Job growth stalls as costs rise... Washington’s competitive edge is eroding February 12, 2026 Kris Johnson
It's time to do something different... Washington needs a pro-growth economic agenda January 29, 2026 Kris Johnson
Generosity, excellence, and caution Washington businesses shine as pillars in their communities December 18, 2025 Kris Johnson
Addressing an imminent problem... It’s time to get serious about solving our state’s energy challenges November 20, 2025 Kris Johnson
Fed, state policies jeopardize industry... Ninth-annual bus tour highlights Washington’s makers October 23, 2025 Kris Johnson
New sales tax to start Oct. 1... Guest Commentary: Rushed sales tax law will raise costs for all Washingtonians September 11, 2025 Kris Johnson
Policies, prices are creating a cost crisis... Guest Commentary: For families and employers, Washington is becoming unaffordable August 28, 2025 Kris Johnson
Guest Commentary: Civics Bee finalists provide promising glimpse at future leaders July 17, 2025 Kris Johnson
Largest increase in state history ... Guest Commentary: Small businesses to bear brunt of new tax burden May 22, 2025 Kris Johnson e Washington Legislature recently adjourned after passing the largest tax increase in state history, and small businesses are going to bear the brunt of it.Read More
In lean times ... Guest Commentary: State legislators can learn from small business April 10, 2025 Kris Johnson Successful entrepreneurs know that when money is tight, you start by looking hard at spending. Lawmakers in Olympia would do well to follow suit.Read More