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EDITORIALS
Tax incentives bring value
In the face of our rising budget deficit, Gov. Gregoire is calling on state agencies to become more streamlined and innovative. At the same time, some interest groups are scrambling to increase tax revenues. But raising taxes is difficult, because the voter-approved I-1053 requires a two-thirds vote to increase taxes. Consequently, some legislators are once again targeting so-called “tax loopholes.”
RAMBLE ON
Support a great local ambassador
If you haven’t had the pleasure of getting to know Kylie Kooistra, I urge you to take an opportunity to do so on Saturday, Feb. 4.
Some modest policing suggestions
While I don’t intend to make this column sound like a criticism of our local police officers, I’m afraid it may come across that way. So I just want to say up front that I believe we have a police department full of dedicated officers and administrators who are concerned about our community and who want to do their best.
Tuned out on upcoming election
Ioften have people ask me what I think about the upcoming Presidential election.
YOUR TURN
Make a difference for our schools
“Make a Difference Day” coming up this weekend is a great opportunity to make a positive impact in our community. Another great way to make a difference in the success of our community and its members is to join your local school board.
Innovation is key to American success
Some prominent economists tell us we are starting to come out of the worst recession since the Great Depression, but many worry the uptick won’t last.
What happens without space shuttle?
If all goes as planned, Vancouver teacher-astronaut Dottie Metcalf-Lindenburger will be on board Space Shuttle Discovery when it lifts off next March 10. It may be the last time she flies in space because the current shuttle flights end in 2010. The replacement orbiter, the Constellation, may not fly until 2014 at the earliest.
