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Word is Rep. Helen Sommers might retire, and she's not commenting
One of Washington's most powerful politicians has been returning campaign contributions. That might not mean much at this early stage, but the Seattle Democrat, who chairs the powerful House budget committee, won't say she's definitely running again, either.
Politics
The campaign begins to legalize physician-assisted suicide
Former Washington Gov. Booth Gardner files paperwork this week to launch a signature drive to put a measure on the ballot. Gov. Chris Gregoire says she will oppose it. And proponents and opponents are organizing.
Politics
Olympia's faux-Sine-Die moment
In a pause before the special session begins, the state's three top Democrats tout the accomplishments of the regular session.