Read up on the biggest issues, elections, and public policies that are shaping our state.
What We're Watching In Olympia This Year
The newly empowered progressive majority in the state Legislature passed sweeping reforms last year during a historically productive session. From beginning to balance our state’s upside-down tax code and passing major climate legislation to expanding voting access and increasing law enforcement accountability, the 2021 session was one for the history books.
The 2022 legislative session begins today with a wave of momentum from last year’s successes and no senators from West Virginia to derail progress.
In America, the voters decide our elections
One year ago today, MAGA militants stormed the Capitol in a deadly and shocking attempt to overturn the will of the people. Incited by then-President Trump and his fellow Republicans, they stormed the capitol in an attempt to overturn our election then tried to cover up their role in this violence.
They failed, but Republican legislatures across the country are working overtime to make sure they won’t fail the next time around. They continue to spread lies about our elections and our government to keep their supporters engaged and enraged.
So What Happened? Fuse's 2021 Election Wrap-Up
Although some of last week’s election headlines are pretty rough, here at Fuse we’re encouraged by the dozens of progressive candidates who won local races in every corner of the state. Many of them defeated far-right opponents. This diverse slate of candidates represents the future of our movement and many of them will be on our ballots again seeking higher office in the years to come.
We’ve included a summary of some of the key races we’ve been following below.
Fuse Progress Partners
This month marks the 10-year anniversary of PowerSource, our monthly donor program. Our PowerSource members have been a pivotal part of our work at Fuse over the past decade, changing what’s possible and expanding our impact. Here are just a few of the many accomplishments we’ve made with their sustained support:
Derek Chauvin Was Convicted. Now What?
Today’s guilty verdict in the trial of Minneapolis Police Officer Derek Chauvin for the killing of George Floyd last year is a relief. Officers are so rarely prosecuted for the violence they commit that even the bare minimum of justice feels like a victory, albeit a hollow one.
How To Seek A 2021 Fuse Campaign Endorsement
Fuse has released its first early endorsements for the 2021 primary election. We will continue to make more endorsements through the early summer.
Please contact Jamielyn Wheeler at Jamielyn@FuseWashington.org for all endorsement inquiries.
Fuse's criteria for endorsements include:
