Posts by Julie Watts

About Julie Watts, Government Affairs Liaison

Julie is based in Olympia, where she works to strengthen relationships with legislative partners and to advocate for our policy priorities.

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Blog Post Federal leaders must keep money flowing to support equitable economic recovery Republican COVID-19 relief plan doesn’t meet need of Washingtonians By Julie Watts - July 28, 2020

Blog Post Low blow: Trump proposal would increase economic hardship Lowering the poverty measure would make it less accurate and cut people off basic supports By Julie Watts - June 13, 2019

Blog Post Budget in focus: Lawmakers made so-so investments in community health The final state budget left many basic needs unmet By Julie Watts - May 28, 2019

Blog Post Families face obstacles to economic security Policymakers need to take steps to keep families from falling behind while they're working By Julie Watts - October 23, 2018

Blog Post Set kids up for success from early learning through higher education By Julie Watts - July 10, 2018

Blog Post Lawmakers must reinvest in WorkFirst to restore the promise of basic support to families facing poverty By Julie Watts - January 30, 2018

Blog Post Governor’s initiative on economic security is a big win for Washington’s families By Julie Watts - November 29, 2017

Blog Post New Census Numbers: To Build Thriving Communities, Invest in Removing Barriers to Economic Security By Julie Watts - September 18, 2017