WHIDBEY NEWS-TIMES: Large crowds across Whidbey Island protested federal policies, including VA cuts, Social Security reductions, deportations, and transgender rights rollbacks, reflecting widespread concerns about government efficiency and equity under Trump’s administration
WHIDBEY NEWS-TIMES: A red shift in votes counted after Election Day caused turnarounds in two important races affecting Whidbey Island.
WHIDBEY NEWS-TIMES: In a remarkable turnaround, it appears that Island County’s District 2 county commissioner will be reelected, as will the incumbent state senator representing the area.
WHIDBEY NEWS-TIMES: It appears that a blue wave swept across Island County and state Legislative District 10, according to the first count of ballots in the General Election.
The Island County Democrats sent their monthly newsletter on Mon., Oct. 28, 2024, including messages from Janet St. Clair, Dave Paul, Clyde Shavers, Rick Larsen, Marie Shimada and Christina Elliott.
WHIDBEY NEWS-TIMES: Despite their differences, twelve candidates seeking to become the next state and federal representatives, state senators and county commissioners all acknowledged the struggles of running a business and affording a home on Whidbey Island, and the importance of the neighboring Navy.
