Tom Forbes

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BIOGRAPHY

Tom was born and raised in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia, but now calls the rolling hills of the Palouse region of Washington state home.

A 1985 graduate of Ferrum College with a degree in International Relations, Tom has been active in politics since he was a delegate to the 1993 Virginia Republican Party Convention, the largest ever deliberative body assembled in the Western world at the time. He currently serves as a Precinct Committee Officer in the Whitman County (WA) Republican Party. He was the Whitman County coordinator for Mike Huckabee for President 2008, has managed/advised several campaigns for local and statewide office, and is very involved in grassroots political movements.

Tom founded the conservative blog Palousitics in June 2005, joining the Red County network of blogs in August 2008. His political viewpoints have also been featured in a local newspaper column and a weekly radio talk show.

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And Obama Did Bringeth Forth Jobs to All 57 States

By Tom Forbes | 11/17/09

And when it was election time, his disciple Gregoire came to The One, saying, This Washington economy is a desert place, and the time is now past; send the multitude away, that they may go into the villages, and find themselves their own jobs. But Obama said unto her, They need not depart; give ye them a stimulus. And she said unto him, We have here in Washington but nine Congressional districts. He said, Bring the... read more »

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McMorris Rodgers: Not One GOP Vote for Obamacare

By Tom Forbes | 11/06/09

Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA,) the Vice-Chair of the House Republican Conference just told me in a blogger conference call that not one single Republican is expected to vote for the proposed Democratic healthcare reform legislation expected to be voted on by Congress this weekend. Rep. Doc Hastings (R-WA) related that one of his colleagues in the House characterized the current debate on healthcare as being between only "the left... read more »

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Washington Voters, You Just Gave Olympia the Green Light for Higher Taxes

By Tom Forbes | 11/05/09

KIRO talker Dori Monson nailed it with this evaluation of Tuesday's election here in Washington: This may be the most singular one-party state in the nation. New Jersey and Virginia voted for Obama a year ago - but for Republican governors tonight... Liberal Maine rejected gay marriage... Blue-state California voters earlier this year rejected tax increases... But in Washington, our one-controlling-party mentallity rolls on. King County... read more »

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Meanwhile, Over the Border...

By Tom Forbes | 11/04/09

With all precincts reporting, incumbent Moscow Mayor Nancy Chaney has won an extremely narrow victory (40 votes) over John Weber. Could they be headed to a recount? If Chaney's win holds, it is not great news for Whitman County. Relations between Moscow and Whitman County have been stormy during Chaney's administration. On the Moscow City Council, Susan Scott, Walter Steed, and Tim Brown are the winners. All in... read more »

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Interview with Susan Fagan, Likely Winner in Washington 9th Legislative District Statehouse Race

By Tom Forbes | 11/04/09

I had a chance to talk with Susan Fagan, the likely winner of tonight's election for state representative in the Washington 9th Legislative District, after the first round of votes had been tallied: RC: Obviously, the numbers look really good for you right now. You can't really declare victory yet, but what are you feeling? Susan Fagan: I'm really grateful for where the numbers are now. It is a clear indication... read more »

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Mood Upbeat at Fagan Headquarters

By Tom Forbes | 11/04/09

Susan Fagan just addressed her supporters at her election headquarters here in Pullman, While not declaring victory yet, Fagan was understandably confident with a nearly 11 point lead after early returns came in tonight. Pullman Ward 3 City Council Jeff Hawbaker candidate told the crowd that the results were closer than he expected (5 votes,) but that he believes things will go his way. Pullman City Council Ward 1 candidate Bill Paul... read more »

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Early Results

By Tom Forbes | 11/03/09

Susan Fagan, Terry Nealey ahead comfortably for state representative. Jeff Hawbaker and Dave Gibney in a dead heat in Pullman City Council Ward 3. Bill Paul out way ahead of Jeff Williams in Ward 1. I-1033 losing and R-71 winning. Dow Constantine up big over Susan Hutchison for King County Executive. read more »

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Races We're Following Tonight

By Tom Forbes | 11/03/09

I'm at Susan Fagan campaign headquarters in Pullman as a seemingly interminable election to replace Don Cox in the Washington House of Representatives finally reaches its end. Here are the races I'm watching tonight: Virginia Governor - A clean sweep for the GOP in the Governor, Lieutenant Governor, and Attorney General races. Expected, but nevertheless a sweet turn of events in my home state. New Jersey Governor - AP and NBC have... read more »

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3 Reasons to Approve Charter Amendment 3

By Tom Forbes | 11/03/09

Pierce County voters today will decide the fate of Charter Amendment 3, which if passed, would modify the county charter to eliminate ranked choice voting and restore the primary and general election system for all county elected offices. Here are three good reasons to approve Charter Amendment 3: 1. Takoma Park, Maryland Is Not Tacoma, Washington - 63% of Pierce County voters dislike ranked choice voting. This... read more »

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TONIGHT: Live Election Coverage Starting at 7:00 PM

By Tom Forbes | 11/03/09

I'll be live blogging from Susan Fagan election headquarters in Pullman tonight starting at 7:00 PM. I'll have up-to-the-minute election results from the state representative, Pullman City Council and statewide initiative races, reaction from local elected officials, and my take on the day's events here in Pullman as well as in King County, New York, Virginia, and New Jersey. If you'd like to join in on the fun, head to the... read more »