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Congress

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

2nd Congressional District

U.S. Representative

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    Democrat

    Rick Larsen

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  • Rep. Rick Larsen is a moderate, pragmatic Democrat who has been a strong advocate for jobs, transportation, and infrastructure projects in the 2nd District since he was first elected to Congress in 2000. He has also led efforts to protect voting rights, fought to reform student loans, and has been a champion of Wall Street reform. Unfortunately, Larsen angered many progressives with his support of the new contract that eliminated hard-earned pension benefits for Boeing machinists. Before serving in Congress he served on the Snohomish County Council and worked on economic development for City of Everett.

    Larsen is facing two opponents who have far less resources in the primary. BJ Guillot is running on an extremely conservative Tea Party platform. Independent Mike Lapointe is running against Larsen on a very progressive platform that includes raising the minimum wage to $15 per hour immediately. Larsen’s experience, broad support, and generally progressive track record make him a good choice in this race.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Rick Larsen

    Rep. Rick Larsen is a moderate, pragmatic Democrat who has been a strong advocate for jobs, transportation, and infrastructure projects in the 2nd District since he was first elected to Congress in 2000.

    Rep. Rick Larsen is a moderate, pragmatic Democrat who has been a strong advocate for jobs, transportation, and infrastructure projects in the 2nd District since he was first elected to Congress in 2000. He has also led efforts to protect voting rights, fought to reform student loans, and has been a champion of Wall Street reform. Unfortunately, Larsen angered many progressives with his support of the new contract that eliminated hard-earned pension benefits for Boeing machinists. Before serving in Congress he served on the Snohomish County Council and worked on economic development for City of Everett.

    Larsen is facing two opponents who have far less resources in the primary. BJ Guillot is running on an extremely conservative Tea Party platform. Independent Mike Lapointe is running against Larsen on a very progressive platform that includes raising the minimum wage to $15 per hour immediately. Larsen’s experience, broad support, and generally progressive track record make him a good choice in this race.

    Rick Larsen

    Rep. Rick Larsen is a moderate, pragmatic Democrat who has been a strong advocate for jobs, transportation, and infrastructure projects in the 2nd District since he was first elected to Congress in 2000.

    • Endorsed By: Snohomish County Democrats, Whatcom County Democrats, Washington State Young Democrats

8th Congressional District

U.S. Representative

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    Democrat

    Jason Ritchie

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  • Jason Ritchie is a rising star who is running an energetic campaign to defeat incumbent Dave Reichert. Ritchie started a business remodeling homes for the disabled after his father had a stroke and suffered from limited mobility. With a strong commitment to progressive values on issues such as immigration reform, protecting safe and legal access to abortion, and fully funding education, Ritchie would be a welcome change to the district.

    Conservative Republican Dave Reichert has yet to sponsor one piece of legislation that has been passed into law and is an ineffective representative for the district. Ritchie deserves your vote.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Jason Ritchie

    Jason Ritchie is a rising star who is running an energetic campaign to defeat incumbent Dave Reichert. Ritchie started a business remodeling homes for the disabled after his father had a stroke and suffered from limited mobility.

    Jason Ritchie is a rising star who is running an energetic campaign to defeat incumbent Dave Reichert. Ritchie started a business remodeling homes for the disabled after his father had a stroke and suffered from limited mobility. With a strong commitment to progressive values on issues such as immigration reform, protecting safe and legal access to abortion, and fully funding education, Ritchie would be a welcome change to the district.

    Conservative Republican Dave Reichert has yet to sponsor one piece of legislation that has been passed into law and is an ineffective representative for the district. Ritchie deserves your vote.

    Jason Ritchie

    Jason Ritchie is a rising star who is running an energetic campaign to defeat incumbent Dave Reichert. Ritchie started a business remodeling homes for the disabled after his father had a stroke and suffered from limited mobility.

    • Endorsed By: The Stranger, United Food and Commercial Workers International Union, Washington State Labor Council, 5th, 25th, 31st, and 33rd District Democrats, Pierce County Democrats, Young Democrats of Washington, King County Young Democrats

39th Legislative District

State Representative, Position #1

No Good Choices

There are no good choices in this race. Dan Kristansen is an very conservative legislator who received a "0" rating for his environmental views from Washington Conservation Voters. He is running unopposed. If you are interested in running for this seat, please contact our friends at Progressive Majority Washington.

Dan Kristiansen

There are no good choices in this race. Dan Kristansen

is an very conservative legislator who received a "0" rating for his

environmental views from Washington Conservation Voters. He is running

State Representative, Position #2

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    Democrat

    Charles Jensen

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  • Charles Jensen is a Sedro-Woolley teacher and 12-year veteran of the U.S. Air Force and Washington National Guard who is challenging Tea Party first term legislator Elizabeth Scott. Jensen wants to encourage sustainable job growth, strengthen education, improve the area's transportation network, and protect the environment. Jensen is running because he believes Scott's record does not represent the district. Scott voted against making spousal rape a felony and also voted against aerospace training and research that the 39th LD relies upon for jobs. Scott was also strongly criticized this year for using the tragedy in Oso to promote her own personal agenda of attacking emergency responders. Jensen would be a far better candidate for this district.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Charles Jensen

    Charles Jensen is a Sedro-Woolley teacher and 12-year

    veteran of the U.S. Air Force and Washington National Guard who is challenging

    Tea Party first term legislator Elizabeth Scott. Jensen wants to encourage

    Charles Jensen is a Sedro-Woolley teacher and 12-year veteran of the U.S. Air Force and Washington National Guard who is challenging Tea Party first term legislator Elizabeth Scott. Jensen wants to encourage sustainable job growth, strengthen education, improve the area's transportation network, and protect the environment. Jensen is running because he believes Scott's record does not represent the district. Scott voted against making spousal rape a felony and also voted against aerospace training and research that the 39th LD relies upon for jobs. Scott was also strongly criticized this year for using the tragedy in Oso to promote her own personal agenda of attacking emergency responders. Jensen would be a far better candidate for this district.

    Charles Jensen

    Charles Jensen is a Sedro-Woolley teacher and 12-year

    veteran of the U.S. Air Force and Washington National Guard who is challenging

    Tea Party first term legislator Elizabeth Scott. Jensen wants to encourage

    • Endorsed By: American Federation of Teachers - WA, Washington State Labor Council, Teamsters Joint Council 28, Pro-Choice Washington, Washington State Young Democrats, King County Democrats, King County Young Democrats, 39th Legislative District Democrats, 1st Legislative District Democrats, Stanwood Democrats

County Races

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

Skagit County

Skagit County Assessor

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    Democrat

    Tom L. Pasma

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  • Tom Pasma is a Democrat vying for the office of retiring Assessor Don Munks. He is former chair of the 40th District Democrats who has worked closely with state lawmakers to create agricultural internships. Pasma carries the endorsement of the Skagit Democrats. His opponent is Dave Thomas, a Republican with 17 years of experience working in the assessor’s office where he is currently senior residential appraiser. Pasma’s commitment to agriculture would be an important consideration in the office of county assessor.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Tom L. Pasma

    Tom Pasma is a Democrat vying for the office of retiring Assessor Don Munks. He is former chair of the 40th District Democrats who has worked closely with state lawmakers to create agricultural internships. Pasma carries the endorsement of the Skagit Democrats.

    Tom Pasma is a Democrat vying for the office of retiring Assessor Don Munks. He is former chair of the 40th District Democrats who has worked closely with state lawmakers to create agricultural internships. Pasma carries the endorsement of the Skagit Democrats. His opponent is Dave Thomas, a Republican with 17 years of experience working in the assessor’s office where he is currently senior residential appraiser. Pasma’s commitment to agriculture would be an important consideration in the office of county assessor.

    Tom L. Pasma

    Tom Pasma is a Democrat vying for the office of retiring Assessor Don Munks. He is former chair of the 40th District Democrats who has worked closely with state lawmakers to create agricultural internships. Pasma carries the endorsement of the Skagit Democrats.

Skagit County Auditor

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    Democrat

    Jeanne Youngquist

  • Incumbent Jeanne Youngquist has served as the Skagit County Auditor since 2007 and carries the Skagit Democrats endorsement. Since 2009, Youngquist has been on the Board of Directors of the Skagit Women’s Alliance Network. As Auditor, Youngquist collaborated with other county offices to digitize and make myriad records available online for the public. She has enhanced the convenience of ballot boxes and spearheaded the Online Voter’s Guide for the county available through the Auditor’s website. Throughout her career, Youngquist has taken numerous steps to increase the transparency of the Skagit Auditor’s Office. Her challenger is Libertarian/Republican Cheryl D. Mitchell, Skagit Deputy Auditor for fifteen years. Mitchell has not presented a campaign plan or vision for what she wishes to accomplish. Youngquist’s proven commitment to government transparency makes her the better choice.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Jeanne Youngquist

    Incumbent Jeanne Youngquist has served as the Skagit County Auditor since 2007 and carries the Skagit Democrats endorsement. Since 2009, Youngquist has been on the Board of Directors of the Skagit Women’s Alliance Network.

    Incumbent Jeanne Youngquist has served as the Skagit County Auditor since 2007 and carries the Skagit Democrats endorsement. Since 2009, Youngquist has been on the Board of Directors of the Skagit Women’s Alliance Network. As Auditor, Youngquist collaborated with other county offices to digitize and make myriad records available online for the public. She has enhanced the convenience of ballot boxes and spearheaded the Online Voter’s Guide for the county available through the Auditor’s website. Throughout her career, Youngquist has taken numerous steps to increase the transparency of the Skagit Auditor’s Office. Her challenger is Libertarian/Republican Cheryl D. Mitchell, Skagit Deputy Auditor for fifteen years. Mitchell has not presented a campaign plan or vision for what she wishes to accomplish. Youngquist’s proven commitment to government transparency makes her the better choice.

    Jeanne Youngquist

    Incumbent Jeanne Youngquist has served as the Skagit County Auditor since 2007 and carries the Skagit Democrats endorsement. Since 2009, Youngquist has been on the Board of Directors of the Skagit Women’s Alliance Network.

Snohomish County

Snohomish County Executive

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    Democrat

    John Lovick

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  • John Lovick is the current Snohomish County Executive, running to retain his recent appointment to the position following the resignation of previous County Executive, Aaron Reardon. Lovick spent nine years in the state legislature representing the 44th District, during five of which he was Speaker Pro-Tem. He was elected as the Snohomish County Sheriff in 2007 and successfully merged the County Jail with the Sheriff’s Office. Two people are challenging Lovick. His Democratic challenger, James R. Deal, is not running a credible campaign. Republican Carolyn Eslick is the current Mayor of Sultan. She is critical of Seattle’s $15 minimum wage and intends to entice Seattle businesses into Snohomish to avoid paying higher wages. Whoever wins the Executive position in the General Election will be up for reelection again in 2015, when a candidate will be elected to a full four-year term. While Lovick angered many progressives with his vocal support of the new Boeing contract, he is still the best choice in this race.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    John Lovick

    John Lovick is the current Snohomish County Executive, running to retain his recent appointment to the position following the resignation of previous County Executive, Aaron Reardon.

    John Lovick is the current Snohomish County Executive, running to retain his recent appointment to the position following the resignation of previous County Executive, Aaron Reardon. Lovick spent nine years in the state legislature representing the 44th District, during five of which he was Speaker Pro-Tem. He was elected as the Snohomish County Sheriff in 2007 and successfully merged the County Jail with the Sheriff’s Office. Two people are challenging Lovick. His Democratic challenger, James R. Deal, is not running a credible campaign. Republican Carolyn Eslick is the current Mayor of Sultan. She is critical of Seattle’s $15 minimum wage and intends to entice Seattle businesses into Snohomish to avoid paying higher wages. Whoever wins the Executive position in the General Election will be up for reelection again in 2015, when a candidate will be elected to a full four-year term. While Lovick angered many progressives with his vocal support of the new Boeing contract, he is still the best choice in this race.

    John Lovick

    John Lovick is the current Snohomish County Executive, running to retain his recent appointment to the position following the resignation of previous County Executive, Aaron Reardon.

    • Endorsed By: Snohomish County Democrats, Washington State Patrol Troopers Association

Skagit County, District #3

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

Skagit County Commissioner, District #3

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    Democrat

    Lisa Janicki

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  • Lisa Janicki is running to replace retiring Skagit Commissioner District 3, Sharon Dillon. Janicki has served twice as board president for the Economic Development Association of Skagit County and is CFO of Janicki Industries; such budgeting and planning experience would give her an edge as the county considers updates to its Comprehensive Plan. She is a board member for the United Way and an advisor to the board of Skagit Women Build - Habitat for Humanity. Janicki carries the Skagit Democrats endorsement. Her two opponents are Patrick M. Hayden and Kevin Loy. Hayden is an attorney based in Sedro-Woolley. He supports conservation ideals, but is running a weak campaign. Loy has served on the Sedro-Woolley City Council, but offers no solutions or policy ideas. Going forward, Lisa Janicki is the best-qualified candidate.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Lisa Janicki

    Lisa Janicki is running to replace retiring Skagit Commissioner District 3, Sharon Dillon.

    Lisa Janicki is running to replace retiring Skagit Commissioner District 3, Sharon Dillon. Janicki has served twice as board president for the Economic Development Association of Skagit County and is CFO of Janicki Industries; such budgeting and planning experience would give her an edge as the county considers updates to its Comprehensive Plan. She is a board member for the United Way and an advisor to the board of Skagit Women Build - Habitat for Humanity. Janicki carries the Skagit Democrats endorsement. Her two opponents are Patrick M. Hayden and Kevin Loy. Hayden is an attorney based in Sedro-Woolley. He supports conservation ideals, but is running a weak campaign. Loy has served on the Sedro-Woolley City Council, but offers no solutions or policy ideas. Going forward, Lisa Janicki is the best-qualified candidate.

    Lisa Janicki

    Lisa Janicki is running to replace retiring Skagit Commissioner District 3, Sharon Dillon.

    • Endorsed By: Skagit County Democrats