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Statewide Ballot Measures

Initiative #1351

  • VOTE YES

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  • Washington state was ranked as having the fourth most crowded classrooms in the country, making it hard for teachers to teach and students to learn. Like I-728, which was approved by voters in the 2000 election, I-1351 defines specific class size goals that would be reached over four years. It sets a goal of 15 students per teacher in K-3 grades in schools that have high rates of poverty, with higher ratios set for grades beyond third. To meet these goals, schools would have to hire 7,500 new teachers across the state. Some progressives oppose I-1351 because it is expensive, does not include a funding source, and could preclude other important investments. We are recommending a yes vote to send a strong message to the legislature to fully fund education.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05
    Washington state was ranked as having the fourth most crowded classrooms in the country, making it hard for teachers to teach and students to learn. Like I-728, which was approved by voters in the 2000 election, I-1351 defines specific class size goals that would be reached over four years. It sets a goal of 15 students per teacher in K-3 grades in schools that have high rates of poverty, with higher ratios set for grades beyond third. To meet these goals, schools would have to hire 7,500 new teachers across the state. Some progressives oppose I-1351 because it is expensive, does not include a funding source, and could preclude other important investments. We are recommending a yes vote to send a strong message to the legislature to fully fund education.
    Washington state was ranked as having the fourth most crowded classrooms in the country, making it hard for teachers to teach and students to learn. Like I-728, which was approved by voters in the 2000 election, I-1351 defines specific class size goals that would be reached over four years. It sets a goal of 15 students per teacher in K-3 grades in schools that have high rates of poverty, with higher ratios set for grades beyond third. To meet these goals, schools would have to hire 7,500 new teachers across the state. Some progressives oppose I-1351 because it is expensive, does not include a funding source, and could preclude other important investments. We are recommending a yes vote to send a strong message to the legislature to fully fund education.

    Vote YES for smaller class sizes

    Washington state was ranked as having the fourth most crowded classrooms in the country, making it hard for teachers to teach and students to learn. Like I-728, which was approved by voters in the 2000 election, I-1351 defines specific class size goals that would be reached over four years. It sets a goal of 15 students per teacher in K-3 grades in schools that have high rates of poverty, with higher ratios set for grades beyond third. To meet these goals, schools would have to hire 7,500 new teachers across the state.

    • Endorsed By The Stranger, Washington State Labor Council, Service Employees International Union, Washington CAN!, Bellevue School Board, Walla Walla School Board, Tacoma Council PTA

Initiative #591

  • VOTE NO

  • I-591 prevents Washington state from adopting any standards for background checks that are stronger than the relatively weak requirements in our Federal law. It would maintain the loophole that allows domestic abusers and other convicted criminals to purchase firearms over the Internet or in a parking lot. The gun lobby filed Initiative 591 to confuse and distract voters from supporting universal background checks. Vote no on Initiative 591.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05
    I-591 prevents Washington state from adopting any standards for background checks that are stronger than the relatively weak requirements in our Federal law. It would maintain the loophole that allows domestic abusers and other convicted criminals to purchase firearms over the Internet or in a parking lot. The gun lobby filed Initiative 591 to confuse and distract voters from supporting universal background checks. Vote no on Initiative 591.
    I-591 prevents Washington state from adopting any standards for background checks that are stronger than the relatively weak requirements in our Federal law. It would maintain the loophole that allows domestic abusers and other convicted criminals to purchase firearms over the Internet or in a parking lot. The gun lobby filed Initiative 591 to confuse and distract voters from supporting universal background checks. Vote no on Initiative 591.

    Vote NO on I-591

    I-591 prevents Washington state from adopting any standards for background checks that are stronger than the relatively weak requirements in our Federal law. It would maintain the loophole that allows domestic abusers and other convicted criminals to purchase firearms over the Internet or in a parking lot. The gun lobby filed Initiative 591 to confuse and distract voters from supporting universal background checks. Vote no on Initiative 591.

Initiative #594

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  • Initiative 594 is simple: it makes sure that anyone buying a gun in Washington state passes the same background check, no matter where they buy the gun and no matter whom they buy it from. It closes the loophole in our law that allows criminals, domestic abusers and other dangerous people to buy guns from strangers – in parking lots, on the Internet, and at gun shows – with no questions asked.

    Criminal and public safety background checks dramatically reduce dangerous people’s access to guns. Supporters gathered more than 345,000 signatures to place this common sense proposal on the ballot after the legislature failed to act. Please vote yes on I-594 and ensure that we close the private gun sales loophole and help save lives.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05
    Initiative 594 is simple: it makes sure that anyone buying a gun in Washington state passes the same background check, no matter where they buy the gun and no matter whom they buy it from. It closes the loophole in our law that allows criminals, domestic abusers and other dangerous people to buy guns from strangers – in parking lots, on the Internet, and at gun shows – with no questions asked.

    Criminal and public safety background checks dramatically reduce dangerous people’s access to guns. Supporters gathered more than 345,000 signatures to place this common sense proposal on the ballot after the legislature failed to act. Please vote yes on I-594 and ensure that we close the private gun sales loophole and help save lives.
    Initiative 594 is simple: it makes sure that anyone buying a gun in Washington state passes the same background check, no matter where they buy the gun and no matter whom they buy it from. It closes the loophole in our law that allows criminals, domestic abusers and other dangerous people to buy guns from strangers – in parking lots, on the Internet, and at gun shows – with no questions asked.

    Criminal and public safety background checks dramatically reduce dangerous people’s access to guns. Supporters gathered more than 345,000 signatures to place this common sense proposal on the ballot after the legislature failed to act. Please vote yes on I-594 and ensure that we close the private gun sales loophole and help save lives.

    Vote YES on I-594 – Universal Background Checks

    Initiative 594 is simple: it makes sure that anyone buying a gun in Washington state passes the same background check, no matter where they buy the gun and no matter whom they buy it from. It closes the loophole in our law that allows criminals, domestic abusers and other dangerous people to buy guns from strangers – in parking lots, on the Internet, and at gun shows – with no questions asked.



    • Endorsed By American Federation of Teachers - WA, Children's Campaign Fund, Fuse, The Stranger, Planned Parenthood Alliance Advocates, Legal Voice, Greater Seattle Business Association, Faith Action Network, Doctors for America, MomsRising.org, Washington Academy of Family Physicians, Grandmothers Against Gun Violence

Advisory Vote #8

  • VOTE MAINTAINED

    Vote MAINTAINED on Statewide Advisory Ballot Measure #8

  • Thanks to a Tim Eyman initiative, the state legislature is required to submit any bill it passes that closes tax loopholes or raises revenue to a non-binding advisory vote. A bipartisan majority of legislators came together earlier this year to clarify that marijuana is not a farm product eligible for tax breaks like wheat or dairy. The uncontroversial Senate Bill 6505 passed the legislature 112 to 42. Vote to "maintain" this measure.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05
    Thanks to a Tim Eyman initiative, the state legislature is required to submit any bill it passes that closes tax loopholes or raises revenue to a non-binding advisory vote. A bipartisan majority of legislators came together earlier this year to clarify that marijuana is not a farm product eligible for tax breaks like wheat or dairy. The uncontroversial Senate Bill 6505 passed the legislature 112 to 42. Vote to "maintain" this measure.
    Thanks to a Tim Eyman initiative, the state legislature is required to submit any bill it passes that closes tax loopholes or raises revenue to a non-binding advisory vote. A bipartisan majority of legislators came together earlier this year to clarify that marijuana is not a farm product eligible for tax breaks like wheat or dairy. The uncontroversial Senate Bill 6505 passed the legislature 112 to 42. Vote to "maintain" this measure.

    Vote "Maintain" on Tax Advisory Vote No. 8

    Thanks to a Tim Eyman initiative, the state legislature is required to submit any bill it passes that closes tax loopholes or raises revenue to a non-binding advisory vote. A bipartisan majority of legislators came together earlier this year to clarify that marijuana is not a farm product eligible for tax breaks like wheat or dairy. The uncontroversial Senate Bill 6505 passed the legislature 112 to 42. Vote to "maintain" this measure.

    • Endorsed By The Stranger

Advisory Vote #9

  • VOTE MAINTAINED

    Vote MAINTAINED on Statewide Advisory Ballot Measure #9

  • This is another Eyman advisory vote. An overwhelming majority of legislators came together earlier this year to clarify that federally recognized Native American tribes must follow the same tax rules as state and local governments when it comes to privately leasing land that is owned exclusively by the tribe. The uncontroversial House Bill 1287 passed the legislature 93 to 44. Vote to "maintain" this measure.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05
    This is another Eyman advisory vote. An overwhelming majority of legislators came together earlier this year to clarify that federally recognized Native American tribes must follow the same tax rules as state and local governments when it comes to privately leasing land that is owned exclusively by the tribe. The uncontroversial House Bill 1287 passed the legislature 93 to 44. Vote to "maintain" this measure.
    This is another Eyman advisory vote. An overwhelming majority of legislators came together earlier this year to clarify that federally recognized Native American tribes must follow the same tax rules as state and local governments when it comes to privately leasing land that is owned exclusively by the tribe. The uncontroversial House Bill 1287 passed the legislature 93 to 44. Vote to "maintain" this measure.

    Vote "Maintain" on Tax Advisory Vote No. 9

    This is another Eyman advisory vote. An overwhelming majority of legislators came together earlier this year to clarify that federally recognized Native American tribes must follow the same tax rules as state and local governments when it comes to privately leasing land that is owned exclusively by the tribe. The uncontroversial House Bill 1287 passed the legislature 93 to 44. Vote to "maintain" this measure.

    • Endorsed By The Stranger

Congress

Depending on where you live, you may have one of the below congressional districts on your ballot.

3rd Congressional District

U.S. Representative

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    Democrat

    Bob Dingethal

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  • Bob Dingethal is running for Congress because he supports a stronger middle class, equal pay for equal work, and investments in education, infrastructure, and good jobs here in the United States. Dingethal would bring more than 35 years of experience in the public, private and non-profit sector with him to Congress.

    Dingethal faces a tough race against incumbent Jaime Herrera Beutler, an extremely conservative Republican. She has consistently sided with some of the most conservative members of her party on issues like health care, environmental protection, immigration reform, and economic fairness. Dingethal is the best choice in this race.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Bob Dingethal

    Bob Dingethal is running for Congress because he supports a stronger middle class, equal pay for equal work, and investments in education, infrastructure, and good jobs here in the United States.

    Bob Dingethal is running for Congress because he supports a stronger middle class, equal pay for equal work, and investments in education, infrastructure, and good jobs here in the United States. Dingethal would bring more than 35 years of experience in the public, private and non-profit sector with him to Congress.

    Dingethal faces a tough race against incumbent Jaime Herrera Beutler, an extremely conservative Republican. She has consistently sided with some of the most conservative members of her party on issues like health care, environmental protection, immigration reform, and economic fairness. Dingethal is the best choice in this race.

    Bob Dingethal

    Bob Dingethal is running for Congress because he supports a stronger middle class, equal pay for equal work, and investments in education, infrastructure, and good jobs here in the United States.

    • Endorsed By: Washington State Labor Council, Vancouver Firefighters IAFF 452, United Food and Commercial Workers Local 555

6th Congressional District

U.S. Representative

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    Democrat

    Derek Kilmer

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  • Derek Kilmer is a moderate Democrat who is a reliable supporter of creating jobs and improving infrastructure. He has been a leader on small business development and protecting Puget Sound during his first term. A former state Senator, he worked as a business consultant and economic development official before becoming a legislator. Kilmer is being challenged by Republican Marty McClendon, a conservative Kilmer soundly defeated in 2010, who is running on a campaign of repealing Obamacare. Kilmer’s experience and ability to work across the aisle on behalf of the district make him the best choice in this race.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Derek Kilmer

    Derek Kilmer is a moderate Democrat who is a reliable supporter of creating jobs and improving infrastructure. He has been a leader on small business development and protecting Puget Sound during his first term.

    Derek Kilmer is a moderate Democrat who is a reliable supporter of creating jobs and improving infrastructure. He has been a leader on small business development and protecting Puget Sound during his first term. A former state Senator, he worked as a business consultant and economic development official before becoming a legislator. Kilmer is being challenged by Republican Marty McClendon, a conservative Kilmer soundly defeated in 2010, who is running on a campaign of repealing Obamacare. Kilmer’s experience and ability to work across the aisle on behalf of the district make him the best choice in this race.

    Derek Kilmer

    Derek Kilmer is a moderate Democrat who is a reliable supporter of creating jobs and improving infrastructure. He has been a leader on small business development and protecting Puget Sound during his first term.

    • Endorsed By: Sierra Club, Washington State Labor Council, Teamsters Joint Council 28, Planned Parenthood Action Fund

10th Congressional District

U.S. Representative

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    Democrat

    Denny Heck

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  • Denny Heck has had a long, effective career in both the private and public sectors, most notably as a five-term state representative, House majority leader, chief of staff to former Gov. Booth Gardner, and TVW co-founder. As a Congressman for the last two years, he has fought to make college more affordable, worked to lower health care costs, ensure veterans get the benefits they deserve, and create middle class jobs.

    Heck is being challenged by Republican Joyce McDonald, a Pierce County Councilwoman, former state legislator, and former Republican Party official whom he defeated by double digits in the primary. Heck’s track record, experience, and values make him the best choice in this race.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Denny Heck

    Denny Heck has had a long, effective career in both the private and public sectors, most notably as a five-term state representative, House majority leader, chief of staff to former Gov. Booth Gardner, and TVW co-founder.

    Denny Heck has had a long, effective career in both the private and public sectors, most notably as a five-term state representative, House majority leader, chief of staff to former Gov. Booth Gardner, and TVW co-founder. As a Congressman for the last two years, he has fought to make college more affordable, worked to lower health care costs, ensure veterans get the benefits they deserve, and create middle class jobs.

    Heck is being challenged by Republican Joyce McDonald, a Pierce County Councilwoman, former state legislator, and former Republican Party official whom he defeated by double digits in the primary. Heck’s track record, experience, and values make him the best choice in this race.

    Denny Heck

    Denny Heck has had a long, effective career in both the private and public sectors, most notably as a five-term state representative, House majority leader, chief of staff to former Gov. Booth Gardner, and TVW co-founder.

    • Endorsed By: Washington State Labor Council, Teamsters Joint Council 28, Planned Parenthood Action Fund

35th Legislative District

State Senator

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    Democrat

    Irene Bowling

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  • Irene Bowling is a Bremerton native, teacher, and small business owner challenging conservative Democrat Tim Sheldon. Bowling is a community leader with strong education credentials who will bring a much needed commitment to accountability to the seat, especially around education and the budget.

    Sheldon has been a consistent obstacle to progress for 22 years. He has voted to cut funding for public schools and blocked progress on issues ranging from women’s health and protecting the environment to marriage equality and transportation. Sheldon holds two elected offices at the same time so he can collect two public salaries (he serves as a Mason County Commissioner as well as a state Senator). In 2012, he switched sides to give control of the Senate to extremely conservative Republicans. Bowling is the clear choice in this race.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Irene Bowling

    Irene Bowling is a Bremerton native, teacher, and small

    business owner challenging conservative Democrat Tim Sheldon. Bowling is a

    community leader with strong education credentials who will bring a much needed

    Irene Bowling is a Bremerton native, teacher, and small business owner challenging conservative Democrat Tim Sheldon. Bowling is a community leader with strong education credentials who will bring a much needed commitment to accountability to the seat, especially around education and the budget.

    Sheldon has been a consistent obstacle to progress for 22 years. He has voted to cut funding for public schools and blocked progress on issues ranging from women’s health and protecting the environment to marriage equality and transportation. Sheldon holds two elected offices at the same time so he can collect two public salaries (he serves as a Mason County Commissioner as well as a state Senator). In 2012, he switched sides to give control of the Senate to extremely conservative Republicans. Bowling is the clear choice in this race.

    Irene Bowling

    Irene Bowling is a Bremerton native, teacher, and small

    business owner challenging conservative Democrat Tim Sheldon. Bowling is a

    community leader with strong education credentials who will bring a much needed

State Representative, Position #1

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    Democrat

    Kathy Haigh

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  • Rep. Kathy Haigh is a 16-year veteran of the House who has been a leader on improving our public schools. In addition, Haigh has the support of labor and reproductive freedom advocates. Her opponent, Dan Griffey, is a cookie cutter Republican who has run for office unsuccessfully multiple times before and has no new ideas about how to make our state a better place for all of us. Haigh is the best choice in this race.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Kathy Haigh

    Rep. Kathy Haigh is a 16-year veteran of the House who

    has been a leader on improving our public schools. In addition, Haigh has the

    support of labor and reproductive freedom advocates. Her opponent, Dan

    Rep. Kathy Haigh is a 16-year veteran of the House who has been a leader on improving our public schools. In addition, Haigh has the support of labor and reproductive freedom advocates. Her opponent, Dan Griffey, is a cookie cutter Republican who has run for office unsuccessfully multiple times before and has no new ideas about how to make our state a better place for all of us. Haigh is the best choice in this race.

    Kathy Haigh

    Rep. Kathy Haigh is a 16-year veteran of the House who

    has been a leader on improving our public schools. In addition, Haigh has the

    support of labor and reproductive freedom advocates. Her opponent, Dan

State Representative, Position #2

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    Democrat

    Tammey Newton

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  • Tammey Newton is an experienced non-profit leader and businesswoman challenging first-term Republican Drew MacEwen. Her priorities are job creation, education, and affordable college tuition. MacEwan is an obstacle to progress who supports Tim Eyman initiatives. Newton is the best choice in this race.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Tammey Newton

    Tammey Newton is an experienced non-profit leader and

    businesswoman challenging first-term Republican Drew MacEwen. Her priorities are

    job creation, education, and affordable college tuition. MacEwan is an obstacle

    Tammey Newton is an experienced non-profit leader and businesswoman challenging first-term Republican Drew MacEwen. Her priorities are job creation, education, and affordable college tuition. MacEwan is an obstacle to progress who supports Tim Eyman initiatives. Newton is the best choice in this race.

    Tammey Newton

    Tammey Newton is an experienced non-profit leader and

    businesswoman challenging first-term Republican Drew MacEwen. Her priorities are

    job creation, education, and affordable college tuition. MacEwan is an obstacle

    • Endorsed By: Progressive Majority WA, Washington State Labor Council, SEIU 775, SEIU Healthcare 1199NW, Pro-Choice Washington, Washington State Nurses Association PAC, Mental Health-PAC

Thurston County

Depending on where you live, you may have the below county races on your ballot.

Thurston County Auditor

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    Democrat

    Mary Hall

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  • Mary Hall is a smart and innovative progressive with 16 years experience in election administration. Hall is running to ensure that all couples seeking a marriage license feel welcome and are treated equally, supports Election Day registration, and wants to increase voter participation among youth and communities of color. Hall is running unopposed.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Mary Hall

    Mary Hall is a smart and innovative progressive with 16 years experience in election administration.

    Mary Hall is a smart and innovative progressive with 16 years experience in election administration. Hall is running to ensure that all couples seeking a marriage license feel welcome and are treated equally, supports Election Day registration, and wants to increase voter participation among youth and communities of color. Hall is running unopposed.

    Mary Hall

    Mary Hall is a smart and innovative progressive with 16 years experience in election administration.

Thurston County Clerk

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    Yvonne Pettus

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  • There are two very well-qualified candidates in this race. Yvonne Pettus has worked as the Chief Deputy Clerk since 2012. Prior to that, Pettus spent nearly 30 years with the judicial branch, presenting at state and national conferences on topics including judicial ethics. She served on the Supreme Court’s Gender and Justice Commission and received a number of union endorsements.

    Linda Enlow served as Chief Deputy Clerk in Thurston for more than 20 years. She has led the clerk's office in digitizing more than 150 years of records and streamlining their paperwork processes. She has received a number of progressive legislator endorsements. Both have been dual endorsed by the National Women's Political Caucus and the Thurston County Democrats. Either would be a solid progressive choice.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Yvonne Pettus

    There are two very well-qualified candidates in this race. Yvonne Pettus has worked as the Chief Deputy Clerk since 2012. Prior to that, Pettus spent nearly 30 years with the judicial branch, presenting at state and national conferences on topics including judicial ethics.

    There are two very well-qualified candidates in this race. Yvonne Pettus has worked as the Chief Deputy Clerk since 2012. Prior to that, Pettus spent nearly 30 years with the judicial branch, presenting at state and national conferences on topics including judicial ethics. She served on the Supreme Court’s Gender and Justice Commission and received a number of union endorsements.

    Linda Enlow served as Chief Deputy Clerk in Thurston for more than 20 years. She has led the clerk's office in digitizing more than 150 years of records and streamlining their paperwork processes. She has received a number of progressive legislator endorsements. Both have been dual endorsed by the National Women's Political Caucus and the Thurston County Democrats. Either would be a solid progressive choice.

    Yvonne Pettus

    There are two very well-qualified candidates in this race. Yvonne Pettus has worked as the Chief Deputy Clerk since 2012. Prior to that, Pettus spent nearly 30 years with the judicial branch, presenting at state and national conferences on topics including judicial ethics.

    • Endorsed By: National Women's Political Caucus of WA, AFSCME, Local 618, 2nd Legislative District Democrats, WFSE, Local 872

County Commission

Depending on where you live, you may have the following county races on your ballot.

Kitsap County, District #3

Kitsap County Commissioner, District #3

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    Democrat

    Linda Streissguth

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  • Commissioner Streissguth was appointed in January 2014 to replace Josh Brown. Prior to this appointment, she worked as the Manager of Community Engagement for Puget Sound Energy. Commissioner Streissguth comes to the job with extensive experience in community planning, public works projects and public policy. All of these skills will be vital as Kitsap County begins updating its Comprehensive Plan, per the Legislature and Growth Management Act.

    Her opponent is Bremerton attorney Ed Wolfe. He presents no concrete plans moving forward on any issue. Commissioner Linda Streissguth’s rich background of relevant experience makes her a solid appointment and the clear choice in this race.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Linda Streissguth

    Commissioner Streissguth was appointed in January 2014 to replace Josh Brown. Prior to this appointment, she worked as the Manager of Community Engagement for Puget Sound Energy.

    Commissioner Streissguth was appointed in January 2014 to replace Josh Brown. Prior to this appointment, she worked as the Manager of Community Engagement for Puget Sound Energy. Commissioner Streissguth comes to the job with extensive experience in community planning, public works projects and public policy. All of these skills will be vital as Kitsap County begins updating its Comprehensive Plan, per the Legislature and Growth Management Act.

    Her opponent is Bremerton attorney Ed Wolfe. He presents no concrete plans moving forward on any issue. Commissioner Linda Streissguth’s rich background of relevant experience makes her a solid appointment and the clear choice in this race.

    Linda Streissguth

    Commissioner Streissguth was appointed in January 2014 to replace Josh Brown. Prior to this appointment, she worked as the Manager of Community Engagement for Puget Sound Energy.

Thurston County, District #3

Thurston County Commissioner, District #3

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    Democrat

    Karen Valenzuela

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  • Incumbent Karen Valenzuela is a progressive Democrat. She has been endorsed by the National Women's Political Caucus, among others. Valenzuela has clear goals in mind for increasing sustainability in Thurston. Though it is unfortunate she has been involved in the controversy with the contracting of the custodial staff at the court house, her opponent, Bud Blake, is a far-right conservative running as an Independent in this progressive district. We think Valenzuela is the better choice in this race.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Karen Valenzuela

    Incumbent Karen Valenzuela is a progressive Democrat. She has been endorsed by the National Women's Political Caucus, among others. Valenzuela has clear goals in mind for increasing sustainability in Thurston.

    Incumbent Karen Valenzuela is a progressive Democrat. She has been endorsed by the National Women's Political Caucus, among others. Valenzuela has clear goals in mind for increasing sustainability in Thurston. Though it is unfortunate she has been involved in the controversy with the contracting of the custodial staff at the court house, her opponent, Bud Blake, is a far-right conservative running as an Independent in this progressive district. We think Valenzuela is the better choice in this race.

    Karen Valenzuela

    Incumbent Karen Valenzuela is a progressive Democrat. She has been endorsed by the National Women's Political Caucus, among others. Valenzuela has clear goals in mind for increasing sustainability in Thurston.

    • Endorsed By: Washington Conservation Action, Sierra Club, National Women's Political Caucus of WA, Thurston-Lewis-Mason Labor Council, Lacey Firefighters

State Supreme Court

Justice, Position #1

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    Mary Yu

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  • After serving as a trial court judge on the King County Superior Court for 14 years, Supreme Court Justice Mary Yu was appointed by Gov. Jay Inslee to fill a vacancy on the court. Justice Yu is the first Asian American and first member of the LGBT community to serve on the state Supreme Court. She is well known for writing a decision as a trial court judge that overturned a Tim Eyman-sponsored initiative that would have forced a re-vote on Sound Transit’s light rail. She has received the highest possible rating from six bar associations and was awarded the Municipal League Foundation’s “2013 Public Official of the Year.” Justice Mary Yu is extremely qualified and deserves your vote.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Mary Yu

    After serving as a trial court judge on the King County Superior Court for 14 years, Supreme Court Justice Mary Yu was appointed by Gov. Jay Inslee to fill a vacancy on the court. Justice Yu is the first Asian American and first member of the LGBT community to serve on the state Supreme Court.

    After serving as a trial court judge on the King County Superior Court for 14 years, Supreme Court Justice Mary Yu was appointed by Gov. Jay Inslee to fill a vacancy on the court. Justice Yu is the first Asian American and first member of the LGBT community to serve on the state Supreme Court. She is well known for writing a decision as a trial court judge that overturned a Tim Eyman-sponsored initiative that would have forced a re-vote on Sound Transit’s light rail. She has received the highest possible rating from six bar associations and was awarded the Municipal League Foundation’s “2013 Public Official of the Year.” Justice Mary Yu is extremely qualified and deserves your vote.

    Mary Yu

    After serving as a trial court judge on the King County Superior Court for 14 years, Supreme Court Justice Mary Yu was appointed by Gov. Jay Inslee to fill a vacancy on the court. Justice Yu is the first Asian American and first member of the LGBT community to serve on the state Supreme Court.

    • Endorsed By: National Women's Political Caucus of WA, Washington State Labor Council, SEIU Healthcare 1199NW, WA State Council of Firefighters, <br><br>King County Bar Association Rating: Exceptionally Well Qualified

Justice, Position #3

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    Mary E. Fairhurst

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  • Mary Fairhurst, who recently won a multi-year battle with cancer, is running unopposed for her third term on the Supreme Court. Fairhurst was the second woman, first public sector lawyer, and youngest attorney to serve as the President of the Washington State Bar Association. Throughout her career, she has worked to enhance opportunities for women and people of color in law and has been awarded many awards for her work. She has also led the first statewide conferences on domestic violence and planned and facilitated a youth violence summit. Fairhurst is running unopposed and deserves your vote.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Mary E. Fairhurst

    Mary Fairhurst, who recently won a multi-year battle with cancer, is running unopposed for her third term on the Supreme Court. Fairhurst was the second woman, first public sector lawyer, and youngest attorney to serve as the President of the Washington State Bar Association.

    Mary Fairhurst, who recently won a multi-year battle with cancer, is running unopposed for her third term on the Supreme Court. Fairhurst was the second woman, first public sector lawyer, and youngest attorney to serve as the President of the Washington State Bar Association. Throughout her career, she has worked to enhance opportunities for women and people of color in law and has been awarded many awards for her work. She has also led the first statewide conferences on domestic violence and planned and facilitated a youth violence summit. Fairhurst is running unopposed and deserves your vote.

    Mary E. Fairhurst

    Mary Fairhurst, who recently won a multi-year battle with cancer, is running unopposed for her third term on the Supreme Court. Fairhurst was the second woman, first public sector lawyer, and youngest attorney to serve as the President of the Washington State Bar Association.

Justice, Position #4

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    Charles W. Johnson

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  • Charles Johnson is the most senior member of the Washington state Supreme Court, having spent 24 years protecting individual rights, ensuring government accountability, and working to ensure those who are less privileged have equal opportunities to succeed. He is endorsed by a number of Republicans and Democrats alike for his fairness, integrity, and impartiality. Johnson's opponent, Eddie Yoon, became the first Korean-American attorney in the Northwest and has spent a large part of his career working on international issues, including his current role teaching at a women's law school in Seoul. Johnson deserves your vote due to his ratings from a number of lawyers' groups as "exceptionally well-qualified" and his support from a large number of our partners.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Charles W. Johnson

    Charles Johnson is the most senior member of the Washington state Supreme Court, having spent 24 years protecting individual rights, ensuring government accountability, and working to ensure those who are less privileged have equal opportunities to succeed.

    Charles Johnson is the most senior member of the Washington state Supreme Court, having spent 24 years protecting individual rights, ensuring government accountability, and working to ensure those who are less privileged have equal opportunities to succeed. He is endorsed by a number of Republicans and Democrats alike for his fairness, integrity, and impartiality. Johnson's opponent, Eddie Yoon, became the first Korean-American attorney in the Northwest and has spent a large part of his career working on international issues, including his current role teaching at a women's law school in Seoul. Johnson deserves your vote due to his ratings from a number of lawyers' groups as "exceptionally well-qualified" and his support from a large number of our partners.

    Charles W. Johnson

    Charles Johnson is the most senior member of the Washington state Supreme Court, having spent 24 years protecting individual rights, ensuring government accountability, and working to ensure those who are less privileged have equal opportunities to succeed.

    • Endorsed By: The Stranger, Washington State Labor Council, Teamsters Joint Council 28, Pro-Choice Washington, WA State Council of Firefighters, <br><br>King County Bar Association Rating: Exceptionally Well Qualified

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    Debra Stephens

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  • Debra Stephens was elected to the state Supreme Court in 2008 after many years in public service. She spent a decade serving students on the school board and mentored at-risk high school students as well as students at Gonzaga University. Stephens is also the first woman from Eastern Washington to serve on the Supreme Court. She has been rated exceptionally well-qualified by numerous legal groups and endorsed by a number of progressives. Her opponent, John (Zamboni) Scannell, is a disbarred attorney and Seattle activist who is running to change the Washington attorney disciplinary system. Due to her years of public service and experience, Stephens deserves your vote.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Debra Stephens

    Debra Stephens was elected to the state Supreme Court in 2008 after many years in public service. She spent a decade serving students on the school board and mentored at-risk high school students as well as students at Gonzaga University.

    Debra Stephens was elected to the state Supreme Court in 2008 after many years in public service. She spent a decade serving students on the school board and mentored at-risk high school students as well as students at Gonzaga University. Stephens is also the first woman from Eastern Washington to serve on the Supreme Court. She has been rated exceptionally well-qualified by numerous legal groups and endorsed by a number of progressives. Her opponent, John (Zamboni) Scannell, is a disbarred attorney and Seattle activist who is running to change the Washington attorney disciplinary system. Due to her years of public service and experience, Stephens deserves your vote.

    Debra Stephens

    Debra Stephens was elected to the state Supreme Court in 2008 after many years in public service. She spent a decade serving students on the school board and mentored at-risk high school students as well as students at Gonzaga University.