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It’s not just the increased taxes that are driving businesses away
There is a lot of talk about companies leaving Washington because of the capital gains tax (passed in the last few years) and the punitive income tax this year, but this is not the only reason.Speaking with a financial…
Simple charts can empower and inform local voters
New Hampshire’s cherished tradition of self-government has become eroded by the ever-increasing complexity of modern government. It is eroded further by the practice of sharing only very limited information with voters before…
There is no such thing as a ‘free’ lunch, and an income tax isn’t more palatable because it offers one
Gov. Bob Ferguson says he supports the latest version of a bill that would create an unconstitutional income tax in Washington state, moving it close to the finish line. Supporters, including Ferguson, want people to believe…
High Tech Leaders Plea for Income Tax Delay
The following message was sent to the Legislature on Sunday from key tech leaders in Washington. The letter speaks for itself. Legislators, The decision you make in these final days of a short legislative session could…
Many remain skeptical of WA House's revised income tax bill
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Revenue diversion has shortchanged highway preservation and maintenance
Legislators seem to becoming aware of the poor condition of the state highway system, which has been deteriorating for years. This was highlighted by recent bridge closures, including the temporary closure of the SR 169…
Governor Ferguson Has Abandoned His Own Tax Relief Demands
Governor Ferguson announced today that he will sign the latest version of what supporters are calling the "Millionaires' Tax," a politically convenient label for a state income tax. If signed, this governor…
New Moody’s Rating
"Every dollar above what's needed for sound fiscal management is a dollar collected from Montana families and not returned. That’s not conservative governance — it's overcollection." The following has been…
WA Cares needs to clarify union membership rules for family caregivers
Washington state’s new long-term care program, WA Cares, will soon allow family members to be paid for providing care to loved ones. A pilot program is about to begin, and a group of people could become eligible to use the …
WA Cares needs to clarify family caregivers needn’t be union members
Washington state’s new long-term care program, WA Cares, will soon allow family members to be paid for providing care to loved ones. A pilot program is about to begin, and a group of people could become eligible to use the …
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