WashCOG newsletter: Waiting on the governor; social media efforts; and we want to talk with you!

September 2025 —

The governor’s still stalling.

It has been seven months since Gov. Bob Ferguson told state agencies to stop weekly auto-deletion of internal electronic messages while he reviewed and determined a policy within six months. We’re still waiting; learn more about this delayed yet much-needed policy.

Getting social with you.

WashCOG is getting more active on social media as we strive to be more effective with our outreach. Here’s our new strategy to reach out more often and effectively.

State House shuns transparency.

We’re appalled at the new policy allowing legislators to immediately delete a growing number of emails and auto-delete many more after 30 days.

Finally, we want a word with you about secrecy.

The Washington Coalition for Open Government would like to visit with your organization to talk about secrecy creeping into the halls of government. WashCOG wants to help everyone understand what is at stake.

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