diversity of its products. From the high technology & manufacturing industries of the Puget Sound area to the agricultural products of Central & Eastern Washington, Senator Murray knows how vital trade is to our state. Veterans The daughter of a World War II combat veteran and the first woman ever to sit on the United States Senate Veteran's Affairs Committee, Senator Murray has been named "1998 Legislator of the Year" by the Vietnam Veterans Association for her leadership on Veterans issues.Linda Smith has her grass-roots policy deeply imbedded within her platform. Linda Smith will fight for a smaller, more accountable government that empowers ourfamilies and protects freedom Linda Smith will protect our commitments to our older neighbors, our nations veterans and our children. Linda Smith will advance free and fair trade as a strong negotiator for Washingtonsproducts and working families. Linda Smith will stand strong against tyranny and speak out for human rights for allpeople, in all lands. Linda Smith will work to reduce the tax burden upon our families and our small businesses. She will work to eliminate the marriage penalty tax and the inheritance tax. Linda Smith will continue to reform our nations campaign laws. She will fight to restore the peoples voice and end the influence of special interests in our government. Linda Smith will remain steadfast in her refusal to accept special interests checks from lobbyists. Linda Smith will stand up against those who wish to use Social Security dollars to fund other government programs. Linda Smith will passionately advocate a strong America that defends our families and protects...
