Last week, fast food workers in more than 50 cities across the nation walked off the job to protest their low wages. Workers making $7 or $8 per hour protested…
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Get answers to your insurance shopping questions
Starting in October of 2013, all Washingtonians will be able to shop for insurance using the Washington Healthplanfinder which will: •Protect consumers by making it easier to shop for health…
SCCC Maritime Academy will receive former Navy vessel
Our 36th district’s Seattle Central Community College Maritime Academy acquired a former Navy vessel, a great opportunity to expand the school’s training program for merchant mariners and help us secure…
Video: Reps. Takko and Blake tour bridge construction projects
We were all shaken by the collapse of the Skagit River Bridge back in May. Fortunately, bridges all across Washington state are undergoing critical renovations and upgrades. These improvements won’t…
IRS will recognize gay marriages in all 50 states
Gay couples all over the U.S. scored a HUGE victory yesterday. The U.S. Treasury Department and the IRS announced they would recognize same-sex married couples in all 50 states if…