Northwest Progressive Institute

06/23/2026

Continued revenue reform is necessary to responsibly “reboot” Washington’s budget: Read NPI’s letter in The Seattle Times

After decades of inaction, Washington's Legislature has finally taken meaningful steps to modernize the state's antiquated, upside down tax code and require the wealthy to pay what they owe. But the job's not done. There's more to do -- and doing it will also allow us to address another looming revenue shortfall responsibly and thoughtfully....

After decades of inaction, Washington's Legislature has finally taken meaningful steps to modernize the state's antiquated, upside down tax code and require the wealthy to pay what they owe. But the job's not done. There's more to do -- and doing it will also allow us to address another looming reve...

06/21/2026

LIVE from Spokane: 2026 Washington State Democratic Convention holds its general session

NPI is providing live updates from the final day of the 2026 Washington State Democratic Convention in Lilac City. The general session is scheduled from 9 AM to possibly 5 PM, with ongoing coverage to keep followers informed throughout the day.

NPI is providing live updates from the final day of the 2026 Washington State Democratic Convention in Lilac City. The general session is scheduled from 9 AM to possibly 5 PM, with ongoing coverage to keep followers informed throughout the day.

06/21/2026

DNC Chair Ken Martin, U.S. Representative Pramila Jayapal, and statewide elected officials headline Saturday evening reception at 2026 Washington State Democratic Convention

A spirited evening reception underscored the party’s commitment to year-round organizing, progressive governance, defending public institutions, and confronting the authoritarianism, corruption, and cruelty of the Trump regime....

https://www.nwprogressive.org/weblog/2026/06/dnc-chair-ken-martin-u-s-representative-pramila-jayapal-and-statewide-elected-officials-headline-saturday-evening-reception-at-2026-washington-state-democratic-convention.html

A spirited evening reception underscored the party’s commitment to year-round organizing, progressive governance, defending public institutions, and confronting the authoritarianism, corruption, and cruelty of the Trump regime.

06/21/2026

Washington State Democratic Party Chair Shasti Conrad discusses 2026 priorities and her work with DNC Chair Ken Martin

In a conversation with reporters at the Washington State Democratic Convention, Conrad emphasized year-round organizing, defending the state Supreme Court, reelecting Marie Gluesenkamp Perez, strengthening state parties under DNC Chair Ken Martin, and sustaining momentum for a responsible, revenue-focused approach to Washington’s budget challenges....

In a conversation with reporters at the Washington State Democratic Convention, Conrad emphasized year-round organizing, defending the state Supreme Court, reelecting Marie Gluesenkamp Perez, strengthening state parties under DNC Chair Ken Martin, and sustaining momentum for a responsible, revenue-f...

06/20/2026

2026 Washington State Democratic Convention gets underway with Juneteenth Black Excellence Celebration in Spokane

Delegates and guests heard speeches that highlighted the importance of labor history and civil rights. Headliners included April Sims and Attorney General Nick Brown, who emphasized action and the significance of representation. The event celebrated Black excellence and acknowledged Juneteenth as vital to American history....

https://www.nwprogressive.org/weblog/2026/06/2026-washington-state-democratic-convention-gets-underway-with-juneteenth-black-excellence-celebration-in-spokane.html

Delegates and guests heard speeches that highlighted the importance of labor history and civil rights. Headliners included April Sims and Attorney General Nick Brown, who emphasized action and the significance of representation. The event celebrated Black excellence and acknowledged Juneteenth as vi...

06/20/2026

Spokane begins hosting the 2026 Washington State Democratic Convention, running from Juneteenth to the summer solstice

A team of advocacy journalists from the Northwest Progressive Institute will be providing continuing coverage of the convention through Sunday here on The Cascadia Advocate....

https://www.nwprogressive.org/weblog/2026/06/spokane-begins-hosting-the-2026-washington-state-democratic-convention-running-from-juneteenth-to-the-summer-solstice.html

A team of advocacy journalists from the Northwest Progressive Institute will be providing continuing coverage of the convention through Sunday here on The Cascadia Advocate.

06/19/2026

Happy Juneteenth 2026!

On this nineteenth day of June, we celebrate the emancipation of Black Americans at the end of the Confederate insurrection while continuing to work for greater freedom, opportunity, and equity in a country still struggling to end systemic racism....

https://www.nwprogressive.org/weblog/2026/06/happy-juneteenth-2026.html

On this nineteenth day of June, we celebrate the emancipation of Black Americans at the end of the Confederate insurrection while continuing to work for greater freedom, opportunity, and equity in a country still struggling to end systemic racism.

06/19/2026

Reality check:

"Washington’s snowpack is all but finished, weeks before normal, and some major reservoirs are starting to dip as much as a month early... That means suffering crop harvests, fallowed lands, damage to vulnerable salmon runs, water restrictions (or outright cuts) and a high-risk wildfire season."

https://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/climate-lab/was-snowpack-zapped-as-drought-looms-reservoirs-sink/

This lake along Highway 12 near White Pass is a major reservoir. It's as full as I've ever seen it. Looks great.
Point for Cliff Mass and other actual scientists. Point against climate hysterics and grifters screeching "drought drought drought."

06/18/2026

We're live from Neumos on Capitol Hill for the No Hate in Washington State campaign kickoff, organizing opposition to Brian Heywood's divisive initiatives.

06/17/2026

Colleen Melody, Mike Diaz, Debra Stephens up in Washington State Supreme Court contests; Theo Angelis in a competitive race

In every one of the 2026 Supreme Court contests we asked voters about at the end of May 2026, 60% or greater said they were not sure how they would vote. Among the respondents who did have opinions, incumbents did well, as did two appeals court judges who are running for open seats. One incumbent, recently appointed Justice Theo Angelis, appears to be more at risk of elimination than his peers, at least before the intensive voter contact phase of the campaign....

In every one of the 2026 Supreme Court contests we asked voters about at the end of May 2026, 60% or greater said they were not sure how they would vote. Among the respondents who did have opinions, incumbents did well, as did two appeals court judges who are running for open seats. One incumbent, r...