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Former Washington governor rips her own party for pushing millionaires out
- Former Washington governor Christine Gregoire criticizes Democrats for taxing high earners and impacting small business.
- The state’s 9.9% tax on income above $1 million was approved in 2026 and will take effect in 2029.
- Starbucks announced moving 2,000 corporate jobs to Nashville after the tax approval.
- Gregoire argues tax changes will drive away wealth and reduce philanthropy and capital gains in the state.
- Gregoire criticizes Democratic House members for lacking business experience to understand tax impacts.
- The tax policy is part of a broader debate about Washington’s economic direction ahead of 2028 rollouts.
- Seattle leadership faced criticism connected to the tax and business climate.
- The tax policy is framed as targeting 'millionaires' and high earners in Washington.
- Fox News frames the story with emphasis on political and business reactions to tax policy.
- Governor Christine Gregoire cites a need for fiscal responsibility and predictability for businesses.
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