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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
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  • 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.

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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
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    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
  • 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
  • Rep. Jim McDermott has represented the 7th District since 1989 and is a champion of progressive values. McDermott is a member of the Progressive Caucus and serves on the House Ways and Means Committee. A physician by trade, he specializes in health care issues, particularly regarding the international fight against AIDS, his sponsorship of a bill to provide a single payer health care system, and women’s health. He has also been a vocal advocate fighting for working families who have been hurt by Wall Street, as well as fighting for alternative energy, and an official end to the war in Iraq.

    McDermott's opponent, Craig Keller, is an anti-immigration reform Tea Party conservative. McDermott deserves your vote.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Jim McDermott

    Rep. Jim McDermott has represented the 7th District since 1989 and is a champion of progressive values. McDermott is a member of the Progressive Caucus and serves on the House Ways and Means Committee.

    Rep. Jim McDermott has represented the 7th District since 1989 and is a champion of progressive values. McDermott is a member of the Progressive Caucus and serves on the House Ways and Means Committee. A physician by trade, he specializes in health care issues, particularly regarding the international fight against AIDS, his sponsorship of a bill to provide a single payer health care system, and women’s health. He has also been a vocal advocate fighting for working families who have been hurt by Wall Street, as well as fighting for alternative energy, and an official end to the war in Iraq.

    McDermott's opponent, Craig Keller, is an anti-immigration reform Tea Party conservative. McDermott deserves your vote.

    Jim McDermott

    Rep. Jim McDermott has represented the 7th District since 1989 and is a champion of progressive values. McDermott is a member of the Progressive Caucus and serves on the House Ways and Means Committee.

  • Representative Reuven Carlyle is a solid progressive on social, fiscal, and environmental issues but is more moderate on labor issues. Carlyle is a wireless and software entrepreneur who has used this experience to create green jobs. He also focused on legislation that would reform our state's outdated tax exemption system and make it easier to end unjust tax loopholes.

    Carlyle's opponent, Leslie Klein of the Republicanspirit Party, is a fringe candidate who is not running a credible campaign. Carlyle is the best choice in this race.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Reuven Carlyle

    Representative Reuven Carlyle is a solid progressive on

    social, fiscal, and environmental issues but is more moderate on labor issues.

    Carlyle is a wireless and software entrepreneur who has used this experience to

    Representative Reuven Carlyle is a solid progressive on social, fiscal, and environmental issues but is more moderate on labor issues. Carlyle is a wireless and software entrepreneur who has used this experience to create green jobs. He also focused on legislation that would reform our state's outdated tax exemption system and make it easier to end unjust tax loopholes.

    Carlyle's opponent, Leslie Klein of the Republicanspirit Party, is a fringe candidate who is not running a credible campaign. Carlyle is the best choice in this race.

    Reuven Carlyle

    Representative Reuven Carlyle is a solid progressive on

    social, fiscal, and environmental issues but is more moderate on labor issues.

    Carlyle is a wireless and software entrepreneur who has used this experience to

  • Gael Tarleton has been a strong advocate for environmental causes such as Governor Jay Inslee's initiative to reduce carbon pollution. She sponsored bills during her first term in the House to strengthen the maritime industry, protect the environment, and improve access to health care.

    Her opponent, Paul Addis, is not running an effective campaign. Tarleton deserves your vote.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Gael Tarleton

    Gael Tarleton has been a strong advocate for

    environmental causes such as Governor Jay Inslee's initiative to reduce carbon

    pollution. She sponsored bills during her first term in the House to strengthen

    Gael Tarleton has been a strong advocate for environmental causes such as Governor Jay Inslee's initiative to reduce carbon pollution. She sponsored bills during her first term in the House to strengthen the maritime industry, protect the environment, and improve access to health care.

    Her opponent, Paul Addis, is not running an effective campaign. Tarleton deserves your vote.

    Gael Tarleton

    Gael Tarleton has been a strong advocate for

    environmental causes such as Governor Jay Inslee's initiative to reduce carbon

    pollution. She sponsored bills during her first term in the House to strengthen

  • King County Prosecutor Dan Satterberg is running unopposed for re-election. Satterberg is a competent prosecutor with broad support. He is a responsible, moderate voice who has endorsed I-594 to require background checks for all gun sales in Washington. He also dismissed all misdemeanor marijuana possessions immediately after voters approved I-502 to legalize marijuana in Washington. Satterberg deserves your vote.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Dan Satterberg

    King County Prosecutor Dan Satterberg is running unopposed for re-election. Satterberg is a competent prosecutor with broad support. He is a responsible, moderate voice who has endorsed I-594 to require background checks for all gun sales in Washington.

    King County Prosecutor Dan Satterberg is running unopposed for re-election. Satterberg is a competent prosecutor with broad support. He is a responsible, moderate voice who has endorsed I-594 to require background checks for all gun sales in Washington. He also dismissed all misdemeanor marijuana possessions immediately after voters approved I-502 to legalize marijuana in Washington. Satterberg deserves your vote.

    Dan Satterberg

    King County Prosecutor Dan Satterberg is running unopposed for re-election. Satterberg is a competent prosecutor with broad support. He is a responsible, moderate voice who has endorsed I-594 to require background checks for all gun sales in Washington.

  • Endorsed By: SEIU 775, Teamsters Joint Council 28, King County Police Officers’ Guild, the Seattle Police Officers’ Guild, Teamsters Local Union 117, Teamsters Local Union 174, Teamsters Local Union 763
  • 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
  • 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.

  • 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
  • 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.

Depending on where you live, you may have one of the below court races on your ballot. The Progressive Voters Guide may skip recommendations for unopposed judicial races.

  • Mark Chow has more than 24 years of experience as a judge. Chow was one of the first Asian Americans to graduate from UW Law School and is a progressive leader in the Chinese American community. He has been endorsed by eight members of the state Supreme Court, countless statewide and local judges, community leaders, and individuals.

    Chow's opponent, Phillip Tavel, is a young progressive running a low key campaign whom we hope runs for judge again in the future. With Chow's commitment to the community, experience, and support, he deserves your vote.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Mark Chow

    Mark Chow has more than 24 years of experience as a judge. Chow was one of the first Asian Americans to graduate from UW Law School and is a progressive leader in the Chinese American community.

    Mark Chow has more than 24 years of experience as a judge. Chow was one of the first Asian Americans to graduate from UW Law School and is a progressive leader in the Chinese American community. He has been endorsed by eight members of the state Supreme Court, countless statewide and local judges, community leaders, and individuals.

    Chow's opponent, Phillip Tavel, is a young progressive running a low key campaign whom we hope runs for judge again in the future. With Chow's commitment to the community, experience, and support, he deserves your vote.

    Mark Chow

    Mark Chow has more than 24 years of experience as a judge. Chow was one of the first Asian Americans to graduate from UW Law School and is a progressive leader in the Chinese American community.

  • Endorsed By: The Stranger, King County Labor Council
  • Judge Ruhl was appointed by Governor Inslee in March of 2014 to replace the retiring Judge White. Before his appointment, he was an attorney with Ryan, Swanson & Cleveland, working in banking and commercial litigation. Ruhl is a past president of the King County Bar Association and is the founding president and former board member of the Dispute Resolution Center of King County. He helped found the website VotingForJudges.org, a nonpartisan resource for information on judicial candidates. Ruhl deserves your vote.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    John Ruhl

    Judge Ruhl was appointed by Governor Inslee in March of 2014 to replace the retiring Judge White. Before his appointment, he was an attorney with Ryan, Swanson & Cleveland, working in banking and commercial litigation.

    Judge Ruhl was appointed by Governor Inslee in March of 2014 to replace the retiring Judge White. Before his appointment, he was an attorney with Ryan, Swanson & Cleveland, working in banking and commercial litigation. Ruhl is a past president of the King County Bar Association and is the founding president and former board member of the Dispute Resolution Center of King County. He helped found the website VotingForJudges.org, a nonpartisan resource for information on judicial candidates. Ruhl deserves your vote.

    John Ruhl

    Judge Ruhl was appointed by Governor Inslee in March of 2014 to replace the retiring Judge White. Before his appointment, he was an attorney with Ryan, Swanson & Cleveland, working in banking and commercial litigation.

  • Endorsed By: King County Bar Association Rating: Exceptionally Well Qualified
  • Judge C. Kimi Kondo has 24 years of experience as a judge and was the first female Asian American to be appointed judge in the state of Washington. She served as a domestic violence judge for four years, was an early member of the Gender and Justice Commission, and has also served on the Mental Health court. Currently, she is working with the Seattle Police Department to improve the search warrant process. Judge Kondo has been endorsed by all nine members of the state Supreme Court as well as a copious number of community leaders, judges, and progressives, and was rated exceptionally well-qualified by many lawyer groups.

    Her opponent, Jon Zimmerman, is also progressive and has been endorsed by one of our partners, Teamsters Joint Council No. 28. However, due to her many years of experience, great reviews by lawyer groups, and racial justice issues, Kondo deserves your vote.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    C. Kimi Kondo

    Submitted by sara on Sun, 10/19/2014 - 19:48

    Judge C. Kimi Kondo has 24 years of experience as a judge and was the first female Asian American to be appointed judge in the state of Washington. She served as a domestic violence judge for four years, was an early member of the Gender and Justice Commission, and has also served on the Mental Health court. Currently, she is working with the Seattle Police Department to improve the search warrant process.

    Judge C. Kimi Kondo has 24 years of experience as a judge and was the first female Asian American to be appointed judge in the state of Washington. She served as a domestic violence judge for four years, was an early member of the Gender and Justice Commission, and has also served on the Mental Health court. Currently, she is working with the Seattle Police Department to improve the search warrant process. Judge Kondo has been endorsed by all nine members of the state Supreme Court as well as a copious number of community leaders, judges, and progressives, and was rated exceptionally well-qualified by many lawyer groups.

    Her opponent, Jon Zimmerman, is also progressive and has been endorsed by one of our partners, Teamsters Joint Council No. 28. However, due to her many years of experience, great reviews by lawyer groups, and racial justice issues, Kondo deserves your vote.

    C. Kimi Kondo

    Submitted by sara on Sun, 10/19/2014 - 19:48

    Judge C. Kimi Kondo has 24 years of experience as a judge and was the first female Asian American to be appointed judge in the state of Washington. She served as a domestic violence judge for four years, was an early member of the Gender and Justice Commission, and has also served on the Mental Health court. Currently, she is working with the Seattle Police Department to improve the search warrant process.

  • Endorsed By: National Women's Political Caucus of WA, The Stranger, King County Labor Council
  • Damon Shadid is campaigning on a platform of ensuring poor and underserved communities receive fair and equal justice under the law. He has received many progressive endorsements for the Municipal Court position, from Seattle City Councilmember Nick Licata to Seattle Gay News. If elected, he would be the first person of Middle Eastern descent on the Municipal Court.

    Shadid's opponent, Fred Bonner, has a long and impressive legacy as a community leader serving on the bench. However, he has not participated in any of the bar associations’ ratings this year and has had some problems that indicate it may be time for a fresh face in this office. We lean toward Shadid in this race due to his progressive endorsements, numerous bar association ratings, and platform of equal justice for underserved communities.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Damon Shadid

    Submitted by sara on Tue, 10/14/2014 - 10:31

    Damon Shadid is campaigning on a platform of ensuring poor and underserved communities receive fair and equal justice under the law. He has received many progressive endorsements for the Municipal Court position, from Seattle City Councilmember Nick Licata to Seattle Gay News. If elected, he would be the first person of Middle Eastern descent on the Municipal Court.

    Damon Shadid is campaigning on a platform of ensuring poor and underserved communities receive fair and equal justice under the law. He has received many progressive endorsements for the Municipal Court position, from Seattle City Councilmember Nick Licata to Seattle Gay News. If elected, he would be the first person of Middle Eastern descent on the Municipal Court.

    Shadid's opponent, Fred Bonner, has a long and impressive legacy as a community leader serving on the bench. However, he has not participated in any of the bar associations’ ratings this year and has had some problems that indicate it may be time for a fresh face in this office. We lean toward Shadid in this race due to his progressive endorsements, numerous bar association ratings, and platform of equal justice for underserved communities.

    Damon Shadid

    Submitted by sara on Tue, 10/14/2014 - 10:31

    Damon Shadid is campaigning on a platform of ensuring poor and underserved communities receive fair and equal justice under the law. He has received many progressive endorsements for the Municipal Court position, from Seattle City Councilmember Nick Licata to Seattle Gay News. If elected, he would be the first person of Middle Eastern descent on the Municipal Court.

  • Endorsed By: The Stranger, SEIU 775, King County Labor Council<br><br> King County Bar Association Rating: Exceptionally Well Qualified; also rated Exceptionally Well Qualified by four minority bar associations.

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

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  • From the Proposition 1A campaign:

    "Affordable, high quality childcare is an essential component of a thriving, fair economy, but Seattle’s childcare is some of the most expensive in the U.S. Only Prop 1A directs the City Council to set a policy goal of reducing childcare costs to 10 percent of a family’s income. Early educators can’t afford childcare for their own children, so Prop 1A fast tracks their minimum wage to $15. Additionally, only Prop 1A establishes a training institute for Seattle’s 4,500 early educators, implementing higher care standards for all of Seattle’s children, birth to kindergarten."
    Last updated: 2023-04-05
    From the Proposition 1A campaign:

    "Affordable, high quality childcare is an essential component of a thriving, fair economy, but Seattle’s childcare is some of the most expensive in the U.S. Only Prop 1A directs the City Council to set a policy goal of reducing childcare costs to 10 percent of a family’s income. Early educators can’t afford childcare for their own children, so Prop 1A fast tracks their minimum wage to $15. Additionally, only Prop 1A establishes a training institute for Seattle’s 4,500 early educators, implementing higher care standards for all of Seattle’s children, birth to kindergarten."
    From the Proposition 1A campaign:

    "Affordable, high quality childcare is an essential component of a thriving, fair economy, but Seattle’s childcare is some of the most expensive in the U.S. Only Prop 1A directs the City Council to set a policy goal of reducing childcare costs to 10 percent of a family’s income. Early educators can’t afford childcare for their own children, so Prop 1A fast tracks their minimum wage to $15. Additionally, only Prop 1A establishes a training institute for Seattle’s 4,500 early educators, implementing higher care standards for all of Seattle’s children, birth to kindergarten."
  • Endorsed By American Federation of Teachers - WA, Service Employees International Union, Washington CAN!, Seattle-King County NAACP, Economic Opportunity Institute, Working Washington, Puget Sound Sage
  • VOTE APPROVED

  • From the Proposition 1B campaign:

    "Providing quality preschool for children regardless of economic circumstance is one of the most important things we can do as a city. With the futures of so many children at stake, it is critical we get this right. Proposition 1B (the Seattle Preschool Plan) focuses on the well-being of our kids, includes strong quality standards, and is fully funded. Proposition 1B makes voluntary, quality preschool an affordable reality for Seattle’s 3- and 4-year old children, so that every child, regardless of background or income level, has the opportunity to flourish in a high quality, safe environment."
    Last updated: 2023-04-05
    From the Proposition 1B campaign:

    "Providing quality preschool for children regardless of economic circumstance is one of the most important things we can do as a city. With the futures of so many children at stake, it is critical we get this right. Proposition 1B (the Seattle Preschool Plan) focuses on the well-being of our kids, includes strong quality standards, and is fully funded. Proposition 1B makes voluntary, quality preschool an affordable reality for Seattle’s 3- and 4-year old children, so that every child, regardless of background or income level, has the opportunity to flourish in a high quality, safe environment."
    From the Proposition 1B campaign:

    "Providing quality preschool for children regardless of economic circumstance is one of the most important things we can do as a city. With the futures of so many children at stake, it is critical we get this right. Proposition 1B (the Seattle Preschool Plan) focuses on the well-being of our kids, includes strong quality standards, and is fully funded. Proposition 1B makes voluntary, quality preschool an affordable reality for Seattle’s 3- and 4-year old children, so that every child, regardless of background or income level, has the opportunity to flourish in a high quality, safe environment."
  • Endorsed By Seattle City Council and Mayor Ed Murray, The YMCA of Greater Seattle, Rainier Scholars, King County Labor Council, the Seattle Human Services Coalition, the Boys and Girls Club, Washington State Association of Head Start & ECEAP
  • VOTE REJECTED

  • Many Seattleites have a special place in our hearts for the monorail. However, we need to use our heads on this one and vote no.

    We’ve been down this path before, and it ended with an expensive collapse and nothing to show for $124 million in spending. Well-intentioned activists spearheaded a petition drive to get voter approval for planning a monorail from Ballard to West Seattle on the November ballot. But this proposal isn't integrated into existing transportation plans, competes with already underfunded transit services, and seeks to resurrect an approach that has already failed dramatically.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05
    Many Seattleites have a special place in our hearts for the monorail. However, we need to use our heads on this one and vote no.

    We’ve been down this path before, and it ended with an expensive collapse and nothing to show for $124 million in spending. Well-intentioned activists spearheaded a petition drive to get voter approval for planning a monorail from Ballard to West Seattle on the November ballot. But this proposal isn't integrated into existing transportation plans, competes with already underfunded transit services, and seeks to resurrect an approach that has already failed dramatically.
    Many Seattleites have a special place in our hearts for the monorail. However, we need to use our heads on this one and vote no.

    We’ve been down this path before, and it ended with an expensive collapse and nothing to show for $124 million in spending. Well-intentioned activists spearheaded a petition drive to get voter approval for planning a monorail from Ballard to West Seattle on the November ballot. But this proposal isn't integrated into existing transportation plans, competes with already underfunded transit services, and seeks to resurrect an approach that has already failed dramatically.

    No on Monorail Study

    Many Seattleites have a special place in our hearts for the monorail. However, we need to use our heads on this one and vote no.

  • VOTE YES

  • King County Metro is essential to our economy, our environment, and our communities. Too many people are currently left on the sidewalk as their bus passes by due to a growing population that relies heavily on transit. Proposition 1 would change that trend. After it was announced that Metro cuts may not be necessary this year, this measure is an opportunity for Seattle to reduce overcrowding and invest in badly needed transit service.

    Proposition 1 will add buses to 16 routes that are chronically overcrowded and fix the schedules of 48 routes that are often unreliable. Proposition 1 is funded by a $60 car tab fee (plus a rebate for low-income people) and a 0.1 percent sales tax increase. This city measure is modeled after King County Proposition 1 from April, which Seattle voters approved overwhelmingly but did not pass countywide. Current Metro service in Seattle doesn't meet our needs, and voting for Proposition 1 is a step toward finally improving the reach and reliability of our bus system.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05
    King County Metro is essential to our economy, our environment, and our communities. Too many people are currently left on the sidewalk as their bus passes by due to a growing population that relies heavily on transit. Proposition 1 would change that trend. After it was announced that Metro cuts may not be necessary this year, this measure is an opportunity for Seattle to reduce overcrowding and invest in badly needed transit service.

    Proposition 1 will add buses to 16 routes that are chronically overcrowded and fix the schedules of 48 routes that are often unreliable. Proposition 1 is funded by a $60 car tab fee (plus a rebate for low-income people) and a 0.1 percent sales tax increase. This city measure is modeled after King County Proposition 1 from April, which Seattle voters approved overwhelmingly but did not pass countywide. Current Metro service in Seattle doesn't meet our needs, and voting for Proposition 1 is a step toward finally improving the reach and reliability of our bus system.
    King County Metro is essential to our economy, our environment, and our communities. Too many people are currently left on the sidewalk as their bus passes by due to a growing population that relies heavily on transit. Proposition 1 would change that trend. After it was announced that Metro cuts may not be necessary this year, this measure is an opportunity for Seattle to reduce overcrowding and invest in badly needed transit service.

    Proposition 1 will add buses to 16 routes that are chronically overcrowded and fix the schedules of 48 routes that are often unreliable. Proposition 1 is funded by a $60 car tab fee (plus a rebate for low-income people) and a 0.1 percent sales tax increase. This city measure is modeled after King County Proposition 1 from April, which Seattle voters approved overwhelmingly but did not pass countywide. Current Metro service in Seattle doesn't meet our needs, and voting for Proposition 1 is a step toward finally improving the reach and reliability of our bus system.

    Yes for Seattle Transit

    King County Metro is essential to our economy, our environment, and our communities. Too many people are currently left on the sidewalk as their bus passes by due to a growing population that relies heavily on transit. Proposition 1 would change that trend. After it was announced that Metro cuts may not be necessary this year, this measure is an opportunity for Seattle to reduce overcrowding and invest in badly needed transit service.

  • Endorsed By Washington Conservation Action, Fuse, OneAmerica Votes, SEIU Healthcare 1199NW, Cascade Bicycle Club, The Washington Bus, King County Labor Council, Climate Solutions, Futurewise, Puget Sound Sage, Transportation Choices Coalition, League of Women Voters