Washington Gov. Jay Inslee is optimistic about the state’s future. The way the Democrat sees it, he’s had the “greatest job in the country” for the past 12 years.
Inslee’s gubernatorial career is now coming to a close, and he met with a handful of state Capitol reporters Thursday to reflect on his legacy.
Topics ranged from his stance on gun safety — he highlighted efforts to fight the NRA — to the dangers of misinformation and algorithmic echo chambers.
He also formally debunked a nagging rumor that he’s moving to Idaho; he is not. Nor will he be running for president again.
Inslee told McClatchy that he did his best every day to help Washingtonians realize their dreams.
“I’m proud of that work,” Inslee said, citing the state’s responses to climate change and COVID-19. “I think we’ve had an astounding 12 years as Washington — and I credit Washington for that, not me.”
The ‘Idaho’ rumor
For months, Inslee’s team has denied a stubborn rumor that he plans to pack his bags for Idaho . He said Thursday that it’s the No. 1 question he gets asked while walking down the sidewalk.