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Editorial page editor Patrick O’Callahan oversees the online and printed opinion sections of The News Tribune. He came to The News Tribune in 1987 and has worked at Washington newspapers since 1979. E-mail him at patrick.ocallahan@thenewstribune.com
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Richard Davis’ column on state politics frequently runs in the print edition of The News Tribune. He was president of the Washington Research Council, a statewide think tank, from 1986 through 2006. Currently, as a principal with The Simeon Partnership, Inc. he coordinates the activities of the Washington Alliance for a Competitive Economy, a business coalition founded by the Research Council, the Association of Washington Business and the Washington Roundtable.
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This editorial will appear in Thursday's print edition.
Our choices for 26th, 27th and 28th districts
Incumbency matters, but maybe never so much as when times are tough.
The next Legislature, up against a projected $3.2 billion budget shortfall, is not likely to suffer rookies gladly. It’s in Pierce County’s best interests to return experienced hands who can fight for its priorities.
The News Tribune editorial board is endorsing every sitting lawmaker who is seeking re-election in the legislative districts that represent the county’s most urban core. For the only open seat – a House position in the 26th District – we favor a Kitsap County commissioner from Port Orchard.
26th District: State Rep. Pat Lantz, D-Gig Harbor, is retiring after 12 years in the Legislature. Her decision has sparked a close race between two women from local government ranks. Of the two, Republican Jan Angel has the longer and broader record of public and community service.
Bruce Lachney, who's running for the Pierce County Council from District 3, initiated this thoughtful exchange with me after we endorsed his opponent, Roger Bush.
Hi Pat,
First let me say thanks again for the opportunity to talk with you and Kim about an endorsement.
However, I think I do need to clarify my position on Growth Management Act issues; it appears to be one of the Board’s main concerns and something I’m very well versed in.
Are you aware of my record from the Planning Commission on Growth issues? I’d be more than happy to discuss my views in depth (even after the election). But if you’re interested in an unbiased view I encourage you to talk to Chip Vincent [until last summer, Pierce County's chief planner].
At this point, Chip, having no personal interest in the present race, would certainly give you a fair assessment. Clarity is always preferable to assumption.
Feel free to explore the entire landscape.
Warmest regards and best wishes,
Bruce Lachney
Bruce,
We liked your views on growth management and on other issues. We liked you, too.
What we just couldn’t get past was your repeated statements (and we came at this from different directions) that you would always follow the public sentiment in the district.
