Washington

Citizens Work Together to Come Up with Their County’s AI Policies

County government convened a "civic assembly" of 29 randomly selected selected residents to deliberate and develop policy recommendations on the county's use of AI.

Democracy & Elections/Voting Civic Initiative

Cascade PBS • Snohomish County, WA • Jun 26, 2026

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200-Plus Attend Protest for Trans Rights

Over 200 people braved pouring rain and heavy winds to stand up for LGBTQ+ rights that they say are under attack by the federal government. Starting at City Hall, protesters marched in the middle of the street, chanting “trans rights are human rights” among others. Organizers wearing bright orange vests directed traffic and car honks signaled support for what speakers described as resistance through joy.

Civil Liberties & Human Dignity Peaceful Protest/Demonstration

Cascade Daily News • Bellingham, WA • Feb 22, 2026

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Supporters File Signatures for Two Initiatives to the State Legislature

Supporters collected and submitted hundreds of thousands of signatures for two initiatives to the Washington Legislature—one concerning parental access to school information and another restricting transgender students’ participation in girls’ sports.

Democracy & Elections/Voting Petition to Government or Business

Washington State Standard • Olympia, WA • Jan 3, 2026

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