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Legislative Session Recap 2018: Progressive Wins and Losses

Our work to move Washington forward is finally paying off! 

Last November, we flipped control of the state Senate to Democrats when progressive voters in the 45th legislative district elected Senator Manka Dhingra. The impact was crystal clear! Our shared victory empowered the Legislature to pass important reforms on voting rights, women’s health, LGBTQ rights, gun violence prevention, and more. 

Thank you to every Fuse member who sent messages, called, donated, and demanded action!  

Janus V. AFSCME 31: Putting Working People First

From SeaTac fast food workers demanding a $15 hourly minimum wage and a union to public sector employees pushing for fully-funded education, Washington’s unionized workers have stood up for our communities and our right to thrive in our democracy.

Rep. Kristine Reeves Earns "Legislator of the Week" Award

Fuse Washington Recognizes Representative Kristine Reeves as a Champion for Working Families in Olympia

Sen. Rebecca Saldaña Earns "Legislator of the Week" Award

Senator Saldaña (D-Renton) Is Leading Efforts to Strengthen Our Democracy

Fuse Washington named Sen. Rebecca Saldaña (D-Renton) as the "Legislator of the Week" for her swift action to ensure that Washington’s government remains of, by, and for the people.

The Fuse Fix: How To Make A Difference This Week

Thanks for checking out this week's edition of the Fuse Fix! You can find our video rundown of the week's best ways to take action here:  https://www.facebook.com/FuseWashington/videos/10156028037927103/

Here are the links to the actions we mentioned in the video:

What are CHIP, DACA, and the DREAM Act, anyway?

As progressives, it is our duty to remind congressional Republicans and Democrats alike that there are some issues that should never be up for political debate.

One Person, One Vote: The Need to Modernize Our Local Elections

Our democracy is strongest when everyone is engaged and has an opportunity to make their voice heard.

Voters have provided leadership during recent years of legislative gridlock by passing important progressive ballot measures. With Olympia stymied, voters have increasingly taken matters into their own hands at the ballot box by passing ballot measures on marriage equality, marijuana legalization, gun safety, paid sick leave and more.

High Hopes for Bold Leadership in Olympia

We're ready for a state Legislature that shows bold leadership and drives forward and progressive agenda that works for all of us.

The Air We Breathe

Across our state, Washingtonians are all paying the price for pollution - from extreme forest fires and droughts ravaging our farmlands to toxic air and water. These impacts are real for all of us. Every Eastern Washington resident can tell you about the fear of their home being burnt down, and every driver stuck behind a dirty diesel truck can tell you about the toxic fumes. However, some communities shoulder much more of the impact than others.