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“As Congress continues to debate the future of the National Security Agency’s telephone metadata collection program, Washington state has banned the warrant-less use of similar technology that allows law enforcement to track cell phones.” Story: http://watchdog.org/221322/cell-phone-surveillance-states/
Northwest Grass Roots
Meet and learn about the NW Grassroots; A local organization where Spokane area citizens work to keep an eye on the many dealings of government at the federal, state and local levels.
White Wing Extremist Holiday?
For some reason American Exceptionalism has been referred to as a white legacy of hate and bigotry, but independence from Britain and the ensuing centuries of prosperity was never a “white thing.” Slavery was going to end with or without the Civil war, thanks primarily to Alexander Hamilton. The North had the economic power…
Hoopfest Weekend & @YoungTRaaw is heading to Florida!
Hoopfest weekend is upon us and it is going to be hot. A quarter of a million people are expected in downtown this weekend. Stay hydrated and watch for signs of heat stroke. Mike for Spokane sends a thank you to Tyler Harvey, for showing us how it’s done! @YoungTRaaw is headed to Florida! #GoEags!…
North Indian Trail Neighborhood
After visiting with the North Indian Trail Neighborhood on June 14th, I have the impression this community is struggling to resolve three primary issues: 1. A private development that that has been rejected by the city, but now is heading to court. 2. Impact fees 3. The after tax cost of city utilities. The…
Spokane Asks Mike
Dear Spokane, Please consider my response to questions asked by concerned citizens and area organizations: 1. With the new increases in water rates, garbage and sewage rates and a new $20.00 increase in license tabs, what will you do, as our strong Mayor, to curb the ever increasing costs of basic public services? Answer: I…