We are told it is a time for change in our nation, but what about our state?

The state budget was increased 33 percent since 2005, and there are no tangible improvements to show for it. Think I’m kidding? Honestly, where did that money go to improve traffic congestion, education, ferry system, roads/bridges, illegal immigration or poverty? Where did the increase come from? Despite the irresponsible tax increases we are headed for a $2.4 BILLION dollar budget deficit in 2009, with nothing but bloated bureaucracy to show for it.

Dino Rossi offers bipartisan appeal and a willingness to make tough decisions when they are called for. He will work for the people and not special interests. He has received contributions from more than 27,000 Washingtonians and is statistically tied with the incumbent governor in recent polls

Want change while keeping your change in your pocket? Re-elect Dino Rossi.

-Mark L. Bowers

Issaquah