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Tuesday, September 15, 2026

Podcast: GOP Bill Targets WA State Equity Office, Critics Warn Of Harm To Communities Of Color

A new GOP-led bill seeks to dismantle the Washington State Office of Equity, established to ensure equitable access to state services and promote racial justice. Proponents argue it would reduce taxpayer expenditure, while opponents view it as a direct assault on communities of color. Paula Sardinhas, President and CEO of FMS Global Strategies and a prominent critic of the bill, discusses the potential consequences.

Interview by Chris B. Bennett.

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