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    Republican

    Dan Satterberg

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  • King County Prosecutor Dan Satterberg is running unopposed for re-election. Satterberg is a competent prosecutor with broad support. He is a responsible, moderate voice who has endorsed I-594 to require background checks for all gun sales in Washington. He also dismissed all misdemeanor marijuana possessions immediately after voters approved I-502 to legalize marijuana in Washington.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Dan Satterberg

    King County Prosecutor Dan Satterberg is running unopposed for re-election. Satterberg is a competent prosecutor with broad support. He is a responsible, moderate voice who has endorsed I-594 to require background checks for all gun sales in Washington.

    King County Prosecutor Dan Satterberg is running unopposed for re-election. Satterberg is a competent prosecutor with broad support. He is a responsible, moderate voice who has endorsed I-594 to require background checks for all gun sales in Washington. He also dismissed all misdemeanor marijuana possessions immediately after voters approved I-502 to legalize marijuana in Washington.

    Dan Satterberg

    King County Prosecutor Dan Satterberg is running unopposed for re-election. Satterberg is a competent prosecutor with broad support. He is a responsible, moderate voice who has endorsed I-594 to require background checks for all gun sales in Washington.

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

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Congress

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

1st Congressional District

U.S. Representative

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    Democrat

    Suzan DelBene

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  • Suzan DelBene won a tough race in 2012 to represent the 1st Congressional District, which reaches from Kirkland to the Canadian border. A former executive at Microsoft and other technology companies, she has used her technology background to become a leader of protecting privacy rights against government surveillance. She has also been a strong advocate for job development, economic fairness, women’s health, and immigration reform. DelBene’s top challenger is Pedro Celis, a Republican and retired Microsoft engineer who was a leader for the George W. Bush re-election effort in 2004. Celis recently earned national attention by making unfortunate comments comparing gay marriage to polygamy. Edwin Moats, Robert Sutherland, and several other extremely conservative candidates in this race are not running competitive campaigns. DelBene’s experience and strong track record in her first term make her the clear choice in this race.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Suzan DelBene

    Suzan DelBene won a tough race in 2012 to represent the 1st Congressional District, which reaches from Kirkland to the Canadian border.

    Suzan DelBene won a tough race in 2012 to represent the 1st Congressional District, which reaches from Kirkland to the Canadian border. A former executive at Microsoft and other technology companies, she has used her technology background to become a leader of protecting privacy rights against government surveillance. She has also been a strong advocate for job development, economic fairness, women’s health, and immigration reform. DelBene’s top challenger is Pedro Celis, a Republican and retired Microsoft engineer who was a leader for the George W. Bush re-election effort in 2004. Celis recently earned national attention by making unfortunate comments comparing gay marriage to polygamy. Edwin Moats, Robert Sutherland, and several other extremely conservative candidates in this race are not running competitive campaigns. DelBene’s experience and strong track record in her first term make her the clear choice in this race.

    Suzan DelBene

    Suzan DelBene won a tough race in 2012 to represent the 1st Congressional District, which reaches from Kirkland to the Canadian border.

7th Congressional District

U.S. Representative

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    Democrat

    Jim McDermott

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  • Rep. Jim McDermott has represented the 7th District since 1989 and is a champion of progressive values. McDermott is a member of the Progressive Caucus and serves on the House Ways and Means Committee. A physician by trade, he specializes in health care issues, particularly regarding the international fight against AIDS, his sponsorship of a bill to provide a single payer health care system, and women’s health. He has also been a vocal advocate fighting for working families who have been hurt by Wall Street, as well as fighting for alternative energy, and an official end to the war in Iraq.

    McDermott faces two challengers, neither of whom are compelling: Independent West Seattle lawyer Doug McQuaid, who lost badly in Seattle's mayoral primary in 2013, and perennial candidate GoodSpaceGuy. McDermott deserves your vote.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Jim McDermott

    Rep. Jim McDermott has represented the 7th District since 1989 and is a champion of progressive values. McDermott is a member of the Progressive Caucus and serves on the House Ways and Means Committee.

    Rep. Jim McDermott has represented the 7th District since 1989 and is a champion of progressive values. McDermott is a member of the Progressive Caucus and serves on the House Ways and Means Committee. A physician by trade, he specializes in health care issues, particularly regarding the international fight against AIDS, his sponsorship of a bill to provide a single payer health care system, and women’s health. He has also been a vocal advocate fighting for working families who have been hurt by Wall Street, as well as fighting for alternative energy, and an official end to the war in Iraq.

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

    Jim McDermott

    Rep. Jim McDermott has represented the 7th District since 1989 and is a champion of progressive values. McDermott is a member of the Progressive Caucus and serves on the House Ways and Means Committee.

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

8th Congressional District

U.S. Representative

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    Democrat

    Jason Ritchie

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  • Jason Ritchie is a rising star who is running an energetic campaign to defeat incumbent Dave Reichert. Ritchie started a business remodeling homes for the disabled after his father had a stroke and suffered from limited mobility. With a strong commitment to progressive values on issues such as immigration reform, protecting safe and legal access to abortion, and fully funding education, Ritchie would be a welcome change to the district.

    Conservative Republican Dave Reichert has yet to sponsor one piece of legislation that has been passed into law and is an ineffective representative for the district. Ritchie deserves your vote.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Jason Ritchie

    Jason Ritchie is a rising star who is running an energetic campaign to defeat incumbent Dave Reichert. Ritchie started a business remodeling homes for the disabled after his father had a stroke and suffered from limited mobility.

    Jason Ritchie is a rising star who is running an energetic campaign to defeat incumbent Dave Reichert. Ritchie started a business remodeling homes for the disabled after his father had a stroke and suffered from limited mobility. With a strong commitment to progressive values on issues such as immigration reform, protecting safe and legal access to abortion, and fully funding education, Ritchie would be a welcome change to the district.

    Conservative Republican Dave Reichert has yet to sponsor one piece of legislation that has been passed into law and is an ineffective representative for the district. Ritchie deserves your vote.

    Jason Ritchie

    Jason Ritchie is a rising star who is running an energetic campaign to defeat incumbent Dave Reichert. Ritchie started a business remodeling homes for the disabled after his father had a stroke and suffered from limited mobility.

    • Endorsed By: The Stranger, United Food and Commercial Workers International Union, Washington State Labor Council, 5th, 25th, 31st, and 33rd District Democrats, Pierce County Democrats, Young Democrats of Washington, King County Young Democrats

9th Congressional District

U.S. Representative

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    Democrat

    Adam Smith

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  • Representative Adam Smith has served in the U.S. House since 1997. Smith is a moderate Democrat who has been a reliable vote on progressive issues, including marriage equality and eliminating Don’t Ask, Don't Tell. Smith is also in favor of more progressive taxation and immigration reform. Smith has worked hard to connect with and represent his new constituents after this district changed considerably in the redistricting process. He continues to be an advocate for greater equality, and fought House Republicans' efforts to slash food stamps in the most recent farm bill.

    Three opponents have thrown their hat in the ring against Smith. Though none of them are running competitive campaigns, progressive Democrat Don Rivers has an impressive platform. However, Smith’s track record has earned him the support of major progressive organizations in this race.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Adam Smith

    Representative Adam Smith has served in the U.S. House since 1997. Smith is a moderate Democrat who has been a reliable vote on progressive issues, including marriage equality and eliminating Don’t Ask, Don't Tell. Smith is also in favor of more progressive taxation and immigration reform.

    Representative Adam Smith has served in the U.S. House since 1997. Smith is a moderate Democrat who has been a reliable vote on progressive issues, including marriage equality and eliminating Don’t Ask, Don't Tell. Smith is also in favor of more progressive taxation and immigration reform. Smith has worked hard to connect with and represent his new constituents after this district changed considerably in the redistricting process. He continues to be an advocate for greater equality, and fought House Republicans' efforts to slash food stamps in the most recent farm bill.

    Three opponents have thrown their hat in the ring against Smith. Though none of them are running competitive campaigns, progressive Democrat Don Rivers has an impressive platform. However, Smith’s track record has earned him the support of major progressive organizations in this race.

    Adam Smith

    Representative Adam Smith has served in the U.S. House since 1997. Smith is a moderate Democrat who has been a reliable vote on progressive issues, including marriage equality and eliminating Don’t Ask, Don't Tell. Smith is also in favor of more progressive taxation and immigration reform.

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

Legislative Races

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

1st Legislative District

State Representative, Position #1

State Representative, Position #2

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    Democrat

    Luis Moscoso

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  • Representative Luis Moscoso has more than 30 years experience serving as a labor leader and community organizer. He distinguished himself as a progressive champion for education, racial equity, and preventing deeper budget cuts. His opponents include Democrat Dave Griffin and Republican Edward Barton, both of whom are not running effective campaigns. Moscoso is a rising star in the Legislature and deserves another term.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Luis Moscoso

    Representative Luis Moscoso has more than 30 years

    experience serving as a labor leader and community organizer. He distinguished

    himself as a progressive champion for education, racial equity, and preventing

    deeper budget cuts.

    Representative Luis Moscoso has more than 30 years experience serving as a labor leader and community organizer. He distinguished himself as a progressive champion for education, racial equity, and preventing deeper budget cuts. His opponents include Democrat Dave Griffin and Republican Edward Barton, both of whom are not running effective campaigns. Moscoso is a rising star in the Legislature and deserves another term.

    Luis Moscoso

    Representative Luis Moscoso has more than 30 years

    experience serving as a labor leader and community organizer. He distinguished

    himself as a progressive champion for education, racial equity, and preventing

    deeper budget cuts.

5th Legislative District

State Representative, Position #1

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    Democrat

    Essie Hicks

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  • Essie Hicks is a small business owner who is running to improve our public schools. She currently serves as the Legislative Director for Issaquah Valley Elementary and previously volunteered as a PTA Legislative Liaison. Hicks is challenging conservative Jay Rodne, a socially-conservative hospital lawyer who has been an obstacle to expanding women's health protections. Hicks is the best choice in this race.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Essie Hicks

    Essie Hicks is a small business owner who is running to

    improve our public schools. She currently serves as the Legislative Director for

    Issaquah Valley Elementary and previously volunteered as a PTA Legislative

    Essie Hicks is a small business owner who is running to improve our public schools. She currently serves as the Legislative Director for Issaquah Valley Elementary and previously volunteered as a PTA Legislative Liaison. Hicks is challenging conservative Jay Rodne, a socially-conservative hospital lawyer who has been an obstacle to expanding women's health protections. Hicks is the best choice in this race.

    Essie Hicks

    Essie Hicks is a small business owner who is running to

    improve our public schools. She currently serves as the Legislative Director for

    Issaquah Valley Elementary and previously volunteered as a PTA Legislative

State Representative, Position #2

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    Democrat

    David Spring

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  • David Spring is a teacher at Bellevue Community College and avid outdoorsman who is running for office to increase funding for education. David is a small business owner who has served as a volunteer on the King County and Washington State Planning Commissions. He currently is the leader of the Fair School Funding Coalition, a non-profit advocating for more school funding. His opponent, incumbent Chad Magendanz, is a conservative who has taken thousands of dollars from special interests, including Big Tobacco and Big Pharma. Also in the race is Democrat Colin Alexander, a relatively unknown recent graduate of Central Washington University, and Ryan Dean Burkett, who states no party preference and is not running an effective campaign. Spring is the better choice in this race.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    David Spring

    David Spring is a teacher at Bellevue Community College

    and avid outdoorsman who is running for office to increase funding for

    education. David is a small business owner who has served as a volunteer on the

    David Spring is a teacher at Bellevue Community College and avid outdoorsman who is running for office to increase funding for education. David is a small business owner who has served as a volunteer on the King County and Washington State Planning Commissions. He currently is the leader of the Fair School Funding Coalition, a non-profit advocating for more school funding. His opponent, incumbent Chad Magendanz, is a conservative who has taken thousands of dollars from special interests, including Big Tobacco and Big Pharma. Also in the race is Democrat Colin Alexander, a relatively unknown recent graduate of Central Washington University, and Ryan Dean Burkett, who states no party preference and is not running an effective campaign. Spring is the better choice in this race.

    David Spring

    David Spring is a teacher at Bellevue Community College

    and avid outdoorsman who is running for office to increase funding for

    education. David is a small business owner who has served as a volunteer on the

11th Legislative District

State Representative, Position #1

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    Democrat

    Zack Hudgins

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  • Representative Zack Hudgins is the clear choice of the progressive community for the 11th District. His track record of leadership on behalf of the environment, reproductive and equal rights, labor, and transportation choices make him an excellent candidate for re-election. He is unopposed in this race.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Zack Hudgins

    Representative Zack Hudgins is the clear choice of the

    progressive community for the 11th District. His track record of leadership on

    behalf of the environment, reproductive and equal rights, labor, and

    Representative Zack Hudgins is the clear choice of the progressive community for the 11th District. His track record of leadership on behalf of the environment, reproductive and equal rights, labor, and transportation choices make him an excellent candidate for re-election. He is unopposed in this race.

    Zack Hudgins

    Representative Zack Hudgins is the clear choice of the

    progressive community for the 11th District. His track record of leadership on

    behalf of the environment, reproductive and equal rights, labor, and

State Representative, Position #2

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    Democrat

    Steve Bergquist

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  • Steve Bergquist is a public school teacher, union member, and small business owner. As a member of the House Education Committee, Steve was a great advocate for students and teachers. He is an active community volunteer and coach. Conservative Republican Sarah Sanoy-Wright is challenging him once again. Bergquist is the best choice in this race.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Steve Bergquist

    Steve Bergquist is a public school teacher, union

    member, and small business owner. As a member of the House Education Committee,

    Steve was a great advocate for students and teachers. He is an active community

    Steve Bergquist is a public school teacher, union member, and small business owner. As a member of the House Education Committee, Steve was a great advocate for students and teachers. He is an active community volunteer and coach. Conservative Republican Sarah Sanoy-Wright is challenging him once again. Bergquist is the best choice in this race.

    Steve Bergquist

    Steve Bergquist is a public school teacher, union

    member, and small business owner. As a member of the House Education Committee,

    Steve was a great advocate for students and teachers. He is an active community

12th Legislative District

State Representative, Position #1

No Good Choices

There is no good candidate in this race. Cary Condotta is a conservative who is running unopposed. If you are interested in running for office in the future, please contact our friends at Progressive Majority.

Cary Condotta

There is no good candidate in this race. Cary Condotta

is a conservative who is running unopposed. If you are interested in running for

office in the future, please contact our friends at Progressive Majority.

State Representative, Position #2

No Good Choices

There is no good candidate in this race. Brad Hawkins is a conservative who is running unopposed. If you are interested in running for office in the future, please contact our friends at Progressive Majority.

Brad Hawkins

There is no good candidate in this race. Brad Hawkins is

a conservative who is running unopposed. If you are interested in running for

office in the future, please contact our friends at Progressive Majority.

30th Legislative District

State Senator

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    Democrat

    Shari Song

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

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

    Shari Song

    Shari Song is long time community leader and realtor.

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

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

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

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

    Shari Song

    Shari Song is long time community leader and realtor.

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

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

State Representative, Position #1

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    Democrat

    Greg Baruso

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

    Greg Baruso

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

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

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

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

    Greg Baruso

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

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

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

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

State Representative, Position #2

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    Democrat

    Roger Freeman

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

    Roger Freeman

    Moderate Democrat Roger Freeman has been a solid

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

    defender and Federal Way City Councilmember sponsored bills that protect police

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

    Roger Freeman

    Moderate Democrat Roger Freeman has been a solid

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

    defender and Federal Way City Councilmember sponsored bills that protect police

31st Legislative District

State Senator

No Good Choices

There are no good candidates in this race. Pam Roach is extremely conservative and very volatile. She has been banned from her caucus for abusing fellow legislators and has been censured for abusing staff. She also isn't afraid to buck her party on some occasions and has been good on some labor issues, which has earned her support from several labor unions. Her Democratic opponent, Lynda Messner, is also quite conservative and has made controversial remarks against immigrants and President Obama. The other Republican in this race, Cathy Dalquist, has been a consistently conservative vote and an obstacle to progress in the House.

If you are interested in running for office in this district in the future, please contact our friends at Progressive Majority Washington.

Pam Roach

There are no good candidates in this race. Pam Roach is

extremely conservative and very volatile. She has been banned from her caucus

for abusing fellow legislators and has been censured for abusing staff. She

State Representative, Position #1

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    Democrat

    Mike Sando

    Website Facebook
  • Mike Sando is a teacher in Enumclaw who serves on the Enumclaw Planning Commission and City Council. As a teacher, he says he is committed to ensuring Washington's public schools are fully-funded. This seat is open after Cathy Dalquist decided to challenge Pam Roach for Senate. Two other candidates, Republican Drew Stokesbary and Independent Democrat Jonathon Dunn, do not bring the breadth of experience to this race that Sando does.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Mike Sando

    Mike Sando is a teacher in Enumclaw who serves on the

    Enumclaw Planning Commission and City Council. As a teacher, he says he is

    committed to ensuring Washington's public schools are fully-funded. This seat is

    Mike Sando is a teacher in Enumclaw who serves on the Enumclaw Planning Commission and City Council. As a teacher, he says he is committed to ensuring Washington's public schools are fully-funded. This seat is open after Cathy Dalquist decided to challenge Pam Roach for Senate. Two other candidates, Republican Drew Stokesbary and Independent Democrat Jonathon Dunn, do not bring the breadth of experience to this race that Sando does.

    Mike Sando

    Mike Sando is a teacher in Enumclaw who serves on the

    Enumclaw Planning Commission and City Council. As a teacher, he says he is

    committed to ensuring Washington's public schools are fully-funded. This seat is

State Representative, Position #2

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    Democrat

    Christopher Hurst

  • Representative Christopher Hurst calls himself an "independent Democrat" to broadcast his conservative values. Hurst has a rather conservative voting record on environmental issues, transit, and taxes. He also voted against marriage equality and as Chair of the Public Safety committee didn't allow a vote on marijuana legalization. Unfortunately, Hurst's opponent, Independent Republican Phil Fortunato, is not running a competitive campaign. Hurst is a better choice in this race between conservative candidates.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Christopher Hurst

    Representative Christopher Hurst calls himself an

    "independent Democrat" to broadcast his conservative values. Hurst has a

    rather conservative voting record on environmental issues, transit, and taxes.

    Representative Christopher Hurst calls himself an "independent Democrat" to broadcast his conservative values. Hurst has a rather conservative voting record on environmental issues, transit, and taxes. He also voted against marriage equality and as Chair of the Public Safety committee didn't allow a vote on marijuana legalization. Unfortunately, Hurst's opponent, Independent Republican Phil Fortunato, is not running a competitive campaign. Hurst is a better choice in this race between conservative candidates.

    Christopher Hurst

    Representative Christopher Hurst calls himself an

    "independent Democrat" to broadcast his conservative values. Hurst has a

    rather conservative voting record on environmental issues, transit, and taxes.

32nd Legislative District

State Senator

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    Democrat

    Maralyn Chase

    Website Endorsements
  • Maralyn Chase has been a longtime advocate for progressive causes. She has the backing of labor, environmental advocates, pro-choice groups, and the social justice community. Her opponents are Democratic Shoreline City Councilman Chris Eggen and Republican Robert Reedy, who has previously lost campaigns for state representative, Snohomish County Council, and Mountlake Terrace City Council. Much of the district is new since Chase won election in 2010 due to redistricting. Eggen says he is running because the district needs leadership that not only stands for progressive values but that can build consensus and get results on issues important to its residents. As a Shoreline Councilman, he has advocated for sustainable budgets that protect services for the vulnerable and protected parks and open spaces. However, Chase has earned the support of progressive groups and deserves your vote.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Maralyn Chase

    Maralyn Chase has been a longtime advocate for

    progressive causes. She has the backing of labor, environmental advocates,

    pro-choice groups, and the social justice community.

    Her opponents are

    Maralyn Chase has been a longtime advocate for progressive causes. She has the backing of labor, environmental advocates, pro-choice groups, and the social justice community. Her opponents are Democratic Shoreline City Councilman Chris Eggen and Republican Robert Reedy, who has previously lost campaigns for state representative, Snohomish County Council, and Mountlake Terrace City Council. Much of the district is new since Chase won election in 2010 due to redistricting. Eggen says he is running because the district needs leadership that not only stands for progressive values but that can build consensus and get results on issues important to its residents. As a Shoreline Councilman, he has advocated for sustainable budgets that protect services for the vulnerable and protected parks and open spaces. However, Chase has earned the support of progressive groups and deserves your vote.

    Maralyn Chase

    Maralyn Chase has been a longtime advocate for

    progressive causes. She has the backing of labor, environmental advocates,

    pro-choice groups, and the social justice community.

    Her opponents are

    • Endorsed By: American Federation of Teachers - WA, Washington Conservation Action, Sierra Club, National Women's Political Caucus of WA, Washington State Labor Council, Service Employees International Union, Teamsters Joint Council 28, Pro-Choice Washington, Planned Parenthood Alliance Advocates, Washington Education Association, AFSCME, League of Humane Voters, Washington Alliance for Humane Legislation, Seattle Gay News, King County Democrats, King County Young Democrats, Snohomish County Democrats, Young Democrats of Washington State, 32nd Legislative District Democrats

State Representative, Position #1

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    Democrat

    Cindy Ryu

    Website Facebook Endorsements
  • Representative Cindy Ryu has already developed a strong progressive record in the Legislature. She is the first Korean-American woman to serve in the Washington Legislature and she has earned the endorsements of numerous Democratic, pro-choice, and labor organizations. She is the former Mayor of Shoreline and she wants to reduce the state's reliance on sales and property tax, create a high earners tax, and phase out the state's B&O tax. Ryu is running unopposed.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Cindy Ryu

    Representative Cindy Ryu has already developed a strong

    progressive record in the Legislature. She is the first Korean-American woman to

    serve in the Washington Legislature and she has earned the endorsements of

    Representative Cindy Ryu has already developed a strong progressive record in the Legislature. She is the first Korean-American woman to serve in the Washington Legislature and she has earned the endorsements of numerous Democratic, pro-choice, and labor organizations. She is the former Mayor of Shoreline and she wants to reduce the state's reliance on sales and property tax, create a high earners tax, and phase out the state's B&O tax. Ryu is running unopposed.

    Cindy Ryu

    Representative Cindy Ryu has already developed a strong

    progressive record in the Legislature. She is the first Korean-American woman to

    serve in the Washington Legislature and she has earned the endorsements of

State Representative, Position #2

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    Democrat

    Ruth Kagi

    Website Facebook Endorsements
  • Representative Ruth Kagi serves as the Chair of the Early Learning Committee. Kagi has a strong progressive track record and prioritizes education and child welfare issues. She passed bills to fund preschool programs and refocus welfare funds for parents actively seeking jobs. She's voted for marriage equality and received an "Outstanding" grade from the Municipal League. Her opponent, Alvin Rutledge, is a perpetual candidate who is not running a competitive campaign. Overall, Kagi's record on education and social services make her the best choice for the 32nd District.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Ruth Kagi

    Representative Ruth Kagi serves as the Chair of the

    Early Learning Committee. Kagi has a strong progressive track record and

    prioritizes education and child welfare issues. She passed bills to fund

    Representative Ruth Kagi serves as the Chair of the Early Learning Committee. Kagi has a strong progressive track record and prioritizes education and child welfare issues. She passed bills to fund preschool programs and refocus welfare funds for parents actively seeking jobs. She's voted for marriage equality and received an "Outstanding" grade from the Municipal League. Her opponent, Alvin Rutledge, is a perpetual candidate who is not running a competitive campaign. Overall, Kagi's record on education and social services make her the best choice for the 32nd District.

    Ruth Kagi

    Representative Ruth Kagi serves as the Chair of the

    Early Learning Committee. Kagi has a strong progressive track record and

    prioritizes education and child welfare issues. She passed bills to fund

33rd Legislative District

State Senator

State Representative, Position #1

State Representative, Position #2

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    Democrat

    Mia Su-Ling Gregerson

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

    Former SeaTac City Councilwoman Mia Su-Ling Gregerson

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

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

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

    Mia Su-Ling Gregerson

    Former SeaTac City Councilwoman Mia Su-Ling Gregerson

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

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

34th Legislative District

State Senator

State Representative, Position #1

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    Democrat

    Eileen Cody

    Website
  • Representative Eileen Cody is the Chair of the Health and Wellness Committee and a leading advocate for reproductive freedom and addressing mental health. She worked on the Reproductive Parity Act and a bill that would end tax loopholes for corporate jets, big banks, and a dirty coal- fired power plant in order to fund basic health care. Cody is running unopposed and deserves your vote.
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    Eileen Cody

    Representative Eileen Cody is the Chair of the Health

    and Wellness Committee and a leading advocate for reproductive freedom and

    addressing mental health. She worked on the Reproductive Parity Act and a bill

    Representative Eileen Cody is the Chair of the Health and Wellness Committee and a leading advocate for reproductive freedom and addressing mental health. She worked on the Reproductive Parity Act and a bill that would end tax loopholes for corporate jets, big banks, and a dirty coal- fired power plant in order to fund basic health care. Cody is running unopposed and deserves your vote.

    Eileen Cody

    Representative Eileen Cody is the Chair of the Health

    and Wellness Committee and a leading advocate for reproductive freedom and

    addressing mental health. She worked on the Reproductive Parity Act and a bill

State Representative, Position #2

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    Democrat

    Joe Fitzgibbon

    Website Facebook
  • Joe Fitzgibbon is a progressive star in the legislature and a real leader on conservation issues as the Chair of the House Environment Committee. He supports progressive tax reform, expanding transit, protecting the environment, and making it easier to participate in politics. He championed a plan to help fund our schools through a price on carbon pollution. His opponent, Democrat Brendan Kolding, is running on a platform of education reform. However, Fitzgibbon's smart and effective leadership and endorsements from a wide variety of progressive advocates make him the best choice in this race.
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    Joe Fitzgibbon

    Joe Fitzgibbon is a progressive star in the legislature

    and a real leader on conservation issues as the Chair of the House Environment

    Committee. He supports progressive tax reform, expanding transit, protecting the

    Joe Fitzgibbon is a progressive star in the legislature and a real leader on conservation issues as the Chair of the House Environment Committee. He supports progressive tax reform, expanding transit, protecting the environment, and making it easier to participate in politics. He championed a plan to help fund our schools through a price on carbon pollution. His opponent, Democrat Brendan Kolding, is running on a platform of education reform. However, Fitzgibbon's smart and effective leadership and endorsements from a wide variety of progressive advocates make him the best choice in this race.

    Joe Fitzgibbon

    Joe Fitzgibbon is a progressive star in the legislature

    and a real leader on conservation issues as the Chair of the House Environment

    Committee. He supports progressive tax reform, expanding transit, protecting the

    • Endorsed By: American Federation of Teachers - WA, Progressive Majority WA, Washington Conservation Action, Sierra Club, Fuse, The Stranger, Washington State Labor Council, Service Employees International Union, Teamsters Joint Council 28, UFCW 3000, Pro-Choice Washington, Planned Parenthood Alliance Advocates, Washington Education Association, Sierra Club, Seattle Firefighters, Burien Firefighters, Young Democrats of Washington, 34th Legislative District Democrats

36th Legislative District

State Senator

State Representative, Position #1

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    Democrat

    Reuven Carlyle

    Website Facebook
  • Representative Reuven Carlyle is a solid progressive on social, fiscal, and environmental issues but is more moderate on labor issues. Carlyle is a wireless and software entrepreneur who has used this experience to create green jobs. He also focused on legislation that would reform our state's outdated tax exemption system and make it easier to end unjust tax loopholes. Carlyle's opponent, Leslie Klein of the Republicanspirit Party, is a fringe candidate who is not running a credible campaign.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Reuven Carlyle

    Representative Reuven Carlyle is a solid progressive on

    social, fiscal, and environmental issues but is more moderate on labor issues.

    Carlyle is a wireless and software entrepreneur who has used this experience to

    Representative Reuven Carlyle is a solid progressive on social, fiscal, and environmental issues but is more moderate on labor issues. Carlyle is a wireless and software entrepreneur who has used this experience to create green jobs. He also focused on legislation that would reform our state's outdated tax exemption system and make it easier to end unjust tax loopholes. Carlyle's opponent, Leslie Klein of the Republicanspirit Party, is a fringe candidate who is not running a credible campaign.

    Reuven Carlyle

    Representative Reuven Carlyle is a solid progressive on

    social, fiscal, and environmental issues but is more moderate on labor issues.

    Carlyle is a wireless and software entrepreneur who has used this experience to

State Representative, Position #2

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    Democrat

    Gael Tarleton

    Website Facebook Endorsements
  • Gael Tarleton has been a strong advocate for environmental causes such as Governor Jay Inslee's initiative to reduce carbon pollution. She sponsored bills during her first term in the House to strengthen the maritime industry, protect the environment, and improve access to health care. Her opponent, Paul Addis, is not running an effective campaign. Tarleton deserves your vote.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Gael Tarleton

    Gael Tarleton has been a strong advocate for

    environmental causes such as Governor Jay Inslee's initiative to reduce carbon

    pollution. She sponsored bills during her first term in the House to strengthen

    Gael Tarleton has been a strong advocate for environmental causes such as Governor Jay Inslee's initiative to reduce carbon pollution. She sponsored bills during her first term in the House to strengthen the maritime industry, protect the environment, and improve access to health care. Her opponent, Paul Addis, is not running an effective campaign. Tarleton deserves your vote.

    Gael Tarleton

    Gael Tarleton has been a strong advocate for

    environmental causes such as Governor Jay Inslee's initiative to reduce carbon

    pollution. She sponsored bills during her first term in the House to strengthen

37th Legislative District

State Senator

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    Democrat

    Pramila Jayapal

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

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

    Pramila Jayapal

    Pramila Jayapal is running for state Senate and has a

    long track record of progressive civic leadership on immigration reform,

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

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

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

    Pramila Jayapal

    Pramila Jayapal is running for state Senate and has a

    long track record of progressive civic leadership on immigration reform,

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

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

State Representative, Position #1

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    Democrat

    Sharon Tomiko Santos

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

    Sharon Tomiko Santos

    Representative Sharon Tomiko Santos is a moderate

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

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

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

    Sharon Tomiko Santos

    Representative Sharon Tomiko Santos is a moderate

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

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

State Representative, Position #2

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    Democrat

    Eric Pettigrew

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

    Eric Pettigrew

    Representative Eric Pettigrew is the Majority Caucus

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

    Progressives are sometimes surprised to find him uncommitted to working family

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

    Eric Pettigrew

    Representative Eric Pettigrew is the Majority Caucus

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

    Progressives are sometimes surprised to find him uncommitted to working family

41st Legislative District

State Representative, Position #1

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    Democrat

    Tana Senn

    Website Facebook Endorsements
  • Tana Senn is a newcomer to the House after longtime representative Marcie Maxwell stepped down. Senn, a former Mercer Island Councilmember, was appointed to the state Legislature in 2013 by a unanimous vote of the Republicans and Democrats on the King County Council. Senn has been a strong education advocate and sponsored a bill to help low-income students access early learning programs. As the vice chair of the House Environment Committee, Senn also supported legislation to protect our communities from the increasing amount of oil transported across the state as well as ending the use of toxics in baby pads and household furniture. Senn's opponent, Bill Stinson, is a 20-year-old sophomore political science major at the University of Washington who worked on the Ron Paul campaign in 2012. Unlike Paul, Stinson considers himself both pro-choice and pro-LGBTQ equality. While Stinson offers some excitement for the future of the Republican Party, Senn's experience and bipartisan support make her the best choice in this race.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Tana Senn

    Tana Senn is a newcomer to the House after longtime

    representative Marcie Maxwell stepped down. Senn, a former Mercer Island

    Councilmember, was appointed to the state Legislature in 2013 by a unanimous

    Tana Senn is a newcomer to the House after longtime representative Marcie Maxwell stepped down. Senn, a former Mercer Island Councilmember, was appointed to the state Legislature in 2013 by a unanimous vote of the Republicans and Democrats on the King County Council. Senn has been a strong education advocate and sponsored a bill to help low-income students access early learning programs. As the vice chair of the House Environment Committee, Senn also supported legislation to protect our communities from the increasing amount of oil transported across the state as well as ending the use of toxics in baby pads and household furniture. Senn's opponent, Bill Stinson, is a 20-year-old sophomore political science major at the University of Washington who worked on the Ron Paul campaign in 2012. Unlike Paul, Stinson considers himself both pro-choice and pro-LGBTQ equality. While Stinson offers some excitement for the future of the Republican Party, Senn's experience and bipartisan support make her the best choice in this race.

    Tana Senn

    Tana Senn is a newcomer to the House after longtime

    representative Marcie Maxwell stepped down. Senn, a former Mercer Island

    Councilmember, was appointed to the state Legislature in 2013 by a unanimous

State Representative, Position #2

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    Democrat

    Judy Clibborn

    Website Facebook Endorsements
  • Representative Judy Clibborn is a moderate Democrat who chairs the House Transportation Committee. Clibborn is progressive on social issues and has stood up for marriage equality and women's health. She created jobs through investments in infrastructure, and supported legislation to crack down on drunk driving. Her opponent, Alex O'Neil, states no party preference and is not running a credible campaign.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Judy Clibborn

    Representative Judy Clibborn is a moderate Democrat who

    chairs the House Transportation Committee. Clibborn is progressive on social

    issues and has stood up for marriage equality and women's health. She created

    Representative Judy Clibborn is a moderate Democrat who chairs the House Transportation Committee. Clibborn is progressive on social issues and has stood up for marriage equality and women's health. She created jobs through investments in infrastructure, and supported legislation to crack down on drunk driving. Her opponent, Alex O'Neil, states no party preference and is not running a credible campaign.

    Judy Clibborn

    Representative Judy Clibborn is a moderate Democrat who

    chairs the House Transportation Committee. Clibborn is progressive on social

    issues and has stood up for marriage equality and women's health. She created

    • Endorsed By: Children's Campaign Fund, Washington Conservation Action, Sierra Club, National Women's Political Caucus of WA, The Stranger, Washington State Labor Council, Pro-Choice Washington, Planned Parenthood Alliance Advocates, King County Democrats, King County Labor Council, King County Young Democrats, Young Democrats of Washington State, 41st Legislative District Democrats

43rd Legislative District

State Senator

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    Democrat

    Jamie Pedersen

    Website Facebook Endorsements
  • Jamie Pedersen has worked hard for education funding, LGBT civil rights, reproductive freedom, the Voting Rights Act to ensure fair elections for all, transportation funding, and access to health care. Pedersen is running unopposed for state Senate after being appointed in 2013 to fill Ed Murray's seat when he was elected Mayor of Seattle. Pedersen has earned your vote.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Jamie Pedersen

    Jamie Pedersen has worked hard for education funding,

    LGBT civil rights, reproductive freedom, the Voting Rights Act to ensure fair

    elections for all, transportation funding, and access to health care. Pedersen

    Jamie Pedersen has worked hard for education funding, LGBT civil rights, reproductive freedom, the Voting Rights Act to ensure fair elections for all, transportation funding, and access to health care. Pedersen is running unopposed for state Senate after being appointed in 2013 to fill Ed Murray's seat when he was elected Mayor of Seattle. Pedersen has earned your vote.

    Jamie Pedersen

    Jamie Pedersen has worked hard for education funding,

    LGBT civil rights, reproductive freedom, the Voting Rights Act to ensure fair

    elections for all, transportation funding, and access to health care. Pedersen

State Representative, Position #1

State Representative, Position #2

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    Democrat

    Frank Chopp

    Website Facebook
  • Speaker of the House Frank Chopp has established an impressive track record as a strong advocate and effective leader on a wide range of progressive issues. He has played a critical role in helping prevent even more destructive budget cuts to essential investments in health care, housing, and social services during the economic downturn. It is because of Chopp's leadership skills and unwavering dedication to progressive values that the legislature was able to protect workers and fend off Republicans' call for more draconian cuts to essential public services.

    Chopp is being challenged by Socialist Alternative candidate Jess Spear, a climate scientist and organizer who helped lead the grassroots campaign for a $15-an-hour minimum wage. Spear is a strong advocate for taxing the rich to fund education, fighting climate change, and rent control. However, most progressive organizations are supporting Chopp because of his strong and consistent leadership. Chopp has earned your vote.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Frank Chopp

    Speaker of the House Frank Chopp has established an

    impressive track record as a strong advocate and effective leader on a wide

    range of progressive issues. He has played a critical role in helping prevent

    Speaker of the House Frank Chopp has established an impressive track record as a strong advocate and effective leader on a wide range of progressive issues. He has played a critical role in helping prevent even more destructive budget cuts to essential investments in health care, housing, and social services during the economic downturn. It is because of Chopp's leadership skills and unwavering dedication to progressive values that the legislature was able to protect workers and fend off Republicans' call for more draconian cuts to essential public services.

    Chopp is being challenged by Socialist Alternative candidate Jess Spear, a climate scientist and organizer who helped lead the grassroots campaign for a $15-an-hour minimum wage. Spear is a strong advocate for taxing the rich to fund education, fighting climate change, and rent control. However, most progressive organizations are supporting Chopp because of his strong and consistent leadership. Chopp has earned your vote.

    Frank Chopp

    Speaker of the House Frank Chopp has established an

    impressive track record as a strong advocate and effective leader on a wide

    range of progressive issues. He has played a critical role in helping prevent

45th Legislative District

State Senator

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    Democrat

    Matt Isenhower

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  • Matt Isenhower is a former naval officer and Harvard MBA who most recently resigned from Amazon.com to run for state Senate. Isenhower’s top priority is to increase education funding to meet our constitutional responsibility to our schools and reduce class sizes. He is a strong supporter of women’s health protections and gun safety legislation. Isenhower is challenging Republican Sen. Andy Hill. As the Senate Republican budget writer, Hill failed to close a single one of the 650 tax loopholes on the books in 2014. Instead, he proposed opening 18 new loopholes and fell far short of meeting the state Supreme Court’s mandate to fund education. Hill even opposed closing the Big Oil tax loophole, which would have devoted tens of millions of dollars to our kids’ classrooms. Isenhower is the best choice in this race.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Matt Isenhower

    Matt Isenhower is a former naval officer and Harvard MBA

    who most recently resigned from Amazon.com to run for state Senate. Isenhower’s

    top priority is to increase education funding to meet our constitutional

    Matt Isenhower is a former naval officer and Harvard MBA who most recently resigned from Amazon.com to run for state Senate. Isenhower’s top priority is to increase education funding to meet our constitutional responsibility to our schools and reduce class sizes. He is a strong supporter of women’s health protections and gun safety legislation. Isenhower is challenging Republican Sen. Andy Hill. As the Senate Republican budget writer, Hill failed to close a single one of the 650 tax loopholes on the books in 2014. Instead, he proposed opening 18 new loopholes and fell far short of meeting the state Supreme Court’s mandate to fund education. Hill even opposed closing the Big Oil tax loophole, which would have devoted tens of millions of dollars to our kids’ classrooms. Isenhower is the best choice in this race.

    Matt Isenhower

    Matt Isenhower is a former naval officer and Harvard MBA

    who most recently resigned from Amazon.com to run for state Senate. Isenhower’s

    top priority is to increase education funding to meet our constitutional

    • Endorsed By: American Federation of Teachers - WA, Washington Conservation Action, Sierra Club, Fuse, APACE, The Stranger, Washington State Labor Council, SEIU Local 925, SEIU Healthcare 1199NW, Teamsters Joint Council 28, UFCW 3000, Pro-Choice Washington, Planned Parenthood Alliance Advocates, Bellevue Firefighters, VoteVetsPAC, 45th District Democrats, King County Democrats, Young Democrats of Washington, King County Young Democrats, Snohomish County Young Democrats

State Representative, Position #1

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    Democrat

    Roger Goodman

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  • Representative Roger Goodman has been one of the most effective progressive leaders in Olympia. He has helped expand early childhood education, fund local high-tech education, and strengthen our economy with investments in family-wage jobs. Goodman brings considerable professional experience to his work, including his legal practice, serving in federal and state government positions, and working in the non-profit world. Goodman's opponent, Joel Hussey, is a far-right aircraft leasing executive with no record of public service. Hussey, who also ran and lost in 2012, is again backed by a variety of corporate special interests and Tea Party activists. Goodman's experience, values, and deep knowledge of public policy make him the overwhelming choice in this race.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Roger Goodman

    Representative Roger Goodman has been one of the most

    effective progressive leaders in Olympia. He has helped expand early childhood

    education, fund local high-tech education, and strengthen our economy with

    Representative Roger Goodman has been one of the most effective progressive leaders in Olympia. He has helped expand early childhood education, fund local high-tech education, and strengthen our economy with investments in family-wage jobs. Goodman brings considerable professional experience to his work, including his legal practice, serving in federal and state government positions, and working in the non-profit world. Goodman's opponent, Joel Hussey, is a far-right aircraft leasing executive with no record of public service. Hussey, who also ran and lost in 2012, is again backed by a variety of corporate special interests and Tea Party activists. Goodman's experience, values, and deep knowledge of public policy make him the overwhelming choice in this race.

    Roger Goodman

    Representative Roger Goodman has been one of the most

    effective progressive leaders in Olympia. He has helped expand early childhood

    education, fund local high-tech education, and strengthen our economy with

State Representative, Position #2

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    Democrat

    Larry Springer

    Website Facebook Endorsements
  • Representative Larry Springer is a small business owner and moderate Democrat who prioritizes education. He is progressive on social issues and more conservative on environmental and labor issues. He has also supported several higher education bills. His opponent, Brendan Woodard, is a conservative political newcomer who does not have the same support. Springer is the best choice in this race.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Larry Springer

    Representative Larry Springer is a small business owner

    and moderate Democrat who prioritizes education. He is progressive on social

    issues and more conservative on environmental and labor issues. He has also

    Representative Larry Springer is a small business owner and moderate Democrat who prioritizes education. He is progressive on social issues and more conservative on environmental and labor issues. He has also supported several higher education bills. His opponent, Brendan Woodard, is a conservative political newcomer who does not have the same support. Springer is the best choice in this race.

    Larry Springer

    Representative Larry Springer is a small business owner

    and moderate Democrat who prioritizes education. He is progressive on social

    issues and more conservative on environmental and labor issues. He has also

46th Legislative District

State Senator

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    Democrat

    David Frockt

    Website Facebook Endorsements
  • Senator David Frockt has established himself as a strong progressive champion in the Senate and has earned the endorsements of numerous progressive organizations. Frockt is a champion for equality who has fought for bills that help tenants, higher education, women's health, and transportation. His opponent, Republican Van Sperry, is not running a competitive campaign. Frockt is a great progressive senator who definitely deserves our support.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    David Frockt

    Senator David Frockt has established himself as a strong

    progressive champion in the Senate and has earned the endorsements of numerous

    progressive organizations. Frockt is a champion for equality who has fought for

    Senator David Frockt has established himself as a strong progressive champion in the Senate and has earned the endorsements of numerous progressive organizations. Frockt is a champion for equality who has fought for bills that help tenants, higher education, women's health, and transportation. His opponent, Republican Van Sperry, is not running a competitive campaign. Frockt is a great progressive senator who definitely deserves our support.

    David Frockt

    Senator David Frockt has established himself as a strong

    progressive champion in the Senate and has earned the endorsements of numerous

    progressive organizations. Frockt is a champion for equality who has fought for

State Representative, Position #1

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    Democrat

    Gerry Pollet

    Website Facebook Endorsements
  • Gerry Pollet was appointed to the House of Representatives in 2011. Pollet is the Executive Director of Heart of America Northwest, a group devoted to cleaning up the Hanford Nuclear Reservation. Pollet is a strong, reliable vote for protecting the environment and has become an education champion through his bill to lower class sizes and his position as vice chair of the House Higher Education Committee. Pollet is running unopposed and deserves your vote.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Gerry Pollet

    Gerry Pollet was appointed to the House of

    Representatives in 2011. Pollet is the Executive Director of Heart of America

    Northwest, a group devoted to cleaning up the Hanford Nuclear Reservation.

    Gerry Pollet was appointed to the House of Representatives in 2011. Pollet is the Executive Director of Heart of America Northwest, a group devoted to cleaning up the Hanford Nuclear Reservation. Pollet is a strong, reliable vote for protecting the environment and has become an education champion through his bill to lower class sizes and his position as vice chair of the House Higher Education Committee. Pollet is running unopposed and deserves your vote.

    Gerry Pollet

    Gerry Pollet was appointed to the House of

    Representatives in 2011. Pollet is the Executive Director of Heart of America

    Northwest, a group devoted to cleaning up the Hanford Nuclear Reservation.

State Representative, Position #2

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    Democrat

    Jessyn Farrell

    Website Facebook Endorsements
  • Jessyn Farrell has been a strong progressive champion during her first two years in the House. Farrell is a former Executive Director of the Transportation Choices Coalition who has advocated for improving buses, light rail, and other transportation options. She was the prime sponsor of the bill to raise Washington state's minimum wage for working families and also a strong advocate for increased transparency in oil shipments. Farrell's opponent, Republican Branden Curtis, is not running a credible campaign. Jessyn Farrell deserves your vote.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Jessyn Farrell

    Jessyn Farrell has been a strong progressive champion

    during her first two years in the House. Farrell is a former Executive Director

    of the Transportation Choices Coalition who has advocated for improving buses,

    Jessyn Farrell has been a strong progressive champion during her first two years in the House. Farrell is a former Executive Director of the Transportation Choices Coalition who has advocated for improving buses, light rail, and other transportation options. She was the prime sponsor of the bill to raise Washington state's minimum wage for working families and also a strong advocate for increased transparency in oil shipments. Farrell's opponent, Republican Branden Curtis, is not running a credible campaign. Jessyn Farrell deserves your vote.

    Jessyn Farrell

    Jessyn Farrell has been a strong progressive champion

    during her first two years in the House. Farrell is a former Executive Director

    of the Transportation Choices Coalition who has advocated for improving buses,

47th Legislative District

State Senator

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    Democrat

    Carol Barber

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  • Carol Barber is a small business owner who is running to fight for a living wage for working families and access to better jobs. She is progressive on a broad range of issues and has also been a leader with the 47th District Democrats. Unfortunately, Barber is not doing any fundraising. Her opponent is Joe Fain, a moderate Republican. To his credit, Fain has earned a few progressive endorsements by supporting both marriage equality and the Dream Act. However, Fain has chosen to stand with his extremely conservative Republican caucus on most issues, blocking progress on women’s reproductive health and a transportation package, for example. He also sponsored bills to cut prisoner food benefits and expand dangerous nuclear options. Barber is the best choice in this race.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Carol Barber

    Carol Barber is a small business owner who is running to

    fight for a living wage for working families and access to better jobs. She is

    progressive on a broad range of issues and has also been a leader with the 47th

    Carol Barber is a small business owner who is running to fight for a living wage for working families and access to better jobs. She is progressive on a broad range of issues and has also been a leader with the 47th District Democrats. Unfortunately, Barber is not doing any fundraising. Her opponent is Joe Fain, a moderate Republican. To his credit, Fain has earned a few progressive endorsements by supporting both marriage equality and the Dream Act. However, Fain has chosen to stand with his extremely conservative Republican caucus on most issues, blocking progress on women’s reproductive health and a transportation package, for example. He also sponsored bills to cut prisoner food benefits and expand dangerous nuclear options. Barber is the best choice in this race.

    Carol Barber

    Carol Barber is a small business owner who is running to

    fight for a living wage for working families and access to better jobs. She is

    progressive on a broad range of issues and has also been a leader with the 47th

    • Endorsed By: The Stranger

State Representative, Position #1

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    Democrat

    Chris Barringer

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  • As the Chief of Staff in the King County Sheriff's office, Chris Barringer has been on the front lines of fighting human trafficking, managing large budgets, and providing public accountability. Prior to that, Barringer was the policy lead on several pieces of legislation for the King County Council, including the Council’s Transparency in Taxation initiative and the Safer Neighborhoods Ordinance, both of which were passed unanimously by the Council. His opponent, Rep. Mark Hargrove, is a socially conservative Republican who barely won his seat in 2012. He infamously compared marriage equality to a Jack in the Box commercial in a speech on the House floor. Barringer's background in public safety, strong display of transparency, and policy chops make him a great choice to represent this district.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Chris Barringer

    As the Chief of Staff in the King County Sheriff's

    office, Chris Barringer has been on the front lines of fighting human

    trafficking, managing large budgets, and providing public accountability. Prior

    As the Chief of Staff in the King County Sheriff's office, Chris Barringer has been on the front lines of fighting human trafficking, managing large budgets, and providing public accountability. Prior to that, Barringer was the policy lead on several pieces of legislation for the King County Council, including the Council’s Transparency in Taxation initiative and the Safer Neighborhoods Ordinance, both of which were passed unanimously by the Council. His opponent, Rep. Mark Hargrove, is a socially conservative Republican who barely won his seat in 2012. He infamously compared marriage equality to a Jack in the Box commercial in a speech on the House floor. Barringer's background in public safety, strong display of transparency, and policy chops make him a great choice to represent this district.

    Chris Barringer

    As the Chief of Staff in the King County Sheriff's

    office, Chris Barringer has been on the front lines of fighting human

    trafficking, managing large budgets, and providing public accountability. Prior

State Representative, Position #2

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    Democrat

    Pat Sullivan

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  • Representative Pat Sullivan is the former Mayor of Covington who currently serves as the Democratic Majority Leader. Sullivan is an effective progressive leader who has sponsored bills to invest more in our schools, deliver tax credits to small businesses, and strengthen laws against online predators. Sullivan's opponent, Barry Knowles, is a cookie-cutter Republican who would be an obstacle to progress in Olympia. Sullivan is the clear choice in this race.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Pat Sullivan

    Representative Pat Sullivan is the former Mayor of

    Covington who currently serves as the Democratic Majority Leader. Sullivan is an

    effective progressive leader who has sponsored bills to invest more in our

    Representative Pat Sullivan is the former Mayor of Covington who currently serves as the Democratic Majority Leader. Sullivan is an effective progressive leader who has sponsored bills to invest more in our schools, deliver tax credits to small businesses, and strengthen laws against online predators. Sullivan's opponent, Barry Knowles, is a cookie-cutter Republican who would be an obstacle to progress in Olympia. Sullivan is the clear choice in this race.

    Pat Sullivan

    Representative Pat Sullivan is the former Mayor of

    Covington who currently serves as the Democratic Majority Leader. Sullivan is an

    effective progressive leader who has sponsored bills to invest more in our

48th Legislative District

State Senator

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    Democrat

    Cyrus Habib

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  • Rep. Cyrus Habib recently announced his candidacy for state Senate after Sen. Rodney Tom retired. In his two years in the House, Habib has been a staunch supporter of public education, transit solutions, and gun safety. Habib authored a successful jobs bill to connect entrepreneurs with additional funding options, and has been named one of 12 legislators to watch in the country by Governing Magazine. His opponent, Republican Michelle Darnell, is a Ron Paul supporter who had not actively voted until she got involved in the Occupy Wall Street movement. She does not appear to be running a serious campaign. Habib is the best choice in this race to solve the pressing needs of the Eastside.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Cyrus Habib

    Rep. Cyrus Habib recently announced his candidacy for

    state Senate after Sen. Rodney Tom retired. In his two years in the House, Habib

    has been a staunch supporter of public education, transit solutions, and gun

    Rep. Cyrus Habib recently announced his candidacy for state Senate after Sen. Rodney Tom retired. In his two years in the House, Habib has been a staunch supporter of public education, transit solutions, and gun safety. Habib authored a successful jobs bill to connect entrepreneurs with additional funding options, and has been named one of 12 legislators to watch in the country by Governing Magazine. His opponent, Republican Michelle Darnell, is a Ron Paul supporter who had not actively voted until she got involved in the Occupy Wall Street movement. She does not appear to be running a serious campaign. Habib is the best choice in this race to solve the pressing needs of the Eastside.

    Cyrus Habib

    Rep. Cyrus Habib recently announced his candidacy for

    state Senate after Sen. Rodney Tom retired. In his two years in the House, Habib

    has been a staunch supporter of public education, transit solutions, and gun

State Representative, Position #1

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    Democrat

    Ross Hunter

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  • Representative Ross Hunter serves as the Chair of the powerful House Ways and Means Committee and is a strong and very effective advocate for progressive causes. Hunter has worked incredibly hard to protect education and social services from deeper budget cuts during the economic downturn. Hunter's opponent, Bill Hirt, is a fringe conservative who is focused on stopping light rail. Hunter has earned your vote for re-election.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Ross Hunter

    Representative Ross Hunter serves as the Chair of the

    powerful House Ways and Means Committee and is a strong and very effective

    advocate for progressive causes. Hunter has worked incredibly hard to protect

    Representative Ross Hunter serves as the Chair of the powerful House Ways and Means Committee and is a strong and very effective advocate for progressive causes. Hunter has worked incredibly hard to protect education and social services from deeper budget cuts during the economic downturn. Hunter's opponent, Bill Hirt, is a fringe conservative who is focused on stopping light rail. Hunter has earned your vote for re-election.

    Ross Hunter

    Representative Ross Hunter serves as the Chair of the

    powerful House Ways and Means Committee and is a strong and very effective

    advocate for progressive causes. Hunter has worked incredibly hard to protect

    • Endorsed By: Cascade Bicycle Club, Children's Campaign Fund, Washington Conservation Action, Sierra Club, The Stranger, Washington State Labor Council, SEIU 775, SEIU Healthcare 1199NW, Pro-Choice Washington, Washington Education Association, King County Young Democrats, 48th District Democrats

State Representative, Position #2

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    Democrat

    Joan McBride

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  • Former Kirkland Mayor Joan McBride showed her willingness to fight for progressive values when she challenged then-Sen. Rodney Tom, who stepped down due to family issues. McBride showed her financial discipline in Kirkland during her time as mayor and is a strong supporter of women's health, LGBTQ equality, working transportation options, and Puget Sound cleanup. She is opposed by libertarian Tim Turner, who is not running a credible campaign. McBride deserves your vote.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Joan McBride

    Former Kirkland Mayor Joan McBride showed her

    willingness to fight for progressive values when she challenged then-Sen. Rodney

    Tom, who stepped down due to family issues. McBride showed her financial

    Former Kirkland Mayor Joan McBride showed her willingness to fight for progressive values when she challenged then-Sen. Rodney Tom, who stepped down due to family issues. McBride showed her financial discipline in Kirkland during her time as mayor and is a strong supporter of women's health, LGBTQ equality, working transportation options, and Puget Sound cleanup. She is opposed by libertarian Tim Turner, who is not running a credible campaign. McBride deserves your vote.

    Joan McBride

    Former Kirkland Mayor Joan McBride showed her

    willingness to fight for progressive values when she challenged then-Sen. Rodney

    Tom, who stepped down due to family issues. McBride showed her financial

King County

King County Prosecuting Attorney

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    Republican

    Dan Satterberg

    Website Endorsements
  • King County Prosecutor Dan Satterberg is running unopposed for re-election. Satterberg is a competent prosecutor with broad support. He is a responsible, moderate voice who has endorsed I-594 to require background checks for all gun sales in Washington. He also dismissed all misdemeanor marijuana possessions immediately after voters approved I-502 to legalize marijuana in Washington.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Dan Satterberg

    King County Prosecutor Dan Satterberg is running unopposed for re-election. Satterberg is a competent prosecutor with broad support. He is a responsible, moderate voice who has endorsed I-594 to require background checks for all gun sales in Washington.

    King County Prosecutor Dan Satterberg is running unopposed for re-election. Satterberg is a competent prosecutor with broad support. He is a responsible, moderate voice who has endorsed I-594 to require background checks for all gun sales in Washington. He also dismissed all misdemeanor marijuana possessions immediately after voters approved I-502 to legalize marijuana in Washington.

    Dan Satterberg

    King County Prosecutor Dan Satterberg is running unopposed for re-election. Satterberg is a competent prosecutor with broad support. He is a responsible, moderate voice who has endorsed I-594 to require background checks for all gun sales in Washington.

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

Seattle Ballot Measures

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

Seattle City Proposition #1

  • VOTE YES

    Vote YES For Parks!

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

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

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

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

    Proposition 1: Vote Yes For Parks!

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

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