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The IMPACT

The IMPACT

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Hosted by Mike McClanahan, The Impact is TVW’s weekly news show, covering decisions at the State Capitol and how they impact you.Copyright TVW Political Science Politics & Government
Episodes
  • Debating Tax Repeal Initiative 645 from October 14, 2026

    Debating Tax Repeal Initiative 645 from October 14, 2026
    14 Oct 2026
    his week we dive into the debate over Initiative 645. It’s an effort to repeal Washington’s new 9.9% state income tax on household income above $1 million.Featured interviews: I-645 supporter - Jamie Herrera Beutler, Former U.S. CongresswomanI-645 opponent - April Sims, Washington State Labor Council President
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    26 min
  • The Impact - WGU Washington 15 Years Later from October 7, 2026

    The Impact - WGU Washington 15 Years Later from October 7, 2026
    7 Oct 2026
    Fifteen years ago, lawmakers endorsed a new model of higher ed for working adults that measures competence, not credit hours. The result was Washington's first state-endorsed nonprofit online university.With 50,000 degrees awarded to state residents since then, what does the future hold for WGU Washington?
    Guest: Tonya Drake, Regional Vice President, Western Governors University
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    26 min
  • WA Cares Rollout from September 30, 2026

    WA Cares Rollout from September 30, 2026
    30 Sep 2026
    As the state’s long term care program enters the benefits phase, we’ll look at what families need to know about qualifying for help and how the WA Cares rollout stacks up to earlier safety-net program debuts. That segment features a panel discussion with DSHS Assistant Secretary Bea Rector and ESD’s director of insurance services, JR Richards.
    In other news, we'll highlight the latest tsunami scenario to watch and tell you which beach town is building a new escape tower.
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    26 min
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