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Suzan DelBene won a tough race in 2012 to represent the 1st Congressional District, which reaches from Kirkland to the Canadian border. A former executive at Microsoft and other technology companies, she has used her technology background to become a leader of protecting privacy rights against government surveillance. She has also been a strong advocate for job development, economic fairness, women’s health, and immigration reform. DelBene’s top challenger is Pedro Celis, a Republican and retired Microsoft engineer who was a leader for the George W. Bush re-election effort in 2004. Celis recently earned national attention by making unfortunate comments comparing gay marriage to polygamy. Edwin Moats, Robert Sutherland, and several other extremely conservative candidates in this race are not running competitive campaigns. DelBene’s experience and strong track record in her first term make her the clear choice in this race.Last updated: 2023-04-05
Suzan DelBene
Suzan DelBene won a tough race in 2012 to represent the 1st Congressional District, which reaches from Kirkland to the Canadian border.
Suzan DelBene won a tough race in 2012 to represent the 1st Congressional District, which reaches from Kirkland to the Canadian border. A former executive at Microsoft and other technology companies, she has used her technology background to become a leader of protecting privacy rights against government surveillance. She has also been a strong advocate for job development, economic fairness, women’s health, and immigration reform. DelBene’s top challenger is Pedro Celis, a Republican and retired Microsoft engineer who was a leader for the George W. Bush re-election effort in 2004. Celis recently earned national attention by making unfortunate comments comparing gay marriage to polygamy. Edwin Moats, Robert Sutherland, and several other extremely conservative candidates in this race are not running competitive campaigns. DelBene’s experience and strong track record in her first term make her the clear choice in this race.Suzan DelBene
Suzan DelBene won a tough race in 2012 to represent the 1st Congressional District, which reaches from Kirkland to the Canadian border.
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Congress
Depending on where you live, you may have one of the below congressional districts on your ballot.
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Representative Adam Smith has served in the U.S. House since 1997. Smith is a moderate Democrat who has been a reliable vote on progressive issues, including marriage equality and eliminating Don’t Ask, Don't Tell. Smith is also in favor of more progressive taxation and immigration reform. Smith has worked hard to connect with and represent his new constituents after this district changed considerably in the redistricting process. He continues to be an advocate for greater equality, and fought House Republicans' efforts to slash food stamps in the most recent farm bill.
Three opponents have thrown their hat in the ring against Smith. Though none of them are running competitive campaigns, progressive Democrat Don Rivers has an impressive platform. However, Smith’s track record has earned him the support of major progressive organizations in this race.Last updated: 2023-04-05Adam Smith
Representative Adam Smith has served in the U.S. House since 1997. Smith is a moderate Democrat who has been a reliable vote on progressive issues, including marriage equality and eliminating Don’t Ask, Don't Tell. Smith is also in favor of more progressive taxation and immigration reform.
Representative Adam Smith has served in the U.S. House since 1997. Smith is a moderate Democrat who has been a reliable vote on progressive issues, including marriage equality and eliminating Don’t Ask, Don't Tell. Smith is also in favor of more progressive taxation and immigration reform. Smith has worked hard to connect with and represent his new constituents after this district changed considerably in the redistricting process. He continues to be an advocate for greater equality, and fought House Republicans' efforts to slash food stamps in the most recent farm bill.
Three opponents have thrown their hat in the ring against Smith. Though none of them are running competitive campaigns, progressive Democrat Don Rivers has an impressive platform. However, Smith’s track record has earned him the support of major progressive organizations in this race.Adam Smith
Representative Adam Smith has served in the U.S. House since 1997. Smith is a moderate Democrat who has been a reliable vote on progressive issues, including marriage equality and eliminating Don’t Ask, Don't Tell. Smith is also in favor of more progressive taxation and immigration reform.
Legislative Races
Depending on where you live, you may have one of the below legislative races on your ballot.
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Tana Senn is a newcomer to the House after longtime representative Marcie Maxwell stepped down. Senn, a former Mercer Island Councilmember, was appointed to the state Legislature in 2013 by a unanimous vote of the Republicans and Democrats on the King County Council. Senn has been a strong education advocate and sponsored a bill to help low-income students access early learning programs. As the vice chair of the House Environment Committee, Senn also supported legislation to protect our communities from the increasing amount of oil transported across the state as well as ending the use of toxics in baby pads and household furniture. Senn's opponent, Bill Stinson, is a 20-year-old sophomore political science major at the University of Washington who worked on the Ron Paul campaign in 2012. Unlike Paul, Stinson considers himself both pro-choice and pro-LGBTQ equality. While Stinson offers some excitement for the future of the Republican Party, Senn's experience and bipartisan support make her the best choice in this race.Last updated: 2023-04-05
Tana Senn
Tana Senn is a newcomer to the House after longtime
representative Marcie Maxwell stepped down. Senn, a former Mercer Island
Councilmember, was appointed to the state Legislature in 2013 by a unanimous
Tana Senn is a newcomer to the House after longtime representative Marcie Maxwell stepped down. Senn, a former Mercer Island Councilmember, was appointed to the state Legislature in 2013 by a unanimous vote of the Republicans and Democrats on the King County Council. Senn has been a strong education advocate and sponsored a bill to help low-income students access early learning programs. As the vice chair of the House Environment Committee, Senn also supported legislation to protect our communities from the increasing amount of oil transported across the state as well as ending the use of toxics in baby pads and household furniture. Senn's opponent, Bill Stinson, is a 20-year-old sophomore political science major at the University of Washington who worked on the Ron Paul campaign in 2012. Unlike Paul, Stinson considers himself both pro-choice and pro-LGBTQ equality. While Stinson offers some excitement for the future of the Republican Party, Senn's experience and bipartisan support make her the best choice in this race.Tana Senn
Tana Senn is a newcomer to the House after longtime
representative Marcie Maxwell stepped down. Senn, a former Mercer Island
Councilmember, was appointed to the state Legislature in 2013 by a unanimous
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Representative Judy Clibborn is a moderate Democrat who chairs the House Transportation Committee. Clibborn is progressive on social issues and has stood up for marriage equality and women's health. She created jobs through investments in infrastructure, and supported legislation to crack down on drunk driving. Her opponent, Alex O'Neil, states no party preference and is not running a credible campaign.Last updated: 2023-04-05
Judy Clibborn
Representative Judy Clibborn is a moderate Democrat who
chairs the House Transportation Committee. Clibborn is progressive on social
issues and has stood up for marriage equality and women's health. She created
Representative Judy Clibborn is a moderate Democrat who chairs the House Transportation Committee. Clibborn is progressive on social issues and has stood up for marriage equality and women's health. She created jobs through investments in infrastructure, and supported legislation to crack down on drunk driving. Her opponent, Alex O'Neil, states no party preference and is not running a credible campaign.Judy Clibborn
Representative Judy Clibborn is a moderate Democrat who
chairs the House Transportation Committee. Clibborn is progressive on social
issues and has stood up for marriage equality and women's health. She created
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Rep. Cyrus Habib recently announced his candidacy for state Senate after Sen. Rodney Tom retired. In his two years in the House, Habib has been a staunch supporter of public education, transit solutions, and gun safety. Habib authored a successful jobs bill to connect entrepreneurs with additional funding options, and has been named one of 12 legislators to watch in the country by Governing Magazine. His opponent, Republican Michelle Darnell, is a Ron Paul supporter who had not actively voted until she got involved in the Occupy Wall Street movement. She does not appear to be running a serious campaign. Habib is the best choice in this race to solve the pressing needs of the Eastside.Last updated: 2023-04-05
Cyrus Habib
Rep. Cyrus Habib recently announced his candidacy for
state Senate after Sen. Rodney Tom retired. In his two years in the House, Habib
has been a staunch supporter of public education, transit solutions, and gun
Rep. Cyrus Habib recently announced his candidacy for state Senate after Sen. Rodney Tom retired. In his two years in the House, Habib has been a staunch supporter of public education, transit solutions, and gun safety. Habib authored a successful jobs bill to connect entrepreneurs with additional funding options, and has been named one of 12 legislators to watch in the country by Governing Magazine. His opponent, Republican Michelle Darnell, is a Ron Paul supporter who had not actively voted until she got involved in the Occupy Wall Street movement. She does not appear to be running a serious campaign. Habib is the best choice in this race to solve the pressing needs of the Eastside.Cyrus Habib
Rep. Cyrus Habib recently announced his candidacy for
state Senate after Sen. Rodney Tom retired. In his two years in the House, Habib
has been a staunch supporter of public education, transit solutions, and gun
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Representative Ross Hunter serves as the Chair of the powerful House Ways and Means Committee and is a strong and very effective advocate for progressive causes. Hunter has worked incredibly hard to protect education and social services from deeper budget cuts during the economic downturn. Hunter's opponent, Bill Hirt, is a fringe conservative who is focused on stopping light rail. Hunter has earned your vote for re-election.Last updated: 2023-04-05
Ross Hunter
Representative Ross Hunter serves as the Chair of the
powerful House Ways and Means Committee and is a strong and very effective
advocate for progressive causes. Hunter has worked incredibly hard to protect
Representative Ross Hunter serves as the Chair of the powerful House Ways and Means Committee and is a strong and very effective advocate for progressive causes. Hunter has worked incredibly hard to protect education and social services from deeper budget cuts during the economic downturn. Hunter's opponent, Bill Hirt, is a fringe conservative who is focused on stopping light rail. Hunter has earned your vote for re-election.Ross Hunter
Representative Ross Hunter serves as the Chair of the
powerful House Ways and Means Committee and is a strong and very effective
advocate for progressive causes. Hunter has worked incredibly hard to protect
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Former Kirkland Mayor Joan McBride showed her willingness to fight for progressive values when she challenged then-Sen. Rodney Tom, who stepped down due to family issues. McBride showed her financial discipline in Kirkland during her time as mayor and is a strong supporter of women's health, LGBTQ equality, working transportation options, and Puget Sound cleanup. She is opposed by libertarian Tim Turner, who is not running a credible campaign. McBride deserves your vote.Last updated: 2023-04-05
Joan McBride
Former Kirkland Mayor Joan McBride showed her
willingness to fight for progressive values when she challenged then-Sen. Rodney
Tom, who stepped down due to family issues. McBride showed her financial
Former Kirkland Mayor Joan McBride showed her willingness to fight for progressive values when she challenged then-Sen. Rodney Tom, who stepped down due to family issues. McBride showed her financial discipline in Kirkland during her time as mayor and is a strong supporter of women's health, LGBTQ equality, working transportation options, and Puget Sound cleanup. She is opposed by libertarian Tim Turner, who is not running a credible campaign. McBride deserves your vote.Joan McBride
Former Kirkland Mayor Joan McBride showed her
willingness to fight for progressive values when she challenged then-Sen. Rodney
Tom, who stepped down due to family issues. McBride showed her financial
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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.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.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.