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

7th Congressional District

U.S. Representative

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    Democrat

    Jim McDermott

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  • 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 faces two challengers, neither of whom are compelling: Independent West Seattle lawyer Doug McQuaid, who lost badly in Seattle's mayoral primary in 2013, and perennial candidate GoodSpaceGuy. 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 faces two challengers, neither of whom are compelling: Independent West Seattle lawyer Doug McQuaid, who lost badly in Seattle's mayoral primary in 2013, and perennial candidate GoodSpaceGuy. 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.

    • Endorsed By: Sierra Club, Teamsters Joint Council 28, The Stranger, Washington State Labor Council, Various Democratic District Organizations, King County Young Democrats

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

37th Legislative District

State Senator

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    Democrat

    Pramila Jayapal

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  • Pramila Jayapal is running for state Senate and has a long track record of progressive civic leadership on immigration reform, economic fairness, civil liberties, and women’s issues. She founded OneAmerica (formerly Hate Free Zone) in 2001 and built it into the largest immigrant rights organization in the state and a national model. She also played a key role on the Mayoral Advisory Committee that negotiated Seattle’s $15 minimum wage.

    Her opponents are progressives Claude Burfect, John Stafford, Sheley Secrest, and Louis Watanabe, as well as conservative Rowland Martin. Jayapal’s distinguished record of civic leadership and effectiveness sets her apart and has earned her the endorsements of most progressive organizations in this race. Jayapal is the best choice for this seat.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Pramila Jayapal

    Pramila Jayapal is running for state Senate and has a

    long track record of progressive civic leadership on immigration reform,

    economic fairness, civil liberties, and women’s issues. She founded OneAmerica

    Pramila Jayapal is running for state Senate and has a long track record of progressive civic leadership on immigration reform, economic fairness, civil liberties, and women’s issues. She founded OneAmerica (formerly Hate Free Zone) in 2001 and built it into the largest immigrant rights organization in the state and a national model. She also played a key role on the Mayoral Advisory Committee that negotiated Seattle’s $15 minimum wage.

    Her opponents are progressives Claude Burfect, John Stafford, Sheley Secrest, and Louis Watanabe, as well as conservative Rowland Martin. Jayapal’s distinguished record of civic leadership and effectiveness sets her apart and has earned her the endorsements of most progressive organizations in this race. Jayapal is the best choice for this seat.

    Pramila Jayapal

    Pramila Jayapal is running for state Senate and has a

    long track record of progressive civic leadership on immigration reform,

    economic fairness, civil liberties, and women’s issues. She founded OneAmerica

    • Endorsed By: American Federation of Teachers - WA, Progressive Majority WA, Washington Conservation Action, Sierra Club, Fuse, OneAmerica Votes, The Stranger, Washington State Labor Council, Service Employees International Union, UFCW 3000, Pro-Choice Washington, Planned Parenthood Alliance Advocates, Sierra Club, Washington Education Association, Young Democrats of Washington State, King County Young Democrats, Seattle Gay News, Unite Here Local 8

State Representative, Position #1

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    Democrat

    Sharon Tomiko Santos

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  • Representative Sharon Tomiko Santos is a moderate Democrat and former banker. While she represents a very progressive district, she has voted against transit oriented development, can be unreliable on the environment, and is problematic on predatory lending. However, Tomiko Santos is Chair of the House Education Committee, where she is generally a reliable advocate for education, including her vote in favor of the Dream Act to grant access to higher education funding to immigrant children. Her opponents include conservative Republicans John Dickinson and Daniel Bretzke. While we have concerns about her record, Tomiko Santos is the best option in this race.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Sharon Tomiko Santos

    Representative Sharon Tomiko Santos is a moderate

    Democrat and former banker. While she represents a very progressive district,

    she has voted against transit oriented development, can be unreliable on the

    Representative Sharon Tomiko Santos is a moderate Democrat and former banker. While she represents a very progressive district, she has voted against transit oriented development, can be unreliable on the environment, and is problematic on predatory lending. However, Tomiko Santos is Chair of the House Education Committee, where she is generally a reliable advocate for education, including her vote in favor of the Dream Act to grant access to higher education funding to immigrant children. Her opponents include conservative Republicans John Dickinson and Daniel Bretzke. While we have concerns about her record, Tomiko Santos is the best option in this race.

    Sharon Tomiko Santos

    Representative Sharon Tomiko Santos is a moderate

    Democrat and former banker. While she represents a very progressive district,

    she has voted against transit oriented development, can be unreliable on the

State Representative, Position #2

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    Democrat

    Eric Pettigrew

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  • Representative Eric Pettigrew is the Majority Caucus Chair who has worked to promote affordable housing and economic development. Progressives are sometimes surprised to find him uncommitted to working family issues such as paid sick leave and raising the minimum wage. Overall, Pettigrew is a reliable progressive advocate in the legislature. Pettigrew faces only token opposition from Tamra Smilanich and has earned your support.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Eric Pettigrew

    Representative Eric Pettigrew is the Majority Caucus

    Chair who has worked to promote affordable housing and economic development.

    Progressives are sometimes surprised to find him uncommitted to working family

    Representative Eric Pettigrew is the Majority Caucus Chair who has worked to promote affordable housing and economic development. Progressives are sometimes surprised to find him uncommitted to working family issues such as paid sick leave and raising the minimum wage. Overall, Pettigrew is a reliable progressive advocate in the legislature. Pettigrew faces only token opposition from Tamra Smilanich and has earned your support.

    Eric Pettigrew

    Representative Eric Pettigrew is the Majority Caucus

    Chair who has worked to promote affordable housing and economic development.

    Progressives are sometimes surprised to find him uncommitted to working family

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

Seattle Ballot Measures

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

Seattle City Proposition #1

  • VOTE YES

    Vote YES For Parks!

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  • Seattle Proposition 1 would provide stable, dedicated funding to maintain and operate Seattle’s parks and community centers. It establishes a new parks district that would replace the expiring parks levy and would cost a typical homeowner about $4 a month. Seattle has a great parks system that we have neglected for many years that has led to a $267 million maintenance backlog. Unanimously approved by the City Council, Proposition 1 would provide stable, dedicated funding to address leaky roofs, aging boilers, and critical electrical upgrades. It will also restore staffing at community and senior centers. Accountability and oversight is provided through the City Council. Our parks system is one of our greatest democratic institutions, bringing together people from all walks of life and all races and ethnicities to share in the beauty of nature and the benefits of recreation. We should protect this legacy for future generations.

    Some progressives have expressed concerns about the details of this measure. We think former Mayor Mike McGinn did a good job of acknowledging concerns about Prop 1 while explaining why he is voting yes: http://www.seattlemet.com/news-and-profiles/publicola/articles/why-i-m-voting-for-parks-even-though-the-opponents-have-a-point-july-2014
    Last updated: 2023-04-05
    Seattle Proposition 1 would provide stable, dedicated funding to maintain and operate Seattle’s parks and community centers. It establishes a new parks district that would replace the expiring parks levy and would cost a typical homeowner about $4 a month. Seattle has a great parks system that we have neglected for many years that has led to a $267 million maintenance backlog. Unanimously approved by the City Council, Proposition 1 would provide stable, dedicated funding to address leaky roofs, aging boilers, and critical electrical upgrades. It will also restore staffing at community and senior centers. Accountability and oversight is provided through the City Council. Our parks system is one of our greatest democratic institutions, bringing together people from all walks of life and all races and ethnicities to share in the beauty of nature and the benefits of recreation. We should protect this legacy for future generations.

    Some progressives have expressed concerns about the details of this measure. We think former Mayor Mike McGinn did a good job of acknowledging concerns about Prop 1 while explaining why he is voting yes: http://www.seattlemet.com/news-and-profiles/publicola/articles/why-i-m-voting-for-parks-even-though-the-opponents-have-a-point-july-2014
    Seattle Proposition 1 would provide stable, dedicated funding to maintain and operate Seattle’s parks and community centers. It establishes a new parks district that would replace the expiring parks levy and would cost a typical homeowner about $4 a month. Seattle has a great parks system that we have neglected for many years that has led to a $267 million maintenance backlog. Unanimously approved by the City Council, Proposition 1 would provide stable, dedicated funding to address leaky roofs, aging boilers, and critical electrical upgrades. It will also restore staffing at community and senior centers. Accountability and oversight is provided through the City Council. Our parks system is one of our greatest democratic institutions, bringing together people from all walks of life and all races and ethnicities to share in the beauty of nature and the benefits of recreation. We should protect this legacy for future generations.

    Some progressives have expressed concerns about the details of this measure. We think former Mayor Mike McGinn did a good job of acknowledging concerns about Prop 1 while explaining why he is voting yes: http://www.seattlemet.com/news-and-profiles/publicola/articles/why-i-m-voting-for-parks-even-though-the-opponents-have-a-point-july-2014

    Proposition 1: Vote Yes For Parks!

    Seattle Proposition 1 would provide stable, dedicated funding to maintain and operate Seattle’s parks and community centers. It establishes a new parks district that would replace the expiring parks levy and would cost a typical homeowner about $4 a month. Seattle has a great parks system that we have neglected for many years that has led to a $267 million maintenance backlog. Unanimously approved by the City Council, Proposition 1 would provide stable, dedicated funding to address leaky roofs, aging boilers, and critical electrical upgrades.

    • Endorsed By Cascade Bicycle Club, Sierra Club, The Stranger, Washington Conservation Action, King County Democrats, various district Democratic organizations, Martin Luther King County Labor Council, El Centro de la Raza, Municipal League of King County