Category Archives: Education

Three thoughts on the Seaquist Richards debate

Posted on October 11, 2012 by Derek Young

This morning at the Gig Harbor Chamber of Commerce’s Thursday morning Public Affairs forum, Rep. Larry Seaquist and Doug Richards had their debate. It was a great crowd and both candidates did a fairly good job giving concrete policy responses … Continue reading →

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Higher Education and Economic Development in Washington

Posted on March 23, 2012 by Derek Young

As I’ve mentioned before, I represent Pierce County’s non-Tacoma cities on the Puget Sound Regional Council Executive Board. It’s where regional planning, transportation, and economic development decisions are made in the four county area. It’s usually pretty routine, if important … Continue reading →

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