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Washington's governors race is going to be a donnybrook
An early handicapping of the strengths and weaknesses of the candidates. The likely nominees still haven't honed compelling messages, giving some room for challengers.
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Ferry system to get fresh Band-Aids
Gov. Gregoire appears to have given up on the comprehensive reforms she demanded in January. San Juan Islands legislators are talking about the best session in a long time.
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McKenna attacks state's cuts to higher education
Rob McKenna, a likely candidate for the 2012 Republican nomination as governor, criticized both parties for Olympia's weakening support of the state's universities.
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State legislature moves to limit 'modern debtors' prison'
A bill, now headed to the governor for signature, removes incentives for debt-collection agencies to try to get people jailed, at least briefly, in disputes over debt repayment.
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Why state redistricting will favor the GOP
Owing to rapid suburban growth, geography works in the Repblicans' favor in redrawing the lines for Congressional and legislative seats.