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Statewide Ballot Measures

Initiative #1366

  • VOTE NO

    No on Tim Eyman's I-1366

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  • Initiative-1366 from Tim Eyman orders the legislature to send a constitutional amendment to the voters next year requiring a two-thirds supermajority vote to close tax loopholes or raise revenue. If legislators refuse, Eyman’s initiative would create an $8 billion hole in our state budget over the next six years by cutting the sales tax by a full 1 percent.

    The timing for I-1366 is very bad. Our state is being fined $100,000 a day for failing to fully fund education, yet Eyman’s initiative would make it nearly impossible to close wasteful corporate tax loopholes or fix our state’s upside down tax system. Not surprisingly, Initiative 1366’s largest donors are big developers and Wall Street interests who have given Eyman hundreds of thousands of dollars to protect their special tax loopholes.

    Eyman proposed nearly the exact same initiative last year and it was broadly criticized. The Spokane Spokesman-Review referred to his previous effort as Eyman’s “worst ever” idea. Others called this initiative “extortion” (Walla Walla Union Bulletin) and “disingenuous” (Everett Herald), saying it is simply a ploy to keep Eyman’s initiative promotion business up and running.

    We oppose I-1366 because it would prevent us from fixing our state’s upside down tax system or fully funding our kids’ schools. Join this broad coalition listed below and vote NO on I-1366.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05
    Initiative-1366 from Tim Eyman orders the legislature to send a constitutional amendment to the voters next year requiring a two-thirds supermajority vote to close tax loopholes or raise revenue. If legislators refuse, Eyman’s initiative would create an $8 billion hole in our state budget over the next six years by cutting the sales tax by a full 1 percent.

    The timing for I-1366 is very bad. Our state is being fined $100,000 a day for failing to fully fund education, yet Eyman’s initiative would make it nearly impossible to close wasteful corporate tax loopholes or fix our state’s upside down tax system. Not surprisingly, Initiative 1366’s largest donors are big developers and Wall Street interests who have given Eyman hundreds of thousands of dollars to protect their special tax loopholes.

    Eyman proposed nearly the exact same initiative last year and it was broadly criticized. The Spokane Spokesman-Review referred to his previous effort as Eyman’s “worst ever” idea. Others called this initiative “extortion” (Walla Walla Union Bulletin) and “disingenuous” (Everett Herald), saying it is simply a ploy to keep Eyman’s initiative promotion business up and running.

    We oppose I-1366 because it would prevent us from fixing our state’s upside down tax system or fully funding our kids’ schools. Join this broad coalition listed below and vote NO on I-1366.
    Initiative-1366 from Tim Eyman orders the legislature to send a constitutional amendment to the voters next year requiring a two-thirds supermajority vote to close tax loopholes or raise revenue. If legislators refuse, Eyman’s initiative would create an $8 billion hole in our state budget over the next six years by cutting the sales tax by a full 1 percent.

    The timing for I-1366 is very bad. Our state is being fined $100,000 a day for failing to fully fund education, yet Eyman’s initiative would make it nearly impossible to close wasteful corporate tax loopholes or fix our state’s upside down tax system. Not surprisingly, Initiative 1366’s largest donors are big developers and Wall Street interests who have given Eyman hundreds of thousands of dollars to protect their special tax loopholes.

    Eyman proposed nearly the exact same initiative last year and it was broadly criticized. The Spokane Spokesman-Review referred to his previous effort as Eyman’s “worst ever” idea. Others called this initiative “extortion” (Walla Walla Union Bulletin) and “disingenuous” (Everett Herald), saying it is simply a ploy to keep Eyman’s initiative promotion business up and running.

    We oppose I-1366 because it would prevent us from fixing our state’s upside down tax system or fully funding our kids’ schools. Join this broad coalition listed below and vote NO on I-1366.

    Initiative 1366

    Initiative-1366 from Tim Eyman orders the legislature to send a constitutional amendment to the voters next year requiring a two-thirds supermajority vote to close tax loopholes or raise revenue. If legislators refuse, Eyman’s initiative would create an $8 billion hole in our state budget over the next six years by cutting the sales tax by a full 1 percent.



Initiative #1401

  • VOTE YES

    Vote Yes on Saving Animals from Extinction

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  • Initiative 1401 seeks to help save endangered animals from extinction by making the selling, purchasing, trading, or distributing of animals threatened with extinction punishable by law. From African Elephants to the Javan Tiger, animals are disappearing from our planet at an alarming rate. Passing Initiative 1401 means that our last remaining elephants, rhinos, tigers, lions, cheetahs, leopards, pangolins, marine turtles, sharks, and rays will at least be somewhat protected from the illegal animal trade here in our home state.

    Help save animals facing extinction: vote YES on Initiative 1401.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05
    Initiative 1401 seeks to help save endangered animals from extinction by making the selling, purchasing, trading, or distributing of animals threatened with extinction punishable by law. From African Elephants to the Javan Tiger, animals are disappearing from our planet at an alarming rate. Passing Initiative 1401 means that our last remaining elephants, rhinos, tigers, lions, cheetahs, leopards, pangolins, marine turtles, sharks, and rays will at least be somewhat protected from the illegal animal trade here in our home state.

    Help save animals facing extinction: vote YES on Initiative 1401.
    Initiative 1401 seeks to help save endangered animals from extinction by making the selling, purchasing, trading, or distributing of animals threatened with extinction punishable by law. From African Elephants to the Javan Tiger, animals are disappearing from our planet at an alarming rate. Passing Initiative 1401 means that our last remaining elephants, rhinos, tigers, lions, cheetahs, leopards, pangolins, marine turtles, sharks, and rays will at least be somewhat protected from the illegal animal trade here in our home state.

    Help save animals facing extinction: vote YES on Initiative 1401.

    Initiative 1401

    Initiative 1401 seeks to help save endangered animals from extinction by making the selling, purchasing, trading, or distributing of animals threatened with extinction punishable by law. From African Elephants to the Javan Tiger, animals are disappearing from our planet at an alarming rate. Passing Initiative 1401 means that our last remaining elephants, rhinos, tigers, lions, cheetahs, leopards, pangolins, marine turtles, sharks, and rays will at least be somewhat protected from the illegal animal trade here in our home state.



    • Endorsed By Washington Conservation Action, Sierra Club, Humane Voters of Washington, Conservation Northwest, Audubon Washington

Advisory Vote #10

  • VOTE MAINTAINED

    Vote "Maintain" on Tax Advisory Vote No. 10

  • Legislators voted nearly unanimously for new oil train safety regulations, including directing some oil taxes to help pay for oil-train spill response. Senate Bill 1449 passed the legislature 141 to 1 with 5 excused. 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. Vote to "maintain" this measure.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05
    Legislators voted nearly unanimously for new oil train safety regulations, including directing some oil taxes to help pay for oil-train spill response. Senate Bill 1449 passed the legislature 141 to 1 with 5 excused. 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. Vote to "maintain" this measure.
    Legislators voted nearly unanimously for new oil train safety regulations, including directing some oil taxes to help pay for oil-train spill response. Senate Bill 1449 passed the legislature 141 to 1 with 5 excused. 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. Vote to "maintain" this measure.

    Advisory Vote No. 10

    Legislators voted nearly unanimously for new oil train safety regulations, including directing some oil taxes to help pay for oil-train spill response. Senate Bill 1449 passed the legislature 141 to 1 with 5 excused. 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. Vote to "maintain" this measure.

Advisory Vote #11

  • VOTE MAINTAINED

    Vote "Maintain" on Tax Advisory Vote No. 11

  • A bipartisan majority of legislators came together earlier this year to clarify that the marijuana excise tax should also apply to medical marijuana sales. There are a number of progressives who disagree with this tax, but unfortunately, the time to lobby against it was during the 2014 legislative session. Senate Bill 5052 passed the legislature 101 to 44 with 2 excused. Per Eyman’s 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. Even if 100 percent of voters rejected this advisory measure, it would remain a tax, as Eyman's advisory votes are purely intended to push an anti-tax message. Vote to "maintain" this measure, and push back against Eyman's anti-tax message.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05
    A bipartisan majority of legislators came together earlier this year to clarify that the marijuana excise tax should also apply to medical marijuana sales. There are a number of progressives who disagree with this tax, but unfortunately, the time to lobby against it was during the 2014 legislative session. Senate Bill 5052 passed the legislature 101 to 44 with 2 excused. Per Eyman’s 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. Even if 100 percent of voters rejected this advisory measure, it would remain a tax, as Eyman's advisory votes are purely intended to push an anti-tax message. Vote to "maintain" this measure, and push back against Eyman's anti-tax message.
    A bipartisan majority of legislators came together earlier this year to clarify that the marijuana excise tax should also apply to medical marijuana sales. There are a number of progressives who disagree with this tax, but unfortunately, the time to lobby against it was during the 2014 legislative session. Senate Bill 5052 passed the legislature 101 to 44 with 2 excused. Per Eyman’s 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. Even if 100 percent of voters rejected this advisory measure, it would remain a tax, as Eyman's advisory votes are purely intended to push an anti-tax message. Vote to "maintain" this measure, and push back against Eyman's anti-tax message.

    Advisory Vote No. 11

    A bipartisan majority of legislators came together earlier this year to clarify that the marijuana excise tax should also apply to medical marijuana sales. There are a number of progressives who disagree with this tax, but unfortunately, the time to lobby against it was during the 2014 legislative session. Senate Bill 5052 passed the legislature 101 to 44 with 2 excused. Per Eyman’s 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.

Advisory Vote #12

  • VOTE MAINTAINED

    Vote "Maintain" on Tax Advisory Vote No. 12

  • A broad majority of legislators voted for a comprehensive transportation bill to improve state and local roads, transit, bike paths, and pedestrian walkways. The package was funded with a small increase in the gas tax. Senate Bill 5987 passed the legislature 91 to 51 with 5 excused. While we were not thrilled with some aspects of the final transportation package, we still recommend a non-binding vote to "maintain" this measure. Per Eyman’s 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. Vote to “maintain” this measure.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05
    A broad majority of legislators voted for a comprehensive transportation bill to improve state and local roads, transit, bike paths, and pedestrian walkways. The package was funded with a small increase in the gas tax. Senate Bill 5987 passed the legislature 91 to 51 with 5 excused. While we were not thrilled with some aspects of the final transportation package, we still recommend a non-binding vote to "maintain" this measure. Per Eyman’s 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. Vote to “maintain” this measure.
    A broad majority of legislators voted for a comprehensive transportation bill to improve state and local roads, transit, bike paths, and pedestrian walkways. The package was funded with a small increase in the gas tax. Senate Bill 5987 passed the legislature 91 to 51 with 5 excused. While we were not thrilled with some aspects of the final transportation package, we still recommend a non-binding vote to "maintain" this measure. Per Eyman’s 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. Vote to “maintain” this measure.

    Advisory Vote No. 12

    A broad majority of legislators voted for a comprehensive transportation bill to improve state and local roads, transit, bike paths, and pedestrian walkways. The package was funded with a small increase in the gas tax. Senate Bill 5987 passed the legislature 91 to 51 with 5 excused. While we were not thrilled with some aspects of the final transportation package, we still recommend a non-binding vote to "maintain" this measure. Per Eyman’s 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.

Advisory Vote #13

  • VOTE MAINTAINED

    Vote "Maintain" on Tax Advisory Vote No. 13

  • A large majority of legislators voted to close $150 million in unnecessary tax loopholes in order to generate revenue for education funding. This legislation, Senate Bill 6138, passed the legislature 95 to 48 with 4 excused. Per Eyman’s 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. Vote to "maintain" this important measure.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05
    A large majority of legislators voted to close $150 million in unnecessary tax loopholes in order to generate revenue for education funding. This legislation, Senate Bill 6138, passed the legislature 95 to 48 with 4 excused. Per Eyman’s 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. Vote to "maintain" this important measure.
    A large majority of legislators voted to close $150 million in unnecessary tax loopholes in order to generate revenue for education funding. This legislation, Senate Bill 6138, passed the legislature 95 to 48 with 4 excused. Per Eyman’s 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. Vote to "maintain" this important measure.

    Advisory Vote No. 13

    A large majority of legislators voted to close $150 million in unnecessary tax loopholes in order to generate revenue for education funding. This legislation, Senate Bill 6138, passed the legislature 95 to 48 with 4 excused. Per Eyman’s 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. Vote to "maintain" this important measure.

Clark County Council

Clark County Council, Council Chair

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    Democrat

    Mike Dalesandro

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  • Mike Dalesandro is a current Battle Ground City Councilman who is running for Clark County's new At-Large/Chair position. Dalesandro has been involved in Clark County politics since 2008, when he joined the Battle Ground Planning Commission. He supports smart growth and better transportation options, has helped ensure economic growth in Battle Ground, and was a leader in fighting for Battle Ground to maintain thousands of dollars in funding for a local food bank.

    Dalesandro faces two conservative opponents. Far-right conservative County Council member Dave Madore is bankrolling a write-in campaign for Liz Pike, who has fought efforts to reduce air pollution while in the state legislature, and received criticism in 2013 for posting on social media that teachers should find new jobs if they don't like their low pay. Additionally, the Young Democrats are supporting No Party candidate Mark Boldt, who formerly ran as a Republican and has been endorsed by conservatives such as the anti-choice Life PAC in the past. Dalesandro is the best choice in this race.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Mike Dalesandro

    Mike Dalesandro is a current Battle Ground City Councilman who is running for Clark County's new At-Large/Chair position. Dalesandro has been involved in Clark County politics since 2008, when he joined the Battle Ground Planning Commission.

    Mike Dalesandro is a current Battle Ground City Councilman who is running for Clark County's new At-Large/Chair position. Dalesandro has been involved in Clark County politics since 2008, when he joined the Battle Ground Planning Commission. He supports smart growth and better transportation options, has helped ensure economic growth in Battle Ground, and was a leader in fighting for Battle Ground to maintain thousands of dollars in funding for a local food bank.

    Dalesandro faces two conservative opponents. Far-right conservative County Council member Dave Madore is bankrolling a write-in campaign for Liz Pike, who has fought efforts to reduce air pollution while in the state legislature, and received criticism in 2013 for posting on social media that teachers should find new jobs if they don't like their low pay. Additionally, the Young Democrats are supporting No Party candidate Mark Boldt, who formerly ran as a Republican and has been endorsed by conservatives such as the anti-choice Life PAC in the past. Dalesandro is the best choice in this race.

    Mike Dalesandro

    Mike Dalesandro is a current Battle Ground City Councilman who is running for Clark County's new At-Large/Chair position. Dalesandro has been involved in Clark County politics since 2008, when he joined the Battle Ground Planning Commission.

    • Endorsed By: Progressive Majority WA, Planned Parenthood Alliance Advocates, Southwest Washington Central Labor Council, Clark County Democrats

Clark County, District #2

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

Clark County Council, District #2

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    Democrat

    Chuck Green

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  • Chuck Green is the former Transportation Manager for Clark County. He is passionate about and dedicated to making Clark County government more transparent. He has been involved in Clark County issues for nearly 25 years, including his advocacy for the charter amendment changes that created the new districts for county council members. He has also been involved in a number of bicycle, pedestrian, and transit plans for the county.

    Green faces Julie Olson, a conservative and staunch opponent of the Columbia River Crossing light rail project. If you value civic experience and deep knowledge of local issues, Green is an excellent choice.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Chuck Green

    Chuck Green is the former Transportation Manager for Clark County. He is passionate about and dedicated to making Clark County government more transparent.

    Chuck Green is the former Transportation Manager for Clark County. He is passionate about and dedicated to making Clark County government more transparent. He has been involved in Clark County issues for nearly 25 years, including his advocacy for the charter amendment changes that created the new districts for county council members. He has also been involved in a number of bicycle, pedestrian, and transit plans for the county.

    Green faces Julie Olson, a conservative and staunch opponent of the Columbia River Crossing light rail project. If you value civic experience and deep knowledge of local issues, Green is an excellent choice.

    Chuck Green

    Chuck Green is the former Transportation Manager for Clark County. He is passionate about and dedicated to making Clark County government more transparent.

    • Endorsed By: Southwest Washington Central Labor Council

Port of Vancouver

Port of Vancouver, Port Commissioner, Position #2

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    Eric LaBrant

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  • Eric LaBrant is the President of the Fruit Valley Neighborhood Association and is opposed to the oil terminal. The Fruit Valley neighborhood will be most impacted by the terminal and currently has no representation on the commission. LaBrant has been endorsed by the Clark County Young Democrats as well as the anti-oil terminal group Vancouver Rising Tide.

    LaBrant faces oil terminal supporter and conservative Lisa Ross, who has taken thousands of dollars from oil companies who would profit from the terminal. For the health and safety of Vancouver residents, LaBrant deserves your vote.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Eric LaBrant

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    Eric LaBrant is the President of the Fruit Valley Neighborhood Association and is opposed to the oil terminal. The Fruit Valley neighborhood will be most impacted by the terminal and currently has no representation on the commission.

    Eric LaBrant is the President of the Fruit Valley Neighborhood Association and is opposed to the oil terminal. The Fruit Valley neighborhood will be most impacted by the terminal and currently has no representation on the commission. LaBrant has been endorsed by the Clark County Young Democrats as well as the anti-oil terminal group Vancouver Rising Tide.

    LaBrant faces oil terminal supporter and conservative Lisa Ross, who has taken thousands of dollars from oil companies who would profit from the terminal. For the health and safety of Vancouver residents, LaBrant deserves your vote.

    Eric LaBrant

    Submitted by jay on

    Eric LaBrant is the President of the Fruit Valley Neighborhood Association and is opposed to the oil terminal. The Fruit Valley neighborhood will be most impacted by the terminal and currently has no representation on the commission.

    • Endorsed By: Progressive Majority WA, Washington Conservation Action, Sierra Club, Vancouver Firefighters, Clark County Young Democrats

Vancouver City Council

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

Vancouver City Council, Position #5

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    Ty Stober

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  • Ty Stober is the former board chair of Equal Rights Washington and a current board member of Daybreak Youth Services, which helps fight youth drug and alcohol addiction in the Vancouver-area. Stober is a progressive who believes in investing in all forms of transportation, ensuring that police and fire have the funding to do their jobs, and helping job growth by partnering with schools to form an apprenticeship training program. He has been endorsed by a large number of our progressive partners. If you’re looking for a passionate social justice voice on the City Council, Stober is a good choice.

    Stober faces moderate business owner Linda Glover in the general election, who has only been endorsed by the bi-partisan pro-choice National Women's Political Caucus among our partners.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Ty Stober

    Ty Stober is the former board chair of Equal Rights Washington and a current board member of Daybreak Youth Services, which helps fight youth drug and alcohol addiction in the Vancouver-area.

    Ty Stober is the former board chair of Equal Rights Washington and a current board member of Daybreak Youth Services, which helps fight youth drug and alcohol addiction in the Vancouver-area. Stober is a progressive who believes in investing in all forms of transportation, ensuring that police and fire have the funding to do their jobs, and helping job growth by partnering with schools to form an apprenticeship training program. He has been endorsed by a large number of our progressive partners. If you’re looking for a passionate social justice voice on the City Council, Stober is a good choice.

    Stober faces moderate business owner Linda Glover in the general election, who has only been endorsed by the bi-partisan pro-choice National Women's Political Caucus among our partners.

    Ty Stober

    Ty Stober is the former board chair of Equal Rights Washington and a current board member of Daybreak Youth Services, which helps fight youth drug and alcohol addiction in the Vancouver-area.

    • Endorsed By: Equal Rights Washington, Progressive Majority WA, Washington Conservation Action, Sierra Club, SEIU 775, Planned Parenthood Alliance Advocates, Southwest Washington Central Labor Council, United Food and Commercial Workers Local 555, Vancouver Firefighters