by Debra Lekanoff | Nov 22, 2023 | Fantastic Fridays
Dear Friends, This week, I’m excited to bring you Fantastic Friday one day early – on Thanksgiving! As we embark upon the holiday season, I can’t help but stress to each and every one of you how grateful I am to serve in the Washington State Legislature. I am...
by Debra Lekanoff | Nov 17, 2023 | Fantastic Fridays
Dear Friends, Last month, shortly before former Speaker Kevin McCarthy was removed from the position, Congress passed a continuing resolution to fund the federal government and avoid a government shutdown. That continuing resolution – or CR – was scheduled to...
by Debra Lekanoff | Nov 10, 2023 | Fantastic Fridays
Dear Friends, For months now we have been talking about this year’s election – an off year campaign cycle that always needs extra attention. It’s easy to overlook these opportunities to vote, but it is so important that we continue to show up and ensure the...
by Debra Lekanoff | Oct 27, 2023 | Fantastic Fridays
Dear Friends, Following the first-of-its kind ouster of House Speaker Kevin McCarthy last month, Republicans in the House of Representatives have elected a new Speaker of the House this week. Following a number of failed votes for several other candidates, the...
by Debra Lekanoff | Oct 20, 2023 | Fantastic Fridays
Dear Friends, Last week, we talked in depth about the ongoing opioid crisis happening here in Washington, and across the country. It’s so important that we work on all levels to address this terrible tragedy, and today I’d like to take a moment to discuss some...
by Debra Lekanoff | Oct 13, 2023 | Fantastic Fridays
Dear Friends, This week on Fantastic Friday, I want to take some time and focus in on a single issue that is impacting our Indigenous communities at an astronomical level. The ongoing opioid epidemic has had devastating impacts on communities across the country,...
