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Thursday, September 2, 2010 - Page updated at 02:00 a.m.

Among the thorniest debates facing Congress when it returns to work next month is whether to extend the Bush-era tax cuts. It's a dispute that's echoed in Washington state's U.S. Senate race between Democratic incumbent Sen. Patty Murray and Republican challenger Dino Rossi.

State Dems face tough races

Politics Northwest

Seattle Times political reporters provide the latest news and analysis for the November elections. One Senate seat, various state and national legislative seats, six initiatives and other races are up for grabs this election season. See the latest regional primary election results and results for major state primary races.

Latest from the blog: Democrats attack Rossi's "sleazy" lobbyist ties NEW - 9/01, 11:26 AM

The Truth Needle

The Seattle Times political team investigates the claims of candidates and campaigns. In the second edition of the Truth Needle, we investigate claims made by Sen. Patty Murray regarding teachers' jobs.
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Washington senate race

Murray, Rossi clash on tax-cut renewal

38th District incumbent from Everett falls behind

Truth Needle | False: Murray's statement about teachers' jobs

Murray, Rossi advance in Senate race

Senate hopeful Dino Rossi sticks to economic message

Murray touts bringing home the bucks

GOP candidates Rossi, Didier, Akers face off in debate

Clint Didier: 'Rugged individualism' and blunt, angry rhetoric

Washington Congressional races

Reichert will face DelBene

Pierce County may hold key to win in 8th Congressional District

Rep. Jim McDermott facing six challengers

Rep. Smith, seeking 8th term, faces three rivals in primary

Two GOP newcomers ready to take on Inslee

2nd Congressional District: Koster, incumbent Larsen focus on economy — very differently

For Reichert challenger, it's all about the economy

GOP sets sights on state's key 3rd District

Legislative and other races

Yes votes take lead on Everett school levy

Seattle municipal judge candidate appeals voter-guides rules

McDermott will face Toledo in race for King County Council seat

Voters split on lifting school districts' levy rates

Labor targets: Berkey in a fight, Hobbs cruising in Snohomish County

Johnson wins, Sanders ahead in Supreme Court races

Three in 31st District aim to unseat incumbent Pam Roach

4 candidates vie for Metropolitan King County Council 8th District seat

Washington initiatives

Liquor initiatives stir up old dispute

6 initiatives appear headed for fall ballot

Income-tax battle expected to be costly, maybe nasty

Twitter hashtags are being used to communicate news and information about the 2010 General Election. Here are some of the most popular political hashtags being used in Washington state.

#waelex News about the 2010 General Election in WA.
#wasen News pertaining to the Washington Senate race.
#waleg News pertaining to the Washington State Legislature.
#wcot Washington Conservatives on Twitter.
#wadem News pertaining to the WA Democratic Party.

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