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Statewide Ballot Measures
A bipartisan group of legislators passed Engrossed Substitute House Bill 1597, which included a small excise tax in order to increase environmental protections for regional fish and wildlife. Because of a Tim Eyman initiative, the Legislature is required to submit any bill it passes that closes tax loopholes or raises revenue to a non-binding advisory vote. Vote “Maintained” on Advisory Vote 16.
Last updated: 2023-04-05
A bipartisan group of legislators passed Engrossed Substitute House Bill 1597, which included a small excise tax in order to increase environmental protections for regional fish and wildlife. Because of a Tim Eyman initiative, the Legislature is required to submit any bill it passes that closes tax loopholes or raises revenue to a non-binding advisory vote. Vote “Maintained” on Advisory Vote 16.
Last updated: 2023-04-05
Our state has been under Supreme Court order to fully fund education for several years. This June, Republicans and Democrats came together to approve a bipartisan package of revenue increases for public schools, including expanding the Business and Occupation tax. While this does not solve the education funding problem, the package goes a long way towards providing a quality education for all students. This non-binding advisory vote is required thanks to a Tim Eyman ballot measure. Vote “Maintained” on Advisory Vote 17.
Last updated: 2023-04-05
Our state has been under Supreme Court order to fully fund education for several years. This June, Republicans and Democrats came together to approve a bipartisan package of revenue increases for public schools, including expanding the Business and Occupation tax. While this does not solve the education funding problem, the package goes a long way towards providing a quality education for all students. This non-binding advisory vote is required thanks to a Tim Eyman ballot measure. Vote “Maintained” on Advisory Vote 17.
Last updated: 2023-04-05
In addition to the business taxes covered in Advisory Vote 17, a strong bipartisan majority of state legislators voted to increase local property taxes to fund schools. We have concerns about raising regressive property taxes that disproportionately impact working families and make our upside-down tax code even worse. However, we are optimistic about retaking the state Senate this fall and working with progressives in Olympia next year to reduce this tax and instead make the wealthy pay their fair share.
Like the other advisory votes, this is a non-binding measure required by a Tim Eyman ballot initiative. Vote “Maintained” on Advisory Vote 18.
Last updated: 2023-04-05
In addition to the business taxes covered in Advisory Vote 17, a strong bipartisan majority of state legislators voted to increase local property taxes to fund schools. We have concerns about raising regressive property taxes that disproportionately impact working families and make our upside-down tax code even worse. However, we are optimistic about retaking the state Senate this fall and working with progressives in Olympia next year to reduce this tax and instead make the wealthy pay their fair share.
Like the other advisory votes, this is a non-binding measure required by a Tim Eyman ballot initiative. Vote “Maintained” on Advisory Vote 18.
Last updated: 2023-04-05
County Council District Races
Depending on the county district you live in, you may have the following races on your ballot.
King County, District 3
Progressive John Murphy is running for King County Council, District 3. From serving as a Vietnam Navy corpsman to working as a Deputy Fire Chief at Eastside Fire and Rescue for 20 years, Murphy has devoted his life to public service. Murphy prioritizes the economic needs of working families and wants to implement responsible infrastructure development throughout the county. If elected, Murphy would also focus on affordable housing, public safety, transportation, and improving waste water management in King County.
Murphy is running against conservative incumbent Kathy Lambert, whose track record on health and human services shows that she prioritizes conservative ideology over the needs of her constituents. John Murphy is the clear choice in this race.
Last updated: 2023-04-05
Progressive John Murphy is running for King County Council, District 3. From serving as a Vietnam Navy corpsman to working as a Deputy Fire Chief at Eastside Fire and Rescue for 20 years, Murphy has devoted his life to public service. Murphy prioritizes the economic needs of working families and wants to implement responsible infrastructure development throughout the county. If elected, Murphy would also focus on affordable housing, public safety, transportation, and improving waste water management in King County.
Murphy is running against conservative incumbent Kathy Lambert, whose track record on health and human services shows that she prioritizes conservative ideology over the needs of her constituents. John Murphy is the clear choice in this race.
Last updated: 2023-04-05
Endorsed By: King County Democrats
Progressive John Murphy is running for King County Council, District 3. From serving as a Vietnam Navy corpsman to working as a Deputy Fire Chief at Eastside Fire and Rescue for 20 years, Murphy has devoted his life to public service. Murphy prioritizes the economic needs of working families and wants to implement responsible infrastructure development throughout the county. If elected, Murphy would also focus on affordable housing, public safety, transportation, and improving waste water management in King County.
Murphy is running against conservative incumbent Kathy Lambert, whose track record on health and human services shows that she prioritizes conservative ideology over the needs of her constituents. John Murphy is the clear choice in this race.
Last updated: 2023-04-05
Endorsed By: King County Democrats
King County, District 9
Denice Carnahan is running for King County Council, District 9. As an experienced businesswoman, she has a deep understanding of the needs of working families and the many challenges facing King County. As a candidate, Carnahan is prioritizing the development of long-term transportation and public safety solutions that equitably enhances King County communities. She is focused on ensuring that King County remains a great place to raise a family.
Carnahan is running against Republican incumbent Reagan Dunn, who has opposed responsible growth legislation and progressive tax reform measures during his tenure. His lack of principled leadership has stifled progress on the county level. For her progressive vision, Carnahan deserves your support in this race.
Last updated: 2023-04-05
Denice Carnahan is running for King County Council, District 9. As an experienced businesswoman, she has a deep understanding of the needs of working families and the many challenges facing King County. As a candidate, Carnahan is prioritizing the development of long-term transportation and public safety solutions that equitably enhances King County communities. She is focused on ensuring that King County remains a great place to raise a family.
Carnahan is running against Republican incumbent Reagan Dunn, who has opposed responsible growth legislation and progressive tax reform measures during his tenure. His lack of principled leadership has stifled progress on the county level. For her progressive vision, Carnahan deserves your support in this race.
Last updated: 2023-04-05
Endorsed By: King County Democrats, Young Democrats of King County
Denice Carnahan is running for King County Council, District 9. As an experienced businesswoman, she has a deep understanding of the needs of working families and the many challenges facing King County. As a candidate, Carnahan is prioritizing the development of long-term transportation and public safety solutions that equitably enhances King County communities. She is focused on ensuring that King County remains a great place to raise a family.
Carnahan is running against Republican incumbent Reagan Dunn, who has opposed responsible growth legislation and progressive tax reform measures during his tenure. His lack of principled leadership has stifled progress on the county level. For her progressive vision, Carnahan deserves your support in this race.
Last updated: 2023-04-05
Endorsed By: King County Democrats, Young Democrats of King County
Issaquah Mayor
City councilmember Mary Lou Pauly has served as Deputy City Council President since 2016 and as Vice Chair of the Eastside Fire and Rescue Board. She has also served as an alternate member for the Cascade Water Alliance and an SCA representative on the King Conservation District Advisory Board. Pauly's top priority are transportation and traffic reduction, as well as smart growth and public safety. She wants to enact a developer code of conduct to reduce the impact of development on neighborhoods. She is determined that the City of Issaquah is equipped with the tools and infrastructure to sustainably develop.
She is running against fellow city councilmember Paul Winterstein, who has served on the council since 2012 and is focused on preserving the city's small-town culture, traffic reduction, and environmental restoration. We believe Pauly is the best qualified and most progressive choice in this race.
Last updated: 2023-04-05
City councilmember Mary Lou Pauly has served as Deputy City Council President since 2016 and as Vice Chair of the Eastside Fire and Rescue Board. She has also served as an alternate member for the Cascade Water Alliance and an SCA representative on the King Conservation District Advisory Board. Pauly's top priority are transportation and traffic reduction, as well as smart growth and public safety. She wants to enact a developer code of conduct to reduce the impact of development on neighborhoods. She is determined that the City of Issaquah is equipped with the tools and infrastructure to sustainably develop.
She is running against fellow city councilmember Paul Winterstein, who has served on the council since 2012 and is focused on preserving the city's small-town culture, traffic reduction, and environmental restoration. We believe Pauly is the best qualified and most progressive choice in this race.
Last updated: 2023-04-05
Endorsed By: King County Young Democrats
City councilmember Mary Lou Pauly has served as Deputy City Council President since 2016 and as Vice Chair of the Eastside Fire and Rescue Board. She has also served as an alternate member for the Cascade Water Alliance and an SCA representative on the King Conservation District Advisory Board. Pauly's top priority are transportation and traffic reduction, as well as smart growth and public safety. She wants to enact a developer code of conduct to reduce the impact of development on neighborhoods. She is determined that the City of Issaquah is equipped with the tools and infrastructure to sustainably develop.
She is running against fellow city councilmember Paul Winterstein, who has served on the council since 2012 and is focused on preserving the city's small-town culture, traffic reduction, and environmental restoration. We believe Pauly is the best qualified and most progressive choice in this race.
Last updated: 2023-04-05
Endorsed By: King County Young Democrats
Issaquah City Council
Chris Reh is a progressive political newcomer who is running to preserve the character of Issquah during this time of rapid growth. Reh advocates for long-term growth strategies that work for all residents and is passionate about balancing development with local community needs.
Reh is running against Bryan Weinstein, who has not earned the same level of local progressive support. Reh is the best choice in this race.
Last updated: 2023-08-28
Chris Reh is a progressive political newcomer who is running to preserve the character of Issquah during this time of rapid growth. Reh advocates for long-term growth strategies that work for all residents and is passionate about balancing development with local community needs.
Reh is running against Bryan Weinstein, who has not earned the same level of local progressive support. Reh is the best choice in this race.
Last updated: 2023-08-28
Endorsed By: 41st District Democrats
Chris Reh is a progressive political newcomer who is running to preserve the character of Issquah during this time of rapid growth. Reh advocates for long-term growth strategies that work for all residents and is passionate about balancing development with local community needs.
Reh is running against Bryan Weinstein, who has not earned the same level of local progressive support. Reh is the best choice in this race.
Last updated: 2023-08-28
Endorsed By: 41st District Democrats
Incumbent Issaquah City Councilmember Mariah Bettise was appointed to the position in May of 2016. Bettise sits on the council's Land & Shore Committee where she makes key decisions on local environmental policies. She is running against challenger Richard Swanson, who is not running a viable campaign. Bettise is the best choice in this race.
Last updated: 2023-04-05
Incumbent Issaquah City Councilmember Mariah Bettise was appointed to the position in May of 2016. Bettise sits on the council's Land & Shore Committee where she makes key decisions on local environmental policies. She is running against challenger Richard Swanson, who is not running a viable campaign. Bettise is the best choice in this race.
Last updated: 2023-04-05
Incumbent Issaquah City Councilmember Mariah Bettise was appointed to the position in May of 2016. Bettise sits on the council's Land & Shore Committee where she makes key decisions on local environmental policies. She is running against challenger Richard Swanson, who is not running a viable campaign. Bettise is the best choice in this race.
Last updated: 2023-04-05