
Recently uncovered records reported by The Center Square expose a troubling pattern: During his time as Attorney General, and now as Governor, Bob Ferguson has consistently fallen short of the transparency and accountability standards he loudly proclaims. In 2023, the Washington State Bar Association opened a confidential investigation into Ferguson’s office of the Attorney General...
Snohomish County Delivered: 60+ New Leaders Elected & $1,000 Tax Hike Defeated!
Snohomish County Delivered: 60+ New Leaders Elected & $1,000 Tax Hike Defeated!
2025 SNOHOMISH COUNTY ELECTION RESULTS Future 42 Snohomish County, in conjunction with League of Our Own WA, recruited and/or trained 90+ male and female candidates for local office in Snohomish County this year. If current results hold, at least 60 of those candidates will have won their General Election race. A recap is below. In the...
Edmonds City Council to Vote on Raising Sales Tax to Highest Rate in the State
Edmonds City Council to Vote on Raising Sales Tax to Highest Rate in the State
Update: Since the time of this post, the vote on the sales tax increase has twice been delayed. At their public meeting this Wednesday, November 12th at 6:00pm, the Edmonds City Council will be holding a vote on a proposal to increase the city’s sales tax rate for “cultural access” to the arts. This will be...
Your ballot’s here—make your voice count by Nov 4!
Your ballot’s here—make your voice count by Nov 4!
Washington voters are making their voices heard in the 2025 local elections. By now, you should have received your ballot in the mail — and this one matters more than most. Local elections decide the policies that hit closest to home: 🏡 Your property taxes — and whether they keep rising faster than your paycheck. 🚸...
$200M ‘Equity’ Program Exposed: How WA Tax Dollars Fueled a Cash Grab
$200M ‘Equity’ Program Exposed: How WA Tax Dollars Fueled a Cash Grab
Washington’s Community Reinvestment Program was created by the Legislature in 2022 as a state-funded, taxpayer-backed “equity” initiative under the Department of Commerce — meant to help people of color buy homes, build small businesses, and create generational wealth. Instead, as Brandi Kruse reports in unDivided, it’s now under investigation for self-dealing, favoritism, and financial abuse. A whistleblower’s 10-month investigation revealed...
Once in a decade election for Snohomish County Charter Review Commission will occur on Nov. 4th – ballots arriving now
Once in a decade election for Snohomish County Charter Review Commission will occur on Nov. 4th – ballots arriving now
This weekend, Snohomish County voters will receive their ballots for the 2025 General Election. Among other races, this ballot will include the opportunity to select three candidates to represent you on the Snohomish County Charter Review Commission. What is the Charter Review Commission? Snohomish County is a charter county. The charter is the highest law...
Big Decisions Ahead for Clark County Voters — Ballots Are Here!
Big Decisions Ahead for Clark County Voters — Ballots Are Here!
Clark County voters will be receiving their ballot this weekend for the 2025 General Election. Residents in several municipalities will be voting on several key propositions and amendments. For all county residents, this ballot will include the opportunity to select three candidates to represent you on the Clark County Charter Review Commission. Proposed Vancouver Charter...
Understanding the Whatcom County Charter Amendments on Your November Ballot
Understanding the Whatcom County Charter Amendments on Your November Ballot
As ballots arrive today or over the weekend, Whatcom County voters are being asked to decide on 12 proposed amendments to the County Charter, which will appear on the ballot as Propositions 1 through 12. These measures range from minor housekeeping updates to significant changes in how our local government operates. At Future 42, our mission is...
State Economist Debunks Lawmakers’ Excuses as Washington’s Budget Hole Deepens
State Economist Debunks Lawmakers’ Excuses as Washington’s Budget Hole Deepens
Washington state’s budget picture is darkening by the day, and no amount of finger-pointing in Olympia can hide it. The Economic and Revenue Forecast Council (ERFC) just released another revenue update, projecting nearly $900 million less coming into state coffers over the next four years. That’s on top of what was already shaping up to...