Topless transgender politician defeats recall effort

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A Washington state politician who went topless at a rally for transgender individuals won’t be kicked out of office, after a ruling by the state Supreme Court. A recall petition sought to oust Lucy Lauser from the

Op-Ed: The Narratives and realities of an income tax

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The power of narratives is compelling. Humans trust story tellers and respond to stories more than facts. But, narratives can manipulate the public into supporting misguided policies with dire consequences. In Washington state, such narratives often go