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We're building an economy that works for everyone in a state with one of the most upside-down tax codes in the nation. Join us and learn more: opportunityinstitute.org #HealthcareForAll #TaxTheRich #ChildcareForAll
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👏👏👏 "In a country and state with so many resources, we should not let our neighbors go hungry, live outside, or suffer without health care. To make sure everyone in our community has what they need, legislators need to look at additional sources of revenue, like raising taxes on the wealthy." #WaLeg
"How do you make a meal out of that?"
Reverend Jan Bolerjack of Tukwila is seeing the effects of the government shutdown firsthand.
https://washingtonstatestandard.com/2025/11/04/washingtons-food-banks-are-stretched-thin/
Reverend Jan Bolerjack of Tukwila is seeing the effects of the government shutdown firsthand.
https://washingtonstatestandard.com/2025/11/04/washingtons-food-banks-are-stretched-thin/
November 6, 2025 at 9:49 PM
👏👏👏 "In a country and state with so many resources, we should not let our neighbors go hungry, live outside, or suffer without health care. To make sure everyone in our community has what they need, legislators need to look at additional sources of revenue, like raising taxes on the wealthy." #WaLeg
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"How do you make a meal out of that?"
Reverend Jan Bolerjack of Tukwila is seeing the effects of the government shutdown firsthand.
https://washingtonstatestandard.com/2025/11/04/washingtons-food-banks-are-stretched-thin/
Reverend Jan Bolerjack of Tukwila is seeing the effects of the government shutdown firsthand.
https://washingtonstatestandard.com/2025/11/04/washingtons-food-banks-are-stretched-thin/
November 5, 2025 at 8:39 PM
"How do you make a meal out of that?"
Reverend Jan Bolerjack of Tukwila is seeing the effects of the government shutdown firsthand.
https://washingtonstatestandard.com/2025/11/04/washingtons-food-banks-are-stretched-thin/
Reverend Jan Bolerjack of Tukwila is seeing the effects of the government shutdown firsthand.
https://washingtonstatestandard.com/2025/11/04/washingtons-food-banks-are-stretched-thin/
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Delays in food assistance are hurting real families. We’re collecting stories to show legislators the impact.
Are you, your family, or someone you care for struggling to get the benefits you need?
Share your story: bit.ly/SNAPstories925
#SNAP #GovernmentShutdown
Are you, your family, or someone you care for struggling to get the benefits you need?
Share your story: bit.ly/SNAPstories925
#SNAP #GovernmentShutdown
November 4, 2025 at 6:52 PM
Delays in food assistance are hurting real families. We’re collecting stories to show legislators the impact.
Are you, your family, or someone you care for struggling to get the benefits you need?
Share your story: bit.ly/SNAPstories925
#SNAP #GovernmentShutdown
Are you, your family, or someone you care for struggling to get the benefits you need?
Share your story: bit.ly/SNAPstories925
#SNAP #GovernmentShutdown
Washington state's wage gap continues to grow, and it's growing amid an affordability crisis impacting every corner of our state.
We see the lowest 20% of earners take home only 3% of aggregate income, while the top 5% are taking home 22%. #WALeg
Read more: www.dailyfly.com/2025/11/03/w...
We see the lowest 20% of earners take home only 3% of aggregate income, while the top 5% are taking home 22%. #WALeg
Read more: www.dailyfly.com/2025/11/03/w...
Washington State’s Poverty Rate Drops Slightly, but Income Gap Widens, Census Data Shows
SEATTLE, WA – The latest U.S. Census data shows Washington’s poverty rate declined slightly overall, but the wage gap continues to grow, leaving experts concerned about rising inequality in the state....
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November 4, 2025 at 6:35 PM
Washington state's wage gap continues to grow, and it's growing amid an affordability crisis impacting every corner of our state.
We see the lowest 20% of earners take home only 3% of aggregate income, while the top 5% are taking home 22%. #WALeg
Read more: www.dailyfly.com/2025/11/03/w...
We see the lowest 20% of earners take home only 3% of aggregate income, while the top 5% are taking home 22%. #WALeg
Read more: www.dailyfly.com/2025/11/03/w...
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Louder for everyone in the back
October 29, 2025 at 10:58 PM
Louder for everyone in the back
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Less than a week to cast your vote! Get those ballots turned in, preferably at a drop box. The federal shutdown is affecting postal delivery! Please vote and then help 5 friends to vote! You can find your nearest drop box here. kingcounty.gov/en/dept/elec...
October 29, 2025 at 9:08 PM
Less than a week to cast your vote! Get those ballots turned in, preferably at a drop box. The federal shutdown is affecting postal delivery! Please vote and then help 5 friends to vote! You can find your nearest drop box here. kingcounty.gov/en/dept/elec...
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It's more than that — the $30 pet fee, the $50 valet trash fee, the $10 convenience fee to pay rent. These are often ways landlords seek to maximize profit (often illegally) on the backs of tenants.
It's wrong, and we need to call it out every time.
It's wrong, and we need to call it out every time.
October 21, 2025 at 6:21 PM
It's more than that — the $30 pet fee, the $50 valet trash fee, the $10 convenience fee to pay rent. These are often ways landlords seek to maximize profit (often illegally) on the backs of tenants.
It's wrong, and we need to call it out every time.
It's wrong, and we need to call it out every time.
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Have you ever gone to pay your rent and there's a $3 fee on top of rent? Or maybe it costs $10 to pay with a credit card? Yeah. So that convenience/junk fee is actually illegal in several states.
Landlords do this all the time — but it's often illegal and makes the lease void.
Landlords do this all the time — but it's often illegal and makes the lease void.
October 21, 2025 at 6:21 PM
Have you ever gone to pay your rent and there's a $3 fee on top of rent? Or maybe it costs $10 to pay with a credit card? Yeah. So that convenience/junk fee is actually illegal in several states.
Landlords do this all the time — but it's often illegal and makes the lease void.
Landlords do this all the time — but it's often illegal and makes the lease void.
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Just cause the govt is shut down doesn't mean you can't call your reps.
October 20, 2025 at 6:55 PM
Just cause the govt is shut down doesn't mean you can't call your reps.
New census data shows racial earnings gap worsens in Washington. More economic inequality leads to less opportunity, increased rates of poverty, and more instability. Solutions like a progressive tax system could reverse some of these trends.
Read more: www.opportunityinstitute.org/blog/post/po...
Read more: www.opportunityinstitute.org/blog/post/po...
Opportunity for many is out of reach
New U.S. Census data shows racial earnings gap worsens in Washington
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October 14, 2025 at 11:09 PM
New census data shows racial earnings gap worsens in Washington. More economic inequality leads to less opportunity, increased rates of poverty, and more instability. Solutions like a progressive tax system could reverse some of these trends.
Read more: www.opportunityinstitute.org/blog/post/po...
Read more: www.opportunityinstitute.org/blog/post/po...
About 450,000 Washingtonians may lose health care as a result of recent federal cuts.
"We've done a great job successfully lowering our uninsurance rate, but the recent federal actions totally sabotage that," our Sam Hatzenbeler said.
Learn more: app.publicnewsservice.org/story/withou...?
"We've done a great job successfully lowering our uninsurance rate, but the recent federal actions totally sabotage that," our Sam Hatzenbeler said.
Learn more: app.publicnewsservice.org/story/withou...?
Without action, many will lose health care coverage in WA
About 450,000 Washingtonians may lose health care as a result of recent federal cuts and skyrocketing costs, according to new data. The One Big Beautiful Bill Act is projected to
app.publicnewsservice.org
September 24, 2025 at 5:12 PM
About 450,000 Washingtonians may lose health care as a result of recent federal cuts.
"We've done a great job successfully lowering our uninsurance rate, but the recent federal actions totally sabotage that," our Sam Hatzenbeler said.
Learn more: app.publicnewsservice.org/story/withou...?
"We've done a great job successfully lowering our uninsurance rate, but the recent federal actions totally sabotage that," our Sam Hatzenbeler said.
Learn more: app.publicnewsservice.org/story/withou...?
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New #Census data shows a lack of improvement in WA's poverty and uninsured rates - and also shows widening racial inequities. This data highlights the need for #WALeg to pass progressive revenue, and protect lifeline programs like #Medicaid and #SNAP.
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Lifting people out of poverty so they can meet their basic needs requires progressive revenue - Budget and Policy Center
The U.S. Census Bureau recently released new poverty data that show about one in 10 people in Washington did not have enough income to meet their basic needs in 2024. Washington’s poverty rate has rem...
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September 19, 2025 at 6:47 PM
New #Census data shows a lack of improvement in WA's poverty and uninsured rates - and also shows widening racial inequities. This data highlights the need for #WALeg to pass progressive revenue, and protect lifeline programs like #Medicaid and #SNAP.
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budgetandpolicy.org/schmudget/li...
Action Alert! 📢
The issue of premium tax credits is being leveraged in congressional debates surrounding the potential federal shutdown.
This is likely our only chance to prevent 80k Washingtonians from losing coverage! Sign now: secure.everyaction.com/vLVkMy3HaEm6...
The issue of premium tax credits is being leveraged in congressional debates surrounding the potential federal shutdown.
This is likely our only chance to prevent 80k Washingtonians from losing coverage! Sign now: secure.everyaction.com/vLVkMy3HaEm6...
Tell Congress: It's Time to Extend the Enhanced Premium Tax Credits!
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September 18, 2025 at 7:29 PM
Action Alert! 📢
The issue of premium tax credits is being leveraged in congressional debates surrounding the potential federal shutdown.
This is likely our only chance to prevent 80k Washingtonians from losing coverage! Sign now: secure.everyaction.com/vLVkMy3HaEm6...
The issue of premium tax credits is being leveraged in congressional debates surrounding the potential federal shutdown.
This is likely our only chance to prevent 80k Washingtonians from losing coverage! Sign now: secure.everyaction.com/vLVkMy3HaEm6...
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Yesterday's Supreme Court decision endangers our communities and subjects people to immigration stops simply because of the color of their skin, occupation, or the language they speak.
This fight isn't over. Our right to live free from racial profiling is fundamental.
This fight isn't over. Our right to live free from racial profiling is fundamental.
September 9, 2025 at 1:05 PM
Yesterday's Supreme Court decision endangers our communities and subjects people to immigration stops simply because of the color of their skin, occupation, or the language they speak.
This fight isn't over. Our right to live free from racial profiling is fundamental.
This fight isn't over. Our right to live free from racial profiling is fundamental.
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We are hiring for a Digital Media Manager! Please share with any creative progressive politicos, creators, and social media experts you know!
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Fuse Washington is now hiring for the position of Digital Media Manager in Seattle. Apply today.
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August 25, 2025 at 5:32 PM
We are hiring for a Digital Media Manager! Please share with any creative progressive politicos, creators, and social media experts you know!
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@eoionline.bsky.social recent affordability report calls out possible new revenue sources btw www.opportunityinstitute.org/affordabilit...
Progressive revenue can increase affordability for working families.
What public investments will improve the everyday lives of Washingtonians and offer access to real opportunities to thrive?
www.opportunityinstitute.org
August 16, 2025 at 10:14 PM
@eoionline.bsky.social recent affordability report calls out possible new revenue sources btw www.opportunityinstitute.org/affordabilit...
If you believe in a Washington where fairness, care, and opportunity are the foundation of our economy, now is the time to join us as a Policy Wonk Funder.
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August 15, 2025 at 6:52 PM
If you believe in a Washington where fairness, care, and opportunity are the foundation of our economy, now is the time to join us as a Policy Wonk Funder.
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Social Security is an economic necessity: The median household nearing retirement has only $10,000 in retirement savings—and nearly half of families have none at all.
The Trump administration is putting these essential benefits in danger.
We need to protect our checks!
The Trump administration is putting these essential benefits in danger.
We need to protect our checks!
August 15, 2025 at 4:52 PM
Social Security is an economic necessity: The median household nearing retirement has only $10,000 in retirement savings—and nearly half of families have none at all.
The Trump administration is putting these essential benefits in danger.
We need to protect our checks!
The Trump administration is putting these essential benefits in danger.
We need to protect our checks!
#KnowYourRights: Washington state's paid sick and safe time law now covers paid time off for immigration proceedings for you or a loved one.
#waleg
#waleg
August 13, 2025 at 10:26 PM
#KnowYourRights: Washington state's paid sick and safe time law now covers paid time off for immigration proceedings for you or a loved one.
#waleg
#waleg
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26 year-olds who are no longer eligible for their family’s ACA plan are faced with the complexity of picking a policy and by the accompanying price tags, with many go without insurance in a health system where the rate for an emergency room visit can be thousands of dollars.
Health Insurance Laws Have Led to a Grim Milestone for Young People: Turning 26
As the GOP erodes the ACA, people who reach the cutoff age hit an insurance cliff if their jobs don’t provide coverage.
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August 11, 2025 at 8:15 PM
26 year-olds who are no longer eligible for their family’s ACA plan are faced with the complexity of picking a policy and by the accompanying price tags, with many go without insurance in a health system where the rate for an emergency room visit can be thousands of dollars.
Our health care system is not a bargaining chip to be siphoned off to make more money for the ultra-rich. HR 1 is an immoral bill with devastating effects in WA.
Lawmakers have an opportunity to leverage current resources to protect critical services for our most heavily impacted community members.
Lawmakers have an opportunity to leverage current resources to protect critical services for our most heavily impacted community members.
Adviser to governor warns residents could lose health care 'immediately' due to federal changes
As state officials continue to assess how provisions in the recently passed “One Big Beautiful Bill” will impact the health care of Washingtonians, a senior adviser to Gov. Bob Ferguson warned this we...
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August 8, 2025 at 4:28 PM
Our health care system is not a bargaining chip to be siphoned off to make more money for the ultra-rich. HR 1 is an immoral bill with devastating effects in WA.
Lawmakers have an opportunity to leverage current resources to protect critical services for our most heavily impacted community members.
Lawmakers have an opportunity to leverage current resources to protect critical services for our most heavily impacted community members.
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Other countries have universal healthcare. Why should Americans have to go into debt for getting cancer?
I simply believe that average American deserves healthcare instead of going into debt so a billionaire in a penthouse can get richer.
That’s common sense.
I simply believe that average American deserves healthcare instead of going into debt so a billionaire in a penthouse can get richer.
That’s common sense.
August 6, 2025 at 2:52 PM
Other countries have universal healthcare. Why should Americans have to go into debt for getting cancer?
I simply believe that average American deserves healthcare instead of going into debt so a billionaire in a penthouse can get richer.
That’s common sense.
I simply believe that average American deserves healthcare instead of going into debt so a billionaire in a penthouse can get richer.
That’s common sense.
Join our friends @seiu6.bsky.social on July 26 as people in every corner of the country come together to say: our families come first — not billionaires, not authoritarians, and not corrupt politicians.
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Families First with SEIU and Friends in Seattle, Washington! · Mobilize
On July 26, Americans in every corner of the country will come together in peaceful marches, rallies, and actions to say: our families come first—not billionaires, not authoritarians, and not corrupt ...
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July 17, 2025 at 10:36 PM
Join our friends @seiu6.bsky.social on July 26 as people in every corner of the country come together to say: our families come first — not billionaires, not authoritarians, and not corrupt politicians.
More info: www.mobilize.us/mobilize/eve...
More info: www.mobilize.us/mobilize/eve...
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"Everyone should pitch in, including the wealthiest people & corporations, so all of us can have thriving communities." Read on how corp. special interests got the final say in the budget (Ft. B&PC's Exec. Dir. Goss, @balanceourtaxcode.bsky.social, @eoionline.bsky.social & @investwanow.bsky.social)
Corporate interests shouldn’t take precedence over everyday people in WA’s budget • Washington State Standard
COMMENTARY | Washington's tax code can only be described as upside-down and rigged to benefit those with the most.
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July 10, 2025 at 6:27 PM
"Everyone should pitch in, including the wealthiest people & corporations, so all of us can have thriving communities." Read on how corp. special interests got the final say in the budget (Ft. B&PC's Exec. Dir. Goss, @balanceourtaxcode.bsky.social, @eoionline.bsky.social & @investwanow.bsky.social)