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WA passes some of nation’s toughest gun laws
Initiative 1639 will enact a suite of stricter gun control laws, including raised age limits for semi-automatic firearm buyers.
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Washington voters reject carbon fees for second time
Despite a bruising loss, supporters of I-1631 vow continued fight against climate change.
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WA's midterm round-up: What went down around town
Washington voters turned out in remarkable numbers to decide some of the big issues facing the country. Crosscut’s reporters,
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State Democrats tighten hold on Olympia
With more seats to work with, the party is positioned to move on environmental policy, health care and capital gains.
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Schrier leading Rossi in WA’s hotly contested 8th District
Up by 6 points, the Eastside doctor stopped short of declaring victory.