WA: Civic Engagement & Voting
Ballot measures backed by conservatives could give blow to WA budget
While three initiatives received the go-ahead to appear on Washington's November ballot at the end the legislative session last week, three that have …
AI could help spread misinformation during 2024 election
The rise of artificial intelligence is raising alarm bells for election officials in Washington state and across the country. Before the New …
WA bill allowing even-year local elections could lift voter turnout
Lawmakers in Olympia are considering a measure to significantly boost voter turnout in local elections. House Bill 1932 would allow cities and towns …
Empresas con influencia extranjera donan grandes cantidades a elecciones
Un informe analizó el impacto del dinero de corporaciones con influencia extranjera en las elecciones en seis estados. Washington encabezó …
Report: Foreign-influenced companies give big in WA elections
A report analyzed the impact of money from foreign-influenced corporations on elections in six states. Washington topped the list for most donations…
WA voting rights bill for people in prison would ‘restore humanity'
Legislation in Olympia could give people in Washington prisons their voting rights. House Bill 2030, known as the Free the Vote Act, would allow …
WA organization connects people across political divides
Americans are deeply divided on political issues. One organization is attempting to bridge this gap. The group Braver Angels brings together people …
Over Veterans Day weekend, tribute paid to Medal of Honor recipients
Medal of Honor recipients will be honored this weekend for Veteran's Day. The Medal of Honor is the highest award in the nation for valor on the …
WA lawmakers 'declutter' ballots with repeal of advisory votes
For the first time in more than a decade, Washington residents will not see advisory votes on their ballots in this year's elections. Advisory votes …
Research links faster postal service to higher voter turnout
When the postal service works better, people are more likely to vote - according to new research. The study published in the Election Law Journal …
Washingtonians Out of Prison Can Participate in Voter Registration Day
It is national voter registration day and one population in Washington state has only recently had their right to vote restored: people who were incar…
Campaign Finance Watchdogs Support WA Disclosure Law in Meta Case
Campaign-finance watchdog groups are standing up in favor of Washington's disclosure law in court. Facebook parent company Meta has challenged the …