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Carolyn Edmonds has served in the state legislature and on the King County Council, as well as being active in neighborhood organizations. Her experience in government gives her an edge in this position.
Edmonds is facing Michele Smith, a conservative, and Sandra (Sandy) Paul-Lyle, the City Clerk of Des Moines. Edmonds is the best choice in this race.Last updated: 2023-04-05Carolyn Edmonds
Carolyn Edmonds has served in the state legislature and on the King County Council, as well as being active in neighborhood organizations. Her experience in government gives her an edge in this position.
Edmonds is facing Michele Smith, a conservative, and Sandra (Sandy) Paul-Lyle, the City Clerk of Des Moines. Edmonds is the best choice in this race.Carolyn Edmonds has served in the state legislature and on the King County Council, as well as being active in neighborhood organizations. Her experience in government gives her an edge in this position.
Edmonds is facing Michele Smith, a conservative, and Sandra (Sandy) Paul-Lyle, the City Clerk of Des Moines. Edmonds is the best choice in this race.Carolyn Edmonds
Carolyn Edmonds has served in the state legislature and on the King County Council, as well as being active in neighborhood organizations. Her experience in government gives her an edge in this position.
Edmonds is facing Michele Smith, a conservative, and Sandra (Sandy) Paul-Lyle, the City Clerk of Des Moines. Edmonds is the best choice in this race.
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Charter Review Commission
The Charter Review Commission is elected every 10 years and is responsible for writing the rules for how the government operates, much like a county constitution. Depending on where you live you may have the following races on your ballot.
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Carolyn Edmonds has served in the state legislature and on the King County Council, as well as being active in neighborhood organizations. Her experience in government gives her an edge in this position.
Edmonds is facing Michele Smith, a conservative, and Sandra (Sandy) Paul-Lyle, the City Clerk of Des Moines. Edmonds is the best choice in this race.Last updated: 2023-04-05
No Good Choices
There are no good choices in this race. Marianne Lincoln is most well known for trying to outlaw fluoridation in Pierce County. Both Amy Cruver and Jason Bergstrom are conservative.
Marianne Lincoln
There are no good choices in this race. Marianne Lincoln is most well known for trying to outlaw fluoridation in Pierce County. Both Amy Cruver and Jason Bergstrom are conservative.
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Greg Hartman is a candidate for Charter Review Commission District 3, Position 3. Hartman is a former member of the Coast Guard and firefighter for 34 years. As a public servant, Hartman has seen first hand the devastating impact of numerous budget cuts. As a longtime Pierce County resident and firefighter, Hartman will focus on making county government responsive to citizens.
Among his opponents, Kerry Hooks is an anti-tax conservative, Patrick W. Durr is a retired military officer who spent 32 years with the U.S. Army, and John F. Seidl is on the Conservation Futures Citizen's Advisory Board. Hartman is the best choice in this race.Last updated: 2023-04-05Greg Hartman
Greg Hartman is a candidate for Charter Review Commission District 3, Position 3. Hartman is a former member of the Coast Guard and firefighter for 34 years. As a public servant, Hartman has seen first hand the devastating impact of numerous budget cuts. As a longtime Pierce County resident and firefighter, Hartman will focus on making county government responsive to citizens.
Greg Hartman is a candidate for Charter Review Commission District 3, Position 3. Hartman is a former member of the Coast Guard and firefighter for 34 years. As a public servant, Hartman has seen first hand the devastating impact of numerous budget cuts. As a longtime Pierce County resident and firefighter, Hartman will focus on making county government responsive to citizens.
Among his opponents, Kerry Hooks is an anti-tax conservative, Patrick W. Durr is a retired military officer who spent 32 years with the U.S. Army, and John F. Seidl is on the Conservation Futures Citizen's Advisory Board. Hartman is the best choice in this race.Greg Hartman
Greg Hartman is a candidate for Charter Review Commission District 3, Position 3. Hartman is a former member of the Coast Guard and firefighter for 34 years. As a public servant, Hartman has seen first hand the devastating impact of numerous budget cuts. As a longtime Pierce County resident and firefighter, Hartman will focus on making county government responsive to citizens.
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Pierce County Central Labor Council
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Greg Hartman is a candidate for Charter Review Commission District 3, Position 3. Hartman is a former member of the Coast Guard and firefighter for 34 years. As a public servant, Hartman has seen first hand the devastating impact of numerous budget cuts. As a longtime Pierce County resident and firefighter, Hartman will focus on making county government responsive to citizens.
Among his opponents, Kerry Hooks is an anti-tax conservative, Patrick W. Durr is a retired military officer who spent 32 years with the U.S. Army, and John F. Seidl is on the Conservation Futures Citizen's Advisory Board. Hartman is the best choice in this race.Last updated: 2023-04-05
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Pierce County Central Labor Council
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John Ladenburg is a former Pierce County Executive and City Councilmember. He has an extensive background with budgeting and administration, as well as a strong track record in private business managing his own small law firm. As County Executive, Ladenburg was the driving force behind building Chambers Bay Golf Course and bringing the U.S. Open to Pierce County. Ladenburg now wants to bring this legal experience to the review commission and ensure that any changes are truly needed.
His opponents include Tacoma Neighborhood Council Chair Liz Burris, convicted felon Robert Hill, and marijuana activist Catherine (Cat) Jeter. Ladenburg is the best choice in this race.Last updated: 2023-04-05John Ladenburg
John Ladenburg is a former Pierce County Executive and City Councilmember. He has an extensive background with budgeting and administration, as well as a strong track record in private business managing his own small law firm. As County Executive, Ladenburg was the driving force behind building Chambers Bay Golf Course and bringing the U.S. Open to Pierce County. Ladenburg now wants to bring this legal experience to the review commission and ensure that any changes are truly needed.
John Ladenburg is a former Pierce County Executive and City Councilmember. He has an extensive background with budgeting and administration, as well as a strong track record in private business managing his own small law firm. As County Executive, Ladenburg was the driving force behind building Chambers Bay Golf Course and bringing the U.S. Open to Pierce County. Ladenburg now wants to bring this legal experience to the review commission and ensure that any changes are truly needed.
His opponents include Tacoma Neighborhood Council Chair Liz Burris, convicted felon Robert Hill, and marijuana activist Catherine (Cat) Jeter. Ladenburg is the best choice in this race.John Ladenburg
John Ladenburg is a former Pierce County Executive and City Councilmember. He has an extensive background with budgeting and administration, as well as a strong track record in private business managing his own small law firm. As County Executive, Ladenburg was the driving force behind building Chambers Bay Golf Course and bringing the U.S. Open to Pierce County. Ladenburg now wants to bring this legal experience to the review commission and ensure that any changes are truly needed.
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Pierce County Central Labor Council
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John Ladenburg is a former Pierce County Executive and City Councilmember. He has an extensive background with budgeting and administration, as well as a strong track record in private business managing his own small law firm. As County Executive, Ladenburg was the driving force behind building Chambers Bay Golf Course and bringing the U.S. Open to Pierce County. Ladenburg now wants to bring this legal experience to the review commission and ensure that any changes are truly needed.
His opponents include Tacoma Neighborhood Council Chair Liz Burris, convicted felon Robert Hill, and marijuana activist Catherine (Cat) Jeter. Ladenburg is the best choice in this race.Last updated: 2023-04-05
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Pierce County Central Labor Council
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Tim Farrell is a former member of the Pierce County Council running for Charter Review Commission District 4, Position 2. Farrell is committed to making government work more efficiently and has a proven ability to bring people together.
His opponents include Alice McDaniel, legislative aide for conservative Pierce County Councilman Doug Richardson, progressive realtor Hugh Winskill, Tacoma Action Collective organizer Jamika Scott, restaurant industry worker Jeff Anderson who wants to ensure all residents have a voice, and sustainability advocate Anna Bybee Anderson. Farrell's experience makes him the best choice in this race.Last updated: 2023-04-05Timothy Farrell
Tim Farrell is a former member of the Pierce County Council running for Charter Review Commission District 4, Position 2. Farrell is committed to making government work more efficiently and has a proven ability to bring people together.
Tim Farrell is a former member of the Pierce County Council running for Charter Review Commission District 4, Position 2. Farrell is committed to making government work more efficiently and has a proven ability to bring people together.
His opponents include Alice McDaniel, legislative aide for conservative Pierce County Councilman Doug Richardson, progressive realtor Hugh Winskill, Tacoma Action Collective organizer Jamika Scott, restaurant industry worker Jeff Anderson who wants to ensure all residents have a voice, and sustainability advocate Anna Bybee Anderson. Farrell's experience makes him the best choice in this race.Timothy Farrell
Tim Farrell is a former member of the Pierce County Council running for Charter Review Commission District 4, Position 2. Farrell is committed to making government work more efficiently and has a proven ability to bring people together.
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Pierce County Central Labor Council
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Tim Farrell is a former member of the Pierce County Council running for Charter Review Commission District 4, Position 2. Farrell is committed to making government work more efficiently and has a proven ability to bring people together.
His opponents include Alice McDaniel, legislative aide for conservative Pierce County Councilman Doug Richardson, progressive realtor Hugh Winskill, Tacoma Action Collective organizer Jamika Scott, restaurant industry worker Jeff Anderson who wants to ensure all residents have a voice, and sustainability advocate Anna Bybee Anderson. Farrell's experience makes him the best choice in this race.Last updated: 2023-04-05
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Pierce County Central Labor Council
There are two good choices in District #4, Position #3: Jamie Nixon and Cathy Pearsall-Stipek. See the full guide below.
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There are two good choices in this race for Charter Review Commission District 4, Position 3. Cathy Pearsall-Stipek is a well liked former Pierce County Auditor and former state legislator with direct experience working under the County Charter.
Her opponents include another qualified candidate, Jamie Nixon, who is running for charter review on the principles of accessible, responsive, and accountable government. He has experience working in government. Additional opponents include Clare Bungay, a progressive teacher; teacher and $15 Now! advocate Max Hyland; John Orlando, a theater consultant and son of Judge James Orlando; conservative Gerald (Jerry) Jackson; former conservative city councilman Jack Curtis; architect and relative unknown Matt Larson; and writer and non-politically affiliated Greg Cook. Either Nixon or Pearsall-Stipek would be a good choice in this race.Last updated: 2023-04-05Cathy Pearsall-Stipek
There are two good choices in this race for Charter Review Commission District 4, Position 3. Cathy Pearsall-Stipek is a well liked former Pierce County Auditor and former state legislator with direct experience working under the County Charter.
There are two good choices in this race for Charter Review Commission District 4, Position 3. Cathy Pearsall-Stipek is a well liked former Pierce County Auditor and former state legislator with direct experience working under the County Charter.
Her opponents include another qualified candidate, Jamie Nixon, who is running for charter review on the principles of accessible, responsive, and accountable government. He has experience working in government. Additional opponents include Clare Bungay, a progressive teacher; teacher and $15 Now! advocate Max Hyland; John Orlando, a theater consultant and son of Judge James Orlando; conservative Gerald (Jerry) Jackson; former conservative city councilman Jack Curtis; architect and relative unknown Matt Larson; and writer and non-politically affiliated Greg Cook. Either Nixon or Pearsall-Stipek would be a good choice in this race.Cathy Pearsall-Stipek
There are two good choices in this race for Charter Review Commission District 4, Position 3. Cathy Pearsall-Stipek is a well liked former Pierce County Auditor and former state legislator with direct experience working under the County Charter.
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Pierce County Central Labor Council
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There are two good choices in this race for Charter Review Commission District 4, Position 3. Cathy Pearsall-Stipek is a well liked former Pierce County Auditor and former state legislator with direct experience working under the County Charter.
Her opponents include another qualified candidate, Jamie Nixon, who is running for charter review on the principles of accessible, responsive, and accountable government. He has experience working in government. Additional opponents include Clare Bungay, a progressive teacher; teacher and $15 Now! advocate Max Hyland; John Orlando, a theater consultant and son of Judge James Orlando; conservative Gerald (Jerry) Jackson; former conservative city councilman Jack Curtis; architect and relative unknown Matt Larson; and writer and non-politically affiliated Greg Cook. Either Nixon or Pearsall-Stipek would be a good choice in this race.Last updated: 2023-04-05
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Pierce County Central Labor Council
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There are two good choices in this race for Charter Review Commission District 4, Position 3. Jamie Nixon is running for charter review on the principles of accessible, responsive, and accountable government. He has experience working in government.
Last updated: 2023-04-05Jamie Nixon
There are two good choices in this race for Charter Review Commission District 4, Position 3. Jamie Nixon is running for charter review on the principles of accessible, responsive, and accountable government. He has experience working in government.
There are two good choices in this race for Charter Review Commission District 4, Position 3. Jamie Nixon is running for charter review on the principles of accessible, responsive, and accountable government. He has experience working in government.
Jamie Nixon
There are two good choices in this race for Charter Review Commission District 4, Position 3. Jamie Nixon is running for charter review on the principles of accessible, responsive, and accountable government. He has experience working in government.
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Pierce County Central Labor Council
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There are two good choices in this race for Charter Review Commission District 4, Position 3. Jamie Nixon is running for charter review on the principles of accessible, responsive, and accountable government. He has experience working in government.
Last updated: 2023-04-05
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Pierce County Central Labor Council
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Eric Herde is running for Charter Review Commission District 5, Position 1. Herde is the chair of the Land Use Advisory Council, and is running to increase public participation in the process and ensure that the charter promotes open and effective government.
His opponents include conservatives April Sanders and Steven T. Cook as well as John Coyne, who is not running a competitive campaign. Herde is the best choice in this race.Last updated: 2023-04-05Eric Herde
Eric Herde is running for Charter Review Commission District 5, Position 1. Herde is the chair of the Land Use Advisory Council, and is running to increase public participation in the process and ensure that the charter promotes open and effective government.
His opponents include conservatives April Sanders and Steven T. Cook as well as John Coyne, who is not running a competitive campaign. Herde is the best choice in this race.Eric Herde is running for Charter Review Commission District 5, Position 1. Herde is the chair of the Land Use Advisory Council, and is running to increase public participation in the process and ensure that the charter promotes open and effective government.
His opponents include conservatives April Sanders and Steven T. Cook as well as John Coyne, who is not running a competitive campaign. Herde is the best choice in this race.Eric Herde
Eric Herde is running for Charter Review Commission District 5, Position 1. Herde is the chair of the Land Use Advisory Council, and is running to increase public participation in the process and ensure that the charter promotes open and effective government.
His opponents include conservatives April Sanders and Steven T. Cook as well as John Coyne, who is not running a competitive campaign. Herde is the best choice in this race.
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Pierce County Central Labor Council
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Eric Herde is running for Charter Review Commission District 5, Position 1. Herde is the chair of the Land Use Advisory Council, and is running to increase public participation in the process and ensure that the charter promotes open and effective government.
His opponents include conservatives April Sanders and Steven T. Cook as well as John Coyne, who is not running a competitive campaign. Herde is the best choice in this race.Last updated: 2023-04-05
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Pierce County Central Labor Council
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Carolyn Merrival is running for Charter Review Commission District 5, Position 2. Merrival, an environmental chemistry consultant and progressive who previously ran for County Council, was elected to the previous Pierce County Charter Review Commission in 2006 and brings with her more experience than the other two candidates running. Merrival has also been involved in a controversial complaint filed against progressive Pierce County Prosecutor Mark Lindquist.
Her opponents include conservatives Terry Harder and Lucas Nolta. With limited options, Merrival is your best choice in this race.Last updated: 2023-04-05Carolyn Merrival
Carolyn Merrival is running for Charter Review Commission District 5, Position 2. Merrival, an environmental chemistry consultant and progressive who previously ran for County Council, was elected to the previous Pierce County Charter Review Commission in 2006 and brings with her more experience than the other two candidates running. Merrival has also been involved in a controversial complaint filed against progressive Pierce County Prosecutor Mark Lindquist.
Carolyn Merrival is running for Charter Review Commission District 5, Position 2. Merrival, an environmental chemistry consultant and progressive who previously ran for County Council, was elected to the previous Pierce County Charter Review Commission in 2006 and brings with her more experience than the other two candidates running. Merrival has also been involved in a controversial complaint filed against progressive Pierce County Prosecutor Mark Lindquist.
Her opponents include conservatives Terry Harder and Lucas Nolta. With limited options, Merrival is your best choice in this race.Carolyn Merrival
Carolyn Merrival is running for Charter Review Commission District 5, Position 2. Merrival, an environmental chemistry consultant and progressive who previously ran for County Council, was elected to the previous Pierce County Charter Review Commission in 2006 and brings with her more experience than the other two candidates running. Merrival has also been involved in a controversial complaint filed against progressive Pierce County Prosecutor Mark Lindquist.
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Pierce County Central Labor Council
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Carolyn Merrival is running for Charter Review Commission District 5, Position 2. Merrival, an environmental chemistry consultant and progressive who previously ran for County Council, was elected to the previous Pierce County Charter Review Commission in 2006 and brings with her more experience than the other two candidates running. Merrival has also been involved in a controversial complaint filed against progressive Pierce County Prosecutor Mark Lindquist.
Her opponents include conservatives Terry Harder and Lucas Nolta. With limited options, Merrival is your best choice in this race.Last updated: 2023-04-05
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Pierce County Central Labor Council
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Kenneth Blair is running for Charter Review Commission District 5, Position 3. Blair is a PTA member and president of his local union. He wants to ensure that everyone's voice is heard in the charter review process, and that the end result works for the people of Pierce County.
His opponents include progressive Justin Van Dyk, who ran and lost against Rep. Kris Lytton while at Western Washington University in 2010; Janis Clark, who was elected to the previous Charter Review Commission but was removed for unclear legal reasons; conservatives Robin Morgan and Giovanni Vendetti; and retired U.S. Army Medic Brandon Jones. Blair is the best choice in this race.Last updated: 2023-04-05Kenneth Blair
Kenneth Blair is running for Charter Review Commission District 5, Position 3. Blair is a PTA member and president of his local union. He wants to ensure that everyone's voice is heard in the charter review process, and that the end result works for the people of Pierce County.
Kenneth Blair is running for Charter Review Commission District 5, Position 3. Blair is a PTA member and president of his local union. He wants to ensure that everyone's voice is heard in the charter review process, and that the end result works for the people of Pierce County.
His opponents include progressive Justin Van Dyk, who ran and lost against Rep. Kris Lytton while at Western Washington University in 2010; Janis Clark, who was elected to the previous Charter Review Commission but was removed for unclear legal reasons; conservatives Robin Morgan and Giovanni Vendetti; and retired U.S. Army Medic Brandon Jones. Blair is the best choice in this race.Kenneth Blair
Kenneth Blair is running for Charter Review Commission District 5, Position 3. Blair is a PTA member and president of his local union. He wants to ensure that everyone's voice is heard in the charter review process, and that the end result works for the people of Pierce County.
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Pierce County Central Labor Council
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Kenneth Blair is running for Charter Review Commission District 5, Position 3. Blair is a PTA member and president of his local union. He wants to ensure that everyone's voice is heard in the charter review process, and that the end result works for the people of Pierce County.
His opponents include progressive Justin Van Dyk, who ran and lost against Rep. Kris Lytton while at Western Washington University in 2010; Janis Clark, who was elected to the previous Charter Review Commission but was removed for unclear legal reasons; conservatives Robin Morgan and Giovanni Vendetti; and retired U.S. Army Medic Brandon Jones. Blair is the best choice in this race.Last updated: 2023-04-05
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Pierce County Central Labor Council
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Michael Grayum is running for Charter Review Commission District 6, Position 1. Grayum is the Mayor of DuPont, where he established a performance management system to improve transparency and communications with the public. He will bring the same public-first approach to the charter review commission.
His opponents include state representative David Sawyer, an up and coming progressive leader in the state legislature; social studies teacher Tom Bradbury; and far-right conservative Paul Wagemann, who has lost numerous races for state representative. Grayum is the best choice in this race.Last updated: 2023-04-05Michael Grayum
Michael Grayum is running for Charter Review Commission District 6, Position 1. Grayum is the Mayor of DuPont, where he established a performance management system to improve transparency and communications with the public. He will bring the same public-first approach to the charter review commission.
Michael Grayum is running for Charter Review Commission District 6, Position 1. Grayum is the Mayor of DuPont, where he established a performance management system to improve transparency and communications with the public. He will bring the same public-first approach to the charter review commission.
His opponents include state representative David Sawyer, an up and coming progressive leader in the state legislature; social studies teacher Tom Bradbury; and far-right conservative Paul Wagemann, who has lost numerous races for state representative. Grayum is the best choice in this race.Michael Grayum
Michael Grayum is running for Charter Review Commission District 6, Position 1. Grayum is the Mayor of DuPont, where he established a performance management system to improve transparency and communications with the public. He will bring the same public-first approach to the charter review commission.
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Pierce County Central Labor Council
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Michael Grayum is running for Charter Review Commission District 6, Position 1. Grayum is the Mayor of DuPont, where he established a performance management system to improve transparency and communications with the public. He will bring the same public-first approach to the charter review commission.
His opponents include state representative David Sawyer, an up and coming progressive leader in the state legislature; social studies teacher Tom Bradbury; and far-right conservative Paul Wagemann, who has lost numerous races for state representative. Grayum is the best choice in this race.Last updated: 2023-04-05
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Pierce County Central Labor Council
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Barbara Gelman is a former Pierce County Councilmember who represented District 3 and District 5 and is now running for Charter Review Commission District 6, Position 2. Gelman's experience working directly with the charter makes her an excellent fit for the commission.
Her opponents include fiscally conservative Lakewood Mayor Don Anderson, who lobbied for the state transportation package, and retired Boeing engineer and former Steilacoom School Board member John Anderson. Gelman is the best choice in this race.Last updated: 2023-04-05Barbara Gelman
Barbara Gelman is a former Pierce County Councilmember who represented District 3 and District 5 and is now running for Charter Review Commission District 6, Position 2. Gelman's experience working directly with the charter makes her an excellent fit for the commission.
Her opponents include fiscally conservative Lakewood Mayor Don Anderson, who lobbied for the state transportation package, and retired Boeing engineer and former Steilacoom School Board member John Anderson. Gelman is the best choice in this race.Barbara Gelman is a former Pierce County Councilmember who represented District 3 and District 5 and is now running for Charter Review Commission District 6, Position 2. Gelman's experience working directly with the charter makes her an excellent fit for the commission.
Her opponents include fiscally conservative Lakewood Mayor Don Anderson, who lobbied for the state transportation package, and retired Boeing engineer and former Steilacoom School Board member John Anderson. Gelman is the best choice in this race.Barbara Gelman
Barbara Gelman is a former Pierce County Councilmember who represented District 3 and District 5 and is now running for Charter Review Commission District 6, Position 2. Gelman's experience working directly with the charter makes her an excellent fit for the commission.
Her opponents include fiscally conservative Lakewood Mayor Don Anderson, who lobbied for the state transportation package, and retired Boeing engineer and former Steilacoom School Board member John Anderson. Gelman is the best choice in this race.
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Pierce County Central Labor Council
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Barbara Gelman is a former Pierce County Councilmember who represented District 3 and District 5 and is now running for Charter Review Commission District 6, Position 2. Gelman's experience working directly with the charter makes her an excellent fit for the commission.
Her opponents include fiscally conservative Lakewood Mayor Don Anderson, who lobbied for the state transportation package, and retired Boeing engineer and former Steilacoom School Board member John Anderson. Gelman is the best choice in this race.Last updated: 2023-04-05
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Pierce County Central Labor Council
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April Sims is running for Charter Review Commission District 6, Position 3. She is a lifelong progressive who is deeply committed to her community. She previously served on the board of the Washington Bus and is on the advisory committee for the Labor Education and Research Center. She knows the challenges of accessible government, and will bring that real-world experience to the charter review commission.
Her opponents include Pierce County Library Communications Director and former newspaper reporter Linda Farmer; University Place Development Services Director David Swindale; and unknown Democrat Sam Ross. Sims is the best choice in this race.Last updated: 2023-04-05April Sims
April Sims is running for Charter Review Commission District 6, Position 3. She is a lifelong progressive who is deeply committed to her community. She previously served on the board of the Washington Bus and is on the advisory committee for the Labor Education and Research Center. She knows the challenges of accessible government, and will bring that real-world experience to the charter review commission.
April Sims is running for Charter Review Commission District 6, Position 3. She is a lifelong progressive who is deeply committed to her community. She previously served on the board of the Washington Bus and is on the advisory committee for the Labor Education and Research Center. She knows the challenges of accessible government, and will bring that real-world experience to the charter review commission.
Her opponents include Pierce County Library Communications Director and former newspaper reporter Linda Farmer; University Place Development Services Director David Swindale; and unknown Democrat Sam Ross. Sims is the best choice in this race.April Sims
April Sims is running for Charter Review Commission District 6, Position 3. She is a lifelong progressive who is deeply committed to her community. She previously served on the board of the Washington Bus and is on the advisory committee for the Labor Education and Research Center. She knows the challenges of accessible government, and will bring that real-world experience to the charter review commission.
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Pierce County Central Labor Council
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April Sims is running for Charter Review Commission District 6, Position 3. She is a lifelong progressive who is deeply committed to her community. She previously served on the board of the Washington Bus and is on the advisory committee for the Labor Education and Research Center. She knows the challenges of accessible government, and will bring that real-world experience to the charter review commission.
Her opponents include Pierce County Library Communications Director and former newspaper reporter Linda Farmer; University Place Development Services Director David Swindale; and unknown Democrat Sam Ross. Sims is the best choice in this race.Last updated: 2023-04-05
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Pierce County Central Labor Council
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Martha Lantz has spent more than two decades in public service law, and today serves as Deputy City Attorney of Tacoma. Lantz also has decades of civic experience through her work with the YWCA, Metro Parks Foundation, and as a board member with the Grand Cinema Tacoma. She is running to bring her legal experience and knowledge of public service to the Pierce County Charter Commission in District 7, Position 1.
Also running in this crowded race are Brian O'Neill, Randy Harrison, Richard Samuelson, Steve Victor, Richard Wooster, Will Baker, and Randy Boss. O'Neill is a retired police officer, Harrison is a private sector attorney, and Samuelson is a long-time banker and investor. In addition, Victor is the City Attorney for University Place, Wooster is a partner in a law firm, Boss is a real estate broker who is active on several public commissions, and Baker seems to be running to criticize Pierce County Executive Pat McCarthy.
We believe Lantz's knowledge of public service law, work with the City of Tacoma, and civic engagement make her the best choice in this race.Last updated: 2023-04-05Martha Lantz
Martha Lantz has spent more than two decades in public service law, and today serves as Deputy City Attorney of Tacoma. Lantz also has decades of civic experience through her work with the YWCA, Metro Parks Foundation, and as a board member with the Grand Cinema Tacoma. She is running to bring her legal experience and knowledge of public service to the Pierce County Charter Commission in District 7, Position 1.
Martha Lantz has spent more than two decades in public service law, and today serves as Deputy City Attorney of Tacoma. Lantz also has decades of civic experience through her work with the YWCA, Metro Parks Foundation, and as a board member with the Grand Cinema Tacoma. She is running to bring her legal experience and knowledge of public service to the Pierce County Charter Commission in District 7, Position 1.
Also running in this crowded race are Brian O'Neill, Randy Harrison, Richard Samuelson, Steve Victor, Richard Wooster, Will Baker, and Randy Boss. O'Neill is a retired police officer, Harrison is a private sector attorney, and Samuelson is a long-time banker and investor. In addition, Victor is the City Attorney for University Place, Wooster is a partner in a law firm, Boss is a real estate broker who is active on several public commissions, and Baker seems to be running to criticize Pierce County Executive Pat McCarthy.
We believe Lantz's knowledge of public service law, work with the City of Tacoma, and civic engagement make her the best choice in this race.Martha Lantz
Martha Lantz has spent more than two decades in public service law, and today serves as Deputy City Attorney of Tacoma. Lantz also has decades of civic experience through her work with the YWCA, Metro Parks Foundation, and as a board member with the Grand Cinema Tacoma. She is running to bring her legal experience and knowledge of public service to the Pierce County Charter Commission in District 7, Position 1.
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Pierce County Central Labor Council
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Martha Lantz has spent more than two decades in public service law, and today serves as Deputy City Attorney of Tacoma. Lantz also has decades of civic experience through her work with the YWCA, Metro Parks Foundation, and as a board member with the Grand Cinema Tacoma. She is running to bring her legal experience and knowledge of public service to the Pierce County Charter Commission in District 7, Position 1.
Also running in this crowded race are Brian O'Neill, Randy Harrison, Richard Samuelson, Steve Victor, Richard Wooster, Will Baker, and Randy Boss. O'Neill is a retired police officer, Harrison is a private sector attorney, and Samuelson is a long-time banker and investor. In addition, Victor is the City Attorney for University Place, Wooster is a partner in a law firm, Boss is a real estate broker who is active on several public commissions, and Baker seems to be running to criticize Pierce County Executive Pat McCarthy.
We believe Lantz's knowledge of public service law, work with the City of Tacoma, and civic engagement make her the best choice in this race.Last updated: 2023-04-05
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Pierce County Central Labor Council
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Brenda Wiest is the best choice in the crowded field for Pierce County Charter Review Commission District 7, Position 2. Wiest is running to make Pierce County government more efficient and accessible to all residents. She also brings a strong background in issues important to working people and she has a track record of working collaboratively with others on complex issues like paid sick leave.
Also running in this race are David Olson, Michael Jankanish, Andy Leneweaver, Ron Lopp, Marty McClendon, Justin Camarata, and Hans Kueck. Justin Camarata is active with bike and pedestrian boards in Tacoma, but doesn't have Wiest's depth of experience. Olson is an Assistant Vice President at U.S. Bank, Jankanish has served on the Tacoma Human Rights Commission, and Leneweaver is a retired U.S. Army Colonel who serves on the Tacoma Historical Society board. In addition, McClendon ran as a Republican for Congress against Derek Kilmer and neither Kueck nor Lopp are running competitive campaigns.
We believe Wiest deserves your support because of her knowledge of public policy and record of bringing people together around contentious policy decisions.Last updated: 2023-04-05Brenda Wiest
Brenda Wiest is the best choice in the crowded field for Pierce County Charter Review Commission District 7, Position 2. Wiest is running to make Pierce County government more efficient and accessible to all residents. She also brings a strong background in issues important to working people and she has a track record of working collaboratively with others on complex issues like paid sick leave.
Brenda Wiest is the best choice in the crowded field for Pierce County Charter Review Commission District 7, Position 2. Wiest is running to make Pierce County government more efficient and accessible to all residents. She also brings a strong background in issues important to working people and she has a track record of working collaboratively with others on complex issues like paid sick leave.
Also running in this race are David Olson, Michael Jankanish, Andy Leneweaver, Ron Lopp, Marty McClendon, Justin Camarata, and Hans Kueck. Justin Camarata is active with bike and pedestrian boards in Tacoma, but doesn't have Wiest's depth of experience. Olson is an Assistant Vice President at U.S. Bank, Jankanish has served on the Tacoma Human Rights Commission, and Leneweaver is a retired U.S. Army Colonel who serves on the Tacoma Historical Society board. In addition, McClendon ran as a Republican for Congress against Derek Kilmer and neither Kueck nor Lopp are running competitive campaigns.
We believe Wiest deserves your support because of her knowledge of public policy and record of bringing people together around contentious policy decisions.Brenda Wiest
Brenda Wiest is the best choice in the crowded field for Pierce County Charter Review Commission District 7, Position 2. Wiest is running to make Pierce County government more efficient and accessible to all residents. She also brings a strong background in issues important to working people and she has a track record of working collaboratively with others on complex issues like paid sick leave.
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Brenda Wiest is the best choice in the crowded field for Pierce County Charter Review Commission District 7, Position 2. Wiest is running to make Pierce County government more efficient and accessible to all residents. She also brings a strong background in issues important to working people and she has a track record of working collaboratively with others on complex issues like paid sick leave.
Also running in this race are David Olson, Michael Jankanish, Andy Leneweaver, Ron Lopp, Marty McClendon, Justin Camarata, and Hans Kueck. Justin Camarata is active with bike and pedestrian boards in Tacoma, but doesn't have Wiest's depth of experience. Olson is an Assistant Vice President at U.S. Bank, Jankanish has served on the Tacoma Human Rights Commission, and Leneweaver is a retired U.S. Army Colonel who serves on the Tacoma Historical Society board. In addition, McClendon ran as a Republican for Congress against Derek Kilmer and neither Kueck nor Lopp are running competitive campaigns.
We believe Wiest deserves your support because of her knowledge of public policy and record of bringing people together around contentious policy decisions.Last updated: 2023-04-05
There are two good candidates in District #7, Position #3: Katie Baird and Todd Iverson. See the full guide below.
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There are two good candidates in this race: Todd Iverson and Katie Baird.
Baird is an Associate Professor of Economics at UW-Tacoma's School of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences, where is also the chair of the faculty assembly. She is also a former columnist for the Tacoma News Tribune, where she wrote extensively about ways to improve our education system and reform our state's backward tax system.Last updated: 2023-04-05Katie Baird
There are two good candidates in this race: Todd Iverson and Katie Baird.
Baird is an Associate Professor of Economics at UW-Tacoma's School of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences, where is also the chair of the faculty assembly. She is also a former columnist for the Tacoma News Tribune, where she wrote extensively about ways to improve our education system and reform our state's backward tax system.There are two good candidates in this race: Todd Iverson and Katie Baird.
Baird is an Associate Professor of Economics at UW-Tacoma's School of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences, where is also the chair of the faculty assembly. She is also a former columnist for the Tacoma News Tribune, where she wrote extensively about ways to improve our education system and reform our state's backward tax system.Katie Baird
There are two good candidates in this race: Todd Iverson and Katie Baird.
Baird is an Associate Professor of Economics at UW-Tacoma's School of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences, where is also the chair of the faculty assembly. She is also a former columnist for the Tacoma News Tribune, where she wrote extensively about ways to improve our education system and reform our state's backward tax system.
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There are two good candidates in this race: Todd Iverson and Katie Baird.
Baird is an Associate Professor of Economics at UW-Tacoma's School of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences, where is also the chair of the faculty assembly. She is also a former columnist for the Tacoma News Tribune, where she wrote extensively about ways to improve our education system and reform our state's backward tax system.Last updated: 2023-04-05
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Todd Iverson is a board member of PenMet Parks in Gig Harbor who works at the Port of Tacoma. Iverson is running for the Pierce County Charter Review Commission District 7, Position 3 to improve the efficiency and transparency of county government.
Also running in this race are Rodger Deskins, Beckie Krantz, and Bruce Cook. Deskins is a West End real estate agent who ran as a Republican against Rep. Laurie Jinkins in 2014. Krantz is active in the Pierce County Republican Party and has the backing of several Republican elected officials. Finally, Bruce Cook is on the ballot for both the Charter Review Commission and the Port of Tacoma, but he doesn't appear to be running a competitive campaign.Last updated: 2023-04-05Todd Iverson
Todd Iverson is a board member of PenMet Parks in Gig Harbor who works at the Port of Tacoma. Iverson is running for the Pierce County Charter Review Commission District 7, Position 3 to improve the efficiency and transparency of county government.
Todd Iverson is a board member of PenMet Parks in Gig Harbor who works at the Port of Tacoma. Iverson is running for the Pierce County Charter Review Commission District 7, Position 3 to improve the efficiency and transparency of county government.
Also running in this race are Rodger Deskins, Beckie Krantz, and Bruce Cook. Deskins is a West End real estate agent who ran as a Republican against Rep. Laurie Jinkins in 2014. Krantz is active in the Pierce County Republican Party and has the backing of several Republican elected officials. Finally, Bruce Cook is on the ballot for both the Charter Review Commission and the Port of Tacoma, but he doesn't appear to be running a competitive campaign.Todd Iverson
Todd Iverson is a board member of PenMet Parks in Gig Harbor who works at the Port of Tacoma. Iverson is running for the Pierce County Charter Review Commission District 7, Position 3 to improve the efficiency and transparency of county government.
Endorsed By:
Pierce County Central Labor Council
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Todd Iverson is a board member of PenMet Parks in Gig Harbor who works at the Port of Tacoma. Iverson is running for the Pierce County Charter Review Commission District 7, Position 3 to improve the efficiency and transparency of county government.
Also running in this race are Rodger Deskins, Beckie Krantz, and Bruce Cook. Deskins is a West End real estate agent who ran as a Republican against Rep. Laurie Jinkins in 2014. Krantz is active in the Pierce County Republican Party and has the backing of several Republican elected officials. Finally, Bruce Cook is on the ballot for both the Charter Review Commission and the Port of Tacoma, but he doesn't appear to be running a competitive campaign.Last updated: 2023-04-05
Endorsed By:
Pierce County Central Labor Council
City Races
Depending on where you live, you may have the following city races on your ballot.
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Tacoma City Councilmember Anders Ibsen is running to retain his seat in District 1. Ibsen has been an excellent progressive leader on the council. His accomplishments include leading the effort to repeal millions of dollars worth of tax loopholes, establishing more funding for mental health and chemical dependency, improving public safety in the West End, and also leading the effort to ensure everyone who gets sick is able to take a day off work.
His opponents include John Hines, a moderate high school teacher who advocates for more smart growth and living wage jobs in the city. Hines has received support from many local elected leaders. In addition, Tara Doyle-Enneking is a business owner who is not running as competitive of a campaign. Ibsen deserves your vote.Last updated: 2023-04-05Anders Ibsen
Tacoma City Councilmember Anders Ibsen is running to retain his seat in District 1. Ibsen has been an excellent progressive leader on the council.
Tacoma City Councilmember Anders Ibsen is running to retain his seat in District 1. Ibsen has been an excellent progressive leader on the council. His accomplishments include leading the effort to repeal millions of dollars worth of tax loopholes, establishing more funding for mental health and chemical dependency, improving public safety in the West End, and also leading the effort to ensure everyone who gets sick is able to take a day off work.
His opponents include John Hines, a moderate high school teacher who advocates for more smart growth and living wage jobs in the city. Hines has received support from many local elected leaders. In addition, Tara Doyle-Enneking is a business owner who is not running as competitive of a campaign. Ibsen deserves your vote.Anders Ibsen
Tacoma City Councilmember Anders Ibsen is running to retain his seat in District 1. Ibsen has been an excellent progressive leader on the council.
Endorsed By:
Washington Conservation Action, Sierra Club, Service Employees International Union, UFCW 3000, Pro-Choice Washington, Planned Parenthood Alliance Advocates, Pierce County Central Labor Council, Tacoma Joint Labor, Teamsters Local 313, 27th District Democrats, 28th District Democrats
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Tacoma City Councilmember Anders Ibsen is running to retain his seat in District 1. Ibsen has been an excellent progressive leader on the council. His accomplishments include leading the effort to repeal millions of dollars worth of tax loopholes, establishing more funding for mental health and chemical dependency, improving public safety in the West End, and also leading the effort to ensure everyone who gets sick is able to take a day off work.
His opponents include John Hines, a moderate high school teacher who advocates for more smart growth and living wage jobs in the city. Hines has received support from many local elected leaders. In addition, Tara Doyle-Enneking is a business owner who is not running as competitive of a campaign. Ibsen deserves your vote.Last updated: 2023-04-05
Endorsed By:
Washington Conservation Action, Sierra Club, Service Employees International Union, UFCW 3000, Pro-Choice Washington, Planned Parenthood Alliance Advocates, Pierce County Central Labor Council, Tacoma Joint Labor, Teamsters Local 313, 27th District Democrats, 28th District Democrats
There are two good candidates in District #3: Justin Leighton and Keith Blocker. See the full guide below.
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There are two good candidates in this race for Tacoma City Council District 3: Justin Leighton and Keith Blocker.
Keith Blocker is a middle school program director for local non-profit Peace Community Center who provides students academic coaching and college preparation. Blocker is running to ensure all of Tacoma's residents have a voice on the council, and wants to attract small businesses and improve local roads. If you want a collaborator who represents the diversity of the Hilltop neighborhood, Keith is a good choice.
Other candidates in this race include Tom McCarthy, who has received some labor support, and Whitney Brady, a progressive advocate who is not running an effective campaign. Also running are Robert Hill, a political activist who has a criminal past, Kris Blondin, who advocated against paid sick and safe leave, and conservative Valentine Smith.Last updated: 2023-04-05Keith Blocker
There are two good candidates in this race for Tacoma City Council District 3: Justin Leighton and Keith Blocker.
There are two good candidates in this race for Tacoma City Council District 3: Justin Leighton and Keith Blocker.
Keith Blocker is a middle school program director for local non-profit Peace Community Center who provides students academic coaching and college preparation. Blocker is running to ensure all of Tacoma's residents have a voice on the council, and wants to attract small businesses and improve local roads. If you want a collaborator who represents the diversity of the Hilltop neighborhood, Keith is a good choice.
Other candidates in this race include Tom McCarthy, who has received some labor support, and Whitney Brady, a progressive advocate who is not running an effective campaign. Also running are Robert Hill, a political activist who has a criminal past, Kris Blondin, who advocated against paid sick and safe leave, and conservative Valentine Smith.Keith Blocker
There are two good candidates in this race for Tacoma City Council District 3: Justin Leighton and Keith Blocker.
Endorsed By:
SEIU Healthcare 1199NW, Pro-Choice Washington, Pierce County Democrats, Pierce County Young Democrats, 29th LD Democrats
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There are two good candidates in this race for Tacoma City Council District 3: Justin Leighton and Keith Blocker.
Keith Blocker is a middle school program director for local non-profit Peace Community Center who provides students academic coaching and college preparation. Blocker is running to ensure all of Tacoma's residents have a voice on the council, and wants to attract small businesses and improve local roads. If you want a collaborator who represents the diversity of the Hilltop neighborhood, Keith is a good choice.
Other candidates in this race include Tom McCarthy, who has received some labor support, and Whitney Brady, a progressive advocate who is not running an effective campaign. Also running are Robert Hill, a political activist who has a criminal past, Kris Blondin, who advocated against paid sick and safe leave, and conservative Valentine Smith.Last updated: 2023-04-05
Endorsed By:
SEIU Healthcare 1199NW, Pro-Choice Washington, Pierce County Democrats, Pierce County Young Democrats, 29th LD Democrats
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There are two good candidates in this race for Tacoma City Council District 3: Justin Leighton and Keith Blocker.
Justin Leighton is a transit advocate and former Charter Review Committee member who is running to bring more business to the Hilltop community while also working toward affordable housing and expanded transit services for all. If you're an environmental voter who wants to see more density in the neighborhood, Justin would be a good choice for you.
Last updated: 2023-04-05Justin Leighton
There are two good candidates in this race for Tacoma City Council District 3: Justin Leighton and Keith Blocker.
There are two good candidates in this race for Tacoma City Council District 3: Justin Leighton and Keith Blocker.
Justin Leighton is a transit advocate and former Charter Review Committee member who is running to bring more business to the Hilltop community while also working toward affordable housing and expanded transit services for all. If you're an environmental voter who wants to see more density in the neighborhood, Justin would be a good choice for you.
Justin Leighton
There are two good candidates in this race for Tacoma City Council District 3: Justin Leighton and Keith Blocker.
Endorsed By:
Cascade Bicycle Club, Washington Conservation Action, Sierra Club, SEIU 775, UFCW 3000, Pro-Choice Washington, Pierce County Democrats, 27th LD Democrats
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There are two good candidates in this race for Tacoma City Council District 3: Justin Leighton and Keith Blocker.
Justin Leighton is a transit advocate and former Charter Review Committee member who is running to bring more business to the Hilltop community while also working toward affordable housing and expanded transit services for all. If you're an environmental voter who wants to see more density in the neighborhood, Justin would be a good choice for you.
Last updated: 2023-04-05
Endorsed By:
Cascade Bicycle Club, Washington Conservation Action, Sierra Club, SEIU 775, UFCW 3000, Pro-Choice Washington, Pierce County Democrats, 27th LD Democrats
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There are two good choices in District #4, Position #3: Jamie Nixon and Cathy Pearsall-Stipek. See the full guide below.