John Braun commentary: A state income tax is illegal, but don’t expect that to stop Democrats

Posted 11/26/25

Our state’s Democratic legislators have a long list of tax dreams. It’s safe to say a state income tax is at the top of their list, even though Washington voters have repeatedly said no …

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Opinion: Support our rural libraries by voting for Timberland levy lid lift

Opinion: Washington’s I-645 — repealing the new 9.9% income tax

Commentary: Montana, Idaho, Wyoming and Washington show key strategies for effective wildfire funding

Opinion: Taxpayer money for government employee compensation demands real transparency

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