WA: Social Justice
Annual farmworkers march supports WA tulip harvesters
An annual march for farmworkers' rights is being held Sunday in northwest Washington. This year, marchers are focusing on the conditions for local …
As Black Maternal Health Week ends, health disparities persist
While Black Maternal Health Week is wrapping up, health disparities for pregnant Black women continues to be an issue. From April 11-17 this year…
Tendencia de participación de funcionarios electorales se extiende por décadas
Un nuevo informe profundiza en la rotación de funcionarios electorales durante más de dos décadas. Dice que las tasas han aumentado …
Report: Election official turnover trend stretches two decades
A new report dives into election official turnover during more than two decades. It says rates have increased steadily nationwide since 2000…
WA's new ballot curing law ensures state 'counts every voter'
The process for correcting ballot errors is set to become easier this year thanks to a bill passed in Olympia this session. Lawmakers unanimously …
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…
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 …
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 …
Report: WA children of color continue to experience inequities
Washington state's kids see disparities in well-being across racial groups. That's according to the Race for Results report from the Annie E…
AFT grants to WA help communities find local education solutions
The American Federation of Teachers is partnering with organizations around the country to promote community solutions to the issues education is faci…
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 …
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 …