COMMENTARY: Washington can’t solve the housing crisis by missing the bigger picture

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Washington is facing a housing emergency. On that point, leaders from across the political spectrum can agree.

During my time as a state lawmaker, I was proud to co-sponsor legislation to raise the minimum wage, bringing Washington wages closer to a true living wage. But even the highest minimum wage possible isn’t enough to keep up with today’s runaway housing costs.

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