GOP Rules, Water Resilience, and a Call for Change | Spokane News

The local GOP’s new rule banning Republican endorsements from Democrats who haven’t disavowed “socialists or communists” is both bizarre and deeply disrespectful—labeling anyone who supports progressive policies as anti-American feels dangerously simplistic. Meanwhile, Rep. Baumgartner’s loyalty to MAGA leadership is sparking calls for a more locally grounded alternative like Carmela Conroy. On a brighter note, Spokane’s water system proved its worth during the devastating fires—thanks to smart planning and heroic staff, it kept flowing despite extreme pressure, reminding us how vital infrastructure and public servants are when we least expect it. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/f6d7e6ad50423bcc