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    Vote YES for Jobs and Clean Energy

  • Initiative 1631 is our best opportunity to accelerate clean energy solutions and build healthier communities for everyone in Washington.

    This initiative will charge our state’s largest corporate polluters a fee that will be used to create local jobs by investing in clean energy, healthy forests, and clean water. I-1631 is essential to pass a clean and healthy Washington on to future generations. It will create 40,000 jobs by investing in water and forestry projects, energy efficiency, and clean transportation. These investments are a practical first step to ensure clean air and clean water for everyone in Washington. These will look different in every community, from energy efficiency upgrades for our homes and businesses to keeping our forests healthy so they clean our air and investing in cleaner transportation options for more communities.

    The oil industry is spending tens of millions of dollars to confuse voters about I-1631 so they can continue polluting for free and raking in record profits. We can't wait any longer to act. Vote YES on I-1631.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05
    Initiative 1631 is our best opportunity to accelerate clean energy solutions and build healthier communities for everyone in Washington.

    This initiative will charge our state’s largest corporate polluters a fee that will be used to create local jobs by investing in clean energy, healthy forests, and clean water. I-1631 is essential to pass a clean and healthy Washington on to future generations. It will create 40,000 jobs by investing in water and forestry projects, energy efficiency, and clean transportation. These investments are a practical first step to ensure clean air and clean water for everyone in Washington. These will look different in every community, from energy efficiency upgrades for our homes and businesses to keeping our forests healthy so they clean our air and investing in cleaner transportation options for more communities.

    The oil industry is spending tens of millions of dollars to confuse voters about I-1631 so they can continue polluting for free and raking in record profits. We can't wait any longer to act. Vote YES on I-1631.
    Initiative 1631 is our best opportunity to accelerate clean energy solutions and build healthier communities for everyone in Washington.

    This initiative will charge our state’s largest corporate polluters a fee that will be used to create local jobs by investing in clean energy, healthy forests, and clean water. I-1631 is essential to pass a clean and healthy Washington on to future generations. It will create 40,000 jobs by investing in water and forestry projects, energy efficiency, and clean transportation. These investments are a practical first step to ensure clean air and clean water for everyone in Washington. These will look different in every community, from energy efficiency upgrades for our homes and businesses to keeping our forests healthy so they clean our air and investing in cleaner transportation options for more communities.

    The oil industry is spending tens of millions of dollars to confuse voters about I-1631 so they can continue polluting for free and raking in record profits. We can't wait any longer to act. Vote YES on I-1631.

    I-1631

    Initiative 1631 is our best opportunity to accelerate clean energy solutions and build healthier communities for everyone in Washington.

  • VOTE NO

    Vote NO on I-1634

  • Initiative 1634 would prevent cities and counties in Washington from passing new taxes on sugary beverages. Such taxes are aimed at discouraging people from buying sweetened drinks that have been linked to type 2 diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, and tooth decay.

    I-1634 is backed primarily by millions of dollars from a handful of big soda companies. It also has support from some labor unions that represent workers whose jobs could be impacted by soda taxes. The campaign’s highly deceptive ads focus on grocery taxes despite the fact that groceries have been exempt from sales taxes since 1977.

    Progressive advocates oppose efforts like this to use state laws to prevent localities from taking action that’s right for their communities. In recent years, Republican legislators have sought to use similar legislation to reverse Seattle’s $15 minimum wage and progressive paid sick leave laws in Tacoma and Spokane.

    We’re sympathetic to the concerns of union workers in the beverage industry and we agree that our tax system is upside-down and disproportionately hurts low-income families. However, we don’t think that preempting local legislation that taxes sugary drinks is the way to fix it.

    Don’t be fooled by Big Soda’s misleading ads. Vote NO on I-1634.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05
    Initiative 1634 would prevent cities and counties in Washington from passing new taxes on sugary beverages. Such taxes are aimed at discouraging people from buying sweetened drinks that have been linked to type 2 diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, and tooth decay.

    I-1634 is backed primarily by millions of dollars from a handful of big soda companies. It also has support from some labor unions that represent workers whose jobs could be impacted by soda taxes. The campaign’s highly deceptive ads focus on grocery taxes despite the fact that groceries have been exempt from sales taxes since 1977.

    Progressive advocates oppose efforts like this to use state laws to prevent localities from taking action that’s right for their communities. In recent years, Republican legislators have sought to use similar legislation to reverse Seattle’s $15 minimum wage and progressive paid sick leave laws in Tacoma and Spokane.

    We’re sympathetic to the concerns of union workers in the beverage industry and we agree that our tax system is upside-down and disproportionately hurts low-income families. However, we don’t think that preempting local legislation that taxes sugary drinks is the way to fix it.

    Don’t be fooled by Big Soda’s misleading ads. Vote NO on I-1634.
    Initiative 1634 would prevent cities and counties in Washington from passing new taxes on sugary beverages. Such taxes are aimed at discouraging people from buying sweetened drinks that have been linked to type 2 diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, and tooth decay.

    I-1634 is backed primarily by millions of dollars from a handful of big soda companies. It also has support from some labor unions that represent workers whose jobs could be impacted by soda taxes. The campaign’s highly deceptive ads focus on grocery taxes despite the fact that groceries have been exempt from sales taxes since 1977.

    Progressive advocates oppose efforts like this to use state laws to prevent localities from taking action that’s right for their communities. In recent years, Republican legislators have sought to use similar legislation to reverse Seattle’s $15 minimum wage and progressive paid sick leave laws in Tacoma and Spokane.

    We’re sympathetic to the concerns of union workers in the beverage industry and we agree that our tax system is upside-down and disproportionately hurts low-income families. However, we don’t think that preempting local legislation that taxes sugary drinks is the way to fix it.

    Don’t be fooled by Big Soda’s misleading ads. Vote NO on I-1634.

    I-1634

    Initiative 1634 would prevent cities and counties in Washington from passing new taxes on sugary beverages. Such taxes are aimed at discouraging people from buying sweetened drinks that have been linked to type 2 diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, and tooth decay.

  • Opposed By The Stranger, WA Federation of State Employees, American Heart Association, American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network, Children’s Alliance, El Centro de La Raza
  • VOTE YES

    Vote YES to Reduce Gun Violence

  • Initiative 1639 is the most comprehensive gun violence prevention measure put forward in Washington state history. It's a commonsense initiative that will reduce gun violence and keep our schools and communities safe. I-1639 would raise the age to purchase semi-automatic assault rifles from 18 to 21 and require enhanced background checks and safety training for purchasing these particularly lethal weapons. It will also incentivize secure storage of all firearms by holding gun owners accountable if a child or other legally prohibited person uses their weapon to harm themselves or someone else.

    Someone is killed with a gun in Washington state every 14 hours and more than 200,000 students have experienced gun violence at school since Columbine. Unfortunately, the gun lobby has prevented our elected officials from acting to prevent it, so we'll do it ourselves. Vote YES on I-1639 to keep our schools and communities safe.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05
    Initiative 1639 is the most comprehensive gun violence prevention measure put forward in Washington state history. It's a commonsense initiative that will reduce gun violence and keep our schools and communities safe. I-1639 would raise the age to purchase semi-automatic assault rifles from 18 to 21 and require enhanced background checks and safety training for purchasing these particularly lethal weapons. It will also incentivize secure storage of all firearms by holding gun owners accountable if a child or other legally prohibited person uses their weapon to harm themselves or someone else.

    Someone is killed with a gun in Washington state every 14 hours and more than 200,000 students have experienced gun violence at school since Columbine. Unfortunately, the gun lobby has prevented our elected officials from acting to prevent it, so we'll do it ourselves. Vote YES on I-1639 to keep our schools and communities safe.
    Initiative 1639 is the most comprehensive gun violence prevention measure put forward in Washington state history. It's a commonsense initiative that will reduce gun violence and keep our schools and communities safe. I-1639 would raise the age to purchase semi-automatic assault rifles from 18 to 21 and require enhanced background checks and safety training for purchasing these particularly lethal weapons. It will also incentivize secure storage of all firearms by holding gun owners accountable if a child or other legally prohibited person uses their weapon to harm themselves or someone else.

    Someone is killed with a gun in Washington state every 14 hours and more than 200,000 students have experienced gun violence at school since Columbine. Unfortunately, the gun lobby has prevented our elected officials from acting to prevent it, so we'll do it ourselves. Vote YES on I-1639 to keep our schools and communities safe.

    I-1639

    Initiative 1639 is the most comprehensive gun violence prevention measure put forward in Washington state history. It's a commonsense initiative that will reduce gun violence and keep our schools and communities safe. I-1639 would raise the age to purchase semi-automatic assault rifles from 18 to 21 and require enhanced background checks and safety training for purchasing these particularly lethal weapons.

  • VOTE YES

    Vote YES for Police Accountability

  • Last year, more people in Washington were killed in encounters with law enforcement than in 45 other states, and almost one-third of them were experiencing a mental health crisis. Initiative 940 would improve de-escalation, first aid, and mental health crisis training for law enforcement and help save lives.

    Currently, officers are only required to receive eight hours of "crisis intervention training." Initiative 940 would ensure that every officer receives extensive training and continuing education in de-escalating potential confrontations. The primary goal is preventing tragedies in the first place, but when a tragedy does occur Initiative 940 would also create a fair and independent investigation process and bring our use of force standard in line with 27 other states.

    Vote YES on Initiative 940 to improve training for law enforcement and help save lives.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05
    Last year, more people in Washington were killed in encounters with law enforcement than in 45 other states, and almost one-third of them were experiencing a mental health crisis. Initiative 940 would improve de-escalation, first aid, and mental health crisis training for law enforcement and help save lives.

    Currently, officers are only required to receive eight hours of "crisis intervention training." Initiative 940 would ensure that every officer receives extensive training and continuing education in de-escalating potential confrontations. The primary goal is preventing tragedies in the first place, but when a tragedy does occur Initiative 940 would also create a fair and independent investigation process and bring our use of force standard in line with 27 other states.

    Vote YES on Initiative 940 to improve training for law enforcement and help save lives.
    Last year, more people in Washington were killed in encounters with law enforcement than in 45 other states, and almost one-third of them were experiencing a mental health crisis. Initiative 940 would improve de-escalation, first aid, and mental health crisis training for law enforcement and help save lives.

    Currently, officers are only required to receive eight hours of "crisis intervention training." Initiative 940 would ensure that every officer receives extensive training and continuing education in de-escalating potential confrontations. The primary goal is preventing tragedies in the first place, but when a tragedy does occur Initiative 940 would also create a fair and independent investigation process and bring our use of force standard in line with 27 other states.

    Vote YES on Initiative 940 to improve training for law enforcement and help save lives.

    I-940

    Last year, more people in Washington were killed in encounters with law enforcement than in 45 other states, and almost one-third of them were experiencing a mental health crisis. Initiative 940 would improve de-escalation, first aid, and mental health crisis training for law enforcement and help save lives.

  • VOTE MAINTAINED

    Maintain Funding for Oil Spill Prevention

  • A bipartisan group of legislators passed Engrossed Second Substitute Senate Bill 6269 to fund oil spill prevention and cleanup. The legislation directs the Department of Ecology to improve prevention for oil spills in Puget Sound, as well as around oil refineries, railroads, and pipelines. This bill was funded by a $0.05 tax per 42-gallon barrel of oil used by boats and marine terminals.

    Because of a Tim Eyman initiative the Legislature is required to submit any bill it passes that closes tax loopholes or raises revenue to a non-binding advisory vote. Vote MAINTAINED on Advisory Vote 19.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05
    A bipartisan group of legislators passed Engrossed Second Substitute Senate Bill 6269 to fund oil spill prevention and cleanup. The legislation directs the Department of Ecology to improve prevention for oil spills in Puget Sound, as well as around oil refineries, railroads, and pipelines. This bill was funded by a $0.05 tax per 42-gallon barrel of oil used by boats and marine terminals.

    Because of a Tim Eyman initiative the Legislature is required to submit any bill it passes that closes tax loopholes or raises revenue to a non-binding advisory vote. Vote MAINTAINED on Advisory Vote 19.
    A bipartisan group of legislators passed Engrossed Second Substitute Senate Bill 6269 to fund oil spill prevention and cleanup. The legislation directs the Department of Ecology to improve prevention for oil spills in Puget Sound, as well as around oil refineries, railroads, and pipelines. This bill was funded by a $0.05 tax per 42-gallon barrel of oil used by boats and marine terminals.

    Because of a Tim Eyman initiative the Legislature is required to submit any bill it passes that closes tax loopholes or raises revenue to a non-binding advisory vote. Vote MAINTAINED on Advisory Vote 19.

    Advisory Vote 19

    A bipartisan group of legislators passed Engrossed Second Substitute Senate Bill 6269 to fund oil spill prevention and cleanup. The legislation directs the Department of Ecology to improve prevention for oil spills in Puget Sound, as well as around oil refineries, railroads, and pipelines. This bill was funded by a $0.05 tax per 42-gallon barrel of oil used by boats and marine terminals.

  • Endorsed By The Stranger

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

  • VOTE APPROVED

    Say YES to a Two-Year County Budget

  • The Pierce County Council has put forth County Charter Amendment No. 48 to transition from an annual budget process to a biennial (two-year) process beginning January 1, 2020. This move would enable the county council to model the county's budget cycle after the state Legislature and most other major cities. This amendment also allows for more time to debate important budget policy decisions related to funding for constituent services, county agencies, and initiatives. Vote YES on Pierce County Charter Amendment No. 48.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05
    The Pierce County Council has put forth County Charter Amendment No. 48 to transition from an annual budget process to a biennial (two-year) process beginning January 1, 2020. This move would enable the county council to model the county's budget cycle after the state Legislature and most other major cities. This amendment also allows for more time to debate important budget policy decisions related to funding for constituent services, county agencies, and initiatives. Vote YES on Pierce County Charter Amendment No. 48.
    The Pierce County Council has put forth County Charter Amendment No. 48 to transition from an annual budget process to a biennial (two-year) process beginning January 1, 2020. This move would enable the county council to model the county's budget cycle after the state Legislature and most other major cities. This amendment also allows for more time to debate important budget policy decisions related to funding for constituent services, county agencies, and initiatives. Vote YES on Pierce County Charter Amendment No. 48.

    Pierce County Charter Amendment No. 48

    The Pierce County Council has put forth County Charter Amendment No. 48 to transition from an annual budget process to a biennial (two-year) process beginning January 1, 2020.

  • VOTE APPROVED

    Say YES to Clear Charter Language

  • The process for filing and processing county ballot measures is confusing, which has led to redundancies in the filing process and confusion for filers. Pierce County Charter Amendment No. 49. would require that all initiatives, referendums, and charter amendment petitions follow the state style guidelines and would add clarifying language by defining terminology used to set procedural time and to certify signatures. Vote Yes on Pierce County Charter Amendment No. 49.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05
    The process for filing and processing county ballot measures is confusing, which has led to redundancies in the filing process and confusion for filers. Pierce County Charter Amendment No. 49. would require that all initiatives, referendums, and charter amendment petitions follow the state style guidelines and would add clarifying language by defining terminology used to set procedural time and to certify signatures. Vote Yes on Pierce County Charter Amendment No. 49.
    The process for filing and processing county ballot measures is confusing, which has led to redundancies in the filing process and confusion for filers. Pierce County Charter Amendment No. 49. would require that all initiatives, referendums, and charter amendment petitions follow the state style guidelines and would add clarifying language by defining terminology used to set procedural time and to certify signatures. Vote Yes on Pierce County Charter Amendment No. 49.

    Pierce County Charter Amendment No. 49.

    The process for filing and processing county ballot measures is confusing, which has led to redundancies in the filing process and confusion for filers. Pierce County Charter Amendment No. 49.

  • VOTE APPROVED

    Say YES to a Coherent Appointment Process

  • Pierce County Charter Amendment No. 50 clarifies the appointment process for filling partisan vacancies in instances when the previous office holder doesn’t belong to a major party. It would enable the Pierce County Council to fill a vacant partisan seat by publicly soliciting applications for the vacancy and selecting from a pool of qualified applicants. This charter is mirrored after the same voter-approved process for filling non-partisan vacancies. Vote to approve Pierce County Charter Amendment No. 50.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05
    Pierce County Charter Amendment No. 50 clarifies the appointment process for filling partisan vacancies in instances when the previous office holder doesn’t belong to a major party. It would enable the Pierce County Council to fill a vacant partisan seat by publicly soliciting applications for the vacancy and selecting from a pool of qualified applicants. This charter is mirrored after the same voter-approved process for filling non-partisan vacancies. Vote to approve Pierce County Charter Amendment No. 50.
    Pierce County Charter Amendment No. 50 clarifies the appointment process for filling partisan vacancies in instances when the previous office holder doesn’t belong to a major party. It would enable the Pierce County Council to fill a vacant partisan seat by publicly soliciting applications for the vacancy and selecting from a pool of qualified applicants. This charter is mirrored after the same voter-approved process for filling non-partisan vacancies. Vote to approve Pierce County Charter Amendment No. 50.

    Pierce County Charter Amendment No. 50

    Pierce County Charter Amendment No. 50 clarifies the appointment process for filling partisan vacancies in instances when the previous office holder doesn’t belong to a major party.

  • Senator Maria Cantwell was first elected in 2000 and continues to represent our state's progressive values in our nation's capital. Sen. Cantwell has been a leader on a wide range of issues including reproductive rights, supporting the Children's Health Insurance Program, defending net neutrality, passing oil spill legislation to protect our water, working on clean energy policies, and many more.

    Sen. Cantwell is opposed by Republican Susan Hutchison. Hutchison is a former news anchor and past chair of the state Republican Party. She ran for King County Executive in 2009 and lost by twenty points. Hutchison is well-known for being a party-line Republican and for her fierce defense of President Donald Trump, including calling fellow Republican Ted Cruz a "traitor" for not supporting the president's campaign.

    Sen. Cantwell has been a tenacious advocate for the people of Washington state and is the best choice in this race.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Maria Cantwell

    Senator Maria Cantwell was first elected in 2000 and continues to represent our state's progressive values in our nation's capital. Sen.

    Senator Maria Cantwell was first elected in 2000 and continues to represent our state's progressive values in our nation's capital. Sen. Cantwell has been a leader on a wide range of issues including reproductive rights, supporting the Children's Health Insurance Program, defending net neutrality, passing oil spill legislation to protect our water, working on clean energy policies, and many more.

    Sen. Cantwell is opposed by Republican Susan Hutchison. Hutchison is a former news anchor and past chair of the state Republican Party. She ran for King County Executive in 2009 and lost by twenty points. Hutchison is well-known for being a party-line Republican and for her fierce defense of President Donald Trump, including calling fellow Republican Ted Cruz a "traitor" for not supporting the president's campaign.

    Sen. Cantwell has been a tenacious advocate for the people of Washington state and is the best choice in this race.

    Maria Cantwell

    Senator Maria Cantwell was first elected in 2000 and continues to represent our state's progressive values in our nation's capital. Sen.

  • Representative Derek Kilmer is a moderate Democrat who is a reliable supporter of job creation and infrastructure improvement. He has been a leader on small business development and protecting the Puget Sound during his three terms in Congress. A former state Senator, he previously worked as a business consultant and economic development official. Kilmer is a sponsor of a clean Dream Act in support of immigrants who arrived in the country as children with their undocumented parents. He supports commonsense gun safety legislation and cosponsored the Voter Empowerment Act, an online voter registration act that helps keep voting rights equitable. Rep. Kilmer has also worked on several environmental bills, including the Wild Olympics Wilderness and the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act.

    Kilmer is running against Republican Douglas Dightman. Dightman is a family physician running on a platform of supporting national defense and the free market. He also supports legislation to weaken protections for workers in labor unions.

    Kilmer is widely supported by our progressive partners and is the best choice in this race.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Derek Kilmer

    Representative Derek Kilmer is a moderate Democrat who is a reliable supporter of job creation and infrastructure improvement. He has been a leader on small business development and protecting the Puget Sound during his three terms in Congress.

    Representative Derek Kilmer is a moderate Democrat who is a reliable supporter of job creation and infrastructure improvement. He has been a leader on small business development and protecting the Puget Sound during his three terms in Congress. A former state Senator, he previously worked as a business consultant and economic development official. Kilmer is a sponsor of a clean Dream Act in support of immigrants who arrived in the country as children with their undocumented parents. He supports commonsense gun safety legislation and cosponsored the Voter Empowerment Act, an online voter registration act that helps keep voting rights equitable. Rep. Kilmer has also worked on several environmental bills, including the Wild Olympics Wilderness and the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act.

    Kilmer is running against Republican Douglas Dightman. Dightman is a family physician running on a platform of supporting national defense and the free market. He also supports legislation to weaken protections for workers in labor unions.

    Kilmer is widely supported by our progressive partners and is the best choice in this race.

    Derek Kilmer

    Representative Derek Kilmer is a moderate Democrat who is a reliable supporter of job creation and infrastructure improvement. He has been a leader on small business development and protecting the Puget Sound during his three terms in Congress.

  • Democrat Emily Randall is running to replace retiring Republican State Senator Jan Angel in the 26th Legislative District. Prior to running for public office, Randall worked at the San Francisco AIDS Foundation and Planned Parenthood, where she advocated for improving health outcomes for local underserved populations. Randall is running for Senate to keep higher education affordable and expand job training programs for graduating high school seniors. Additionally, Randall wants to expand access to affordable health care for Washington families.

    Randall is running against Republican Marty McClendon. McClendon is a Trump-style talk show host who is also currently serving as the Pierce County Republican Party Chairman. He is a perennial candidate who unsuccessfully ran for Lt. Governor in 2016 against Cyrus Habib. His simplistic platform focuses on reducing business regulations and "reducing government waste."

    Randall’s dedication to public service and experience working on important public policy issues makes her the clear choice in this race.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Emily Randall

    Democrat Emily Randall is running to replace retiring Republican State Senator Jan Angel in the 26th Legislative District.

    Democrat Emily Randall is running to replace retiring Republican State Senator Jan Angel in the 26th Legislative District. Prior to running for public office, Randall worked at the San Francisco AIDS Foundation and Planned Parenthood, where she advocated for improving health outcomes for local underserved populations. Randall is running for Senate to keep higher education affordable and expand job training programs for graduating high school seniors. Additionally, Randall wants to expand access to affordable health care for Washington families.

    Randall is running against Republican Marty McClendon. McClendon is a Trump-style talk show host who is also currently serving as the Pierce County Republican Party Chairman. He is a perennial candidate who unsuccessfully ran for Lt. Governor in 2016 against Cyrus Habib. His simplistic platform focuses on reducing business regulations and "reducing government waste."

    Randall’s dedication to public service and experience working on important public policy issues makes her the clear choice in this race.

    Emily Randall

    Democrat Emily Randall is running to replace retiring Republican State Senator Jan Angel in the 26th Legislative District.

  • Navy veteran Connie FitzPatrick is running for the 26th Legislative District House Position 1. She is running on a platform of providing affordable higher education and training programs, reducing transportation costs, and improving veterans care. Her passion for a robust educational system, veterans, and families has earned her a strong base of support from labor unions, health organizations, environmental groups, and more.

    Fitzpatrick is running against Republican representative Jesse Young. Incumbent Rep. Young's priorities include reducing the number of people on Medicaid and replacing the Affordable Care Act, though he does not say what the alternatives will be for health care for his district. Young has also voted against a score of progressive issues, including automatic voter registration and prohibition of conversion therapy on LGBTQ children. Last fall, Young was restricted from dealing with his legislative assistants by the Legislative Ethics Board after a series of credible allegations of mistreatment and hostile work environments. He's also facing allegations of using taxpayer funding to support his re-election campaign events.

    Fitzpatrick is the best choice in this race.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Connie FitzPatrick

    Navy veteran Connie FitzPatrick is running for the 26th Legislative District House Position 1. She is running on a platform of providing affordable higher education and training programs, reducing transportation costs, and improving veterans care.

    Navy veteran Connie FitzPatrick is running for the 26th Legislative District House Position 1. She is running on a platform of providing affordable higher education and training programs, reducing transportation costs, and improving veterans care. Her passion for a robust educational system, veterans, and families has earned her a strong base of support from labor unions, health organizations, environmental groups, and more.

    Fitzpatrick is running against Republican representative Jesse Young. Incumbent Rep. Young's priorities include reducing the number of people on Medicaid and replacing the Affordable Care Act, though he does not say what the alternatives will be for health care for his district. Young has also voted against a score of progressive issues, including automatic voter registration and prohibition of conversion therapy on LGBTQ children. Last fall, Young was restricted from dealing with his legislative assistants by the Legislative Ethics Board after a series of credible allegations of mistreatment and hostile work environments. He's also facing allegations of using taxpayer funding to support his re-election campaign events.

    Fitzpatrick is the best choice in this race.

    Connie FitzPatrick

    Navy veteran Connie FitzPatrick is running for the 26th Legislative District House Position 1. She is running on a platform of providing affordable higher education and training programs, reducing transportation costs, and improving veterans care.

  • Democrat Joy Stanford is a substitute teacher in the Peninsula School District. As a former health care professional, she cites her work helping underserved and elderly populations gain access to the care they need as part of her political experience. Her campaign is prioritizing infrastructure projects, leveraging her education experience to support students, expanding technical and vocational training, and ensuring health care access for all.

    Stanford is challenging Republican Rep. Michelle Caldier for the 26th Legislative District House Position 2. Rep. Caldier deserves credit for voting for a gun safety bill and for standing up for sexual assault survivors. However, Rep. Caldier has also voted against automatic voter registration, which makes it easier for eligible citizens to vote, and she voted against legislation to expand access to reproductive health care.

    Stanford is the best choice in this race.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Joy Stanford

    Democrat Joy Stanford is a substitute teacher in the Peninsula School District. As a former health care professional, she cites her work helping underserved and elderly populations gain access to the care they need as part of her political experience.

    Democrat Joy Stanford is a substitute teacher in the Peninsula School District. As a former health care professional, she cites her work helping underserved and elderly populations gain access to the care they need as part of her political experience. Her campaign is prioritizing infrastructure projects, leveraging her education experience to support students, expanding technical and vocational training, and ensuring health care access for all.

    Stanford is challenging Republican Rep. Michelle Caldier for the 26th Legislative District House Position 2. Rep. Caldier deserves credit for voting for a gun safety bill and for standing up for sexual assault survivors. However, Rep. Caldier has also voted against automatic voter registration, which makes it easier for eligible citizens to vote, and she voted against legislation to expand access to reproductive health care.

    Stanford is the best choice in this race.

    Joy Stanford

    Democrat Joy Stanford is a substitute teacher in the Peninsula School District. As a former health care professional, she cites her work helping underserved and elderly populations gain access to the care they need as part of her political experience.

County Races

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

  • Democrat Paul Andrews is running to be the next Kitsap County Auditor. With 23 years of relevant public service and IT experience, Andrews wants to use his background in technology to modernize and defend the integrity of Kitsap County elections. Andrews values public accountability, leadership, and efficiency, and seeks to eliminate "human error" in the office's processes and procedures. If elected, Andrews will prioritize creating an online county archive of recorded documents, maintaining accurate voter rolls, and fostering a culture of transparency.

    Andrews is running a competitive race against Bremerton city councilmember and Democrat Richard Huddy, who is focused on improving the office's constituent services and outreach to voters. As the current Chair of the City Council's Financial Committee, Huddy emphasizes the importance of effective staff management while the Auditor office moves to implement same-day voter registration and a new financial system.

    Paul Andrews is the best choice in this race because of his strong support from community leaders.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Paul Andrews

    Democrat Paul Andrews is running to be the next Kitsap County Auditor. With 23 years of relevant public service and IT experience, Andrews wants to use his background in technology to modernize and defend the integrity of Kitsap County elections.

    Democrat Paul Andrews is running to be the next Kitsap County Auditor. With 23 years of relevant public service and IT experience, Andrews wants to use his background in technology to modernize and defend the integrity of Kitsap County elections. Andrews values public accountability, leadership, and efficiency, and seeks to eliminate "human error" in the office's processes and procedures. If elected, Andrews will prioritize creating an online county archive of recorded documents, maintaining accurate voter rolls, and fostering a culture of transparency.

    Andrews is running a competitive race against Bremerton city councilmember and Democrat Richard Huddy, who is focused on improving the office's constituent services and outreach to voters. As the current Chair of the City Council's Financial Committee, Huddy emphasizes the importance of effective staff management while the Auditor office moves to implement same-day voter registration and a new financial system.

    Paul Andrews is the best choice in this race because of his strong support from community leaders.

    Paul Andrews

    Democrat Paul Andrews is running to be the next Kitsap County Auditor. With 23 years of relevant public service and IT experience, Andrews wants to use his background in technology to modernize and defend the integrity of Kitsap County elections.

  • Endorsed By: AFSCME 1308, International Association of Machinists Local 282, Kitsap County Central Labor Council, Kitsap County Democrats
  • Deputy County Prosecutor Chad Enright is running unopposed for Kitsap County Prosecuting Attorney. Prior to serving as the current Chief Deputy Prosecutor for the Felony & Juvenile Division in Kitsap County, Enright worked for four years in private practice. In 2015, he was promoted to his current position in the county prosecutor's office, where he gained experience prosecuting both major crimes and misdemeanors while supervising 15 attorneys and their caseloads. Enright is prioritizing the effective management of resources and financial stewardship as well as ensuring that the Kitsap County Prosecuting Attorney's office represents the people well. Chad Enright deserves your vote.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Chad Enright

    Deputy County Prosecutor Chad Enright is running unopposed for Kitsap County Prosecuting Attorney. Prior to serving as the current Chief Deputy Prosecutor for the Felony & Juvenile Division in Kitsap County, Enright worked for four years in private practice.

    Deputy County Prosecutor Chad Enright is running unopposed for Kitsap County Prosecuting Attorney. Prior to serving as the current Chief Deputy Prosecutor for the Felony & Juvenile Division in Kitsap County, Enright worked for four years in private practice. In 2015, he was promoted to his current position in the county prosecutor's office, where he gained experience prosecuting both major crimes and misdemeanors while supervising 15 attorneys and their caseloads. Enright is prioritizing the effective management of resources and financial stewardship as well as ensuring that the Kitsap County Prosecuting Attorney's office represents the people well. Chad Enright deserves your vote.

    Chad Enright

    Deputy County Prosecutor Chad Enright is running unopposed for Kitsap County Prosecuting Attorney. Prior to serving as the current Chief Deputy Prosecutor for the Felony & Juvenile Division in Kitsap County, Enright worked for four years in private practice.

  • Endorsed By: Kitsap County Democrats
  • Julie Anderson was elected by special election in 2009 and then re-elected to this position in 2010 and 2014. She is a former Tacoma city councilmember and has served in several community groups, including the Greater Tacoma Community Foundation and Rotary International. She is running unopposed.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Julie Anderson

    Julie Anderson was elected by special election in 2009 and then re-elected to this position in 2010 and 2014. She is a former Tacoma city councilmember and has served in several community groups, including the Greater Tacoma Community Foundation and Rotary International.

    Julie Anderson was elected by special election in 2009 and then re-elected to this position in 2010 and 2014. She is a former Tacoma city councilmember and has served in several community groups, including the Greater Tacoma Community Foundation and Rotary International. She is running unopposed.

    Julie Anderson

    Julie Anderson was elected by special election in 2009 and then re-elected to this position in 2010 and 2014. She is a former Tacoma city councilmember and has served in several community groups, including the Greater Tacoma Community Foundation and Rotary International.

  • Attorney Mary Robnett has spent 18 years working in the Pierce County Prosecuting Attorney's office. She worked in the office’s special assault unit before being promoted to Chief Criminal Deputy Prosecutor. Robnett now works as an Assistant Attorney General in the Sexually Violent Predators unit in Bob Ferguson’s office. As a dedicated community advocate, Robnett is the president of the Sexual Assault Center of Pierce County, a local non-profit organization that provides therapy, education, and advocacy services to survivors of sexual assault and abuse.

    Robnett is running as a non-partisan candidate with a focus on de-politicizing and restoring integrity to the Pierce County Prosecuting Attorney's office, and letting veteran prosecutors do their job. She has strong support in the legal and law enforcement communities.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Mary Robnett

    Attorney Mary Robnett has spent 18 years working in the Pierce County Prosecuting Attorney's office. She worked in the office’s special assault unit before being promoted to Chief Criminal Deputy Prosecutor.

    Attorney Mary Robnett has spent 18 years working in the Pierce County Prosecuting Attorney's office. She worked in the office’s special assault unit before being promoted to Chief Criminal Deputy Prosecutor. Robnett now works as an Assistant Attorney General in the Sexually Violent Predators unit in Bob Ferguson’s office. As a dedicated community advocate, Robnett is the president of the Sexual Assault Center of Pierce County, a local non-profit organization that provides therapy, education, and advocacy services to survivors of sexual assault and abuse.

    Robnett is running as a non-partisan candidate with a focus on de-politicizing and restoring integrity to the Pierce County Prosecuting Attorney's office, and letting veteran prosecutors do their job. She has strong support in the legal and law enforcement communities.

    Mary Robnett

    Attorney Mary Robnett has spent 18 years working in the Pierce County Prosecuting Attorney's office. She worked in the office’s special assault unit before being promoted to Chief Criminal Deputy Prosecutor.

  • Endorsed By: Several local Democratic Party organizations<br> Pierce County Minority Bar Association rating: “Exceptionally Well Qualified”
  • Mark Lindquist is running for his third term as Pierce County Prosecuting Attorney. He has earned a reputation for being a hard worker, and his accomplishments include forming an Elder Fraud and Identity Theft team to prosecute targeted scams against the elderly and helping increase penalties against drunk drivers. He has earned the support of many local progressive organizations.

    Unfortunately, Lindquist has also generated several high-profile ethics controversies. He faced a whistleblower investigation that found he ran a highly politicized office and retaliated against subordinates and critics who disagreed with him. Lindquist is facing a formal bar disciplinary hearing for discussing an active murder trial on a national cable television show while the jury was still deliberating, against the advice of his staff. If Lindquist loses the case, he could lose his license to practice law and be unable to carry out the duties of his office. In addition, Lindquist lost a long-running lawsuit over his refusal to release text messages in public disclosure requests, costing Pierce County taxpayers more than $1 million in fines and fees. We also have concerns about Lindquist's lack of progress toward reducing racial inequities in the local criminal justice system.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Mark Lindquist

    Mark Lindquist is running for his third term as Pierce County Prosecuting Attorney.

    Mark Lindquist is running for his third term as Pierce County Prosecuting Attorney. He has earned a reputation for being a hard worker, and his accomplishments include forming an Elder Fraud and Identity Theft team to prosecute targeted scams against the elderly and helping increase penalties against drunk drivers. He has earned the support of many local progressive organizations.

    Unfortunately, Lindquist has also generated several high-profile ethics controversies. He faced a whistleblower investigation that found he ran a highly politicized office and retaliated against subordinates and critics who disagreed with him. Lindquist is facing a formal bar disciplinary hearing for discussing an active murder trial on a national cable television show while the jury was still deliberating, against the advice of his staff. If Lindquist loses the case, he could lose his license to practice law and be unable to carry out the duties of his office. In addition, Lindquist lost a long-running lawsuit over his refusal to release text messages in public disclosure requests, costing Pierce County taxpayers more than $1 million in fines and fees. We also have concerns about Lindquist's lack of progress toward reducing racial inequities in the local criminal justice system.

    Mark Lindquist

    Mark Lindquist is running for his third term as Pierce County Prosecuting Attorney.

  • Endorsed By: WA State Council of Firefighters, Pierce County Central Labor Council, several local Democratic Party organizations

County Council District Races

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

  • Democrat Lorra Jackson is running to relieve traffic congestion, preserve farmland, and provide more public spaces for a growing population in Pierce County. She supports a $15 minimum wage in Pierce County and mass transit expansions for commuters and in future residential areas.

    She is running against Republican Dave Morell. Morell is a former state representative running on a platform of public safety and fiscal responsibility. He states that his main priority is expenditures, including a focus on jobs and county revenue.

    We believe Jackson is the most progressive choice in this race.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Lorra Jackson

    Democrat Lorra Jackson is running to relieve traffic congestion, preserve farmland, and provide more public spaces for a growing population in Pierce County. She supports a $15 minimum wage in Pierce County and mass transit expansions for commuters and in future residential areas.

    Democrat Lorra Jackson is running to relieve traffic congestion, preserve farmland, and provide more public spaces for a growing population in Pierce County. She supports a $15 minimum wage in Pierce County and mass transit expansions for commuters and in future residential areas.

    She is running against Republican Dave Morell. Morell is a former state representative running on a platform of public safety and fiscal responsibility. He states that his main priority is expenditures, including a focus on jobs and county revenue.

    We believe Jackson is the most progressive choice in this race.

    Lorra Jackson

    Democrat Lorra Jackson is running to relieve traffic congestion, preserve farmland, and provide more public spaces for a growing population in Pierce County. She supports a $15 minimum wage in Pierce County and mass transit expansions for commuters and in future residential areas.

  • Endorsed By: Pierce County Democrats, 25th LD Democrats, Pierce County Professional Firefighters IAFF Local 726
  • Marty Campbell is a community association manager and former Tacoma city councilmember of 8 years. His campaign is focused on fully funding mental health services and supporting family wage jobs and local businesses. He wants to add electric vehicle infrastructure and solar incentives to the county's plans. He also supports affordable housing measures like increasing housing density where appropriate and increasing tiny housing options.

    Campbell is facing Republican and perennial candidate Justin Van Dyk. Van Dyk is running on a conservative platform focused on reducing government waste without any concrete policy solutions. Campbell is the clear choice for Pierce County Council District 5.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Marty Campbell

    Marty Campbell is a community association manager and former Tacoma city councilmember of 8 years. His campaign is focused on fully funding mental health services and supporting family wage jobs and local businesses.

    Marty Campbell is a community association manager and former Tacoma city councilmember of 8 years. His campaign is focused on fully funding mental health services and supporting family wage jobs and local businesses. He wants to add electric vehicle infrastructure and solar incentives to the county's plans. He also supports affordable housing measures like increasing housing density where appropriate and increasing tiny housing options.

    Campbell is facing Republican and perennial candidate Justin Van Dyk. Van Dyk is running on a conservative platform focused on reducing government waste without any concrete policy solutions. Campbell is the clear choice for Pierce County Council District 5.

    Marty Campbell

    Marty Campbell is a community association manager and former Tacoma city councilmember of 8 years. His campaign is focused on fully funding mental health services and supporting family wage jobs and local businesses.

  • Endorsed By: Equal Rights Washington, Sierra Club, Pierce County Democrats, Pierce County Professional Firefighters IAFF Local 726, Tattosh group of Sierra Club, Washington Education Association - Tacoma Council
  • Pierce County Councilmember Derek Young is a former four-term Gig Harbor city councilmember. He has prioritized improving mental health services and environmental protections during his four years on the county council. He also serves on numerous boards representing Pierce County, including the National Association of Counties and the Puget Sound Regional Council Growth Management Policy Board. As a board member for Pierce Transit, Young fought to minimize cuts to public transportation options for Pierce County citizens.

    He is facing Navy veteran and school board member David Olson, who is running on a standard Republican platform of public safety and fiscal responsibility.

    Young's experience, ties to the communities, and knowledge of policy issues facing the county make him the best choice in this race.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Derek M. Young

    Pierce County Councilmember Derek Young is a former four-term Gig Harbor city councilmember. He has prioritized improving mental health services and environmental protections during his four years on the county council.

    Pierce County Councilmember Derek Young is a former four-term Gig Harbor city councilmember. He has prioritized improving mental health services and environmental protections during his four years on the county council. He also serves on numerous boards representing Pierce County, including the National Association of Counties and the Puget Sound Regional Council Growth Management Policy Board. As a board member for Pierce Transit, Young fought to minimize cuts to public transportation options for Pierce County citizens.

    He is facing Navy veteran and school board member David Olson, who is running on a standard Republican platform of public safety and fiscal responsibility.

    Young's experience, ties to the communities, and knowledge of policy issues facing the county make him the best choice in this race.

    Derek M. Young

    Pierce County Councilmember Derek Young is a former four-term Gig Harbor city councilmember. He has prioritized improving mental health services and environmental protections during his four years on the county council.

  • First elected in 2000, Supreme Court Justice Susan Justice Owens brings more 40 years of legal experience to Washington's Supreme Court. Prior to serving on the court, Justice Owens served nineteen years as a District Court Judge in Western Clallam County. Justice Owens has been a leader in the judicial community on addressing the impacts of domestic violence on children. Nationally, Justice Owens is a judicial trainer on this topic and participated in the writing of the Northwest Tribal Judges Domestic Violence Manual. Justice Owens is running unopposed for re-election and has earned your support.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Susan Owens

    First elected in 2000, Supreme Court Justice Susan Justice Owens brings more 40 years of legal experience to Washington's Supreme Court. Prior to serving on the court, Justice Owens served nineteen years as a District Court Judge in Western Clallam County.

    First elected in 2000, Supreme Court Justice Susan Justice Owens brings more 40 years of legal experience to Washington's Supreme Court. Prior to serving on the court, Justice Owens served nineteen years as a District Court Judge in Western Clallam County. Justice Owens has been a leader in the judicial community on addressing the impacts of domestic violence on children. Nationally, Justice Owens is a judicial trainer on this topic and participated in the writing of the Northwest Tribal Judges Domestic Violence Manual. Justice Owens is running unopposed for re-election and has earned your support.

    Susan Owens

    First elected in 2000, Supreme Court Justice Susan Justice Owens brings more 40 years of legal experience to Washington's Supreme Court. Prior to serving on the court, Justice Owens served nineteen years as a District Court Judge in Western Clallam County.

  • Supreme Court Justice Steve Gonzalez has earned national recognition for his judicial expertise and work to increase access to the judicial system. Before serving on the Supreme Court, Justice Gonzalez served as an Assistant U.S. Attorney and on the King County Superior Court for more than 10 years hearing criminal, juvenile, and family law cases. Justice Gonzalez is devoted to working for the people of Washington and serves as a board member for the Washington Leadership Institute, an organization that supports emerging community leaders from diverse backgrounds. As one of the few multi-lingual justices, he chairs the Interpreter Commission. Justice Gonzalez is rated "Exceptionally Well Qualified" by 10 independent bar associations in Washington state.

    Gonzalez is being challenged by Bellevue-based attorney Nathan Choi, who ran unsuccessfully for a judicial seat on the Court of Appeals in 2016. Since then, Choi has faced numerous ethical controversies. In 2017, the King County Bar Association formally reprimanded Choi for violating KCBA's fair campaign practices guidelines by releasing misleading campaign materials and failing to follow state candidate rules. In February of this year, Washington Attorney General Bob Ferguson formally filed a lawsuit against Nathan Choi in a Thurston County Court. The case is still open.

    Justice Steve Gonzalez is the best choice for Supreme Court Justice Position 8.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Steve Gonzalez

    Supreme Court Justice Steve Gonzalez has earned national recognition for his judicial expertise and work to increase access to the judicial system. Before serving on the Supreme Court, Justice Gonzalez served as an Assistant U.S.

    Supreme Court Justice Steve Gonzalez has earned national recognition for his judicial expertise and work to increase access to the judicial system. Before serving on the Supreme Court, Justice Gonzalez served as an Assistant U.S. Attorney and on the King County Superior Court for more than 10 years hearing criminal, juvenile, and family law cases. Justice Gonzalez is devoted to working for the people of Washington and serves as a board member for the Washington Leadership Institute, an organization that supports emerging community leaders from diverse backgrounds. As one of the few multi-lingual justices, he chairs the Interpreter Commission. Justice Gonzalez is rated "Exceptionally Well Qualified" by 10 independent bar associations in Washington state.

    Gonzalez is being challenged by Bellevue-based attorney Nathan Choi, who ran unsuccessfully for a judicial seat on the Court of Appeals in 2016. Since then, Choi has faced numerous ethical controversies. In 2017, the King County Bar Association formally reprimanded Choi for violating KCBA's fair campaign practices guidelines by releasing misleading campaign materials and failing to follow state candidate rules. In February of this year, Washington Attorney General Bob Ferguson formally filed a lawsuit against Nathan Choi in a Thurston County Court. The case is still open.

    Justice Steve Gonzalez is the best choice for Supreme Court Justice Position 8.

    Steve Gonzalez

    Supreme Court Justice Steve Gonzalez has earned national recognition for his judicial expertise and work to increase access to the judicial system. Before serving on the Supreme Court, Justice Gonzalez served as an Assistant U.S.

  • Washington Supreme Court Justice Sheryl Gordon McCloud has been a fierce defender of constitutional rights and has written the decision in several consequential court cases. Prior to serving on the Supreme Court, she worked as an accomplished appellate court attorney for nearly three decades and was a founding member of the Washington Appellate Lawyers Association. Her strong judicial track record has earned a rating of "Exceptionally Well Qualified" by 10 independent state bar associations, including Washington Women Lawyers and the newly-minted Veterans Bar Association.

    Justice McCloud in running unopposed for Position 9 and deserves your vote.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Sheryl Gordon McCloud

    Washington Supreme Court Justice Sheryl Gordon McCloud has been a fierce defender of constitutional rights and has written the decision in several consequential court cases.

    Washington Supreme Court Justice Sheryl Gordon McCloud has been a fierce defender of constitutional rights and has written the decision in several consequential court cases. Prior to serving on the Supreme Court, she worked as an accomplished appellate court attorney for nearly three decades and was a founding member of the Washington Appellate Lawyers Association. Her strong judicial track record has earned a rating of "Exceptionally Well Qualified" by 10 independent state bar associations, including Washington Women Lawyers and the newly-minted Veterans Bar Association.

    Justice McCloud in running unopposed for Position 9 and deserves your vote.

    Sheryl Gordon McCloud

    Washington Supreme Court Justice Sheryl Gordon McCloud has been a fierce defender of constitutional rights and has written the decision in several consequential court cases.

Court of Appeals

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

  • First appointed by Gov. Jay Inslee in December 2013, Acting Chief Judge Linda Lee was elected to continue serving in this position in 2014. Previously, Judge Linda Lee served 10 years as a Pierce County Superior Court Judge and worked as a private attorney for 13 years. She is a devoted community member and an avid supporter of the Chinese Reconciliation Park Foundation and the Pierce County Minority Bar Association's Youth and Law Forum. Judge Linda Lee has earned another term.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Linda Lee

    First appointed by Gov. Jay Inslee in December 2013, Acting Chief Judge Linda Lee was elected to continue serving in this position in 2014. Previously, Judge Linda Lee served 10 years as a Pierce County Superior Court Judge and worked as a private attorney for 13 years.

    First appointed by Gov. Jay Inslee in December 2013, Acting Chief Judge Linda Lee was elected to continue serving in this position in 2014. Previously, Judge Linda Lee served 10 years as a Pierce County Superior Court Judge and worked as a private attorney for 13 years. She is a devoted community member and an avid supporter of the Chinese Reconciliation Park Foundation and the Pierce County Minority Bar Association's Youth and Law Forum. Judge Linda Lee has earned another term.

    Linda Lee

    First appointed by Gov. Jay Inslee in December 2013, Acting Chief Judge Linda Lee was elected to continue serving in this position in 2014. Previously, Judge Linda Lee served 10 years as a Pierce County Superior Court Judge and worked as a private attorney for 13 years.

  • Deputy Solicitor General Rebecca Glasgow is running unopposed for this open seat on the Court of Appeals. For ten years, Glasgow has served the people of Washington in the Attorney General’s Office and as the lead counsel to Secretary of State Kim Wyman. Glasgow supports equity in the legal system and believes that judges must be “impartial, fair, and unbiased” because they are the “guardians of the rule of law and the rights of every person.”

    Currently, Glasgow is a board member for the Campaign for Equal Justice and the Strophy Foundation. She is also a former president of Thurston County Volunteer Legal Services and Washington Women Lawyers, an independent bar association. Glasgow’s record of public service, knowledge of the law, and courtroom conduct has earned a judicial rating of “Exceptionally Well Qualified” from six independent bar associations. Prominent Republicans and Democrats have also endorsed her candidacy. Attorney Rebecca Glasgow has earned your vote.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Rebecca Glasgow

    Deputy Solicitor General Rebecca Glasgow is running unopposed for this open seat on the Court of Appeals. For ten years, Glasgow has served the people of Washington in the Attorney General’s Office and as the lead counsel to Secretary of State Kim Wyman.

    Deputy Solicitor General Rebecca Glasgow is running unopposed for this open seat on the Court of Appeals. For ten years, Glasgow has served the people of Washington in the Attorney General’s Office and as the lead counsel to Secretary of State Kim Wyman. Glasgow supports equity in the legal system and believes that judges must be “impartial, fair, and unbiased” because they are the “guardians of the rule of law and the rights of every person.”

    Currently, Glasgow is a board member for the Campaign for Equal Justice and the Strophy Foundation. She is also a former president of Thurston County Volunteer Legal Services and Washington Women Lawyers, an independent bar association. Glasgow’s record of public service, knowledge of the law, and courtroom conduct has earned a judicial rating of “Exceptionally Well Qualified” from six independent bar associations. Prominent Republicans and Democrats have also endorsed her candidacy. Attorney Rebecca Glasgow has earned your vote.

    Rebecca Glasgow

    Deputy Solicitor General Rebecca Glasgow is running unopposed for this open seat on the Court of Appeals. For ten years, Glasgow has served the people of Washington in the Attorney General’s Office and as the lead counsel to Secretary of State Kim Wyman.

  • Endorsed By: Grays Harbor County Democrats, Kitsap County Democrats, Thurston County Labor Council, Mason County Democrats, Jefferson County Democrats
    Bar Association Ratings:
    Q-Law Bar Association: "Exceptionally Well Qualified"
    Loren Miller Bar Association: "Exceptionally Well Qualified"
    Joint Asian Judicial Evaluations Committee: "Exceptionally Well Qualified"

Depending on where you live, you may have one of the below court races on your ballot. The Progressive Voters Guide may skip recommendations for unopposed judicial races.

  • Attorney Lizanne Padula is running for the Pierce County District Court Judge Position 3. As a former prosecutor, private litigator, and reserve police officer, Padula has spent her career helping people navigate the court system. Padula aims to improve the criminal justice system by prioritizing the public safety needs of the community and only offering punitive sanctions that serve to rehabilitate offenders. Padula is running on a platform that supports work-release and re-entry programs for convicted individuals.

    Padula is opposed by Pierce County Deputy Prosecuting Attorney Tim Lewis. Lewis has spent more than 15 years serving Pierce County in the prosecuting attorney's office and is highly involved in the community. While Lewis has ample relevant experience, including serving as a pro tem (substitute) judge in Pierce and Kitsap County courts, a public allegation of misconduct has placed doubts on his candidacy.

    Padula is the best choice in this race.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Lizanne Padula

    Attorney Lizanne Padula is running for the Pierce County District Court Judge Position 3. As a former prosecutor, private litigator, and reserve police officer, Padula has spent her career helping people navigate the court system.
    Attorney Lizanne Padula is running for the Pierce County District Court Judge Position 3. As a former prosecutor, private litigator, and reserve police officer, Padula has spent her career helping people navigate the court system. Padula aims to improve the criminal justice system by prioritizing the public safety needs of the community and only offering punitive sanctions that serve to rehabilitate offenders. Padula is running on a platform that supports work-release and re-entry programs for convicted individuals.

    Padula is opposed by Pierce County Deputy Prosecuting Attorney Tim Lewis. Lewis has spent more than 15 years serving Pierce County in the prosecuting attorney's office and is highly involved in the community. While Lewis has ample relevant experience, including serving as a pro tem (substitute) judge in Pierce and Kitsap County courts, a public allegation of misconduct has placed doubts on his candidacy.

    Padula is the best choice in this race.

    Lizanne Padula

    Attorney Lizanne Padula is running for the Pierce County District Court Judge Position 3. As a former prosecutor, private litigator, and reserve police officer, Padula has spent her career helping people navigate the court system.
  • Endorsed By: Pierce County Democrats
  • Attorney Karl Williams is running for Pierce County District Court Position 6. With more than 30 years of legal experience, Williams is the most qualified candidate in this race. Williams has served as a judge pro tem for the cities of Fife, Puyallup, and Ruston, as well as on the Pierce County District Courts for more than 20 years. Williams is focused on keeping communities safe, ensuring that justice is administered fairly, and making the courts more accessible to underserved populations. He is passionate about serving the greater Pierce County community and volunteers with a number youth organizations including University Place Youth Court and the Pierce County Minority Bar Association. Williams has been rated "Exceptionally Well Qualified" by the Tacoma-Pierce County Bar, Washington Women Lawyers, and the Tacoma Pierce County Minority Bar Associations.

    Williams is running a highly competitive race against current Assistant Chief Criminal Deputy Prosecutor John Sheeran, who has more than 22 years of legal experience. Sheeran is supportive of strengthening the mental health and drug courts in Pierce County. However, Karl Williams is the best choice in this race because of his judicial experience and ties with the community.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Karl Williams

    Attorney Karl Williams is running for Pierce County District Court Position 6. With more than 30 years of legal experience, Williams is the most qualified candidate in this race.

    Attorney Karl Williams is running for Pierce County District Court Position 6. With more than 30 years of legal experience, Williams is the most qualified candidate in this race. Williams has served as a judge pro tem for the cities of Fife, Puyallup, and Ruston, as well as on the Pierce County District Courts for more than 20 years. Williams is focused on keeping communities safe, ensuring that justice is administered fairly, and making the courts more accessible to underserved populations. He is passionate about serving the greater Pierce County community and volunteers with a number youth organizations including University Place Youth Court and the Pierce County Minority Bar Association. Williams has been rated "Exceptionally Well Qualified" by the Tacoma-Pierce County Bar, Washington Women Lawyers, and the Tacoma Pierce County Minority Bar Associations.

    Williams is running a highly competitive race against current Assistant Chief Criminal Deputy Prosecutor John Sheeran, who has more than 22 years of legal experience. Sheeran is supportive of strengthening the mental health and drug courts in Pierce County. However, Karl Williams is the best choice in this race because of his judicial experience and ties with the community.

    Karl Williams

    Attorney Karl Williams is running for Pierce County District Court Position 6. With more than 30 years of legal experience, Williams is the most qualified candidate in this race.

  • Endorsed By: Pierce County Democrats, Pierce County Young Democrats
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  • The Bethel School District is proposing Proposition No. 1, a $443 million bond to reduce overcrowding and improve school safety. Since 2009, the school district has increased by nearly 2,000 students, which has strained available resources for students. Proposition No. 1 would finance the building of a new high school and two new elementary schools, as well as modernize six older schools. Approving this proposal would maintain the current tax rate.

    Our schools are the foundation of our children's futures. Vote to reduce overcrowding and approve the Bethel School District's Proposition No. 1.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05
    The Bethel School District is proposing Proposition No. 1, a $443 million bond to reduce overcrowding and improve school safety. Since 2009, the school district has increased by nearly 2,000 students, which has strained available resources for students. Proposition No. 1 would finance the building of a new high school and two new elementary schools, as well as modernize six older schools. Approving this proposal would maintain the current tax rate.

    Our schools are the foundation of our children's futures. Vote to reduce overcrowding and approve the Bethel School District's Proposition No. 1.
    The Bethel School District is proposing Proposition No. 1, a $443 million bond to reduce overcrowding and improve school safety. Since 2009, the school district has increased by nearly 2,000 students, which has strained available resources for students. Proposition No. 1 would finance the building of a new high school and two new elementary schools, as well as modernize six older schools. Approving this proposal would maintain the current tax rate.

    Our schools are the foundation of our children's futures. Vote to reduce overcrowding and approve the Bethel School District's Proposition No. 1.

    Bethel School District Proposition No. 1

    The Bethel School District is proposing Proposition No. 1, a $443 million bond to reduce overcrowding and improve school safety. Since 2009, the school district has increased by nearly 2,000 students, which has strained available resources for students. Proposition No.

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    Say YES to Better Schools for Our Children

  • The Spokane School District is proposing a $495.3 million bond to reduce overcrowding and improve schools. It will be used to build three new middle schools and to make practical structural improvements to four other schools in the Spokane School District. In addition, it will finance the construction of a cafeteria at Lewis & Clark High School and the acquisition of new technology. Approving this proposal would maintain the current tax rate.

    Our schools are the foundation of our children's futures. Vote to reduce overcrowding and approve Proposition No. 1 for Spokane schools.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05
    The Spokane School District is proposing a $495.3 million bond to reduce overcrowding and improve schools. It will be used to build three new middle schools and to make practical structural improvements to four other schools in the Spokane School District. In addition, it will finance the construction of a cafeteria at Lewis & Clark High School and the acquisition of new technology. Approving this proposal would maintain the current tax rate.

    Our schools are the foundation of our children's futures. Vote to reduce overcrowding and approve Proposition No. 1 for Spokane schools.
    The Spokane School District is proposing a $495.3 million bond to reduce overcrowding and improve schools. It will be used to build three new middle schools and to make practical structural improvements to four other schools in the Spokane School District. In addition, it will finance the construction of a cafeteria at Lewis & Clark High School and the acquisition of new technology. Approving this proposal would maintain the current tax rate.

    Our schools are the foundation of our children's futures. Vote to reduce overcrowding and approve Proposition No. 1 for Spokane schools.