Politics
How the sales tax is failing Washington's schools
Taxing services could deliver us from our education woes.
Dick Nelson
Dick Nelson is a former Washington State legislator. He currently contributes to the public debate on state and local fiscal issues through research and commentary. As when he was in the legislature,
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Politics
Tax reform? There's a DIY movement for that
Tired of waiting around for legislators to update our regressive tax code? How to take matters into your own hands.
Politics
New city transportation head: Can he match the city's goals with its resources?
We often plan our transportation future as if cost were no object.
Politics
Can Oregon teach us about tax reform?
Commentary: The state's beloved governor is planning a fourth run for office alongside a major tax reform initiative. Paging Governor Jay Inslee.
Culture
You've got the wrong guy: PCC's misguided attack on GMOs
Why is the organic food co-op attacking Golden Rice when I-522 is all about labeling?