George Fearing grew up the son of a preacher, and while his father's ministries took him all over the country, he always felt a connection to Eastern Washington. He spent much of his childhood in the region, went to college in Walla Walla, and returned to the Tri-Cities upon completion of his law degree in 1982. He has stayed there ever since. read more »
"The taxpayers are at risk over time. There is no question this is a massive intrusion into our economy by the government. It sets a terrible precedence."
- U.S. Rep. Doc Hastings (R) on the $700 billion financial industry aid plan that he voted against.