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Cartoon drawing of the White House with people walking in and out, with the caption "we need a government that works for all of us."
November 7, 2018March 21, 2019 Adriana Lasso-Harrier Latest News

You voted…now what?!

Last night, a whole new slate of lawmakers were voted into state and federal offices throughout the United States. Voters in Washington state and across the country cast their ballots … Continue reading You voted…now what?!

September 28, 2018 Adriana Lasso-Harrier Latest News

Welcome to the team Jay!

  Poverty Action is excited to announce that we have a new Policy & Field Campaign Manager: Jay Doran! In this role, Jay leads our campaigns associated with debt relief. … Continue reading Welcome to the team Jay!

August 6, 2018 Adriana Lasso-Harrier Latest News

Community Gathering to Redefine Public Safety- Night Out 2018

  Join Poverty Action for our annual Night Out for Safety & Liberation (NOSL), a community-centered block party that happens nation-wide in participating cities. NOSL is a chance for neighborhoods … Continue reading Community Gathering to Redefine Public Safety- Night Out 2018

April 6, 2018April 6, 2018 Adriana Lasso-Harrier Latest News

We’re having a party!

Please join Poverty Action in our end-of-session celebration, Together Towards Victory, for a night of food, drinks, and fun!  This event will be held on Thursday, April 26, from 5:30 … Continue reading We’re having a party!

February 22, 2018 Adriana Lasso-Harrier Latest News

2018 Supplemental Budget Analysis– Now up!

We've created a handy grid tool for a simple side-by-side comparison of the 2018 Supplemental Budget Proposals from the Governor, Senate, and House. Go check it out here! Be sure … Continue reading 2018 Supplemental Budget Analysis– Now up!

February 7, 2018February 7, 2018 Adriana Lasso-Harrier Latest News

Check Out Our New Community Voices!

At Poverty Action, we believe that real experiences are the force behind real change! That's why we've added a new section to our 2018 Legislative Session section of our website-- … Continue reading Check Out Our New Community Voices!

January 26, 2018 Marcy Bowers Latest News

Welcome to the team Adriana

Poverty Action is excited announce that Adriana Lasso-Harrier has joined the Poverty Action team as our new communications coordinator. In that role she will implement media and communications strategies to help … Continue reading Welcome to the team Adriana

January 26, 2018 Marcy Bowers Latest News

Check out our analysis of the Governor’s Budget

Throughout the 2018 legislative session, the Governor, House of Representatives, and Senate will each propose a supplemental budget. Although the legislature passed an operating budget for the 2017-2019 biennium during … Continue reading Check out our analysis of the Governor’s Budget

December 5, 2017January 11, 2018 Marcy Bowers Latest News

MLK Day Lobby Day Registration is Now Closed!

Registration is now closed for our 13th Annual Day of Action in Olympia! You are welcome to join us on MLK Day, but we are no longer able to guarantee … Continue reading MLK Day Lobby Day Registration is Now Closed!

October 13, 2017 Marcy Bowers Latest News

CFPB Releases Final Payday Lending Rule!

On Thursday, October 5, the CPFP released their long-awaited rules to curb payday lending abuses. Below is a copy of our press release. Advocates Applaud the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau … Continue reading CFPB Releases Final Payday Lending Rule!

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