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9th Congressional District

U.S. Representative

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    Democrat

    Adam Smith

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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: 2023-04-05

    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.

    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.

    • Endorsed By: Service Employees International Union, Teamsters Joint Council 28, The Stranger, Washington State Labor Council, Pierce and King County Democrats, various Democratic district organizations, International Brotherhood of Teamsters, Washington Federation of State Employees

Legislative Races

Depending on where you live, you may have one of the below legislative races on your ballot.

30th Legislative District

State Senator

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    Democrat

    Shari Song

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  • Shari Song is long time community leader and realtor. She has served on and chaired the boards of several community organizations and served on the Federal Way Diversity Commission. She also founded a local preschool. Song’s priorities are job development and education funding, as well as transportation and transit.

    Her opponent is former Democrat now turned Republican Mark Miloscia. Miloscia does not support access to safe and legal abortion and is opposed to LGBT equality. Miloscia is a former member of the House of Representatives who ran for State Auditor and lost in 2012. He is now running as a Republican, and his campaign is heavily funded by corporate lobbyists and wealthy special interests. Song is clearly the best choice in this race.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Shari Song

    Shari Song is long time community leader and realtor.

    She has served on and chaired the boards of several community organizations and

    served on the Federal Way Diversity Commission. She also founded a local

    Shari Song is long time community leader and realtor. She has served on and chaired the boards of several community organizations and served on the Federal Way Diversity Commission. She also founded a local preschool. Song’s priorities are job development and education funding, as well as transportation and transit.

    Her opponent is former Democrat now turned Republican Mark Miloscia. Miloscia does not support access to safe and legal abortion and is opposed to LGBT equality. Miloscia is a former member of the House of Representatives who ran for State Auditor and lost in 2012. He is now running as a Republican, and his campaign is heavily funded by corporate lobbyists and wealthy special interests. Song is clearly the best choice in this race.

    Shari Song

    Shari Song is long time community leader and realtor.

    She has served on and chaired the boards of several community organizations and

    served on the Federal Way Diversity Commission. She also founded a local

State Representative, Position #1

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    Democrat

    Greg Baruso

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  • Gregory Baruso is a 28-year veteran of the Port of Seattle Fire Department and the Chair of the Federal Way Diversity Commission. In addition to his public safety experience and leadership, Baruso will focus on education and tax issues, including tax loophole accountability. Baruso is challenging first-term Republican Linda Kochmar, who was narrowly elected in 2012. She doesn't support access to safe and legal abortion and has not distinguished herself from the Republican Party line in her first two years in office. Baruso is the best choice in this race.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Greg Baruso

    Gregory Baruso is a 28-year veteran of the Port of

    Seattle Fire Department and the Chair of the Federal Way Diversity Commission.

    In addition to his public safety experience and leadership, Baruso will focus on

    Gregory Baruso is a 28-year veteran of the Port of Seattle Fire Department and the Chair of the Federal Way Diversity Commission. In addition to his public safety experience and leadership, Baruso will focus on education and tax issues, including tax loophole accountability. Baruso is challenging first-term Republican Linda Kochmar, who was narrowly elected in 2012. She doesn't support access to safe and legal abortion and has not distinguished herself from the Republican Party line in her first two years in office. Baruso is the best choice in this race.

    Greg Baruso

    Gregory Baruso is a 28-year veteran of the Port of

    Seattle Fire Department and the Chair of the Federal Way Diversity Commission.

    In addition to his public safety experience and leadership, Baruso will focus on

    • Endorsed By: American Federation of Teachers - WA, The Stranger, Washington State Labor Council, SEIU Local 925, SEIU Healthcare 1199NW, Teamsters Joint Council 28, UFCW 3000, MLK Labor Council, South King County Firefighters, SeaTac Firefighters, Shoreline Firefighters, Valley Professional Firefighters, Pierce County Young Democrats, King County Young Democrats, Young Democrats of Washington, King County Democrats

State Representative, Position #2

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    Democrat

    Roger Freeman

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  • Moderate Democrat Roger Freeman has been a solid advocate for Federal Way during his past two years in Olympia. The former public defender and Federal Way City Councilmember sponsored bills that protect police and fire and also disabled persons. He also secured funding to upgrade the Senior Activity Center in Milton and enhance the Federal Way Performing Arts Center. His opponent, Republican Jack Dovey, is not running a competitive campaign. Freeman is the best choice in this race.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Roger Freeman

    Moderate Democrat Roger Freeman has been a solid

    advocate for Federal Way during his past two years in Olympia. The former public

    defender and Federal Way City Councilmember sponsored bills that protect police

    Moderate Democrat Roger Freeman has been a solid advocate for Federal Way during his past two years in Olympia. The former public defender and Federal Way City Councilmember sponsored bills that protect police and fire and also disabled persons. He also secured funding to upgrade the Senior Activity Center in Milton and enhance the Federal Way Performing Arts Center. His opponent, Republican Jack Dovey, is not running a competitive campaign. Freeman is the best choice in this race.

    Roger Freeman

    Moderate Democrat Roger Freeman has been a solid

    advocate for Federal Way during his past two years in Olympia. The former public

    defender and Federal Way City Councilmember sponsored bills that protect police

33rd Legislative District

State Senator

State Representative, Position #1

State Representative, Position #2

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    Democrat

    Mia Su-Ling Gregerson

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  • Former SeaTac City Councilwoman Mia Su-Ling Gregerson was appointed to her seat in the House last year. Gregerson has long been a transportation advocate, including during her time on the SeaTac City Council where she fought for light rail infrastructure, safe and complete streets, and transit-oriented development. Her main focus in the legislature has been education funding, transportation, and ensuring access to health care for all communities. If retained, she would be the first person of color ever elected to the 33rd legislative district despite its diverse constituency. Gregerson faces opposition from conservative Des Moines City Councilwoman and former judge Jeanette Burrage, who is best known for saying “women lawyers, you better wear skirts” in 2006. Burrage was also rated five years in a row as "Not Qualified" by the King County Bar Association. Another opponent, Independent Kent City Councilman Les Thomas, is not running an effective campaign. Gregerson deserves your vote.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Mia Su-Ling Gregerson

    Former SeaTac City Councilwoman Mia Su-Ling Gregerson

    was appointed to her seat in the House last year. Gregerson has long been a

    transportation advocate, including during her time on the SeaTac City Council

    Former SeaTac City Councilwoman Mia Su-Ling Gregerson was appointed to her seat in the House last year. Gregerson has long been a transportation advocate, including during her time on the SeaTac City Council where she fought for light rail infrastructure, safe and complete streets, and transit-oriented development. Her main focus in the legislature has been education funding, transportation, and ensuring access to health care for all communities. If retained, she would be the first person of color ever elected to the 33rd legislative district despite its diverse constituency. Gregerson faces opposition from conservative Des Moines City Councilwoman and former judge Jeanette Burrage, who is best known for saying “women lawyers, you better wear skirts” in 2006. Burrage was also rated five years in a row as "Not Qualified" by the King County Bar Association. Another opponent, Independent Kent City Councilman Les Thomas, is not running an effective campaign. Gregerson deserves your vote.

    Mia Su-Ling Gregerson

    Former SeaTac City Councilwoman Mia Su-Ling Gregerson

    was appointed to her seat in the House last year. Gregerson has long been a

    transportation advocate, including during her time on the SeaTac City Council

King County

King County Prosecuting Attorney

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    Republican

    Dan Satterberg

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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.

    • Endorsed By: SEIU 775, Joint Council of Teamsters 28