Washington state was a microcosm of what was taking place nationwide. Our state Senate is the only legislative chamber on the West coast in which Republicans control the debate. Steyer’s political goal was clear — early on he plotted election strategy in the governor’s mansion with Inslee, who has likewise made climate change his signature issue. Washington’s Senate is rightly skeptical of proposals for policies like cap-and-trade and low-carbon fuel standards, which might add a dollar or more to the price of gasoline and put a brake on economic growth, for uncertain benefit. If Washington state were under one-party control, lawmakers might be more compliant.
Posted on: Fri, 14 Nov 2014 01:01:51 +0000
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