Endorsement by The Enterprise backs Rep John Miller
The editorial board reports interviews with candidates and staff, reviews questionnaire forms, and endorses returning Congressman John Miller to the U S House on November 4. The board notes Miller’s stance on Star Wars defense tech and urges voters to keep him in office.
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Jo Foster
Margaret Lian
Lana Stewart
Cathy Leonard
Tom Dickerson
Janet Miller
Phyllis Madsen
Mary Glover
Billie Neilson
Carol
Gorton Urged for Senate Re-election by State Opinion
The editors endorse Slade Gorton for another six-year U.S. Senate term. They praise his swift mastery of Congress, independence from Reagan, and strong Budget Committee role. They argue his re-election maintains Western clout, defends regional interests, and supports prudent federal spending without pork. Brock Adams is criticized for tax and spending directions.
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Miller Gets the Nod in Northwest House Race
Incumbent U S Representative John Miller is favored over newcomer Reese Lindquist in a Northwest district race. Miller, praised for a record of public service, environmental work, and independence, voted against Contra aid in the closing hours of Congress and helped block a textile import quota while backing environmental protections.
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Charter review propositions split votes in Snohomish County
The Charter Review Commission backs Proposition 1 as housekeeping and reform, while opposing Propositions 2, 3, 4, and 5 which would shift County Treasurer, Auditor, Clerk, and Sheriff from elected to appointive roles. The piece urges voters to reject all four.
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Referendum 40: Washington Voters Call for Nuclear Waste Review
Support for Referendum 40 would authorize state officials to challenge the federal process for selecting high level nuclear waste sites and permit a governor called statewide vote on disapproval of any chosen Washington site. The measure, approved earlier by House and Senate, signals public discontent with current site selection as regional equity and safety concerns rise.
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No to blank check Initiative 90 vote against
The measure would raise one eighth of a percent sales tax to fund an independent state Game Commission for conservation and recreation programs totaling about 38 million dollars annually. It would bypass legislative oversight, risking unaccountable spending, and sets a harmful example for other interest groups. Vote no on Tuesday.
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Senate Joint Resolution 136 faces voter approval
The proposal SJR 136 was approved unanimously by both Legislature houses and now goes to the voters for approval with strong bipartisan support.
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Change to Judicial Conduct Commission Would Reshape State Panel
A proposed measure would rename the state Judicial Qualifications Commission the Commission on Judicial Conduct and boost its membership to nine. It adds two nonattorneys, creating three judges two attorneys and four nonattorneys, and requires open fact finding hearings. The goals are greater balance greater public representation and increased confidence in justice. Pass SJR 136.
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Senate Joint Resolution 138 would modernize county vacancy rules
SJR 138 seeks to reform vacancy filling in legislative and county offices by making county votes in multi county districts proportional to district population rather than councilor counts. The proposal aims to modernize the state constitution to match current political realities and enjoys broad support with little organized opposition.
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Commission Defeats Independent Salary Panel Measure
The 1975 defeat with 40 percent support is cited. The piece argues against an independent commission to set state legislators and official salaries, asserting nonaccountable members could raise pay. It favors public legislative approvals in open sessions as better checks on salaries, urging voters to defeat the measure.
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School Construction Funds Proposal HJR 55
House Joint Resolution 55 would let school districts authorize special levies for up to six years for building projects. It preserves the 60 percent voter approval for both bond issues and levies and offers a shorter term, lower annual payments option for taxpayers.
Hanchett plan criticized over 20 foot access road dispute
Letter writer argues 20 feet is too narrow for two cars and a pedestrian, warns traffic and lack of sidewalks with ten homes. Suggests alternate access or buying 40 foot road property at 165000 to avoid legal costs. Defends McCormick family against close easement and urges Edmonds city to act.
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