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Tuesday, September 23, 2008 11:35 PM PDT

By Erik Olson
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With the Kelso High School band blaring out her favorite song, "Louie, Louie," Gov. Chris Gregoire made her first campaign stop in Cowlitz County this year in downtown Kelso Tuesday morning.

The Democratic governor, locked in a heated campaign with Republican Dino Rossi, appeared before of a crowd of 75 to 100 people in front of the Pacific Barber Shop. Gregoire dropped off a bag of food to support owner Bill Ammons' annual food drive before touting her record on education, health care and business recruitment in Cowlitz County.

"If you like what you've seen so far, then I'm asking you for four more years," Gregoire said to the cheering crowd.

Gregoire defeated Rossi, a former state senator from Sammamish, by the hair's-width margin of 133 votes after two recounts in 2004. Gregoire has been leading the neck-and-neck race for most of the year, but a Rasmussen poll this month showed Rossi had jumped to a six-point lead.

Tuesday afternoon, Gregoire took a few shots at Rossi in an interview with The Daily News editorial board for his budget writing as senator and touted her fiscal stewardship of the state over the past four years.

Washington's most recent revenue forecast shows a projected $530 million budget gap by 2011, but most states are in a similar hole with the recent Wall Street meltdown, Gregoire said.

Rossi has criticized Gregoire for burning through the state's surplus while in office. But Gregoire charged she had to work with the budget Rossi is credited with writing in 2004 as a state senator.

"Where would he have cut? I made up for his cutting poor kids' healthcare. I made up for his cutting in education," Gregoire said.

Gregoire said she will be asking state department officials to cut more than $200 million, but she's trying to avoid cuts in education., which absorbs the biggest share of state spending, by far. She also hesitated to say whether she'd support tapping into the state's reserves, or "rainy day fund," which would require approval by 60 percent of the Legislature.

The state senate's top budget writer, Sen. Margarita Prentice, D-Renton, recently suggested that the rainy day account, which contains an estimated $728 million, might be needed to plug holes in the budget, but Gregoire is uncertain.

"Whether we actually tap (into) it is an open question," Gregoire said.

Closer to home, Gregoire wouldn't take a side on the proposed liquified natural gas terminal along the Columbia River, saying she didn't want to appear biased while the state oversees permitting of the project. But she did criticize the recent Federal Energy Regulatory Commission ruling clearing a key hurdle for the project.

"I think it was pretty doggone swiftly done, and shallow," Gregoire said.

She praised advancements by Cowlitz PUD in construction of its White Creek wind farm in Eastern Washington, and she said she supports the creation of more jobs manufacturing clean energy.

"This is an opportunity for us to create a green economy right in your backyard," Gregoire said.

Although this was her first campaign stop in Cowlitz County this election season, Gregoire needs to do better in rural Washington than she did in 2004 if she is to win the November election comfortably. Four years ago, she won Cowlitz County by only 149 votes, even though Cowlitz County tends to lean Democratic. In the August primary, Rossi actually outpolled her by about 1,300 in Cowlitz County.

Back in Kelso, rally goers were excited the governor chose to make the stop in Cowlitz County.

Steve Gunnarson, a retired union electrician and longtime Democrat, said Gregoire's visit shows that she cares about people here, especially in these uncertain economic times.

"Instead of being at some corporate office somewhere, she's over here in the streets of Kelso," said Gunnarson, a Longview resident.

Sara Whisnant, a state government employee from Castle Rock, said she has supported the governor since the last election. With Cowlitz County's unemployment rate rising to more than 9 percent, the area needs attention from Gregoire and other state leaders, she said.

"It shows her interest in what's going on in Southwest Washington," Whisnant said.

Ammons, the lead organizer of the rally outside his barbershop, said he voted for Rossi during the August primary, but he's changed his allegiance to Gregoire as he's learned more about her platform.

The governor needs to make better inroads in the sparsely populated rural counties that have favored Rossi to win, Ammons said.

"She's got to get her message out," he said.

tallsy wrote on Sep 23, 2008 11:57 PM:

" Governor Gregoire was so happy to see everyone in Kelso. I got to shake her hand and she is a very nice lady. We need to vote for her in November for 4 more years. I am a Gregoire Supporter "

Trubbled wrote on Sep 24, 2008 12:32 AM:

" Go home, Rossi. Games over. "

hawkster wrote on Sep 24, 2008 1:00 AM:

" i didnt know who would i would vote for until late last month. a police officer in ellensburg died last month and the people of ellensburg invited both gregoire and rossi to the funeral. most suspected that gregoire would show up because she was already in town whereas rossi was on the west side of the state campaigning. instead it was the opposite. rossi cleared his schedule to attend the funeral and gregoire was nowhere to be seen. SHE WAS ALREADY IN ELLENSBURG!! that doesnt sound like someone who cares to me and she lost a lot of votes because of that. "

skibowlruler wrote on Sep 24, 2008 5:38 AM:

" paaaaaleeeeze! "

imlovinit wrote on Sep 24, 2008 6:33 AM:

" why were Ken Spring's comments and subsequent crowd reaction left out of the article? "

Resident wrote on Sep 24, 2008 6:38 AM:

" People of Cowlitz County, DO NOT GIVE HER 4 MORE YEARS. VOTE ROSSI. "

rest of the story wrote on Sep 24, 2008 7:22 AM:

" Nice pic of our Gov TDN.....a run down building and Ricky Bobby for a backdrop....and I wish both candidates all the luck. I just hope that this time, this State does not have to count the votes three times, and then find out that dead people, convicted felons, illegal aliens, and boxes of ballets "discovered" in the trunk of a car belonging to an election official decided the outcome. "

Mr. Chinook wrote on Sep 24, 2008 7:42 AM:

" If Rossi wins we will have more salmon in our rivers and positive changes will happen with our states' department of fish & wildlife. "

LongviewFam wrote on Sep 24, 2008 7:44 AM:

" *yawn* "

Mrs. Pellwerds wrote on Sep 24, 2008 7:51 AM:

" rest of story: Thanks for the laugh. I didn't spot Ricky Bobby the first time. I also like the reference to boxes of dancers being discovered in the trunk of a car. I don't get it, but it is funny. "

TDN Bad Boy wrote on Sep 24, 2008 7:53 AM:

" There were only two interesting developments in the governor campaign Tuesday and neither concerned Da Tax Queen's visit to Kelso. First the Seattle Times top editorial took Da Tax Queen's campaign to task for her using stem cell research attack ads. The Times noted that 1. Stem cell research is not part of the campaign and 2. That her attack was very misleading if not completely false. The Times demanded that she pull her ads and stick to the issues of this campaign -- mainly her now 3.2 billion and rising state deficit. And the second thing was the state Liberal party's lawsuit against the state concerning Rossi's entry on the ballot. What a waste of money on an issue of absolutely no consequence. The Liberals are really running scared. It's good that Kelso got to say good-bye to Da Tax Queen. Vote Rossi and put Washington and let's start cleaning up the mess Da Tax Queen has created. "

FiscalConservative wrote on Sep 24, 2008 7:56 AM:

" What pains me is that she shows no care for the people of this community. Our project at the Longview Wye has had our funding diverted 3 times for use in Seattle. We need economic growth here NOW... Not more road projects in Seattle. Let them pay for their projects. Four more years of the Democrats in Olympia, Cowlitz County, Longview, Kelso, or the school systems is going to break us!!! "

Former Resident wrote on Sep 24, 2008 8:05 AM:

" Why was the high school band playing at this event? The High School should be educating students about politics, but should be doing so in a non-partisan way.

It seems to me that having the band play at this event is an endorsement by the school administrators of Gregoire. "

rest of the story wrote on Sep 24, 2008 8:15 AM:

" to Mrs. Pellwerds: no, thank you for the laugh....my bad, slip of the finger: "Ballots." "

Common Sense 24 wrote on Sep 24, 2008 8:24 AM:

" What happened with Ken Spring? Will someone please post it? Thanks. "

cheney119 wrote on Sep 24, 2008 8:29 AM:

" I read that Rossi wants the ballot to read GOP instead of "r" for republican. Seems to me a pile of feces would smell just as bad no matter what you call it. Supporters of Rossi please tell me about just one of his accomplishments. That's right you just like the "r" next to his name. Republicans never accomplish anything, what they are great at are decomplishments. Look at Bush's decomplishment: 9/11, Iraq, Katrina, Wall Street meltdown and those are only the highlights. Do we want that discredited philosophy on the state level too? "

coveredinit wrote on Sep 24, 2008 8:31 AM:

" It turned out as a campaign event, but it was to be a "congratulatory event" where the Governor was appreciating the efforts of people like the Ammons'and other people who give their efforts to their community. That's why the HS was there...Y'all need to get over it. "

TheGenius wrote on Sep 24, 2008 8:33 AM:

" Hey TDN, you guys want some whipped cream to top off this puff piece? "

Pinky wrote on Sep 24, 2008 8:52 AM:

" yeah.. I only read this article to see if they mentioned Ken Spring and what happened in it... but they left it out.. why??? I am NOT a gregoire fan! "

no one wrote on Sep 24, 2008 9:10 AM:

" I second "former resident". The high school band should not be playing political events unless they are paid to be there. And I even know better than to think the District endorses Gregoire and her "pet project" the WASL. But it's still a bit over the line. "

TDN Bad Boy wrote on Sep 24, 2008 9:13 AM:

" Did the reporter happen to ask Da Tax Queen what she thought of the Kelso school district's plan to cut Special Education thanks to the UNFUNDED Pay Increases she gave district personnel, forcing the district to make drastic cuts? I guess not. Would it be too much to ask for good, balanced and issue-oriented reporting? "

Old Bag wrote on Sep 24, 2008 9:18 AM:

" I also want to know why the Kelso band was there. Does not seem right. Chris is not a friend of small business and especially of construction. Don't vote for her because you think she has a nice handshake. Look at her history as Governor and see where we are now. She is bad news. "

columbian wrote on Sep 24, 2008 9:29 AM:

" BAD BOY YOUR UPSET ABOUT THE 3.2 BILLION STATE DEBT???AND YOU NEVER SAY A THING ABOUT THE 14 TRILLION NATIONAL DEBT.AND WE KNOW THE RACIST LIBERALS AND SLICK WILLIE RAN THIS UP.IN A SHORT SPAN OF THE LAST 8 YEARS.AND YOUR TELLING US TO VOTE FOR DUMB AND DUMBER.OR THE G.O.P.=GAS-OIL-PETROLEUM. "

Kem Cho wrote on Sep 24, 2008 9:55 AM:

" Let me understand! Washington Economy is good so vote for Gregoire. Do not vote for Republicans because they are the cause of economic disaster. Gregoire spent 33% more in 4 years, which is good? 4 more years of the same Governor will result in Washington State becoming another California - no money but live like a drunken sailor. "

Gondolapete wrote on Sep 24, 2008 10:03 AM:

" If she seemed nice and shook your hand, that seems like a good enough reason to vote for her. That about sums up most the political knowledge people around here seem to have. "

DUH wrote on Sep 24, 2008 10:18 AM:

" I'm sure if Rossi were to campaign in Kelso that the High School Band would play for him too. Maybe a nice rendition of "Taps". "

#1 kelso mom wrote on Sep 24, 2008 10:21 AM:

" OMG!!! Suck Ups.... "

viper wrote on Sep 24, 2008 10:32 AM:

" the only reason she is here is to get votes and pad her bank account !as with most politcions they will tell you anything to get the job , but we are soon forgotton We can't afford 4 more years of her good by tax queen and good ridence! and she was in ellensburg and couldn't go to the funeral of a fallen police officer thats shows how much she cares for us this type of person we don't need for govener : Viper

I still can't beleave she lowered her self to even come to our podunk town

Vote Dino rossi "

El Gabilon wrote on Sep 24, 2008 10:34 AM:

" This governor needs to be recalled. We find it obscene that while the state is in such financial stress this woman is running around campaigning, no doubt using state vehicles and personal as well. What Washington needs is a clean sweep of the legislature and governor. "

Rain Countrygirl wrote on Sep 24, 2008 10:34 AM:

" hawkster - Your so right! Pinky - YEAH!!! TDN Bad Boy, former resident, no one and Old Bag - I FIRMLY agree! Columbian - This article is about the STATE. Get off your bandwagon....Read the article. Your comments should stick to the issue at hand. I do want to know why Ken Springs comments weren't in the article also. Biased reporting no doubt! "

AmericanGirl wrote on Sep 24, 2008 10:37 AM:

" I just picked my son up from Kelso high, he is in chamber orchestra and his teacher just told them that the school has cut the class starting next year. This is so they can make room for a WASL class. The kids in this class are real good and looking for scholerships, are they cutting any sports? The chamber is at 7am so it in no way takes time from the school day. I would also like to say I posted early on and for what ever reason the tdn did not post it. TDN you can hide some blogs but we will still vote Rossi. "

Gondolapete wrote on Sep 24, 2008 10:40 AM:

" If Rossi spoke here, TDN would make sure the headline and the entire article emulated the "gray" color most attacks ads use. "

Lucky7 wrote on Sep 24, 2008 10:56 AM:

" For those of you that don't think Washington's economy has done well under Gregoire - MOVE! Even though some won't believe it, but Washington is ranked between 1 & 5 in every study I've seen ranking state economies. This housing disaster we're all witnessing is beginning to bring down the entire world economy. As far as real estate goes we're doing ok. My relatives in Grand Rapids, Michigan live in a house they bought in 2003 for 240K and claim they'd be lucky to be able to sell it for 125K today. Rossi's economic plans do not pencil out, talk is cheap, don't buy in to it! "

Common Sense 24 wrote on Sep 24, 2008 11:06 AM:

" Will somebody please post what Ken Spring said to her and what the audiences reaction was. My curiosity is aroused by the previous poster. Thanks. Hopefully TDN will post it. "

AmericanGirl wrote on Sep 24, 2008 11:07 AM:

" So Lucky7 when Rossi takes the state will you move? "

Gondolapete wrote on Sep 24, 2008 11:10 AM:

" Yea that is the answer "Move" because of a failed governor? How about we help HER move???!!!??!!! "

TDN Bad Boy wrote on Sep 24, 2008 11:12 AM:

" Lucky7, if this state economy is so good as you state, then why do we have a $3.2 billion deficit? State revenues are based on the state economy. So that tells one of two things. Either the economy isn't as good as you think or Da Tax Queen and the Liberals in Olympia badly over spent the incoming revenue. Which explanation do you prefer? I think both are correct. And Da Tax Queen had the responsibility to spend according to the incoming revenue. She failed. Vote her out. Rossi for a better Washington. "

imlovinit wrote on Sep 24, 2008 11:36 AM:

" I'd like to think khs band would play to welcome any gov to our city, dem or gop. "

outoftown wrote on Sep 24, 2008 12:09 PM:

" RE:cheney119...A little off the subjust but I feel the need to address this- Remind me again how Bush was responsible for those events? As I recall he didn't make the terrorist into terrorists and crash planes in the US, or a create a storm. Before you point your finger, try thinking that some things just happen and now it's the presidents job to decide to do whats right. I'd love to see you as our Commander in Chief. We'd all be in trouble then. "

grams wrote on Sep 24, 2008 12:14 PM:

" In the first place I am really pissed at TDN for not publishing the real date when our governor was to be here... so misleading to suggest that it would be Wednsday. And further more. I am still pissed at this government official for her fence straddel on the LNG issue. Considering that this issue confronts our salmon, our ports, our environment and our X marks the spot for a terrorist action , let alone the fact that we will be bound further by foreign fossil fuels when she purports to be so "Green concience". Just the fact that all of the above should be far more important to her than not wanting to appear"BIASED".. Good God what is she there for? She doesn't want to appear biased against a federal government agency which has run riot over every state in the union, that is fighting LNG, who has grave concerns about their safety, their environment, etc etc, and some of the leading Democrats in the nation have visited here and "thumbs down this project? GOOD GRIEF! Since as a Republican I have not yet heard from Rossi in regard to LNG I was about to go over to the Gregoire side after her statement about FERC recently, but not now! I think we are in trouble in this regard whom ever wins this election!!!! "

KRun wrote on Sep 24, 2008 12:49 PM:

" I was listening to the speech yesterday for a little bit while it was on The Peak and from what I gathered, the band played and then left as soon as Gregoire started speaking. "

gimpy wrote on Sep 24, 2008 1:24 PM:

" I gotta agree with grams, I asked the Daily News for details of her visit so I could be there and was politely stonewalled. I'm tired of reading yesterday's news, I want todays! And Gregoire's office is no better, they don't list her appearance here on her schedule. I wanted to be there to let her know that she has a large contingence of Democrats who will not vote for her because of her inaction on the LNG argument, but if she doesn't care, neither do I. I'll vote for "None of the above." "

Lance Johnson wrote on Sep 24, 2008 1:55 PM:

" Yeah that George Bush is to blame for EVERYTHING. You know he came down in my backyard in one of his black helicopters and stole my kitty cat? And he has a hurricane machine that he can crank up anytime. I tell you what... every body says that George Bush is a dummy but he a evil genius. He must be since he is the cause of EVERY problem in the world right now accroding to some crazies. Including Chrissy! "

castle rocker wrote on Sep 24, 2008 2:11 PM:

" Someone Please post whatever happened with Ken Spring. For or five posts have asked and it's peaking my interests. "

castle rocker wrote on Sep 24, 2008 2:12 PM:

" Is TDN leaving out the posts about Ken Springs comments for some reason? Or is no one posting it. Either way, let us know TDN. "

Cheney119 wrote on Sep 24, 2008 2:20 PM:

" 1)9/11 Al qaeda determined to attack America - they were warned by Clinton's people and their own intelligence services and did nothing, if a democrat had been in office on 9/11 you'd have tried to impeach him. 2) Iraq - was a war of choice, and such a STUPID CHOICE. Then what a botched fiasco the occupation became. Yet no weapons of mass desturction, their primary justification. This was the biggest foreign policy blunder in American history. 3) Katrina - You're do'in a HECK OF JOB BROWNIE. Load the administration up with incompetant do nothings and let thousands die in New Orleans, ya heck of a mess up administration. 4) This Wall Street meltdown was pure republican deregulation at its worst, profits over common sense regulation. But this is just the highlights of why George W. "Ratface" Bust, pardon I mean Bush is the worst president in U.S. HISTORY!!! There's rendition, tourture, illegal surveilance, signing statements, all contray to the constitution, the list goes on forever. Yet you ask what's the problem. What the heck have you been observing for the last 8 years? Republicans are the problem with America! If you can't see that you are A) a republican or B) so stupid you shouldn't be allowed to vote. "

country gal wrote on Sep 24, 2008 3:03 PM:

" TDN didn't post my comments about what's up with Ken Springs. I'm curious too. "

grams wrote on Sep 24, 2008 3:03 PM:

" Cheny119 tsc tsc.. Can't you get your point across without the vitriol? There are many of us out here from both parties, or as independants, who see what is right in front of us. That does not mean that every person who is serving in a government position from either , or both parties is stupid! And it does not mean that we the voters are either.. Grant you there are lots of "sheeple out there who believe that Saturday Night Live is the 101 of politicial academia, but then we will always be cursed with non-thinkers so it is not very impressive of you to put everyone in one of two pots. You often have great points and insightful thoughts but your acidic attacks kind of carode those. Take your anger out on Monday Night Football. I worry about your blood pressure , an old posting buddy. "

Erik Olson, TDN reporter wrote on Sep 24, 2008 3:31 PM:

" Several commenters have questioned what Ken Spring said at the rally. A couple minutes into Gregoire's speech, Spring walked in front of her, yelled "Four more years of Rossi," then criticized her handling of the budget. He then walked to his car across the street and drove off. We chose not to report the incident because, frankly, there were more interesting aspects of her stop that were more important. "

country gal wrote on Sep 24, 2008 3:32 PM:

" You tell him grams. "

turkeyhunterman wrote on Sep 24, 2008 3:47 PM:

" If the Clinton administration knew about and warned about the impending 9/11 attack why didn't they do anything about it when in office? Oliver North testified before congress of the dangers faced from Bin Laden and although in custody twice the Clinton administration released him. 9/11 planning started long before Bush was in office! The Democratic governor of Louisiana and democratic mayor of New Orleans dropped the ball big time on getting people evacuated before Katrina hit. If that same scenario happened here while Clinton was in office and we had a Republican governer and republican mayor of Seattle I wonder how much blame some would give Clinton. I think I would be safe to say the Republicans would still get blamed. And maybe someone should do some research on Barney Franks role in all this financial problem we are facing now. But wait, he's a democrat and can't have any fault. "

LongviewFam wrote on Sep 24, 2008 4:25 PM:

" Grams, I've just taken TDN BB's advise from other ridiculous rants he has made in the past and just IGNORED them. As soon as I see his screen name, I pass over it. Hey, maybe your advise will sink into TDN BB. Heaven knows we've all tried to reason with this person in the past. *sigh* I'm always curious to see what other residents feel about the local and/or national issues, so keep YOUR comments coming! "

Cheney119 wrote on Sep 24, 2008 4:38 PM:

" Turkey Hunter, (god what a pathetic handle, do you really expect us to take you seriously?) you'd havn't got a leg to stand on. If your president hadn't messed up everything else he touched ever since 2001. What has ratface done right since 2001 except scare us into re-electing him? You republicans are morally and ethically bankrupt, the
Wall Street meltdown proves me correct. REPUBLICANS (or the Grand Old Partisans, like super ratface Dino Rossi would like to be mistaken as) can't be trusted with the reighns of power. "

cynic954 wrote on Sep 24, 2008 4:58 PM:

" TDN= The Democratic News "

country gal wrote on Sep 24, 2008 5:05 PM:

" Thank you, Erik, for answering our curious minds! "

Gondolapete wrote on Sep 24, 2008 5:06 PM:

" So someone criticizing the budget was not newsworthy??? What exactly was more important Erik?? Did she promise a new pony to all that voted for her? "

rest of the story wrote on Sep 24, 2008 5:11 PM:

" to Erik Olson: but I bet if it was Dino talking, and somebody shouted Gov. Gregoire's name at him, you would sure print that! And you wonder why people say the media is liberal and biased. "

PanDering wrote on Sep 24, 2008 5:15 PM:

" Okay okay
Ken Spring shouted "No more lies....I'm voting for Rossi" or something like that. Got in his car and drove away. Everybody just kept on doing what they were doing. That kind of thing happens at most rallies.
As for the HS Band, why not play for the Governor of the state. Why is that an issue? Is it written that they can only play for football fans? They're our kids, leave 'em alone.. Oh by the way I too am glad that the Governor came to town. Why not, we're worth it! "

turkeyhunterman wrote on Sep 24, 2008 5:51 PM:

" Sorry about my pathetic handle. I didn't want to use MY favorite vice presidents name like you did. I didn't think it would be very authentic. Glad you like Cheney though! "

DandyDem wrote on Sep 24, 2008 6:37 PM:

" Ken Spring (of the recent letter to the editor claiming he was much better off after 8 years of George Bush) didn't just "get in his car" - he hopped in his blue Corvette yelling "Tax Mongers".

Maybe business at his storage units has picked up as families lose their homes? "

coveredinit wrote on Sep 24, 2008 6:51 PM:

" TWERP: Too Wussie Even as a Rossi Supporter - Ken Spring. "

Lance Johnson wrote on Sep 24, 2008 7:12 PM:

" I find it very intresting that it was under tight wraps of where she was to appear. They must be worried about protesters. How many of the 100 or so people did she bring with her? My guess is probably half. I hear she travels with a huge paid staff. Good for Ken Spring, I bet the truth really hurts. Every time I hear that Dino ad where he mowed his neighbors lawn who had cancer it brings a tear to my eye. PS That isnt Ricky Bobby in the background its his daddy Race Bobby. "

Anderson82 wrote on Sep 24, 2008 9:00 PM:

" Come one people. Rossi???? Are you kidding me? The guy votes against teachers and many other important things Gregoire votes for.
Bottom line, Rossi = Trouble.
4 more years for Greoire "

JD Hogg wrote on Sep 24, 2008 9:11 PM:

" Bleh! I can't wait until this woman is out of the Governor's office! This state's economy just can't get much worse. By far the worst governor in Washington State history. Rossi '08! "

CowlitzSounding wrote on Sep 24, 2008 9:38 PM:

" Chris is my governor. Her record on the economy, education, and environment is outstanding. And did you see her wallop Dino in the debate. He only cares about taking your money for mammouth transportation projects in Puget Sound. Folks this is a no brainer. I wonder how Ammons missed this one? I think I might know. TDN has shown very little news about our state. Any tidbits we get are Zarelli blahthers. She has earned my vote! "

K wrote on Sep 24, 2008 10:03 PM:

" Vote for Gregoire = vote for education.

Nearly all educators agree that Gregoire is our hope for the future! "

Rain Countrygirl wrote on Sep 24, 2008 10:07 PM:

" Wow! Someone came to town and she left and we wouldn't have even known about it until it's OLD news. How sweet she brought a bag of groceries for the poor. I bet there was no filet minion in there! Now real news would have been if she came with truckloads to fill CAP's warehouse but then she is over budget. Right? Did our tax dollars pay for that bag of food? Just curious! "

concerned citizen wrote on Sep 24, 2008 11:21 PM:

" That many supporters showed up. Wow. Go Dino! "

Rain Countrygirl wrote on Sep 24, 2008 11:36 PM:

" Wow! Someone came to town and she left and we wouldn't have even known about it until it's OLD news. How sweet she brought a bag of groceries for the poor. I bet there was no filet minion in there! Now real news would have been if she came with truckloads to fill CAP's warehouse but then she is over budget. Right? Did our tax dollars pay for that bag of food? Just curious! "

Rain Countrygirl wrote on Sep 24, 2008 11:47 PM:

" K - I pray you don't live in the Kelso School District and/or have a child in need of Special Education! Where was Da Tax Lady when Education funds are being cut? Hope for Whose future? The ones who can afford private tutoring? I'm all for school bands and sports but the priorities must be on education of the basics to all children first and where there is leftover funds - give them the electives of sports and music or have the parents/chilren work out funding these. "

Rosey Glasses wrote on Sep 25, 2008 8:43 AM:

" I hate to say this, but she has done nothing to improve my situation. I had to find work out of state! Why? because their is no call for my line of work around here, I hold a BS in Business Accounting and years upon years in restaurants! I have watch out economy crumble at the hands of fueding political parties. It is not just the fault of the republican president, it is also the fault of democrats that will not be team players and work with all concerned. This is one of the biggest reasons that our economy is in the state it is in. There are many reasons for this... another is foreign interests buying American businesses and running them into the ground! (Terroristic tactics learned from the Japaneese and Chineese). WAKE UP PEOPLE! "

grams wrote on Sep 25, 2008 10:47 AM:

" Rosy Glasses
AHAH, someone else out there who has a pragmatic Bi-Partison understanding of things. Especially this latest Wall Street threat. When things get de-regulated to hell and there are no checks and balances greedy guts from all sides jump on the money now band wagon. Forign interest is exactly where the LNG issue bothers me the most. "Let the Market decide" A Republican attitude but we have a Democratic Governor who does not want to show bias so she won't commit in regard to how this will affect SW Washington. WAKE UP is right. We, as citizen activists need to rail at both parties to get back on track which means of the people , by the people, and FOR the people. "

press wrote on Sep 27, 2008 8:20 AM:

" h man you people would go bizzerks if you are where I am at.
The city mayor here takes kids out of school to hold up picket signs against higher electrical charges and political and church issues such as the reproductive bill not only do the kids get out of of school early but they must put in around a two mile parade with the signs and attend such rallies.
If they do not they have to pay a cash fine to the school private or public and lose a grade.
It is okay for the band to play for the Governor to visit since the school is Government paid...Duh!
If it was a private school then that would make it another story "

kitten wrote on Oct 6, 2008 8:42 PM:

" As usual it's the "lesser of two....".
Sure she is for teachers but she has broke our state to a point that she's not going to be able to pay for them. He wants to take away the small cost of living raise they got and institute "merit pay". Winners both aren't they? "

Former Chinook wrote on Oct 12, 2008 2:24 PM:

" First of all lets all get this straight, Gregoire did not win her election, she stole it. Nuf said! "

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