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Vote Approve 8201 this November to help seniors and disabled Washingtonians, all while holding the state accountable and protecting taxpayers. Learn more at Approve8201.org

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From our news release:

05.11.2025 05:39 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Washington voters are approving 8201!

"Fire fighters, nurses, home care aides and other supporters cheered early ballot returns showing voter approval of Amendment 8201, the only statewide measure on voters’ ballots this election."

05.11.2025 05:35 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Tomorrow is the deadline to vote APPROVE on 8201!

Need to tell a friend what 8201 is all about? Our website FAQ has you covered: https://www.approve8201.org/faq

03.11.2025 20:18 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Debate highlight!

Here's Heather Weiner from our campaign team sharing what 8201 is all about.

01.11.2025 21:29 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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8201 means no fund raiding!

It requires that 100% of investment income earned by the state’s Long-Term Care Fund is spent on long-term care services for vulnerable seniors and people with disabilities. Your money will be there when you need it.

30.10.2025 18:20 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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8201 has support across the political spectrum!

For a full list of endorsers, check out our website: https://www.approve8201.org/who-supports-8201

29.10.2025 17:20 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Have you sent in your ballot yet?

If you have, check on your friends and family and share our website so they can get up to speed on what 8201 is all about ⬇️ https://www.approve8201.org/

27.10.2025 20:48 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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8201 has support from across the political spectrum!

Remember, you can find our full list of endorsers here: https://www.approve8201.org/who-supports-8201

25.10.2025 00:02 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 1
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The Everett Herald calls for a YES on 8201!
https://www.heraldnet.com/opinion/editorial-yes-on-sjr-8201-a-prudent-investment-for-wa-cares/

22.10.2025 22:48 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Woohoo! Unanimous support for a great initiative for the people of WA! #Approve8201

21.10.2025 17:57 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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"One instant can change everything. That's why I'm voting to approve Amendment 8201."

Watch our campaign's second ad, "Instant."

21.10.2025 19:38 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
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NEW: The Stranger has endorsed 8201! That means we've received UNANIMOUS support from editorial boards across Washington state.

Read the full endorsement here:
https://www.thestranger.com/stranger-election-control-board/2025/10/17/80286641/the-strangers-general-election-2025-voting-guide

20.10.2025 22:53 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
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"My job as a firefighter is to save lives. You can too by approving 8201."

Watch our new ad, "Lifesaver."

18.10.2025 18:38 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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"I’m going to vote to approve Amendment 8201, which will build up this critical fund at no cost to us, so it’s there not just for me, but for future generations.”

- Melissah, Caregiver

16.10.2025 22:46 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Washingtonians: Looking to make a positive impact on healthcare & long-term care access this November? Vote Approve on Measure 8201

Join nurses, firefighters, unions, & advocates by voting to strengthen our long-term care fund, while preventing politicians from raiding it. www.approve8201.org

16.10.2025 06:08 β€” πŸ‘ 11    πŸ” 4    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 0
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β€œLong-term care is crucial for individuals living with serious chronic diseases like Multiple Sclerosis."

That's why the National MS Society has endorsed 8201!

Read the full release ⬇️ https://www.approve8201.org/news-releases/press-release-10-9-2025

15.10.2025 22:16 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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First responders and healthcare workers understand why 8201 matters for Washingtonians.

Check out our full news release from last Thursday's press conference: https://www.approve8201.org/news-releases/press-release-10-9-2025

13.10.2025 17:52 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ“° In the Everett Herald!
https://www.heraldnet.com/opinion/comment-yes-on-sjr-8201-will-enhance-wa-cares-ltc-benefit/

11.10.2025 17:46 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

In the face of rising healthcare costs & federal funding uncertainty, Washingtonians can take action to strengthen our long-term care fund.
@wsna.bsky.social supports @approve8201.bsky.social alongside firefighters, caregivers, advocates, & a bipartisan supermajority of WA state lawmakers

09.10.2025 21:11 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ“Έ Photos from this morning's rally!

09.10.2025 20:44 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
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πŸ“£ REMINDER: Join us tomorrow to rally in support of 8201!

Find details here ⬇️ https://www.approve8201.org/approve-8201-events/october-9

08.10.2025 17:46 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🟒 NEW! The Tri-City Herald has endorsed 8201!

"That sort of investment income could protect the long-term solvency of the fund."

Read the full endorsement ⬇️ https://www.tri-cityherald.com/opinion/editorials/article312354490.html

07.10.2025 16:46 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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The future of long-term care is on the ballot this November!

Join us October 9th for a rally and press conference in support of SJR 8201 by RSVPing here ⬇️
https://www.approve8201.org/approve-8201-events/october-9

06.10.2025 18:00 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Did you know? Over 100 leaders and organizations have endorsed 8201!

See the full list on our campaign website: https://www.approve8201.org/who-supports-8201

03.10.2025 23:00 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Approve 8201 has wide, bipartisan support across the political spectrum!

Nurses, fire fighters, AARP, the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Washington Health Care Association, and more than 100 organizations and leaders support 8201.

30.09.2025 21:00 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🟒 NEW in the Washington State Standard!

Read the full story ⬇️ https://washingtonstatestandard.com/2025/09/29/why-first-responders-want-to-see-wa-diversify-its-long-term-care-fund-investments/

30.09.2025 00:19 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🟒 NEW in the Seattle Times!

"When I needed long-term care, I had to pay out-of-pocket because my parents were unable to take time off to care for me."

Read the full letter ⬇️ https://www.seattletimes.com/opinion/letters-to-the-editor/long-term-care-commonsense/

25.09.2025 21:02 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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New letter in The Columbian!

"When my mother had a stroke, I quit my job to take care of her. I’ve felt the strain of caregiving firsthand."
https://www.columbian.com/news/2025/sep/15/letter-support-long-term-care-on-ballot/

22.09.2025 21:18 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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New letter in the Snohomish Tribune!

"I’m a caregiver in my 60s. My father who is nearing 90 has dementia and Alzheimer’s."
https://www.snoho.com/news/2025/sep/17/vote-yes-on-sjr8201-in-november-to-let-wa-cares-fund-to-grow/

19.09.2025 23:19 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🟒 BREAKING: The #SeattleTimes recommends an "Approve" vote on 8201!

Read the full article: https://www.seattletimes.com/opinion/editorials/the-seattle-times-editorial-board-recommends-approve-sjr-8201-to-grow-wa-cares-fund/

18.09.2025 00:09 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0