History & Politics

Rosa Franklin was the first Black woman elected to the Washington State Senate. She served one term in the House of Representatives from 1991-1993....

In the sequel to his popular Washington Territory, author Robert E. Ficken, ably and with characteristically wry humor, describes Washington State'...

An anything-but-dry history textbook in a take-it-with-you package, Washington’s History is a fascinating walk through the sweeping story of a plac...

Exploring Washington's Majestic State Capitol by Cathleen M. Norman. An introduction to the scenic Capitol Campus and its historic architecture and...

Washington State is a place of political mavericks. Split tickets are a source of pride and independent voters outnumber Democrats and Republicans....

Kids can now practice their skills in vocabulary, reading, writing, social studies, math, and science while getting to know the state they love! Ea...

Helen Sommers served in the Washington House of Representatives from 1972 to 2009. She represented the 36th district as a Democrat. At the time of ...

From the Washington State Legislature Oral History Program, these books capture and preserve personal recollections and perspectives of individuals...

Sausage is an unvarnished behind-the-scenes look at how Congress works -- or sometimes, doesn't work. Written by former Congressman Denny Heck of W...