We try to provide some updates throughout the legislative session, especially on bills and issues that might need your special attention. It would be great if our legislators prioritized things like affordable housing, fixing the property tax issue they created in 2016, Read More
It used to be that politics rarely made it into everyday conversation. In fact, it used to be one of those topics “best to avoid” in conversation. However, it seems that there is almost no topic of discussion that does not find Read More
We’re excited to announce that this year’s Truman Banquet fundraiser will be at the Westbank! We will have a prime rib and salmon buffet dinner, along with a no-host bar with drinks available. We’re pleased that our featured speaker is Dr. David Read More
Many of us are hoping, praying, for sine die. It would be different if our legislators showed an interest in passing useful legislation designed to invest in people and communities. Unfortunately, they seem obsessed with forcing us into submission to their own Read More
Growing up in the Presbyterian Church, I remember with clarity a simple sermon on honesty. Our minister emphasized the importance of always telling the truth, and he compared telling lies with squeezing out toothpaste. We cannot take back lies once they leave Read More
When it comes to voting, we often pay attention to the “sexy” races at the top. We get excited every four years during a presidential election, but we often forget the importance of state races. We heap praise or blame on the Read More