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2 stories matching gridlock

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  1. The Rowdy Election of the Territorial Printer

    Washington's early legislature devolves into political gridlock as members brawl over the powerful and lucrative appointment of the official Territorial Printer.

    Jan 17, 1863Washington StandardOlympia, Thurston CountyCity Hall

  2. The Chaos of Washington's Pre-Civil War Legislature

    As the nation teetered on the brink of war, Olympia's Eighth Legislative Session descended into partisan bickering, salary disputes, and frantic attempts to define Washington Territory's loyalty to the Union.

    Feb 16, 1861Washington StandardOlympia, Thurston CountyCity Hall

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