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Gregoire can bring lawmakers to Olympia, but what will they do?
Gov. Gregoire has said she will call a special session on the budget. The details still need to be worked out by legislators, and the talks may not be going well.
Politics
Legislature likely to leave some pink slips before holidays
Halfway through their special session, lawmakers aren't following Gov. Chris Gregoire's suggestions for budget action. But some action can be expected before Christmas.
Politics
Democrats tied in knots while voters look for clear solutions
Voters are worried about jobs, taxes, and government spending. Democrats will finish with mixed messages, time spent doing favors for political allies, and successes that may be hard to explain to a worried electorate.