WA: Civic Engagement & Voting
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …