Author Profile John Stang John Stang is a freelance writer who often covers state government and the environment. He can be reached on email at johnstang_8@hotmail.com and on Twitter at @johnstang_8
Politics Exotic dancers face workplace hazards. Could the Legislature help? Washington Democrats may introduce a bill to address pay inconsistency and legal protections for dancers. by John Stang / January 9, 2019
Politics Could Washington state be the next AI frontier? As the state Legislature contemplates how it can help the emergent industry, the University of Washington lays the groundwork for a future workforce. by John Stang / December 21, 2018
Politics With Democrats in control, will Inslee finally get his capital gains tax? It's not the largest addition to the governor's proposed revenue plan, but it's likely to cause the most fuss. by John Stang / December 13, 2018
Politics Gov. Inslee calls for electric cars, high speed rail, but no climate tax State Democrats are confident they'll pass the $268M clean energy plan. by John Stang / December 11, 2018
Politics Can gold mining save a fading Washington town? For the Eastern Washington town of Republic, dreams of revival rest on a new approach to gold mining. by John Stang / December 5, 2018
Politics Frank Chopp gives up gavel, makes room for new House Speaker It will be months before a successor is named, but there is a short list of likely candidates. by John Stang / November 29, 2018
Politics WA prepares for challenges to net neutrality The Trump administration and the broadband industry are suing California for the right to slow down internet service. Could Washington be next? by John Stang / November 12, 2018
Politics State Democrats tighten hold on Olympia With more seats to work with, the party is positioned to move on environmental policy, health care and capital gains. by Mark Baumgarten & John Stang / November 6, 2018
Politics A Democrat won’t win in central WA, but can an independent? Candidate Ann Diamond is outperforming expectations but it may not be enough for a win. by John Stang / October 2, 2018
Environment A plan emerges to help Puget Sound’s embattled orcas The governor-appointed coalition calls for adding 10 killer whales to the local population over the next 10 years. by John Stang / September 25, 2018