Building an economy that works for everyone
Good public policy improves all our lives
Washington’s economy works far better for wealthy and powerful interests than it does for everyone else, and that’s by design.
But it doesn’t have to be that way. At EOI, we develop policy solutions that strengthen our communities and economy.
Power this work
Our work is powered by donations from people who believe in our mission. Your support during our end-of-year campaign makes our advocacy for a fairer and more equitable economy possible. Transforming public policy takes everyone.
Policies for a stronger, more equitable economy
We all want to live in thriving communities where everyone has the resources they need to build a good life for themselves and the people they care about.
Progressive Revenue
Washington’s tax code is upside down. We need a balanced tax system where we all pay our fair share and public revenue sustainably funds the services our communities and economy rely on to grow.
Health care
Lawmakers can make health care more accessible and affordable for all by controlling costs, expanding corporate accountability, increasing subsidies, and eventually shifting to a universal health care system.
Dignified Work & Resilient Communities
Good jobs with fair wages, strong benefits, and safe conditions are the bedrock of dignified work, thriving communities, and a stable economy. And no one should have to choose between going to work and caring for themselves or a loved one.
Reports & Articles
This report provides a series of data snapshots that illustrate our state’s progress toward embedding the values of fairness, care, and opportunity into the foundations of our economy.
We are prevented from realizing shared prosperity because of the robber baron practice of buy, borrow, die.
Washington state’s taxes require too little of those with the highest incomes.
Washington’s upside-down tax code not only furthers inequity, it also creates annual deficits in the state’s budget.
Support Our Work
Now, more than ever, we need to safeguard the hard-won progress we’ve made in Washington. Federal budget cuts and other actions are threatening decades of progress. Please donate today to support our mission. One-third of our support comes from individuals like you who want a future where fairness, care, and opportunity are a part of life for every Washingtonian.