Public Unions Fund Tax Defense | Seattle News

Public sector unions are pouring millions into the “No on 645” campaign to keep Washington’s income tax alive — a move critics say reveals their self-serving motives. With big contributions from the Washington Federation of State Employees and SEIU groups, the unions are clearly protecting their own financial interests, especially since the tax hits higher earners and funds the state’s general fund. As Brian Heywood of “Let’s Go Washington” puts it, their spending proves they’re “hand in the trough.” The Public Disclosure Commission confirms the funding, and the unions remain silent on the issue — leaving the money trail as the loudest voice in the debate. 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/4effa4f99a814428