📰 From the NY Times: "When inequality gets extreme enough, it starts to exact a cost on the whole system." https://investwanow.org/iwn-updates/a-new-aristocracy

How real is "wealth flight"? Let's look at the evidence. Read the full article: https://sociology.cornell.edu/news/new-yorks-wealthy-warn-tax-exodus-after-mamdanis-win-data-says-otherwise

Turns out, Washingtonians want our programs funded -- and think billionaires and mega-millionaires should pay what they owe. Read our full release from last week ⬇️ https://investwanow.org/press-releases/fact-check-data-shows-high-income-households-dont-actually-leave-states-with-progressive-taxes

This is why we need the Millionaires Tax.

Let's debunk the myth of "wealth flight." Read the NY Times article: https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/02/upshot/mamdani-tax-the-rich.html

FACT CHECK: Do people actually move because of taxes? The truth is, not really. Read our fact check memo: https://investwanow.org/press-releases/fact-check-data-shows-high-income-households-dont-actually-leave-states-with-progressive-taxes

PRESS RELEASE: First Attack on Millionaires Tax Fails. "Polling shows Washingtonians overwhelmingly support fixing Washington’s upside down tax code..." https://investwanow.org/press-releases/first-attack-on-millionaires-tax-fails

In the New York Times! “[Wealth flight] is largely indeed a myth, and it’s more than that — it’s frankly almost propaganda." https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/02/upshot/mamdani-tax-the-rich.html?smid=nytcore-ios-share

Throwback! "The 'millionaires tax' will make our state better than ever — not just for the working class and poor, but for everyone who values a healthy and sustainable future." https://myedmondsnews.com/2026/04/commentary-a-millionaires-tax-lets-try-shared-prosperity/

Got questions about the Millionaires Tax? Start with this FAQ! https://budgetandpolicy.org/resources-tools/2026/02/BPC-Millionaires-Tax-FAQ-1.pdf

If you missed this in the NY Times, go back an take a listen. This is how billionaires avoid paying what they owe in taxes: https://investwanow.org/iwn-updates/our-tax-system-should-make-you-furious

Did you know? The Millionaires Tax funds the largest tax break for small businesses in Washington state history! Get all the facts here: https://opportunityinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/EOI-Millionaires-Tax-Explainer-March-2026.pdf

How is the Millionaires Tax going to make a difference for Washington families? Here are just a few ways ⬇️

"Our Tax System Should Make You Furious" How exactly do the wealthy avoid paying what they owe? Listen 🔊 https://www.nytimes.com/2026/04/17/opinion/ezra-klein-podcast-ray-madoff.html

How will the Millionaires Tax make your life more affordable? Get the facts here: https://opportunityinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/EOI-Millionaires-Tax-Explainer-March-2026.pdf

We get asked a lot: What does the Millionaires Tax mean for everyday Washingtonians? The Olympian published an article answering exactly that: https://investwanow.org/iwn-updates/what-does-millionaires-tax-mean-for-regular-wa-families-heres-what-it-does

Why are educators excited about the Millionaires Tax? Hear it from them ⬇️

What the Millionaires Tax means for you.

ICYMI! "Islanders can come together to support policies that reflect our values — fairness, opportunity, and strong public schools...." Read here: https://investwanow.org/iwn-updates/islanders-can-come-together-to-support-a-millionaires-tax-for-kids-and-families

🔴 RELEASE: "The Millionaires Tax is very popular, but these extremist groups are doing everything they can to shield billionaires from paying what they owe." https://investwanow.org/press-releases/statement-regarding-lawsuit-to-roll-back-tax-cuts-for-working-families-and-tax-on-mega-millionaires

Washingtonians are about to see… ✅ Twice as many families getting cash from Working Families Tax Credit ✅ Sales tax cuts on essentials ✅ Tax cuts for small businesses ✅ Free school meals for kids Send lawmakers a note of appreciation here ⬇️ investwanow.org/tell-lawmake... @investwanow.bsky.social

“The Millionaires Tax is a win for tax fairness!” With our legislative session in the rearview mirror, now is a great moment to thank your lawmakers for making this historic legislation reality. Send them a note here ⬇️ https://investwanow.org/tell-lawmakers-thank-you

Why do these community leaders support the Millionaires Tax? It's about helping those in our state who need it.

📰 New from Rick Steves! "The Millionaires Tax will make our state better than ever — not just for the working class and poor, but for everyone who values a healthy and sustainable future." https://myedmondsnews.com/2026/04/commentary-a-millionaires-tax-lets-try-shared-prosperity/

✔️ It’s official. Together, we passed one of the most historic pieces of legislation in state history. Thank you, and congratulations!!! Now, can we count on you to thank Gov Ferguson and other supportive lawmakers for championing this legislation? https://investwanow.org/tell-lawmakers-thank-you

🔴 NEW in the Everett Herald! "It's clear from my exam room to the aisles of the grocery store that there's an affordability crisis." https://www.heraldnet.com/2026/03/27/comment-a-fair-tax-code-is-a-health-care-issue-heres-why/

✍️ It's official! The Millionaires Tax is signed into law. HUGE THANK YOU to Governor Ferguson and all the lawmakers and advocates who have gotten us to this point. This fight isn't over, but our movement is only getting stronger.

The Millionaires Tax is a WIN for small businesses! Let's talk about it.

📰 In Seattle's Child! "Speaking for myself, if I’m ever fortunate enough to be subject to this tax it would be my honor to be a part of showing our children that we believe in them, and that we’re here to lift them up." Read ⬇️ https://www.seattleschild.com/seattle-school-funding-inequality-op-ed/

"It's about time." Read the full article in Fast Company ⬇️ https://www.fastcompany.com/91512154/washington-state-has-no-income-tax-it-just-passed-one-for-millionaires-that-could-be-a-model-for-other-states

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From the Puget Sound Business Journal! "Take it from us: Investing in the things we all need is good for our communities and our businesses." Read ⬇️ https://investwanow.org/iwn-updates/opinion-millionaires-tax-benefits-businesses-communities

It's important to remember why a fair tax code matters.

📰 NEW in the Olympian! "Thank you to the lawmakers who voted to fund our future by passing the Millionaires Tax!" Read the full op-ed ⬇️ https://www.theolympian.com/opinion/op-ed/article315041529.html

Did you know that "Millionaires Tax" is kind of a misnomer? Here's why ⬇️

We're looking forward to seeing this historic bill signed into law!

Not too shabby!

🟢 BREAKING: WA State House of Representatives passes The Millionaires Tax! Please send a THANK YOU to all the staff and lawmakers who worked through nearly 26 hours of debate to get the bill past this vital step. Take action here ⬇️ https://investwanow.org/pass-millionaires-tax

Representative Street: "I'm voting to cut taxes on working families. I'm voting to cut taxes on small businesses. That's real tax relief for those who need it."

FINAL PASSAGE TIME! Prime sponsor and #WALeg Finance Queen April Berg: We have been working towards this for decades. Berg says she came here for job opportunities and the wonderful nature. Many have followed her, increasing the usage of housing, health care, education services.

Representative Macri: "As our state has grown and continued to rely on sales tax, our ability to pay for basic services has diminished."

Representative Hill: "41 other states have an income tax... Massachussetts and Minnesota already passed a tax on high earners. And all those terrible predictions of people leaving those states? It didn't happen."

Representative Parshley: "We can keep our communities weird so tourists want to come to our communities. This is a pro business bill."

Representative Mena: "Our outdated tax structure no longer allows us to take care of one another."

Dispatch from Olympia: Emily's version! (Associate Director of Campaigns Emily Vyhnanek braving the elements to talk about the #MillionairesTax and to thank all the #WaLeg lawmakers doing such great work to pass this bill for the people of WA!)

After almost 24 hours of discussion over amendments, we are on to debate over final passage of The Millionaires Tax! Representative April Berg: "As a state, we are struggling to fund vital services, and we are in desperate need of foundational tax reform."

We're all going to owe our Millionaires Tax champions a big THANK YOU after this! Here's the up to date link for watching the debate: tvw.org/video/house-...

Debate in the House continues, and it could still continue for some time! Here are the three links you need for your day Send your lawmakers a note of support: investwanow.org/tell-lawmake... Call your Reps in support: investwanow.org/call-lawmake... Watch the debate: tvw.org/video/house-...

The WA Millionaires Tax is hitting the House floor! tvw.org/video/house-...

It has begun, the #WALeg House has begun debate on the Millionaires Tax! This is the final vote in the House, and once it passes here (and the Senate concurs in any changes), then it's on to @governorferguson.bsky.social's desk to become law!