Tag Archives: Initiative 912
Eyman is wrong: Voters have repeatedly agreed with Gov. Chris Gregoire’s fiscal positions when it counts
In his latest diatribe to supporters, journalists, and elected leaders, initiative profiteer Tim Eyman trumpets a new SurveyUSA poll that he says proves the governor is unpopular. Eyman’s subject line said it all: “RE: Gregoire pushes for higher taxes — new poll shows voters HATE her now more than ever — coincidence? No way!” The [...]
Posted in Rethinking and Reframing
Also tagged Initiative 1033, Initiative 920, Initiative 985
Setting the record straight on I-900, I-912
Yesterday, Tim Eyman sent out an e-mail congratulating all his supporters on the success of Initiative 900, saying “All of you helped make I-900 a success. We received over 2400 donations (average contribution was $247.10).” It’s worth noting that Initiative 900 would have been doomed had it not been for the tremendous financial backing provided [...]
Posted in Election Postmortem, Statements & Advisories
Also tagged Initiative 900
Eyman loses big in 2005 election
This year’s election will long be remembered as a turning point in Washington’s history. While Initiative 900 passed, Initiative 912 failed in a stunning defeat for Tim Eyman, who had latched on to the effort spearheaded by KVI talk show hosts John Carlson and Kirby Wilbur. Initiative 900 was passing with about 56% of the [...]
Posted in Election Postmortem
Also tagged Initiative 900
The real Eyman initiative was defeated yesterday
Initiative 900, Tim Eyman’s attempt to remain relevant, may have passed with misplaced support, but the real Eyman initiative – Initiative 912 – was being defeated by voters yesterday. Tim Eyman did not sponsor Initiative 912. He was not involved in the signature drive and he didn’t really go out and campaign for the initiative. [...]
Posted in Election Postmortem, Statements & Advisories
Time to Vote….Today is Election Day
If you’re a registered voter and you haven’t yet voted, please do so, whether you go to the polls or receive your ballot in the mail. Remember to vote NO on Initiatives 900, 912, and 330. Vote YES on Initiatives 901 and 336. Also remember to vote for Ron Sims if you live in King [...]
Posted in Announcements
Also tagged Initiative 330, Initiative 336, Initiative 900, Initiative 901
Eyman attacks courageous lawmakers
In an e-mail to supporters today, copied to the media, Tim Eyman tried to attack and vilify lawmakers for their tremendous courage in passing legislation that will move Washington forward. Tim also revealed that he needs a civic lesson. If Mr. Eyman knew anything about the government of the United States of America and of [...]
Posted in Legislation & Testimony, Statements & Advisories
Eyman’s phony view of reality
In a email to supporters yesterday (copied to the media), Tim Eyman again extended his electronic tin can, asking supporters to make a contribution to his “Help Us Help Ourselves” compensation fund. He also didn’t waste an opportunity to make a number of feel-good statements about his activities, presenting a phony view of reality. So, [...]
Posted in Rethinking and Reframing, Statements & Advisories
Also tagged Initiative 900
