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VOTE APPROVED
Vote "Approved" on Referendum 88
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Referendum 88 is a public vote on I-1000, the affirmative action ballot measure signed by nearly 400,000 Washingtonians and approved by the Legislature this spring.
I-1000 would allow affirmative action policies in the areas of public education, public employment, and public contracting. It will restore fairness for veterans, small business owners, women, and people of color seeking to succeed in public employment, contracting, and university admissions – without the use of caps or quotas. Affirmative action, which is legal in 42 other states, will increase business contracts and college enrollment for women and people of color in Washington.
It's long past time to restore affirmative action in Washington. Vote to approve Initiative 1000.
Last updated: 2023-04-05Referendum 88 is a public vote on I-1000, the affirmative action ballot measure signed by nearly 400,000 Washingtonians and approved by the Legislature this spring.
I-1000 would allow affirmative action policies in the areas of public education, public employment, and public contracting. It will restore fairness for veterans, small business owners, women, and people of color seeking to succeed in public employment, contracting, and university admissions – without the use of caps or quotas. Affirmative action, which is legal in 42 other states, will increase business contracts and college enrollment for women and people of color in Washington.
It's long past time to restore affirmative action in Washington. Vote to approve Initiative 1000.
Referendum 88 is a public vote on I-1000, the affirmative action ballot measure signed by nearly 400,000 Washingtonians and approved by the Legislature this spring.
I-1000 would allow affirmative action policies in the areas of public education, public employment, and public contracting. It will restore fairness for veterans, small business owners, women, and people of color seeking to succeed in public employment, contracting, and university admissions – without the use of caps or quotas. Affirmative action, which is legal in 42 other states, will increase business contracts and college enrollment for women and people of color in Washington.
It's long past time to restore affirmative action in Washington. Vote to approve Initiative 1000.
R-88/I-1000
Referendum 88 is a public vote on I-1000, the affirmative action ballot measure signed by nearly 400,000 Washingtonians and approved by the Legislature this spring.
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VOTE NO
Vote NO on I-976
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Initiative 976 is Tim Eyman's latest attempt to cut billions of dollars in funding from badly-needed transportation projects across the state. I-976 would derail our ability to fix dangerous roads, retrofit outdated bridges and overpasses, complete voter-approved light rail, provide transit for riders with disabilities, and more. More than $12 billion would be slashed from state and local projects with no plan for replacing any of the funding.
Every city and county in Washington depends on transportation infrastructure that would be impacted by the cuts from I-976. Vote NO on I-976!
Last updated: 2023-04-05Initiative 976 is Tim Eyman's latest attempt to cut billions of dollars in funding from badly-needed transportation projects across the state. I-976 would derail our ability to fix dangerous roads, retrofit outdated bridges and overpasses, complete voter-approved light rail, provide transit for riders with disabilities, and more. More than $12 billion would be slashed from state and local projects with no plan for replacing any of the funding.
Every city and county in Washington depends on transportation infrastructure that would be impacted by the cuts from I-976. Vote NO on I-976!
Initiative 976 is Tim Eyman's latest attempt to cut billions of dollars in funding from badly-needed transportation projects across the state. I-976 would derail our ability to fix dangerous roads, retrofit outdated bridges and overpasses, complete voter-approved light rail, provide transit for riders with disabilities, and more. More than $12 billion would be slashed from state and local projects with no plan for replacing any of the funding.
Every city and county in Washington depends on transportation infrastructure that would be impacted by the cuts from I-976. Vote NO on I-976!
Initiative 976
Initiative 976 is Tim Eyman's latest attempt to cut billions of dollars in funding from badly-needed transportation projects across the state. I-976 would derail our ability to fix dangerous roads, retrofit outdated bridges and overpasses, complete voter-approved light rail, provide transit for riders with disabilities, and more. More than $12 billion would be slashed from state and local projects with no plan for replacing any of the funding.
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. The Legislature had a historically productive 2019 session, resulting in a record number of advisory votes on the ballot. We hope the Legislature will change the law to remove these meaningless measures in the future.
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VOTE MAINTAINED
Vote "Maintained" on Advisory Vote 20
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Washington's senior population has doubled since 1980 and will double again by 2040. Most seniors cannot afford to pay out-of-pocket for the long-term medical care they need. A bipartisan group of lawmakers moved to build upon the state's Paid Family and Medical Leave program through Second Substitute House Bill 1087. This legislation created a new long-term insurance benefit that will address the looming crisis of seniors who cannot afford the care they need. Vote “Maintained” on Advisory Vote No. 20.
Last updated: 2023-04-05Washington's senior population has doubled since 1980 and will double again by 2040. Most seniors cannot afford to pay out-of-pocket for the long-term medical care they need. A bipartisan group of lawmakers moved to build upon the state's Paid Family and Medical Leave program through Second Substitute House Bill 1087. This legislation created a new long-term insurance benefit that will address the looming crisis of seniors who cannot afford the care they need. Vote “Maintained” on Advisory Vote No. 20.
Washington's senior population has doubled since 1980 and will double again by 2040. Most seniors cannot afford to pay out-of-pocket for the long-term medical care they need. A bipartisan group of lawmakers moved to build upon the state's Paid Family and Medical Leave program through Second Substitute House Bill 1087. This legislation created a new long-term insurance benefit that will address the looming crisis of seniors who cannot afford the care they need. Vote “Maintained” on Advisory Vote No. 20.
Advisory Vote 20
Washington's senior population has doubled since 1980 and will double again by 2040. Most seniors cannot afford to pay out-of-pocket for the long-term medical care they need. A bipartisan group of lawmakers moved to build upon the state's Paid Family and Medical Leave program through Second Substitute House Bill 1087. This legislation created a new long-term insurance benefit that will address the looming crisis of seniors who cannot afford the care they need. Vote “Maintained” on Advisory Vote No. 20.
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VOTE REPEALED
Vote "Repealed" on Advisory Vote 21
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Legislators passed Engrossed Third Substitute House Bill 1324, also known as the Washington Rural Development and Distressed Opportunity Zone Act, that extends a business and occupation tax preference for timber companies. In addition, part of HB 1324 raises a small amount of revenue from timber companies for salmon recovery, which is what led to Advisory Vote 21. While the salmon recovery provision is laudable, HB 1324 will primarily serve as an unnecessary tax cut for timber companies at a time when we need to be investing more in affordable housing, education, health care, and other priorities. Vote “Repealed” on Advisory Vote No. 21.
Last updated: 2023-04-05Legislators passed Engrossed Third Substitute House Bill 1324, also known as the Washington Rural Development and Distressed Opportunity Zone Act, that extends a business and occupation tax preference for timber companies. In addition, part of HB 1324 raises a small amount of revenue from timber companies for salmon recovery, which is what led to Advisory Vote 21. While the salmon recovery provision is laudable, HB 1324 will primarily serve as an unnecessary tax cut for timber companies at a time when we need to be investing more in affordable housing, education, health care, and other priorities. Vote “Repealed” on Advisory Vote No. 21.
Legislators passed Engrossed Third Substitute House Bill 1324, also known as the Washington Rural Development and Distressed Opportunity Zone Act, that extends a business and occupation tax preference for timber companies. In addition, part of HB 1324 raises a small amount of revenue from timber companies for salmon recovery, which is what led to Advisory Vote 21. While the salmon recovery provision is laudable, HB 1324 will primarily serve as an unnecessary tax cut for timber companies at a time when we need to be investing more in affordable housing, education, health care, and other priorities. Vote “Repealed” on Advisory Vote No. 21.
Advisory Vote 21
Legislators passed Engrossed Third Substitute House Bill 1324, also known as the Washington Rural Development and Distressed Opportunity Zone Act, that extends a business and occupation tax preference for timber companies. In addition, part of HB 1324 raises a small amount of revenue from timber companies for salmon recovery, which is what led to Advisory Vote 21.
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VOTE MAINTAINED
Vote "Maintained" On Advisory Vote 22
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Washington is the latest state to adopt a recycling program for leftover architectural paint. The Legislature passed Substitute House Bill 1652 to add a small recycling fee to the price of paint to fund the program. This law will ensure that hundreds of thousands of gallons of paint will be disposed of responsibly and no longer pollute our environment. Vote “Maintained” on Advisory Vote No. 22.
Last updated: 2023-04-05Washington is the latest state to adopt a recycling program for leftover architectural paint. The Legislature passed Substitute House Bill 1652 to add a small recycling fee to the price of paint to fund the program. This law will ensure that hundreds of thousands of gallons of paint will be disposed of responsibly and no longer pollute our environment. Vote “Maintained” on Advisory Vote No. 22.
Washington is the latest state to adopt a recycling program for leftover architectural paint. The Legislature passed Substitute House Bill 1652 to add a small recycling fee to the price of paint to fund the program. This law will ensure that hundreds of thousands of gallons of paint will be disposed of responsibly and no longer pollute our environment. Vote “Maintained” on Advisory Vote No. 22.
Advisory Vote 22
Washington is the latest state to adopt a recycling program for leftover architectural paint. The Legislature passed Substitute House Bill 1652 to add a small recycling fee to the price of paint to fund the program. This law will ensure that hundreds of thousands of gallons of paint will be disposed of responsibly and no longer pollute our environment. Vote “Maintained” on Advisory Vote No. 22.
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VOTE MAINTAINED
Vote "Maintained" on Advisory Vote 23
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Manufacturers, wholesalers, and retailers of vape products have not been paying regular tobacco taxes. The Legislature passed Engrossed Second Substitute House Bill 1873 to remedy this and create the Essential Public Health Services Account. Electronic cigarettes, electronic devices, and vape pens will now be classified and taxed as tobacco products. This account will fund health services, tobacco and vape product control and prevention, and enforcement by the state liquor and cannabis board to prevent the sale of vape products to minors. This legislation is even more important after several reports of lung injuries linked to vaping in Washington state as well as hundreds around the country. Vote “Maintained” on Advisory Vote No. 23.
Last updated: 2023-04-05Manufacturers, wholesalers, and retailers of vape products have not been paying regular tobacco taxes. The Legislature passed Engrossed Second Substitute House Bill 1873 to remedy this and create the Essential Public Health Services Account. Electronic cigarettes, electronic devices, and vape pens will now be classified and taxed as tobacco products. This account will fund health services, tobacco and vape product control and prevention, and enforcement by the state liquor and cannabis board to prevent the sale of vape products to minors. This legislation is even more important after several reports of lung injuries linked to vaping in Washington state as well as hundreds around the country. Vote “Maintained” on Advisory Vote No. 23.
Manufacturers, wholesalers, and retailers of vape products have not been paying regular tobacco taxes. The Legislature passed Engrossed Second Substitute House Bill 1873 to remedy this and create the Essential Public Health Services Account. Electronic cigarettes, electronic devices, and vape pens will now be classified and taxed as tobacco products. This account will fund health services, tobacco and vape product control and prevention, and enforcement by the state liquor and cannabis board to prevent the sale of vape products to minors. This legislation is even more important after several reports of lung injuries linked to vaping in Washington state as well as hundreds around the country. Vote “Maintained” on Advisory Vote No. 23.
Advisory Vote 23
Manufacturers, wholesalers, and retailers of vape products have not been paying regular tobacco taxes. The Legislature passed Engrossed Second Substitute House Bill 1873 to remedy this and create the Essential Public Health Services Account. Electronic cigarettes, electronic devices, and vape pens will now be classified and taxed as tobacco products. This account will fund health services, tobacco and vape product control and prevention, and enforcement by the state liquor and cannabis board to prevent the sale of vape products to minors.
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VOTE MAINTAINED
Vote "Maintained" on Advisory Vote 24
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The Legislature passed Engrossed Second Substitute House Bill 2158 to increase funding for higher education, including financial aid, raises for community college faculty, and a student loan program for middle-class students called the Washington College Grant. The Washington College Grant would replace the State Need Grant, which runs out of money every year and leaves thousands of eligible students without any money. The Workforce Education Investment Act is designed so that businesses that benefit the most from a highly-educated workforce will contribute to the cost of higher education. Vote “Maintained” on Advisory Vote No. 24.
Last updated: 2023-04-05The Legislature passed Engrossed Second Substitute House Bill 2158 to increase funding for higher education, including financial aid, raises for community college faculty, and a student loan program for middle-class students called the Washington College Grant. The Washington College Grant would replace the State Need Grant, which runs out of money every year and leaves thousands of eligible students without any money. The Workforce Education Investment Act is designed so that businesses that benefit the most from a highly-educated workforce will contribute to the cost of higher education. Vote “Maintained” on Advisory Vote No. 24.
The Legislature passed Engrossed Second Substitute House Bill 2158 to increase funding for higher education, including financial aid, raises for community college faculty, and a student loan program for middle-class students called the Washington College Grant. The Washington College Grant would replace the State Need Grant, which runs out of money every year and leaves thousands of eligible students without any money. The Workforce Education Investment Act is designed so that businesses that benefit the most from a highly-educated workforce will contribute to the cost of higher education. Vote “Maintained” on Advisory Vote No. 24.
Advisory Vote 24
The Legislature passed Engrossed Second Substitute House Bill 2158 to increase funding for higher education, including financial aid, raises for community college faculty, and a student loan program for middle-class students called the Washington College Grant. The Washington College Grant would replace the State Need Grant, which runs out of money every year and leaves thousands of eligible students without any money.
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VOTE MAINTAINED
Vote "Maintained" on Advisory Vote 25
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Washington's low-income families pay six times more in taxes than the wealthiest residents. To begin to balance our tax code, the Legislature passed Substitute House Bill 2167 to increase the business and occupation tax on financial institutions that reported a net income of $1 billion or more during the previous calendar year. We think it's reasonable for these extremely profitable companies to pay a little more in taxes to support the services working families rely on. Vote “Maintained” on Advisory Vote No. 25.
Last updated: 2023-04-05Washington's low-income families pay six times more in taxes than the wealthiest residents. To begin to balance our tax code, the Legislature passed Substitute House Bill 2167 to increase the business and occupation tax on financial institutions that reported a net income of $1 billion or more during the previous calendar year. We think it's reasonable for these extremely profitable companies to pay a little more in taxes to support the services working families rely on. Vote “Maintained” on Advisory Vote No. 25.
Washington's low-income families pay six times more in taxes than the wealthiest residents. To begin to balance our tax code, the Legislature passed Substitute House Bill 2167 to increase the business and occupation tax on financial institutions that reported a net income of $1 billion or more during the previous calendar year. We think it's reasonable for these extremely profitable companies to pay a little more in taxes to support the services working families rely on. Vote “Maintained” on Advisory Vote No. 25.
Advisory Vote 25
Washington's low-income families pay six times more in taxes than the wealthiest residents. To begin to balance our tax code, the Legislature passed Substitute House Bill 2167 to increase the business and occupation tax on financial institutions that reported a net income of $1 billion or more during the previous calendar year. We think it's reasonable for these extremely profitable companies to pay a little more in taxes to support the services working families rely on. Vote “Maintained” on Advisory Vote No. 25.
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VOTE MAINTAINED
Vote "Maintained" on Advisory Vote 26
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Washington legislators have moved to update our tax laws in the wake of the Supreme Court decision that forced internet retailers to charge sales tax in all states. Among other things, Substitute Senate Bill 5581 eliminates a tax advantage that out-of-state sellers long enjoyed over local companies. Vote “Maintained” on Advisory Vote No. 26.
Last updated: 2023-04-05Washington legislators have moved to update our tax laws in the wake of the Supreme Court decision that forced internet retailers to charge sales tax in all states. Among other things, Substitute Senate Bill 5581 eliminates a tax advantage that out-of-state sellers long enjoyed over local companies. Vote “Maintained” on Advisory Vote No. 26.
Washington legislators have moved to update our tax laws in the wake of the Supreme Court decision that forced internet retailers to charge sales tax in all states. Among other things, Substitute Senate Bill 5581 eliminates a tax advantage that out-of-state sellers long enjoyed over local companies. Vote “Maintained” on Advisory Vote No. 26.
Advisory Vote 26
Washington legislators have moved to update our tax laws in the wake of the Supreme Court decision that forced internet retailers to charge sales tax in all states. Among other things, Substitute Senate Bill 5581 eliminates a tax advantage that out-of-state sellers long enjoyed over local companies. Vote “Maintained” on Advisory Vote No. 26.
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VOTE MAINTAINED
Vote "Maintained" on Advisory Vote 27
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Washington state has more than 13,000 known or suspected contaminated sites. The Model Toxics Control Act (MTCA) became law in 1989 and has supported efforts to clean up more than 7,000 contaminated sites. The MTCA is funded by a voter-approved tax on hazardous substances such as petroleum products and pesticides. This year, the Legislature passed Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill 5993 to update the law to improve transparency and increase funding for clean air, clean water, and toxic cleanup programs. Vote “Maintained” on Advisory Vote No. 27.
Last updated: 2023-04-05Washington state has more than 13,000 known or suspected contaminated sites. The Model Toxics Control Act (MTCA) became law in 1989 and has supported efforts to clean up more than 7,000 contaminated sites. The MTCA is funded by a voter-approved tax on hazardous substances such as petroleum products and pesticides. This year, the Legislature passed Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill 5993 to update the law to improve transparency and increase funding for clean air, clean water, and toxic cleanup programs. Vote “Maintained” on Advisory Vote No. 27.
Washington state has more than 13,000 known or suspected contaminated sites. The Model Toxics Control Act (MTCA) became law in 1989 and has supported efforts to clean up more than 7,000 contaminated sites. The MTCA is funded by a voter-approved tax on hazardous substances such as petroleum products and pesticides. This year, the Legislature passed Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill 5993 to update the law to improve transparency and increase funding for clean air, clean water, and toxic cleanup programs. Vote “Maintained” on Advisory Vote No. 27.
Advisory Vote 27
Washington state has more than 13,000 known or suspected contaminated sites. The Model Toxics Control Act (MTCA) became law in 1989 and has supported efforts to clean up more than 7,000 contaminated sites. The MTCA is funded by a voter-approved tax on hazardous substances such as petroleum products and pesticides. This year, the Legislature passed Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill 5993 to update the law to improve transparency and increase funding for clean air, clean water, and toxic cleanup programs.
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VOTE MAINTAINED
Vote "Maintained" on Advisory Vote 28
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Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill 5997 closed a longstanding loophole that allowed many out-of-state shoppers to avoid paying sales tax in Washington. Visitors from states without a sales tax can still request a remittance from the Washington Department of Revenue. Vote “Maintained” on Advisory Vote No. 28.
Last updated: 2023-04-05Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill 5997 closed a longstanding loophole that allowed many out-of-state shoppers to avoid paying sales tax in Washington. Visitors from states without a sales tax can still request a remittance from the Washington Department of Revenue. Vote “Maintained” on Advisory Vote No. 28.
Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill 5997 closed a longstanding loophole that allowed many out-of-state shoppers to avoid paying sales tax in Washington. Visitors from states without a sales tax can still request a remittance from the Washington Department of Revenue. Vote “Maintained” on Advisory Vote No. 28.
Advisory Vote 28
Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill 5997 closed a longstanding loophole that allowed many out-of-state shoppers to avoid paying sales tax in Washington. Visitors from states without a sales tax can still request a remittance from the Washington Department of Revenue. Vote “Maintained” on Advisory Vote No. 28.
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VOTE MAINTAINED
Vote "Maintained" on Advisory Vote 29
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This legislation is one step towards balancing our upside-down tax code by making Washington's real estate excise taxes (REET) progressive. Instead of a flat rate of 1.28 percent, property sales of less than $500,000 are reduced to a 1.1 percent tax rate, sales between $1.5 and $3 million would be taxed at 2.75 percent, and properties sold for more than $3 million would be taxed at 3 percent. All the funding from Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill 5998 will be dedicated to the Education Legacy Trust Account. Vote “Maintained” on Advisory Vote No. 29.
Last updated: 2023-04-05This legislation is one step towards balancing our upside-down tax code by making Washington's real estate excise taxes (REET) progressive. Instead of a flat rate of 1.28 percent, property sales of less than $500,000 are reduced to a 1.1 percent tax rate, sales between $1.5 and $3 million would be taxed at 2.75 percent, and properties sold for more than $3 million would be taxed at 3 percent. All the funding from Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill 5998 will be dedicated to the Education Legacy Trust Account. Vote “Maintained” on Advisory Vote No. 29.
This legislation is one step towards balancing our upside-down tax code by making Washington's real estate excise taxes (REET) progressive. Instead of a flat rate of 1.28 percent, property sales of less than $500,000 are reduced to a 1.1 percent tax rate, sales between $1.5 and $3 million would be taxed at 2.75 percent, and properties sold for more than $3 million would be taxed at 3 percent. All the funding from Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill 5998 will be dedicated to the Education Legacy Trust Account. Vote “Maintained” on Advisory Vote No. 29.
Advisory Vote 29
This legislation is one step towards balancing our upside-down tax code by making Washington's real estate excise taxes (REET) progressive. Instead of a flat rate of 1.28 percent, property sales of less than $500,000 are reduced to a 1.1 percent tax rate, sales between $1.5 and $3 million would be taxed at 2.75 percent, and properties sold for more than $3 million would be taxed at 3 percent. All the funding from Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill 5998 will be dedicated to the Education Legacy Trust Account. Vote “Maintained” on Advisory Vote No. 29.
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VOTE MAINTAINED
Vote "Maintained" for Advisory Vote 30
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This legislation eliminates a tax break for travel agents and tour operators for businesses who earn $250,000 or more per year. Businesses that earn less than $250,000 will continue to pay the lower rate. Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill 6004 will bring more revenue to the state and ensure that large out-of-state and online businesses pay their share. Vote “Maintained” on Advisory Vote No. 30.
Last updated: 2023-04-05This legislation eliminates a tax break for travel agents and tour operators for businesses who earn $250,000 or more per year. Businesses that earn less than $250,000 will continue to pay the lower rate. Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill 6004 will bring more revenue to the state and ensure that large out-of-state and online businesses pay their share. Vote “Maintained” on Advisory Vote No. 30.
This legislation eliminates a tax break for travel agents and tour operators for businesses who earn $250,000 or more per year. Businesses that earn less than $250,000 will continue to pay the lower rate. Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill 6004 will bring more revenue to the state and ensure that large out-of-state and online businesses pay their share. Vote “Maintained” on Advisory Vote No. 30.
Advisory Vote 30
This legislation eliminates a tax break for travel agents and tour operators for businesses who earn $250,000 or more per year. Businesses that earn less than $250,000 will continue to pay the lower rate. Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill 6004 will bring more revenue to the state and ensure that large out-of-state and online businesses pay their share. Vote “Maintained” on Advisory Vote No. 30.
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VOTE MAINTAINED
Vote "Maintained" on Advisory Vote 31
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This legislation passed Engrossed Senate Bill 6016 to reauthorize and narrow a sales tax exemption for certain international investment management companies. In order to receive the tax exemption, a business must have more than 25 percent of employees in the state, at least 500 full-time employees worldwide, and gross revenue of more than $400 million. Vote “Maintained” on Advisory Vote No. 31.
Last updated: 2023-04-05This legislation passed Engrossed Senate Bill 6016 to reauthorize and narrow a sales tax exemption for certain international investment management companies. In order to receive the tax exemption, a business must have more than 25 percent of employees in the state, at least 500 full-time employees worldwide, and gross revenue of more than $400 million. Vote “Maintained” on Advisory Vote No. 31.
This legislation passed Engrossed Senate Bill 6016 to reauthorize and narrow a sales tax exemption for certain international investment management companies. In order to receive the tax exemption, a business must have more than 25 percent of employees in the state, at least 500 full-time employees worldwide, and gross revenue of more than $400 million. Vote “Maintained” on Advisory Vote No. 31.
Advisory Vote 31
This legislation passed Engrossed Senate Bill 6016 to reauthorize and narrow a sales tax exemption for certain international investment management companies. In order to receive the tax exemption, a business must have more than 25 percent of employees in the state, at least 500 full-time employees worldwide, and gross revenue of more than $400 million. Vote “Maintained” on Advisory Vote No. 31.
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VOTE APPROVED
Vote "Approved" on Senate Joint Resolution 8200
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This measure would allow the Legislature to temporarily fill vacant public offices during an emergency by including "catastrophic incidents" like earthquakes or tsunamis in the definition of emergency powers. As Washington has been on high alert for an earthquake for years, legislators want to ensure governmental continuity in the event of massive damage from a natural disaster. While it is not pleasant to think about, Washington state needs to be prepared for a catastrophic event. This measure passed with bipartisan support. Vote "Approved" on Senate Joint Resolution No. 8200.
Last updated: 2023-04-05This measure would allow the Legislature to temporarily fill vacant public offices during an emergency by including "catastrophic incidents" like earthquakes or tsunamis in the definition of emergency powers. As Washington has been on high alert for an earthquake for years, legislators want to ensure governmental continuity in the event of massive damage from a natural disaster. While it is not pleasant to think about, Washington state needs to be prepared for a catastrophic event. This measure passed with bipartisan support. Vote "Approved" on Senate Joint Resolution No. 8200.
This measure would allow the Legislature to temporarily fill vacant public offices during an emergency by including "catastrophic incidents" like earthquakes or tsunamis in the definition of emergency powers. As Washington has been on high alert for an earthquake for years, legislators want to ensure governmental continuity in the event of massive damage from a natural disaster. While it is not pleasant to think about, Washington state needs to be prepared for a catastrophic event. This measure passed with bipartisan support. Vote "Approved" on Senate Joint Resolution No. 8200.
Senate Joint Resolution 8200
This measure would allow the Legislature to temporarily fill vacant public offices during an emergency by including "catastrophic incidents" like earthquakes or tsunamis in the definition of emergency powers. As Washington has been on high alert for an earthquake for years, legislators want to ensure governmental continuity in the event of massive damage from a natural disaster. While it is not pleasant to think about, Washington state needs to be prepared for a catastrophic event. This measure passed with bipartisan support. Vote "Approved" on Senate Joint Resolution No. 8200.
Depending on where you live, you may have one of the below ballot measures on your ballot.
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VOTE APPROVED
Vote YES on Proposition No. 1
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King County relies on its Medic One emergency medical system to respond to 268,000 emergency medical calls a year - one every three minutes. Proposition No. 1 would replace an expiring levy of $0.265 on every $1,000 of assessed property value, which would cost a homeowner of a $500,000 property about $133 per year. Supporting the Medic One levy would continue 40 years of crucial medical services that we all rely on in an emergency.
Our rapidly-growing county can't afford to short change the firefighters and EMTs who keep us all safe. Vote Yes on Proposition No. 1 Medic One.
Last updated: 2023-04-05King County relies on its Medic One emergency medical system to respond to 268,000 emergency medical calls a year - one every three minutes. Proposition No. 1 would replace an expiring levy of $0.265 on every $1,000 of assessed property value, which would cost a homeowner of a $500,000 property about $133 per year. Supporting the Medic One levy would continue 40 years of crucial medical services that we all rely on in an emergency.
Our rapidly-growing county can't afford to short change the firefighters and EMTs who keep us all safe. Vote Yes on Proposition No. 1 Medic One.
King County relies on its Medic One emergency medical system to respond to 268,000 emergency medical calls a year - one every three minutes. Proposition No. 1 would replace an expiring levy of $0.265 on every $1,000 of assessed property value, which would cost a homeowner of a $500,000 property about $133 per year. Supporting the Medic One levy would continue 40 years of crucial medical services that we all rely on in an emergency.
Our rapidly-growing county can't afford to short change the firefighters and EMTs who keep us all safe. Vote Yes on Proposition No. 1 Medic One.
King County Prop 1 - Medic One
King County relies on its Medic One emergency medical system to respond to 268,000 emergency medical calls a year - one every three minutes. Proposition No.
County Races
Depending on where you live, you may have the below county races on your ballot.
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John Wilson is running unopposed for re-election for King County Assessor. He was first elected as county assessor in 2015 after spending four years as the county's chief deputy assessor. Wilson considers himself an "activist assessor" and wants to stop young potential homeowners and seniors from being priced out of King County. In August 2019, the assessor's office released a Taxpayer Transparency Tool, a website that provides taxpayers with a breakdown of where their property tax dollars go, as well as the estimated cost of proposed property taxes.
Wilson's years of experience make him a good choice for King County Assessor.
Last updated: 2023-04-05John Wilson
John Wilson is running unopposed for re-election for King County Assessor. He was first elected as county assessor in 2015 after spending four years as the county's chief deputy assessor.
John Wilson is running unopposed for re-election for King County Assessor. He was first elected as county assessor in 2015 after spending four years as the county's chief deputy assessor. Wilson considers himself an "activist assessor" and wants to stop young potential homeowners and seniors from being priced out of King County. In August 2019, the assessor's office released a Taxpayer Transparency Tool, a website that provides taxpayers with a breakdown of where their property tax dollars go, as well as the estimated cost of proposed property taxes.
Wilson's years of experience make him a good choice for King County Assessor.
John Wilson
John Wilson is running unopposed for re-election for King County Assessor. He was first elected as county assessor in 2015 after spending four years as the county's chief deputy assessor.
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John Wilson is running unopposed for re-election for King County Assessor. He was first elected as county assessor in 2015 after spending four years as the county's chief deputy assessor. Wilson considers himself an "activist assessor" and wants to stop young potential homeowners and seniors from being priced out of King County. In August 2019, the assessor's office released a Taxpayer Transparency Tool, a website that provides taxpayers with a breakdown of where their property tax dollars go, as well as the estimated cost of proposed property taxes.
Wilson's years of experience make him a good choice for King County Assessor.
Last updated: 2023-04-05
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Julie Wise is running for re-election for King County Director of Elections. Wise has worked in King County Elections for more than 15 years and has held almost every job in the department. During her time as director, Wise has worked to reduce barriers for voters, including adding prepaid postage to ballots and increasing the number of ballot drop boxes. Her office also worked to ensure voting materials are available in additional languages and improved election integrity and security for the county. When concerns about VoteWA, the state's new voting system, were raised before the primary, Wise took steps to make sure the election was not impacted.
Wise is being challenged by Mark Greene, a perennial candidate who supports lowering the voting age to 16-years-old but does not support the current system of pre-registration for 16 and 17-year-olds. Greene has expressed distrust in vote tabulation machines and would institute random hand counts.
Wise's experience and strong performance during her first term make her the best choice for King County Director of Elections.
Last updated: 2023-04-05Julie Wise
Julie Wise is running for re-election for King County Director of Elections. Wise has worked in King County Elections for more than 15 years and has held almost every job in the department.
Julie Wise is running for re-election for King County Director of Elections. Wise has worked in King County Elections for more than 15 years and has held almost every job in the department. During her time as director, Wise has worked to reduce barriers for voters, including adding prepaid postage to ballots and increasing the number of ballot drop boxes. Her office also worked to ensure voting materials are available in additional languages and improved election integrity and security for the county. When concerns about VoteWA, the state's new voting system, were raised before the primary, Wise took steps to make sure the election was not impacted.
Wise is being challenged by Mark Greene, a perennial candidate who supports lowering the voting age to 16-years-old but does not support the current system of pre-registration for 16 and 17-year-olds. Greene has expressed distrust in vote tabulation machines and would institute random hand counts.
Wise's experience and strong performance during her first term make her the best choice for King County Director of Elections.
Julie Wise
Julie Wise is running for re-election for King County Director of Elections. Wise has worked in King County Elections for more than 15 years and has held almost every job in the department.
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Julie Wise is running for re-election for King County Director of Elections. Wise has worked in King County Elections for more than 15 years and has held almost every job in the department. During her time as director, Wise has worked to reduce barriers for voters, including adding prepaid postage to ballots and increasing the number of ballot drop boxes. Her office also worked to ensure voting materials are available in additional languages and improved election integrity and security for the county. When concerns about VoteWA, the state's new voting system, were raised before the primary, Wise took steps to make sure the election was not impacted.
Wise is being challenged by Mark Greene, a perennial candidate who supports lowering the voting age to 16-years-old but does not support the current system of pre-registration for 16 and 17-year-olds. Greene has expressed distrust in vote tabulation machines and would institute random hand counts.
Wise's experience and strong performance during her first term make her the best choice for King County Director of Elections.
Last updated: 2023-04-05
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Incumbent Dave Somers is running unopposed for re-election for Snohomish County Executive. Somers has supported measures to create parks and open spaces, ushered in commercial air service to Paine Field, invested in alternative fuels, and worked on salmon recovery. He also supported working with nonprofits to “un-develop” land in the county and restore it to its natural state with native plants. This year, Somers announced that he would be developing a Snohomish County Housing Task Force to help meet the affordable housing needs of the community through new policies or incentives, including middle-income, subsidized, and alternative housing.
Somers deserves your vote.
Last updated: 2023-04-05Dave Somers
Incumbent Dave Somers is running unopposed for re-election for Snohomish County Executive. Somers has supported measures to create parks and open spaces, ushered in commercial air service to Paine Field, invested in alternative fuels, and worked on salmon recovery.
Incumbent Dave Somers is running unopposed for re-election for Snohomish County Executive. Somers has supported measures to create parks and open spaces, ushered in commercial air service to Paine Field, invested in alternative fuels, and worked on salmon recovery. He also supported working with nonprofits to “un-develop” land in the county and restore it to its natural state with native plants. This year, Somers announced that he would be developing a Snohomish County Housing Task Force to help meet the affordable housing needs of the community through new policies or incentives, including middle-income, subsidized, and alternative housing.
Somers deserves your vote.
Dave Somers
Incumbent Dave Somers is running unopposed for re-election for Snohomish County Executive. Somers has supported measures to create parks and open spaces, ushered in commercial air service to Paine Field, invested in alternative fuels, and worked on salmon recovery.
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Incumbent Dave Somers is running unopposed for re-election for Snohomish County Executive. Somers has supported measures to create parks and open spaces, ushered in commercial air service to Paine Field, invested in alternative fuels, and worked on salmon recovery. He also supported working with nonprofits to “un-develop” land in the county and restore it to its natural state with native plants. This year, Somers announced that he would be developing a Snohomish County Housing Task Force to help meet the affordable housing needs of the community through new policies or incentives, including middle-income, subsidized, and alternative housing.
Somers deserves your vote.
Last updated: 2023-04-05
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Ty Trenary is running for re-election for Snohomish County Sheriff on his record of finding alternatives to incarceration. He states that the Snohomish County Jail should not serve as the largest mental health facility in the county, and that traditional policing is not effective against the county's opioid and mental health issues. Instead, Trenary has created the Office of Neighborhoods program, which pairs social workers with police officers to help those struggling with addiction on the streets. The program also helps those who are struggling to find work. If re-elected, he will continue to focus on community policing and accountability.
Trenary is being challenged by his sergeant, Adam Fortney, who is focusing on increasing arrests and enforcement. Trenary has been endorsed by a broad slate of Democratic state representatives and elected officials and is the best choice in this race.
Last updated: 2023-04-05Ty Trenary
Ty Trenary is running for re-election for Snohomish County Sheriff on his record of finding alternatives to incarceration.
Ty Trenary is running for re-election for Snohomish County Sheriff on his record of finding alternatives to incarceration. He states that the Snohomish County Jail should not serve as the largest mental health facility in the county, and that traditional policing is not effective against the county's opioid and mental health issues. Instead, Trenary has created the Office of Neighborhoods program, which pairs social workers with police officers to help those struggling with addiction on the streets. The program also helps those who are struggling to find work. If re-elected, he will continue to focus on community policing and accountability.
Trenary is being challenged by his sergeant, Adam Fortney, who is focusing on increasing arrests and enforcement. Trenary has been endorsed by a broad slate of Democratic state representatives and elected officials and is the best choice in this race.
Ty Trenary
Ty Trenary is running for re-election for Snohomish County Sheriff on his record of finding alternatives to incarceration.
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Ty Trenary is running for re-election for Snohomish County Sheriff on his record of finding alternatives to incarceration. He states that the Snohomish County Jail should not serve as the largest mental health facility in the county, and that traditional policing is not effective against the county's opioid and mental health issues. Instead, Trenary has created the Office of Neighborhoods program, which pairs social workers with police officers to help those struggling with addiction on the streets. The program also helps those who are struggling to find work. If re-elected, he will continue to focus on community policing and accountability.
Trenary is being challenged by his sergeant, Adam Fortney, who is focusing on increasing arrests and enforcement. Trenary has been endorsed by a broad slate of Democratic state representatives and elected officials and is the best choice in this race.
Last updated: 2023-04-05
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Brian Sullivan is running for Snohomish County Treasurer after being term-limited from running again for the Snohomish County Council. A small business owner and former chair of the Finance and Economic Committee, Sullivan has worked to promote the economy of Snohomish County and support living wages for all. After first being elected to public office at the age of 23, Sullivan has served in a variety of roles including in the state House, where he was recognized as an environmental champion, as Mukilteo's mayor, and as a Mukilteo City Council member. A strong advocate for rainy day funds while on the county council, Sullivan is running to bring his decades of budget experience to the treasurer’s office while making it more transparent and better suited to serve vulnerable residents like seniors and working families.
He faces Marysville City Councilman Rob Toyer, who previously ran as a Republican for Legislature against Hans Dunshee. Sullivan is the best choice in this race.Last updated: 2023-04-05Brian Sullivan
Brian Sullivan is running for Snohomish County Treasurer after being term-limited from running again for the Snohomish County Council.
Brian Sullivan is running for Snohomish County Treasurer after being term-limited from running again for the Snohomish County Council. A small business owner and former chair of the Finance and Economic Committee, Sullivan has worked to promote the economy of Snohomish County and support living wages for all. After first being elected to public office at the age of 23, Sullivan has served in a variety of roles including in the state House, where he was recognized as an environmental champion, as Mukilteo's mayor, and as a Mukilteo City Council member. A strong advocate for rainy day funds while on the county council, Sullivan is running to bring his decades of budget experience to the treasurer’s office while making it more transparent and better suited to serve vulnerable residents like seniors and working families.
He faces Marysville City Councilman Rob Toyer, who previously ran as a Republican for Legislature against Hans Dunshee. Sullivan is the best choice in this race.Brian Sullivan
Brian Sullivan is running for Snohomish County Treasurer after being term-limited from running again for the Snohomish County Council.
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Brian Sullivan is running for Snohomish County Treasurer after being term-limited from running again for the Snohomish County Council. A small business owner and former chair of the Finance and Economic Committee, Sullivan has worked to promote the economy of Snohomish County and support living wages for all. After first being elected to public office at the age of 23, Sullivan has served in a variety of roles including in the state House, where he was recognized as an environmental champion, as Mukilteo's mayor, and as a Mukilteo City Council member. A strong advocate for rainy day funds while on the county council, Sullivan is running to bring his decades of budget experience to the treasurer’s office while making it more transparent and better suited to serve vulnerable residents like seniors and working families.
He faces Marysville City Councilman Rob Toyer, who previously ran as a Republican for Legislature against Hans Dunshee. Sullivan is the best choice in this race.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.
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Longtime King County Council member and civil rights legend Larry Gossett is running for re-election in District 2. Gossett is a progressive stalwart on the council. Recently, Gossett was the prime sponsor of legislation establishing King County as a sanctuary for immigrants and refugees. He also led the effort to block King County jails from honoring ICE detainer requests.
Gossett began his career by founding the Black Student Union at the University of Washington and joined leaders from other communities of color in a high-profile series of protests for justice and equality in the 1960s and 1970s. He is now running for a seventh term focused on expanding affordable housing, reducing racial disproportionality in the criminal justice system, and improving transit access.
Gossett is a great choice if you're looking for a progressive council member with a demonstrated track record of fighting for civil rights.
Last updated: 2023-04-05Larry Gossett
Longtime King County Council member and civil rights legend Larry Gossett is running for re-election in District 2. Gossett is a progressive stalwart on the council.
Longtime King County Council member and civil rights legend Larry Gossett is running for re-election in District 2. Gossett is a progressive stalwart on the council. Recently, Gossett was the prime sponsor of legislation establishing King County as a sanctuary for immigrants and refugees. He also led the effort to block King County jails from honoring ICE detainer requests.
Gossett began his career by founding the Black Student Union at the University of Washington and joined leaders from other communities of color in a high-profile series of protests for justice and equality in the 1960s and 1970s. He is now running for a seventh term focused on expanding affordable housing, reducing racial disproportionality in the criminal justice system, and improving transit access.
Gossett is a great choice if you're looking for a progressive council member with a demonstrated track record of fighting for civil rights.
Larry Gossett
Longtime King County Council member and civil rights legend Larry Gossett is running for re-election in District 2. Gossett is a progressive stalwart on the council.
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Longtime King County Council member and civil rights legend Larry Gossett is running for re-election in District 2. Gossett is a progressive stalwart on the council. Recently, Gossett was the prime sponsor of legislation establishing King County as a sanctuary for immigrants and refugees. He also led the effort to block King County jails from honoring ICE detainer requests.
Gossett began his career by founding the Black Student Union at the University of Washington and joined leaders from other communities of color in a high-profile series of protests for justice and equality in the 1960s and 1970s. He is now running for a seventh term focused on expanding affordable housing, reducing racial disproportionality in the criminal justice system, and improving transit access.
Gossett is a great choice if you're looking for a progressive council member with a demonstrated track record of fighting for civil rights.
Last updated: 2023-04-05
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Attorney and nonprofit founder Girmay Zahilay is challenging Councilmember Larry Gossett in King County, District 2. Zahilay, who is the child of Ethiopian refugees, is prioritizing making systemic changes to alleviate homelessness, improving access to transit, and tackling environmental justice. He has made it clear he’s not running to criticize Gossett but to carry on his legacy. Zahilay supports a housing-first approach to homelessness and wants to create a central authority to coordinate the response across agencies and locations. As the co-founder of Rising Leaders, a group that provides mentorship and leadership development to underserved middle school students, Zahilay believes that a stronger mentorship system in Seattle Public Schools could help alleviate the achievement gap.
Zahilay earned strong support in the primary election. He is a great choice if you’re looking for new leadership on the King County Council.
Last updated: 2023-04-05Girmay Zahilay
Attorney and nonprofit founder Girmay Zahilay is challenging Councilmember Larry Gossett in King County, District 2.
Attorney and nonprofit founder Girmay Zahilay is challenging Councilmember Larry Gossett in King County, District 2. Zahilay, who is the child of Ethiopian refugees, is prioritizing making systemic changes to alleviate homelessness, improving access to transit, and tackling environmental justice. He has made it clear he’s not running to criticize Gossett but to carry on his legacy. Zahilay supports a housing-first approach to homelessness and wants to create a central authority to coordinate the response across agencies and locations. As the co-founder of Rising Leaders, a group that provides mentorship and leadership development to underserved middle school students, Zahilay believes that a stronger mentorship system in Seattle Public Schools could help alleviate the achievement gap.
Zahilay earned strong support in the primary election. He is a great choice if you’re looking for new leadership on the King County Council.
Girmay Zahilay
Attorney and nonprofit founder Girmay Zahilay is challenging Councilmember Larry Gossett in King County, District 2.
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Attorney and nonprofit founder Girmay Zahilay is challenging Councilmember Larry Gossett in King County, District 2. Zahilay, who is the child of Ethiopian refugees, is prioritizing making systemic changes to alleviate homelessness, improving access to transit, and tackling environmental justice. He has made it clear he’s not running to criticize Gossett but to carry on his legacy. Zahilay supports a housing-first approach to homelessness and wants to create a central authority to coordinate the response across agencies and locations. As the co-founder of Rising Leaders, a group that provides mentorship and leadership development to underserved middle school students, Zahilay believes that a stronger mentorship system in Seattle Public Schools could help alleviate the achievement gap.
Zahilay earned strong support in the primary election. He is a great choice if you’re looking for new leadership on the King County Council.
Last updated: 2023-04-05
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Councilmember Jeanne Kohl-Welles is running for re-election to continue her work on homelessness and expanding access to childcare. Previously, Kohl-Welles served in the state Legislature from 1992 until she ran for council in 2015. Throughout her career, Kohl-Welles has been a progressive leader in the fight against human trafficking and has long championed gun safety measures. In addition, she was an early proponent of reforming our state's drug laws to expand access to medical marijuana and reduce incarceration for low-level drug possession. Recently, Kohl-Welles sponsored long-overdue legislation to align and streamline homeless services between the City of Seattle and King County.
Kohl-Welles is a great choice if you're looking for an experienced council member with a demonstrated track record of fighting for progressive causes.
Last updated: 2023-04-05Jeanne Kohl-Welles
Councilmember Jeanne Kohl-Welles is running for re-election to continue her work on homelessness and expanding access to childcare. Previously, Kohl-Welles served in the state Legislature from 1992 until she ran for council in 2015.
Councilmember Jeanne Kohl-Welles is running for re-election to continue her work on homelessness and expanding access to childcare. Previously, Kohl-Welles served in the state Legislature from 1992 until she ran for council in 2015. Throughout her career, Kohl-Welles has been a progressive leader in the fight against human trafficking and has long championed gun safety measures. In addition, she was an early proponent of reforming our state's drug laws to expand access to medical marijuana and reduce incarceration for low-level drug possession. Recently, Kohl-Welles sponsored long-overdue legislation to align and streamline homeless services between the City of Seattle and King County.
Kohl-Welles is a great choice if you're looking for an experienced council member with a demonstrated track record of fighting for progressive causes.
Jeanne Kohl-Welles
Councilmember Jeanne Kohl-Welles is running for re-election to continue her work on homelessness and expanding access to childcare. Previously, Kohl-Welles served in the state Legislature from 1992 until she ran for council in 2015.
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Councilmember Jeanne Kohl-Welles is running for re-election to continue her work on homelessness and expanding access to childcare. Previously, Kohl-Welles served in the state Legislature from 1992 until she ran for council in 2015. Throughout her career, Kohl-Welles has been a progressive leader in the fight against human trafficking and has long championed gun safety measures. In addition, she was an early proponent of reforming our state's drug laws to expand access to medical marijuana and reduce incarceration for low-level drug possession. Recently, Kohl-Welles sponsored long-overdue legislation to align and streamline homeless services between the City of Seattle and King County.
Kohl-Welles is a great choice if you're looking for an experienced council member with a demonstrated track record of fighting for progressive causes.
Last updated: 2023-04-05
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Abigail Doerr is a transportation and environmental advocate who is running to bring new energy to the King County Council. Doerr is a former staff member of the Transportation Choices Coalition who led the successful campaign to expand Sound Transit in 2016 as well as the campaign for a carbon tax in 2018.
Doerr thinks King County Council members should be more engaged in the community and should provide stronger leadership on progressive issues, especially transportation and homelessness. As such, she has proposed an ambitious 20-year plan to dramatically increase the availability of both low-and-middle-income housing. She also wants to expand the Best Starts For Kids initiative to support young people and end the school-to-prison pipeline.
Doerr is a great choice if you’re looking for new leadership on the King County Council.
Last updated: 2023-04-05Abigail Doerr
Abigail Doerr is a transportation and environmental advocate who is running to bring new energy to the King County Council.
Abigail Doerr is a transportation and environmental advocate who is running to bring new energy to the King County Council. Doerr is a former staff member of the Transportation Choices Coalition who led the successful campaign to expand Sound Transit in 2016 as well as the campaign for a carbon tax in 2018.
Doerr thinks King County Council members should be more engaged in the community and should provide stronger leadership on progressive issues, especially transportation and homelessness. As such, she has proposed an ambitious 20-year plan to dramatically increase the availability of both low-and-middle-income housing. She also wants to expand the Best Starts For Kids initiative to support young people and end the school-to-prison pipeline.
Doerr is a great choice if you’re looking for new leadership on the King County Council.
Abigail Doerr
Abigail Doerr is a transportation and environmental advocate who is running to bring new energy to the King County Council.
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Abigail Doerr is a transportation and environmental advocate who is running to bring new energy to the King County Council. Doerr is a former staff member of the Transportation Choices Coalition who led the successful campaign to expand Sound Transit in 2016 as well as the campaign for a carbon tax in 2018.
Doerr thinks King County Council members should be more engaged in the community and should provide stronger leadership on progressive issues, especially transportation and homelessness. As such, she has proposed an ambitious 20-year plan to dramatically increase the availability of both low-and-middle-income housing. She also wants to expand the Best Starts For Kids initiative to support young people and end the school-to-prison pipeline.
Doerr is a great choice if you’re looking for new leadership on the King County Council.
Last updated: 2023-04-05
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Claudia Balducci is running for re-election to King County Council, District 6. Balducci previously served as the mayor of Bellevue and on the Bellevue City Council. She is running a strong campaign on a platform of affordable housing, transportation options that fit the way we live, keeping the environment healthy, and education for all King County students. Balducci was unanimously elected to be the council’s Vice Chair of Policy Development and Review in 2019.
Balducci's opponent, Bill Hirt, is a perennial candidate who opposes light rail and doesn't have much more of a campaign platform beyond that.
Balducci has been a strong and effective leader on the King County Council and deserves your vote.Last updated: 2023-04-05Claudia Balducci
Claudia Balducci is running for re-election to King County Council, District 6. Balducci previously served as the mayor of Bellevue and on the Bellevue City Council.
Claudia Balducci is running for re-election to King County Council, District 6. Balducci previously served as the mayor of Bellevue and on the Bellevue City Council. She is running a strong campaign on a platform of affordable housing, transportation options that fit the way we live, keeping the environment healthy, and education for all King County students. Balducci was unanimously elected to be the council’s Vice Chair of Policy Development and Review in 2019.
Balducci's opponent, Bill Hirt, is a perennial candidate who opposes light rail and doesn't have much more of a campaign platform beyond that.
Balducci has been a strong and effective leader on the King County Council and deserves your vote.Claudia Balducci
Claudia Balducci is running for re-election to King County Council, District 6. Balducci previously served as the mayor of Bellevue and on the Bellevue City Council.
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Claudia Balducci is running for re-election to King County Council, District 6. Balducci previously served as the mayor of Bellevue and on the Bellevue City Council. She is running a strong campaign on a platform of affordable housing, transportation options that fit the way we live, keeping the environment healthy, and education for all King County students. Balducci was unanimously elected to be the council’s Vice Chair of Policy Development and Review in 2019.
Balducci's opponent, Bill Hirt, is a perennial candidate who opposes light rail and doesn't have much more of a campaign platform beyond that.
Balducci has been a strong and effective leader on the King County Council and deserves your vote.Last updated: 2023-04-05
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Incumbent Joe McDermott first joined the council in 2010 and in 2016 was chosen to be council chair. He has advocated for civil rights, safe communities, and transportation. In the last few years on the council, he has introduced the King County Gun Safety Action Plan to address the public health crisis of gun violence, supported county efforts to increase shelter capacity and build more affordable housing, and is working to address racial disproportionality in King County’s juvenile justice system.
McDermott is running against Michael Robert Neher, who is not running a viable campaign. McDermott is the clear choice in this race.
Last updated: 2023-04-05Joe McDermott
Incumbent Joe McDermott first joined the council in 2010 and in 2016 was chosen to be council chair. He has advocated for civil rights, safe communities, and transportation.
Incumbent Joe McDermott first joined the council in 2010 and in 2016 was chosen to be council chair. He has advocated for civil rights, safe communities, and transportation. In the last few years on the council, he has introduced the King County Gun Safety Action Plan to address the public health crisis of gun violence, supported county efforts to increase shelter capacity and build more affordable housing, and is working to address racial disproportionality in King County’s juvenile justice system.
McDermott is running against Michael Robert Neher, who is not running a viable campaign. McDermott is the clear choice in this race.
Joe McDermott
Incumbent Joe McDermott first joined the council in 2010 and in 2016 was chosen to be council chair. He has advocated for civil rights, safe communities, and transportation.
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Incumbent Joe McDermott first joined the council in 2010 and in 2016 was chosen to be council chair. He has advocated for civil rights, safe communities, and transportation. In the last few years on the council, he has introduced the King County Gun Safety Action Plan to address the public health crisis of gun violence, supported county efforts to increase shelter capacity and build more affordable housing, and is working to address racial disproportionality in King County’s juvenile justice system.
McDermott is running against Michael Robert Neher, who is not running a viable campaign. McDermott is the clear choice in this race.
Last updated: 2023-04-05
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Megan Dunn, the program director for the Northwest Center for Alternatives to Pesticides, is running for Snohomish County Council, District 2. She led the successful effort to create districts for the Everett City Council and recently served on the Everett Community Streets Initiative Task Force, which helps address homelessness in downtown Everett. While serving as a Democratic precinct committee officer, she helped develop a platform for environmental protections, voting rights, a resilient economy, and healthcare access for all. Dunn also worked with Service Employees International Union (SEIU) to help secure a citywide contract which includes the first-ever guaranteed sick days.
Dunn is running for Snohomish County Council in District 2 to continue her work on community-building and environmental sustainability. She has received a number of endorsements from community leaders and members of the Everett City Council.
Dunn's opponent is current Mukilteo City Councilmember Anna Rohrbough. She is a Republican who is running on a conservative platform that includes putting homeless people in jail instead of addressing the root causes of homelessness.
Dunn is by far the best choice in this race.Last updated: 2023-04-05Megan Dunn
Megan Dunn, the program director for the Northwest Center for Alternatives to Pesticides, is running for Snohomish County Council, District 2.
Megan Dunn, the program director for the Northwest Center for Alternatives to Pesticides, is running for Snohomish County Council, District 2. She led the successful effort to create districts for the Everett City Council and recently served on the Everett Community Streets Initiative Task Force, which helps address homelessness in downtown Everett. While serving as a Democratic precinct committee officer, she helped develop a platform for environmental protections, voting rights, a resilient economy, and healthcare access for all. Dunn also worked with Service Employees International Union (SEIU) to help secure a citywide contract which includes the first-ever guaranteed sick days.
Dunn is running for Snohomish County Council in District 2 to continue her work on community-building and environmental sustainability. She has received a number of endorsements from community leaders and members of the Everett City Council.
Dunn's opponent is current Mukilteo City Councilmember Anna Rohrbough. She is a Republican who is running on a conservative platform that includes putting homeless people in jail instead of addressing the root causes of homelessness.
Dunn is by far the best choice in this race.Megan Dunn
Megan Dunn, the program director for the Northwest Center for Alternatives to Pesticides, is running for Snohomish County Council, District 2.
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Megan Dunn, the program director for the Northwest Center for Alternatives to Pesticides, is running for Snohomish County Council, District 2. She led the successful effort to create districts for the Everett City Council and recently served on the Everett Community Streets Initiative Task Force, which helps address homelessness in downtown Everett. While serving as a Democratic precinct committee officer, she helped develop a platform for environmental protections, voting rights, a resilient economy, and healthcare access for all. Dunn also worked with Service Employees International Union (SEIU) to help secure a citywide contract which includes the first-ever guaranteed sick days.
Dunn is running for Snohomish County Council in District 2 to continue her work on community-building and environmental sustainability. She has received a number of endorsements from community leaders and members of the Everett City Council.
Dunn's opponent is current Mukilteo City Councilmember Anna Rohrbough. She is a Republican who is running on a conservative platform that includes putting homeless people in jail instead of addressing the root causes of homelessness.
Dunn is by far the best choice in this race.Last updated: 2023-04-05
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Incumbent Stephanie Wright is running for re-election to the Snohomish County Council in District 3. She has worked with community organizations like the Sierra Club and Planned Parenthood throughout the years. If re-elected, she will continue to work on jobs, water use, balancing transit with bike lanes and roads, protecting parks, and increasing affordable housing.
Wright is running against Willie Russell, a former Democratic precinct officer who is choosing to run as a nonpartisan candidate. Russell is a registered sex offender due to three convictions in 1989, including second-degree rape. He has submitted no information about his campaign to the general county voters' guide or anywhere else.
Wright is the clear choice in this race.Last updated: 2023-04-05Stephanie Wright
Incumbent Stephanie Wright is running for re-election to the Snohomish County Council in District 3. She has worked with community organizations like the Sierra Club and Planned Parenthood throughout the years.
Incumbent Stephanie Wright is running for re-election to the Snohomish County Council in District 3. She has worked with community organizations like the Sierra Club and Planned Parenthood throughout the years. If re-elected, she will continue to work on jobs, water use, balancing transit with bike lanes and roads, protecting parks, and increasing affordable housing.
Wright is running against Willie Russell, a former Democratic precinct officer who is choosing to run as a nonpartisan candidate. Russell is a registered sex offender due to three convictions in 1989, including second-degree rape. He has submitted no information about his campaign to the general county voters' guide or anywhere else.
Wright is the clear choice in this race.Stephanie Wright
Incumbent Stephanie Wright is running for re-election to the Snohomish County Council in District 3. She has worked with community organizations like the Sierra Club and Planned Parenthood throughout the years.
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Incumbent Stephanie Wright is running for re-election to the Snohomish County Council in District 3. She has worked with community organizations like the Sierra Club and Planned Parenthood throughout the years. If re-elected, she will continue to work on jobs, water use, balancing transit with bike lanes and roads, protecting parks, and increasing affordable housing.
Wright is running against Willie Russell, a former Democratic precinct officer who is choosing to run as a nonpartisan candidate. Russell is a registered sex offender due to three convictions in 1989, including second-degree rape. He has submitted no information about his campaign to the general county voters' guide or anywhere else.
Wright is the clear choice in this race.Last updated: 2023-04-05
Port Races
Depending on where you live, you may have one of the below races on your ballot.
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Anthony Distefano is a Washington State Ferries employee running for Port of Bellingham, Commissioner District 3. He has served as the shop steward for the Inlandboatmen's Union since 2017 and his professional experiences include consulting on effective heating for Alaskan Native villages and serving as an engineer and coordinator of operations for Earthrace, an environmental company. Distefano is running for Port of Bellingham to promote family-wage jobs at the waterfront, hone the balance between industry and environmental preservation, promote good stewardship of the Salish Sea, and provide broadband for all.
Distefano is challenging commercial fisherman and incumbent Bobby Briscoe. He was first elected to the Port of Bellingham in 2016 and wants to prioritize the construction of a container barge terminal on the waterfront, expand the fish hatchery program, and bring new businesses to Whatcom County. While Briscoe has been an ally of workers at the port and has earned several union endorsements, he has fallen short on his commitments to protect the environment.
Distefano's experience, progressive values, and endorsements from community leaders make him the best choice for Port of Bellingham, Commissioner District 3.
Last updated: 2023-04-05Anthony Distefano
Anthony Distefano is a Washington State Ferries employee running for Port of Bellingham, Commissioner District 3.
Anthony Distefano is a Washington State Ferries employee running for Port of Bellingham, Commissioner District 3. He has served as the shop steward for the Inlandboatmen's Union since 2017 and his professional experiences include consulting on effective heating for Alaskan Native villages and serving as an engineer and coordinator of operations for Earthrace, an environmental company. Distefano is running for Port of Bellingham to promote family-wage jobs at the waterfront, hone the balance between industry and environmental preservation, promote good stewardship of the Salish Sea, and provide broadband for all.
Distefano is challenging commercial fisherman and incumbent Bobby Briscoe. He was first elected to the Port of Bellingham in 2016 and wants to prioritize the construction of a container barge terminal on the waterfront, expand the fish hatchery program, and bring new businesses to Whatcom County. While Briscoe has been an ally of workers at the port and has earned several union endorsements, he has fallen short on his commitments to protect the environment.
Distefano's experience, progressive values, and endorsements from community leaders make him the best choice for Port of Bellingham, Commissioner District 3.
Anthony Distefano
Anthony Distefano is a Washington State Ferries employee running for Port of Bellingham, Commissioner District 3.
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Anthony Distefano is a Washington State Ferries employee running for Port of Bellingham, Commissioner District 3. He has served as the shop steward for the Inlandboatmen's Union since 2017 and his professional experiences include consulting on effective heating for Alaskan Native villages and serving as an engineer and coordinator of operations for Earthrace, an environmental company. Distefano is running for Port of Bellingham to promote family-wage jobs at the waterfront, hone the balance between industry and environmental preservation, promote good stewardship of the Salish Sea, and provide broadband for all.
Distefano is challenging commercial fisherman and incumbent Bobby Briscoe. He was first elected to the Port of Bellingham in 2016 and wants to prioritize the construction of a container barge terminal on the waterfront, expand the fish hatchery program, and bring new businesses to Whatcom County. While Briscoe has been an ally of workers at the port and has earned several union endorsements, he has fallen short on his commitments to protect the environment.
Distefano's experience, progressive values, and endorsements from community leaders make him the best choice for Port of Bellingham, Commissioner District 3.
Last updated: 2023-04-05
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Helen Wheatley is running for Port Commissioner, District No. 1 for the Port of Olympia. Wheatley is an environmental activist who has advocated for the cleanup of Eastern's Washington's Hanford nuclear site. She currently serves as vice chair of her neighborhood association and was honored in 2018 as Thurston County Democrat of the Year. Wheatley's platform is incredibly progressive and includes protecting public health through pollution cleanup, balancing environmental and economic interests to help the port thrive, and adopting affordable and effective strategies that will ensure Thurston County is ready for the impacts of climate change.
Wheatley's opponent, Joe Downing, is running for re-election. His platform acknowledges the need to reduce the carbon footprint of the port and protect the Puget Sound, but it is not as comprehensive or progressive as Wheatley's.
We recommend Helen Wheatley for Port Commissioner, District No. 1.
Last updated: 2023-04-05Helen Wheatley
Helen Wheatley is running for Port Commissioner, District No. 1 for the Port of Olympia. Wheatley is an environmental activist who has advocated for the cleanup of Eastern's Washington's Hanford nuclear site.
Helen Wheatley is running for Port Commissioner, District No. 1 for the Port of Olympia. Wheatley is an environmental activist who has advocated for the cleanup of Eastern's Washington's Hanford nuclear site. She currently serves as vice chair of her neighborhood association and was honored in 2018 as Thurston County Democrat of the Year. Wheatley's platform is incredibly progressive and includes protecting public health through pollution cleanup, balancing environmental and economic interests to help the port thrive, and adopting affordable and effective strategies that will ensure Thurston County is ready for the impacts of climate change.
Wheatley's opponent, Joe Downing, is running for re-election. His platform acknowledges the need to reduce the carbon footprint of the port and protect the Puget Sound, but it is not as comprehensive or progressive as Wheatley's.
We recommend Helen Wheatley for Port Commissioner, District No. 1.
Helen Wheatley
Helen Wheatley is running for Port Commissioner, District No. 1 for the Port of Olympia. Wheatley is an environmental activist who has advocated for the cleanup of Eastern's Washington's Hanford nuclear site.
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Helen Wheatley is running for Port Commissioner, District No. 1 for the Port of Olympia. Wheatley is an environmental activist who has advocated for the cleanup of Eastern's Washington's Hanford nuclear site. She currently serves as vice chair of her neighborhood association and was honored in 2018 as Thurston County Democrat of the Year. Wheatley's platform is incredibly progressive and includes protecting public health through pollution cleanup, balancing environmental and economic interests to help the port thrive, and adopting affordable and effective strategies that will ensure Thurston County is ready for the impacts of climate change.
Wheatley's opponent, Joe Downing, is running for re-election. His platform acknowledges the need to reduce the carbon footprint of the port and protect the Puget Sound, but it is not as comprehensive or progressive as Wheatley's.
We recommend Helen Wheatley for Port Commissioner, District No. 1.
Last updated: 2023-04-05
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Sam Cho, the co-founder of an international export company, is running for Port of Seattle, Commissioner Position 2. He served on Gov. Jay Inslee’s Commission on Asian Pacific American Affairs and previously worked on trade issues for a member of Congress. As the son of South Korean immigrants, Cho is running to make the Port of Seattle work better for all people in King County, from reducing congestion at SeaTac Airport to supporting low-income families south of the airport who are impacted by noise and air pollution. He also wants to use the port as an economic engine to create opportunities for the county’s rapidly growing population.
Cho is running against attorney and former Bellevue City Councilmember Grant Degginger. His priorities for the port include balancing investment in clean fuels and carbon reduction with careful growth and ensuring contract equity at the airport for all businesses. As the port expands its construction projects, Degginger states his role as past chair of the Washington Public Disclosure Commission will mean more transparency for voters.Cho is the best choice in this race because of his strong support from our Progressive Voters Guide partners.
Last updated: 2023-04-05Sam Cho
Sam Cho, the co-founder of an international export company, is running for Port of Seattle, Commissioner Position 2. He served on Gov. Jay Inslee’s Commission on Asian Pacific American Affairs and previously worked on trade issues for a member of Congress.
Sam Cho, the co-founder of an international export company, is running for Port of Seattle, Commissioner Position 2. He served on Gov. Jay Inslee’s Commission on Asian Pacific American Affairs and previously worked on trade issues for a member of Congress. As the son of South Korean immigrants, Cho is running to make the Port of Seattle work better for all people in King County, from reducing congestion at SeaTac Airport to supporting low-income families south of the airport who are impacted by noise and air pollution. He also wants to use the port as an economic engine to create opportunities for the county’s rapidly growing population.
Cho is running against attorney and former Bellevue City Councilmember Grant Degginger. His priorities for the port include balancing investment in clean fuels and carbon reduction with careful growth and ensuring contract equity at the airport for all businesses. As the port expands its construction projects, Degginger states his role as past chair of the Washington Public Disclosure Commission will mean more transparency for voters.Cho is the best choice in this race because of his strong support from our Progressive Voters Guide partners.
Sam Cho
Sam Cho, the co-founder of an international export company, is running for Port of Seattle, Commissioner Position 2. He served on Gov. Jay Inslee’s Commission on Asian Pacific American Affairs and previously worked on trade issues for a member of Congress.
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Sam Cho, the co-founder of an international export company, is running for Port of Seattle, Commissioner Position 2. He served on Gov. Jay Inslee’s Commission on Asian Pacific American Affairs and previously worked on trade issues for a member of Congress. As the son of South Korean immigrants, Cho is running to make the Port of Seattle work better for all people in King County, from reducing congestion at SeaTac Airport to supporting low-income families south of the airport who are impacted by noise and air pollution. He also wants to use the port as an economic engine to create opportunities for the county’s rapidly growing population.
Cho is running against attorney and former Bellevue City Councilmember Grant Degginger. His priorities for the port include balancing investment in clean fuels and carbon reduction with careful growth and ensuring contract equity at the airport for all businesses. As the port expands its construction projects, Degginger states his role as past chair of the Washington Public Disclosure Commission will mean more transparency for voters.Cho is the best choice in this race because of his strong support from our Progressive Voters Guide partners.
Last updated: 2023-04-05
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Incumbent Fred Felleman is an environmental consultant and marine biologist. He is running to retain his seat on the Seattle Port Commission to continue fighting climate change and increase the port's green energy jobs. He has been a leader on the commission on protecting orcas, publicly opposing the dangerous Kinder Morgan Trans Mountain pipeline, and advocating for well-paying jobs. The port faced criticism following Trump's Muslim ban when some protesters on the light rail were forced to skip the airport station. However, Felleman was among numerous leaders who released a statement condemning the ban and calling for an evaluation of the numerous government agencies’ response at the airport.
Felleman is being challenged by attorney Garth Jacobson. His priorities include pausing cruise line terminal growth until pollution cleanup efforts are further along, finding a way to eliminate the bus shuttles from the car rental facility, and installing availability lights in the airport parking structure. According to The Seattle Times, as of the primary election he has never attended a port commission meeting.
Felleman is the best choice for Port of Seattle, Commissioner Position 5.
Last updated: 2023-04-05Fred Felleman
Incumbent Fred Felleman is an environmental consultant and marine biologist. He is running to retain his seat on the Seattle Port Commission to continue fighting climate change and increase the port's green energy jobs.
Incumbent Fred Felleman is an environmental consultant and marine biologist. He is running to retain his seat on the Seattle Port Commission to continue fighting climate change and increase the port's green energy jobs. He has been a leader on the commission on protecting orcas, publicly opposing the dangerous Kinder Morgan Trans Mountain pipeline, and advocating for well-paying jobs. The port faced criticism following Trump's Muslim ban when some protesters on the light rail were forced to skip the airport station. However, Felleman was among numerous leaders who released a statement condemning the ban and calling for an evaluation of the numerous government agencies’ response at the airport.
Felleman is being challenged by attorney Garth Jacobson. His priorities include pausing cruise line terminal growth until pollution cleanup efforts are further along, finding a way to eliminate the bus shuttles from the car rental facility, and installing availability lights in the airport parking structure. According to The Seattle Times, as of the primary election he has never attended a port commission meeting.
Felleman is the best choice for Port of Seattle, Commissioner Position 5.
Fred Felleman
Incumbent Fred Felleman is an environmental consultant and marine biologist. He is running to retain his seat on the Seattle Port Commission to continue fighting climate change and increase the port's green energy jobs.
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Incumbent Fred Felleman is an environmental consultant and marine biologist. He is running to retain his seat on the Seattle Port Commission to continue fighting climate change and increase the port's green energy jobs. He has been a leader on the commission on protecting orcas, publicly opposing the dangerous Kinder Morgan Trans Mountain pipeline, and advocating for well-paying jobs. The port faced criticism following Trump's Muslim ban when some protesters on the light rail were forced to skip the airport station. However, Felleman was among numerous leaders who released a statement condemning the ban and calling for an evaluation of the numerous government agencies’ response at the airport.
Felleman is being challenged by attorney Garth Jacobson. His priorities include pausing cruise line terminal growth until pollution cleanup efforts are further along, finding a way to eliminate the bus shuttles from the car rental facility, and installing availability lights in the airport parking structure. According to The Seattle Times, as of the primary election he has never attended a port commission meeting.
Felleman is the best choice for Port of Seattle, Commissioner Position 5.
Last updated: 2023-04-05
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Frank Boykin is an account manager with United Parcel Service running for Port of Tacoma, Position 3. He has served as vice chair of the University Place Planning Commission as well as a leader in Tacoma's Black Collective, the Annie Wright School, Pierce College Foundation, and Washington’s Commission on African American Affairs. Boykin is running to increase the port's engagement with the community, encourage responsible growth, and protect family-wage jobs.
He is running against Deanna Keller, a Marine Corps veteran who is currently the CEO and President of Kel-Tech Plastics in Tacoma. She is focusing on modernizing facilities at the port, creating family-wage jobs, and keeping the port competitive in the region.
Boykin is the best choice in this race.Last updated: 2023-04-05Frank Boykin
Frank Boykin is an account manager with United Parcel Service running for Port of Tacoma, Position 3.
Frank Boykin is an account manager with United Parcel Service running for Port of Tacoma, Position 3. He has served as vice chair of the University Place Planning Commission as well as a leader in Tacoma's Black Collective, the Annie Wright School, Pierce College Foundation, and Washington’s Commission on African American Affairs. Boykin is running to increase the port's engagement with the community, encourage responsible growth, and protect family-wage jobs.
He is running against Deanna Keller, a Marine Corps veteran who is currently the CEO and President of Kel-Tech Plastics in Tacoma. She is focusing on modernizing facilities at the port, creating family-wage jobs, and keeping the port competitive in the region.
Boykin is the best choice in this race.Frank Boykin
Frank Boykin is an account manager with United Parcel Service running for Port of Tacoma, Position 3.
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Frank Boykin is an account manager with United Parcel Service running for Port of Tacoma, Position 3. He has served as vice chair of the University Place Planning Commission as well as a leader in Tacoma's Black Collective, the Annie Wright School, Pierce College Foundation, and Washington’s Commission on African American Affairs. Boykin is running to increase the port's engagement with the community, encourage responsible growth, and protect family-wage jobs.
He is running against Deanna Keller, a Marine Corps veteran who is currently the CEO and President of Kel-Tech Plastics in Tacoma. She is focusing on modernizing facilities at the port, creating family-wage jobs, and keeping the port competitive in the region.
Boykin is the best choice in this race.Last updated: 2023-04-05
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Attorney Kristin Ang is running for Port of Tacoma Commissioner, Position 5 to build a sustainable vision for industry at the port. She seeks to protect community health and the environment by reducing noise and air pollution, improving water quality, and increasing shore power technology. Ang opposes the port's property tax and supports pressing businesses to clean up their share of pollution, developing a comprehensive public engagement plan, and working with tribes, businesses, and local government to create shared agendas for the port.
Ang is running against Dave Bryant, a Navy veteran who wants to optimize the loading and offloading of goods with surface transportation and update the port's infrastructure. However, he lacks Ang's knowledge and experience when it comes to environmental conservation and creating clean energy jobs.
Ang is the best choice in this race.Last updated: 2023-04-05Kristin Ang
Attorney Kristin Ang is running for Port of Tacoma Commissioner, Position 5 to build a sustainable vision for industry at the port. She seeks to protect community health and the environment by reducing noise and air pollution, improving water quality, and increasing shore power technology.
Attorney Kristin Ang is running for Port of Tacoma Commissioner, Position 5 to build a sustainable vision for industry at the port. She seeks to protect community health and the environment by reducing noise and air pollution, improving water quality, and increasing shore power technology. Ang opposes the port's property tax and supports pressing businesses to clean up their share of pollution, developing a comprehensive public engagement plan, and working with tribes, businesses, and local government to create shared agendas for the port.
Ang is running against Dave Bryant, a Navy veteran who wants to optimize the loading and offloading of goods with surface transportation and update the port's infrastructure. However, he lacks Ang's knowledge and experience when it comes to environmental conservation and creating clean energy jobs.
Ang is the best choice in this race.Kristin Ang
Attorney Kristin Ang is running for Port of Tacoma Commissioner, Position 5 to build a sustainable vision for industry at the port. She seeks to protect community health and the environment by reducing noise and air pollution, improving water quality, and increasing shore power technology.
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Attorney Kristin Ang is running for Port of Tacoma Commissioner, Position 5 to build a sustainable vision for industry at the port. She seeks to protect community health and the environment by reducing noise and air pollution, improving water quality, and increasing shore power technology. Ang opposes the port's property tax and supports pressing businesses to clean up their share of pollution, developing a comprehensive public engagement plan, and working with tribes, businesses, and local government to create shared agendas for the port.
Ang is running against Dave Bryant, a Navy veteran who wants to optimize the loading and offloading of goods with surface transportation and update the port's infrastructure. However, he lacks Ang's knowledge and experience when it comes to environmental conservation and creating clean energy jobs.
Ang is the best choice in this race.Last updated: 2023-04-05
Depending on where you live, you may have one of the below court races on your ballot.
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John H. Chun is running to retain Judge Position 1 on the Court of Appeals, Division 1, District 1. He was appointed to this seat in 2018 by Governor Inslee and was previously a King County Superior Court Judge as well as a private practice attorney and federal law clerk. Chun specializes in criminal, complex civil, and family law cases. He is endorsed by all of the Washington State Supreme Court Justices and many other judges around Washington. Chun is running unopposed and deserves your vote for the Court of Appeals, Division 1, District 1, Judge Position 1.
Last updated: 2023-04-05John H. Chun
John H. Chun is running to retain Judge Position 1 on the Court of Appeals, Division 1, District 1. He was appointed to this seat in 2018 by Governor Inslee and was previously a King County Superior Court Judge as well as a private practice attorney and federal law clerk.
John H. Chun is running to retain Judge Position 1 on the Court of Appeals, Division 1, District 1. He was appointed to this seat in 2018 by Governor Inslee and was previously a King County Superior Court Judge as well as a private practice attorney and federal law clerk. Chun specializes in criminal, complex civil, and family law cases. He is endorsed by all of the Washington State Supreme Court Justices and many other judges around Washington. Chun is running unopposed and deserves your vote for the Court of Appeals, Division 1, District 1, Judge Position 1.
John H. Chun
John H. Chun is running to retain Judge Position 1 on the Court of Appeals, Division 1, District 1. He was appointed to this seat in 2018 by Governor Inslee and was previously a King County Superior Court Judge as well as a private practice attorney and federal law clerk.
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John H. Chun is running to retain Judge Position 1 on the Court of Appeals, Division 1, District 1. He was appointed to this seat in 2018 by Governor Inslee and was previously a King County Superior Court Judge as well as a private practice attorney and federal law clerk. Chun specializes in criminal, complex civil, and family law cases. He is endorsed by all of the Washington State Supreme Court Justices and many other judges around Washington. Chun is running unopposed and deserves your vote for the Court of Appeals, Division 1, District 1, Judge Position 1.
Last updated: 2023-04-05
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Judge Lori K. Smith is running to retain Position 2 on the Court of Appeals, Division 1, District 1. She was appointed to this seat by Governor Inslee in 2018 and previously served on the King County Superior Court as a Family Law Court Commissioner and as a Deputy Prosecuting Attorney. Smith serves on the Minority and Justice Commission and co-chairs the Tribal and State Court Consortium. She often mentors young people and over her career has worked to increase access to justice and eliminate bias in the judicial system. Smith is running unopposed and deserves your vote for the Court of Appeals, Division 1, District 1, Position 2.
Last updated: 2023-04-05Lori K. Smith
Judge Lori K. Smith is running to retain Position 2 on the Court of Appeals, Division 1, District 1.
Judge Lori K. Smith is running to retain Position 2 on the Court of Appeals, Division 1, District 1. She was appointed to this seat by Governor Inslee in 2018 and previously served on the King County Superior Court as a Family Law Court Commissioner and as a Deputy Prosecuting Attorney. Smith serves on the Minority and Justice Commission and co-chairs the Tribal and State Court Consortium. She often mentors young people and over her career has worked to increase access to justice and eliminate bias in the judicial system. Smith is running unopposed and deserves your vote for the Court of Appeals, Division 1, District 1, Position 2.
Lori K. Smith
Judge Lori K. Smith is running to retain Position 2 on the Court of Appeals, Division 1, District 1.
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Judge Lori K. Smith is running to retain Position 2 on the Court of Appeals, Division 1, District 1. She was appointed to this seat by Governor Inslee in 2018 and previously served on the King County Superior Court as a Family Law Court Commissioner and as a Deputy Prosecuting Attorney. Smith serves on the Minority and Justice Commission and co-chairs the Tribal and State Court Consortium. She often mentors young people and over her career has worked to increase access to justice and eliminate bias in the judicial system. Smith is running unopposed and deserves your vote for the Court of Appeals, Division 1, District 1, Position 2.
Last updated: 2023-04-05
Depending on where you live, you may have one of the below court races on your ballot. The Progressive Voters Guide may skip recommendations for unopposed judicial races.
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Edirin Okoloko was appointed to the Snohomish County Superior Court, Position 7 by Governor Inslee and is running to retain his position. Okoloko dedicated his career to cases involving homicide, sexual assault, child abuse, and elder abuse as a deputy prosecuting attorney in the Snohomish County Prosecuting Attorney's Office. Before his work as a prosecutor, Okoloko was a judicial law clerk for former Snohomish County Superior Court Judge Michael Downes. He has numerous endorsements from Snohomish County, including the Snohomish County Democrats, Congresswoman Suzan DelBene, and Snohomish County Prosecuting Attorney Adam Cornell. Okoloko is running to retain Position 7 to maintain a sense of dignity, civility, and courtesy in the courts.
Okoloko is running against Everett lawyer Anna Alexander. Alexander is most known for defending persons accused of serious crimes. She is the president of Snohomish County Washington Women Lawyers but is not running a robust campaign.
Okoloko deserves your vote for Snohomish County Superior Court Position 7.Last updated: 2023-04-05Edirin Okoloko
Edirin Okoloko was appointed to the Snohomish County Superior Court, Position 7 by Governor Inslee and is running to retain his position.
Edirin Okoloko was appointed to the Snohomish County Superior Court, Position 7 by Governor Inslee and is running to retain his position. Okoloko dedicated his career to cases involving homicide, sexual assault, child abuse, and elder abuse as a deputy prosecuting attorney in the Snohomish County Prosecuting Attorney's Office. Before his work as a prosecutor, Okoloko was a judicial law clerk for former Snohomish County Superior Court Judge Michael Downes. He has numerous endorsements from Snohomish County, including the Snohomish County Democrats, Congresswoman Suzan DelBene, and Snohomish County Prosecuting Attorney Adam Cornell. Okoloko is running to retain Position 7 to maintain a sense of dignity, civility, and courtesy in the courts.
Okoloko is running against Everett lawyer Anna Alexander. Alexander is most known for defending persons accused of serious crimes. She is the president of Snohomish County Washington Women Lawyers but is not running a robust campaign.
Okoloko deserves your vote for Snohomish County Superior Court Position 7.Edirin Okoloko
Edirin Okoloko was appointed to the Snohomish County Superior Court, Position 7 by Governor Inslee and is running to retain his position.
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Edirin Okoloko was appointed to the Snohomish County Superior Court, Position 7 by Governor Inslee and is running to retain his position. Okoloko dedicated his career to cases involving homicide, sexual assault, child abuse, and elder abuse as a deputy prosecuting attorney in the Snohomish County Prosecuting Attorney's Office. Before his work as a prosecutor, Okoloko was a judicial law clerk for former Snohomish County Superior Court Judge Michael Downes. He has numerous endorsements from Snohomish County, including the Snohomish County Democrats, Congresswoman Suzan DelBene, and Snohomish County Prosecuting Attorney Adam Cornell. Okoloko is running to retain Position 7 to maintain a sense of dignity, civility, and courtesy in the courts.
Okoloko is running against Everett lawyer Anna Alexander. Alexander is most known for defending persons accused of serious crimes. She is the president of Snohomish County Washington Women Lawyers but is not running a robust campaign.
Okoloko deserves your vote for Snohomish County Superior Court Position 7.Last updated: 2023-04-05
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Paul Thompson was appointed to Snohomish County Superior Court, Position 14 by Governor Inslee in 2018 and is running to retain his position. He has worked as a Public Defender in Eastern Washington and a trial attorney with the Snohomish County Public Defender's Office. Thompson has been a leader in the legal community by serving as president of the Washington Defender Association and a board member of the Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Thompson is determined to use his judicial position to make a difference in the lives of those who have struggled with lack of access to justice, and is calling for the thoughtful collaboration of Snohomish County stakeholders on improving the high cost of litigation, funding the mental health system, reforming the bail system, and tackling outdated mandatory sentencing restrictions. Thompson is endorsed by numerous progressive elected officials and organizations.
Thompson is being challenged by Cassandra Lopez-Shaw, a lawyer who has operated her firm since 2011. Lopez-Shaw has previously worked in the Whatcom Public Defender's Office and the Snohomish County Public Defender's Association.
While Lopez-Shaw does have impressive past experience, we believe Judge Thompson is the best choice for Snohomish County Superior Court, Position 14.Last updated: 2023-04-05Paul W. Thompson
Paul Thompson was appointed to Snohomish County Superior Court, Position 14 by Governor Inslee in 2018 and is running to retain his position. He has worked as a Public Defender in Eastern Washington and a trial attorney with the Snohomish County Public Defender's Office.
Paul Thompson was appointed to Snohomish County Superior Court, Position 14 by Governor Inslee in 2018 and is running to retain his position. He has worked as a Public Defender in Eastern Washington and a trial attorney with the Snohomish County Public Defender's Office. Thompson has been a leader in the legal community by serving as president of the Washington Defender Association and a board member of the Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Thompson is determined to use his judicial position to make a difference in the lives of those who have struggled with lack of access to justice, and is calling for the thoughtful collaboration of Snohomish County stakeholders on improving the high cost of litigation, funding the mental health system, reforming the bail system, and tackling outdated mandatory sentencing restrictions. Thompson is endorsed by numerous progressive elected officials and organizations.
Thompson is being challenged by Cassandra Lopez-Shaw, a lawyer who has operated her firm since 2011. Lopez-Shaw has previously worked in the Whatcom Public Defender's Office and the Snohomish County Public Defender's Association.
While Lopez-Shaw does have impressive past experience, we believe Judge Thompson is the best choice for Snohomish County Superior Court, Position 14.Paul W. Thompson
Paul Thompson was appointed to Snohomish County Superior Court, Position 14 by Governor Inslee in 2018 and is running to retain his position. He has worked as a Public Defender in Eastern Washington and a trial attorney with the Snohomish County Public Defender's Office.
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Paul Thompson was appointed to Snohomish County Superior Court, Position 14 by Governor Inslee in 2018 and is running to retain his position. He has worked as a Public Defender in Eastern Washington and a trial attorney with the Snohomish County Public Defender's Office. Thompson has been a leader in the legal community by serving as president of the Washington Defender Association and a board member of the Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Thompson is determined to use his judicial position to make a difference in the lives of those who have struggled with lack of access to justice, and is calling for the thoughtful collaboration of Snohomish County stakeholders on improving the high cost of litigation, funding the mental health system, reforming the bail system, and tackling outdated mandatory sentencing restrictions. Thompson is endorsed by numerous progressive elected officials and organizations.
Thompson is being challenged by Cassandra Lopez-Shaw, a lawyer who has operated her firm since 2011. Lopez-Shaw has previously worked in the Whatcom Public Defender's Office and the Snohomish County Public Defender's Association.
While Lopez-Shaw does have impressive past experience, we believe Judge Thompson is the best choice for Snohomish County Superior Court, Position 14.Last updated: 2023-04-05
City Races
Depending on where you live, you may have the following city races on your ballot.
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Mason Thompson is a City of Bothell Parks and Recreation board member running to replace retiring Position 2 council member Andy Rheaume. Thompson is running to create Complete Neighborhoods, a concept which puts all basic amenities within walking distance to downtown and Canyon Park. He also wants to bring a dog park and mountain bike trails to Bothell. Thompson has been endorsed by a number of Democratic local leaders as well as six of seven current city council members.
Thompson is running against Leigh Henderson, a small business owner of Alexa’s Cafe and member of the Bothell-Kenmore Chamber of Commerce. According to her website, she is running to preserve the city’s character, be a good steward of local tax dollars, and be accountable to the people.
We recommend Thompson for Bothell City Council, Position 2 for his progressive values and community support.
Last updated: 2023-04-05Mason Thompson
Mason Thompson is a City of Bothell Parks and Recreation board member running to replace retiring Position 2 council member Andy Rheaume. Thompson is running to create Complete Neighborhoods, a concept which puts all basic amenities within walking distance to downtown and Canyon Park.
Mason Thompson is a City of Bothell Parks and Recreation board member running to replace retiring Position 2 council member Andy Rheaume. Thompson is running to create Complete Neighborhoods, a concept which puts all basic amenities within walking distance to downtown and Canyon Park. He also wants to bring a dog park and mountain bike trails to Bothell. Thompson has been endorsed by a number of Democratic local leaders as well as six of seven current city council members.
Thompson is running against Leigh Henderson, a small business owner of Alexa’s Cafe and member of the Bothell-Kenmore Chamber of Commerce. According to her website, she is running to preserve the city’s character, be a good steward of local tax dollars, and be accountable to the people.
We recommend Thompson for Bothell City Council, Position 2 for his progressive values and community support.
Mason Thompson
Mason Thompson is a City of Bothell Parks and Recreation board member running to replace retiring Position 2 council member Andy Rheaume. Thompson is running to create Complete Neighborhoods, a concept which puts all basic amenities within walking distance to downtown and Canyon Park.
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Mason Thompson is a City of Bothell Parks and Recreation board member running to replace retiring Position 2 council member Andy Rheaume. Thompson is running to create Complete Neighborhoods, a concept which puts all basic amenities within walking distance to downtown and Canyon Park. He also wants to bring a dog park and mountain bike trails to Bothell. Thompson has been endorsed by a number of Democratic local leaders as well as six of seven current city council members.
Thompson is running against Leigh Henderson, a small business owner of Alexa’s Cafe and member of the Bothell-Kenmore Chamber of Commerce. According to her website, she is running to preserve the city’s character, be a good steward of local tax dollars, and be accountable to the people.
We recommend Thompson for Bothell City Council, Position 2 for his progressive values and community support.
Last updated: 2023-04-05
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Davina Duerr is an architect running for re-election to Bothell City Council, Position 6. Duerr currently serves as deputy mayor and was formerly the chair of the Landmark Preservation Board in Bothell and as well as a board member of the Northshore Schools Foundation. During her first term, she served on the Puget Sound Regional Council's transportation policy board and focused on transportation issues facing the city, including advocating for bus rapid transit options for Bothell residents. Duerr has advocated for environmental protections with her vote to approve the acquisition of North Creek Forest and the 89-acre Wayne Golf Course, which will become a park. She has also voted for a local affordable housing ordinance for workforce housing.
Duerr is running against Sean Palermo, a business development representative who has worked as an activist for Inslee for America and Friends of Bernie Sanders. Palermo, who is 24, states that he's running to bring a younger perspective to the city council and address affordable housing, the cost of education, infrastructure, and protecting the environment. Palermo wants to see rent control, stricter environmental protections, and a bolder progressive agenda instituted in the city council.
Duerr's experience and community support make her the best choice in this race.Last updated: 2023-04-05Davina Duerr
Davina Duerr is an architect running for re-election to Bothell City Council, Position 6. Duerr currently serves as deputy mayor and was formerly the chair of the Landmark Preservation Board in Bothell and as well as a board member of the Northshore Schools Foundation.
Davina Duerr is an architect running for re-election to Bothell City Council, Position 6. Duerr currently serves as deputy mayor and was formerly the chair of the Landmark Preservation Board in Bothell and as well as a board member of the Northshore Schools Foundation. During her first term, she served on the Puget Sound Regional Council's transportation policy board and focused on transportation issues facing the city, including advocating for bus rapid transit options for Bothell residents. Duerr has advocated for environmental protections with her vote to approve the acquisition of North Creek Forest and the 89-acre Wayne Golf Course, which will become a park. She has also voted for a local affordable housing ordinance for workforce housing.
Duerr is running against Sean Palermo, a business development representative who has worked as an activist for Inslee for America and Friends of Bernie Sanders. Palermo, who is 24, states that he's running to bring a younger perspective to the city council and address affordable housing, the cost of education, infrastructure, and protecting the environment. Palermo wants to see rent control, stricter environmental protections, and a bolder progressive agenda instituted in the city council.
Duerr's experience and community support make her the best choice in this race.Davina Duerr
Davina Duerr is an architect running for re-election to Bothell City Council, Position 6. Duerr currently serves as deputy mayor and was formerly the chair of the Landmark Preservation Board in Bothell and as well as a board member of the Northshore Schools Foundation.
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Davina Duerr is an architect running for re-election to Bothell City Council, Position 6. Duerr currently serves as deputy mayor and was formerly the chair of the Landmark Preservation Board in Bothell and as well as a board member of the Northshore Schools Foundation. During her first term, she served on the Puget Sound Regional Council's transportation policy board and focused on transportation issues facing the city, including advocating for bus rapid transit options for Bothell residents. Duerr has advocated for environmental protections with her vote to approve the acquisition of North Creek Forest and the 89-acre Wayne Golf Course, which will become a park. She has also voted for a local affordable housing ordinance for workforce housing.
Duerr is running against Sean Palermo, a business development representative who has worked as an activist for Inslee for America and Friends of Bernie Sanders. Palermo, who is 24, states that he's running to bring a younger perspective to the city council and address affordable housing, the cost of education, infrastructure, and protecting the environment. Palermo wants to see rent control, stricter environmental protections, and a bolder progressive agenda instituted in the city council.
Duerr's experience and community support make her the best choice in this race.Last updated: 2023-04-05
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Melanie O'Cain is running for Kenmore City Council, Position 1. She is running on a platform of environmental stewardship and sustainable development, and is committed to serving her community. She has earned endorsements from many progressive groups and elected officials.
O'Cain is running against former AT&T Executive Suzanne Greathouse. Greathouse wants Kenmore to welcome new businesses while retaining a "hometown feel" and lists police support as one of her top priorities.
O'Cain is the clear choice in this race for Kenmore City Council, Position 1.Last updated: 2023-04-05Melanie O'Cain
Melanie O'Cain is running for Kenmore City Council, Position 1. She is running on a platform of environmental stewardship and sustainable development, and is committed to serving her community. She has earned endorsements from many progressive groups and elected officials.
Melanie O'Cain is running for Kenmore City Council, Position 1. She is running on a platform of environmental stewardship and sustainable development, and is committed to serving her community. She has earned endorsements from many progressive groups and elected officials.
O'Cain is running against former AT&T Executive Suzanne Greathouse. Greathouse wants Kenmore to welcome new businesses while retaining a "hometown feel" and lists police support as one of her top priorities.
O'Cain is the clear choice in this race for Kenmore City Council, Position 1.Melanie O'Cain
Melanie O'Cain is running for Kenmore City Council, Position 1. She is running on a platform of environmental stewardship and sustainable development, and is committed to serving her community. She has earned endorsements from many progressive groups and elected officials.
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Melanie O'Cain is running for Kenmore City Council, Position 1. She is running on a platform of environmental stewardship and sustainable development, and is committed to serving her community. She has earned endorsements from many progressive groups and elected officials.
O'Cain is running against former AT&T Executive Suzanne Greathouse. Greathouse wants Kenmore to welcome new businesses while retaining a "hometown feel" and lists police support as one of her top priorities.
O'Cain is the clear choice in this race for Kenmore City Council, Position 1.Last updated: 2023-04-05
No Good Choices
There are no progressive choices in this race. Incumbent Milton Curtis is running unopposed for re-election to Kenmore City Council, Position 3. He worked as a doctor for 35 years before retiring to start a senior care company emphasizing safety and fall prevention. Curtis is socially conservative and has taken votes against equality and justice for all on the council.
We recommend writing in a more progressive candidate for Kenmore City Council, Position 3.
Milton Curtis
There are no progressive choices in this race. Incumbent Milton Curtis is running unopposed for re-election to Kenmore City Council, Position 3. He worked as a doctor for 35 years before retiring to start a senior care company emphasizing safety and fall prevention.
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David Baker is the current mayor of Kenmore and is running for re-election to City Council, Position 5. He owns two local businesses and has served as a council member since 2003. Baker wants to invest in transportation, improve relationships with community businesses, and preserve green spaces. However, Baker is more conservative on issues related to taxes and budgeting.
While Baker is not extremely progressive, he is running unopposed for Kenmore City Council, Position 5.Last updated: 2023-04-05David Baker
David Baker is the current mayor of Kenmore and is running for re-election to City Council, Position 5. He owns two local businesses and has served as a council member since 2003. Baker wants to invest in transportation, improve relationships with community businesses, and preserve green spaces.
David Baker is the current mayor of Kenmore and is running for re-election to City Council, Position 5. He owns two local businesses and has served as a council member since 2003. Baker wants to invest in transportation, improve relationships with community businesses, and preserve green spaces. However, Baker is more conservative on issues related to taxes and budgeting.
While Baker is not extremely progressive, he is running unopposed for Kenmore City Council, Position 5.David Baker
David Baker is the current mayor of Kenmore and is running for re-election to City Council, Position 5. He owns two local businesses and has served as a council member since 2003. Baker wants to invest in transportation, improve relationships with community businesses, and preserve green spaces.
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David Baker is the current mayor of Kenmore and is running for re-election to City Council, Position 5. He owns two local businesses and has served as a council member since 2003. Baker wants to invest in transportation, improve relationships with community businesses, and preserve green spaces. However, Baker is more conservative on issues related to taxes and budgeting.
While Baker is not extremely progressive, he is running unopposed for Kenmore City Council, Position 5.Last updated: 2023-04-05
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Corina Pfeil is running for Kenmore City Council, Position 7. Pfeil is a community leader, legislative advocate, and PTA participant whose two children attend public school in Kenmore. She is running a strong campaign on building an economy that works for all, addressing affordable housing with equitable solutions, and protecting and preserving parks and the Kenmore tree canopy.
Pfeil is running against Van Sperry, a retired nurse whose platform focuses on public safety and "tax transparency" around Kenmore's property taxes. Pfeil is a strong progressive and deserves your vote.
Last updated: 2023-04-05Corina Pfeil
Corina Pfeil is running for Kenmore City Council, Position 7. Pfeil is a community leader, legislative advocate, and PTA participant whose two children attend public school in Kenmore.
Corina Pfeil is running for Kenmore City Council, Position 7. Pfeil is a community leader, legislative advocate, and PTA participant whose two children attend public school in Kenmore. She is running a strong campaign on building an economy that works for all, addressing affordable housing with equitable solutions, and protecting and preserving parks and the Kenmore tree canopy.
Pfeil is running against Van Sperry, a retired nurse whose platform focuses on public safety and "tax transparency" around Kenmore's property taxes. Pfeil is a strong progressive and deserves your vote.
Corina Pfeil
Corina Pfeil is running for Kenmore City Council, Position 7. Pfeil is a community leader, legislative advocate, and PTA participant whose two children attend public school in Kenmore.
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Corina Pfeil is running for Kenmore City Council, Position 7. Pfeil is a community leader, legislative advocate, and PTA participant whose two children attend public school in Kenmore. She is running a strong campaign on building an economy that works for all, addressing affordable housing with equitable solutions, and protecting and preserving parks and the Kenmore tree canopy.
Pfeil is running against Van Sperry, a retired nurse whose platform focuses on public safety and "tax transparency" around Kenmore's property taxes. Pfeil is a strong progressive and deserves your vote.
Last updated: 2023-04-05
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Kelli Curtis is running for Kirkland City Council, Position 2 after she was appointed to fill Amy Walen's seat in 2019. Curtis has served on the City of Kirkland Park Board since 2015 and joined the Houghton Community Council in 2016 before her appointment to Kirkland City Council, where she serves on the Planning and Economic Development Committee and Legislative Work Group. Curtis is focusing her campaign on sustainable smart planning, inclusivity, and expansion of parks and natural spaces. She is running unopposed and is a strong choice for Kirkland City Council, Position 2.
Last updated: 2023-04-05Kelli Curtis
Kelli Curtis is running for Kirkland City Council, Position 2 after she was appointed to fill Amy Walen's seat in 2019.
Kelli Curtis is running for Kirkland City Council, Position 2 after she was appointed to fill Amy Walen's seat in 2019. Curtis has served on the City of Kirkland Park Board since 2015 and joined the Houghton Community Council in 2016 before her appointment to Kirkland City Council, where she serves on the Planning and Economic Development Committee and Legislative Work Group. Curtis is focusing her campaign on sustainable smart planning, inclusivity, and expansion of parks and natural spaces. She is running unopposed and is a strong choice for Kirkland City Council, Position 2.
Kelli Curtis
Kelli Curtis is running for Kirkland City Council, Position 2 after she was appointed to fill Amy Walen's seat in 2019.
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Kelli Curtis is running for Kirkland City Council, Position 2 after she was appointed to fill Amy Walen's seat in 2019. Curtis has served on the City of Kirkland Park Board since 2015 and joined the Houghton Community Council in 2016 before her appointment to Kirkland City Council, where she serves on the Planning and Economic Development Committee and Legislative Work Group. Curtis is focusing her campaign on sustainable smart planning, inclusivity, and expansion of parks and natural spaces. She is running unopposed and is a strong choice for Kirkland City Council, Position 2.
Last updated: 2023-04-05
No Good Choices
There are no good choices for Kirkland City Council, Position 4.
Libertarian incumbent Toby Nixon is the most conservative member of the Kirkland City Council. Nixon's campaign is emphasizing “individual liberty, personal responsibility, and limited government.” Unfortunately, he has been rigid and uncompromising on important environmental, low-income housing, and regional transit issues. Nixon also denies the science behind climate change.
David Schwartz is a former Microsoft employee who is challenging Nixon. Unfortunately, he is also not progressive and is not mounting a credible challenge to Nixon.
Write in a candidate of your choice for Kirkland City Council, Position 4.
Toby Nixon
There are no good choices for Kirkland City Council, Position 4.
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Neal Black is a Houghton Community Council member running for Kirkland City Council, Position 5. Black was one of the five finalists interviewed to fill this seat when Amy Walen vacated it in 2019, but Kelli Curtis (now running for Position 2) was chosen. He is a member of the Board of Trustees of the King County Bar Association and chaired their Public Policy Committee for four years. His campaign is emphasizing affordable housing, inclusiveness, planning for sustainability, more diverse transportation options, and stewardship over Kirkland’s current assets.
Black is running against Martin Morgan, a perennial candidate who served a one-year probationary sentence for fourth degree assault and resisting arrest in 2009. The city of Kirkland sued him twice, resulting in a $20,000 fine for Morgan.
Black is the clear choice for Kirkland City Council, Position 5.Last updated: 2023-04-05Neal Black
Neal Black is a Houghton Community Council member running for Kirkland City Council, Position 5. Black was one of the five finalists interviewed to fill this seat when Amy Walen vacated it in 2019, but Kelli Curtis (now running for Position 2) was chosen.
Neal Black is a Houghton Community Council member running for Kirkland City Council, Position 5. Black was one of the five finalists interviewed to fill this seat when Amy Walen vacated it in 2019, but Kelli Curtis (now running for Position 2) was chosen. He is a member of the Board of Trustees of the King County Bar Association and chaired their Public Policy Committee for four years. His campaign is emphasizing affordable housing, inclusiveness, planning for sustainability, more diverse transportation options, and stewardship over Kirkland’s current assets.
Black is running against Martin Morgan, a perennial candidate who served a one-year probationary sentence for fourth degree assault and resisting arrest in 2009. The city of Kirkland sued him twice, resulting in a $20,000 fine for Morgan.
Black is the clear choice for Kirkland City Council, Position 5.Neal Black
Neal Black is a Houghton Community Council member running for Kirkland City Council, Position 5. Black was one of the five finalists interviewed to fill this seat when Amy Walen vacated it in 2019, but Kelli Curtis (now running for Position 2) was chosen.
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Neal Black is a Houghton Community Council member running for Kirkland City Council, Position 5. Black was one of the five finalists interviewed to fill this seat when Amy Walen vacated it in 2019, but Kelli Curtis (now running for Position 2) was chosen. He is a member of the Board of Trustees of the King County Bar Association and chaired their Public Policy Committee for four years. His campaign is emphasizing affordable housing, inclusiveness, planning for sustainability, more diverse transportation options, and stewardship over Kirkland’s current assets.
Black is running against Martin Morgan, a perennial candidate who served a one-year probationary sentence for fourth degree assault and resisting arrest in 2009. The city of Kirkland sued him twice, resulting in a $20,000 fine for Morgan.
Black is the clear choice for Kirkland City Council, Position 5.Last updated: 2023-04-05
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Amy Falcone is a Kirkland Human Services Commission co-chair and Thoreau Elementary School PTA president running for Kirkland City Council, Position 6. She is a member of the Finn Hill Neighborhood Alliance Board and the Neighborhood Safety Program Panel. Falcone is emphasizing inclusivity, “smart growth,” community safety, and fiscal responsibility in her campaign. She has been endorsed by numerous legislators including former Kirkland mayor and state representative Joan McBride and State Representative Amy Walen.
Falcone is running against Jory Hamilton. In 2017, he ran for Position 5 and lost to Amy Walen. He is a UW graduate and his current campaign presence is very thin. Hamilton's voter guide statement says he believes the average person in Kirkland does not know when city council meetings are held or even who their mayor is. He also wants to support the firefighters.
Falcone is the clear choice in this race.Last updated: 2023-04-05Amy Falcone
Amy Falcone is a Kirkland Human Services Commission co-chair and Thoreau Elementary School PTA president running for Kirkland City Council, Position 6. She is a member of the Finn Hill Neighborhood Alliance Board and the Neighborhood Safety Program Panel.
Amy Falcone is a Kirkland Human Services Commission co-chair and Thoreau Elementary School PTA president running for Kirkland City Council, Position 6. She is a member of the Finn Hill Neighborhood Alliance Board and the Neighborhood Safety Program Panel. Falcone is emphasizing inclusivity, “smart growth,” community safety, and fiscal responsibility in her campaign. She has been endorsed by numerous legislators including former Kirkland mayor and state representative Joan McBride and State Representative Amy Walen.
Falcone is running against Jory Hamilton. In 2017, he ran for Position 5 and lost to Amy Walen. He is a UW graduate and his current campaign presence is very thin. Hamilton's voter guide statement says he believes the average person in Kirkland does not know when city council meetings are held or even who their mayor is. He also wants to support the firefighters.
Falcone is the clear choice in this race.Amy Falcone
Amy Falcone is a Kirkland Human Services Commission co-chair and Thoreau Elementary School PTA president running for Kirkland City Council, Position 6. She is a member of the Finn Hill Neighborhood Alliance Board and the Neighborhood Safety Program Panel.
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Amy Falcone is a Kirkland Human Services Commission co-chair and Thoreau Elementary School PTA president running for Kirkland City Council, Position 6. She is a member of the Finn Hill Neighborhood Alliance Board and the Neighborhood Safety Program Panel. Falcone is emphasizing inclusivity, “smart growth,” community safety, and fiscal responsibility in her campaign. She has been endorsed by numerous legislators including former Kirkland mayor and state representative Joan McBride and State Representative Amy Walen.
Falcone is running against Jory Hamilton. In 2017, he ran for Position 5 and lost to Amy Walen. He is a UW graduate and his current campaign presence is very thin. Hamilton's voter guide statement says he believes the average person in Kirkland does not know when city council meetings are held or even who their mayor is. He also wants to support the firefighters.
Falcone is the clear choice in this race.Last updated: 2023-04-05
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A former fire chief in Alaska, Judith Kuleta is running for Snohomish City Council to prioritize parks, public safety, and affordable housing. If elected, she would focus on preserving the city's small-town character, maintaining public safety, supporting the youth council, and supporting walkability for pedestrians and cyclists. City Councilmember Karen Guzak, who is leaving Position 1 this year, has endorsed Kuleta.
Kuleta is running against Elizabeth Larsen, a member of the Public Safety Commission. Larson has worked for Snohomish County for nearly 15 years and is currently a project manager for the county's public works department.
Kuleta is the strongest choice for Snohomish City Council, Position 2.
Last updated: 2023-04-05Judith Kuleta
A former fire chief in Alaska, Judith Kuleta is running for Snohomish City Council to prioritize parks, public safety, and affordable housing.
A former fire chief in Alaska, Judith Kuleta is running for Snohomish City Council to prioritize parks, public safety, and affordable housing. If elected, she would focus on preserving the city's small-town character, maintaining public safety, supporting the youth council, and supporting walkability for pedestrians and cyclists. City Councilmember Karen Guzak, who is leaving Position 1 this year, has endorsed Kuleta.
Kuleta is running against Elizabeth Larsen, a member of the Public Safety Commission. Larson has worked for Snohomish County for nearly 15 years and is currently a project manager for the county's public works department.
Kuleta is the strongest choice for Snohomish City Council, Position 2.
Judith Kuleta
A former fire chief in Alaska, Judith Kuleta is running for Snohomish City Council to prioritize parks, public safety, and affordable housing.
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A former fire chief in Alaska, Judith Kuleta is running for Snohomish City Council to prioritize parks, public safety, and affordable housing. If elected, she would focus on preserving the city's small-town character, maintaining public safety, supporting the youth council, and supporting walkability for pedestrians and cyclists. City Councilmember Karen Guzak, who is leaving Position 1 this year, has endorsed Kuleta.
Kuleta is running against Elizabeth Larsen, a member of the Public Safety Commission. Larson has worked for Snohomish County for nearly 15 years and is currently a project manager for the county's public works department.
Kuleta is the strongest choice for Snohomish City Council, Position 2.
Last updated: 2023-04-05
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Elaine Cook is running unopposed for re-election to Woodinville City Council, Position 4. Her campaign is emphasizing her success with and continued commitment to preservation of the Sammamish Valley and Woodinville's tree canopy, as well as her values of compromise and thoughtful growth. Cook is a supporter of the King County Parks Levy. As she is running unopposed, Cook is the only choice for Woodinville City Council, Position 4.
Last updated: 2023-08-28Elaine Cook
Elaine Cook is running unopposed for re-election to Woodinville City Council, Position 4. Her campaign is emphasizing her success with and continued commitment to preservation of the Sammamish Valley and Woodinville's tree canopy, as well as her values of compromise and thoughtful growth.
Elaine Cook is running unopposed for re-election to Woodinville City Council, Position 4. Her campaign is emphasizing her success with and continued commitment to preservation of the Sammamish Valley and Woodinville's tree canopy, as well as her values of compromise and thoughtful growth. Cook is a supporter of the King County Parks Levy. As she is running unopposed, Cook is the only choice for Woodinville City Council, Position 4.
Elaine Cook
Elaine Cook is running unopposed for re-election to Woodinville City Council, Position 4. Her campaign is emphasizing her success with and continued commitment to preservation of the Sammamish Valley and Woodinville's tree canopy, as well as her values of compromise and thoughtful growth.
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Elaine Cook is running unopposed for re-election to Woodinville City Council, Position 4. Her campaign is emphasizing her success with and continued commitment to preservation of the Sammamish Valley and Woodinville's tree canopy, as well as her values of compromise and thoughtful growth. Cook is a supporter of the King County Parks Levy. As she is running unopposed, Cook is the only choice for Woodinville City Council, Position 4.
Last updated: 2023-08-28
No Good Choices
There are no progressive choices in this race. Les Rubstello is running unopposed for re-election to Woodinville City Council, Position 2. His campaign website and social media have not been updated since 2015. In 2012, Rubstello issued an apology to Mayor Bernie Talmas and the community after an outburst during a council meeting. Woodinville deserves better from their elected officials. We suggest writing in a more progressive choice for Woodinville City Council, Position 2.
Les Rubstello
There are no progressive choices in this race. Les Rubstello is running unopposed for re-election to Woodinville City Council, Position 2. His campaign website and social media have not been updated since 2015.
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Nicolas Duchastel is a software engineer and member of the Planning Commission who is running for Woodinville City Council, Position 6. The main points of Duchastel's campaign are protecting the environment, stewarding growth in the city including maintaining infrastructure, more transparency in local government.
He is challenging current City Councilmember Al Taylor, who does not have a robust campaign presence but has previously campaigned on a more conservative platform. Nicolas Duchastel has numerous endorsements from progressive leaders and groups, and is the best choice for Woodinville City Council, Position 6.Last updated: 2023-04-05Nicolas Duchastel
Nicolas Duchastel is a software engineer and member of the Planning Commission who is running for Woodinville City Council, Position 6.
Nicolas Duchastel is a software engineer and member of the Planning Commission who is running for Woodinville City Council, Position 6. The main points of Duchastel's campaign are protecting the environment, stewarding growth in the city including maintaining infrastructure, more transparency in local government.
He is challenging current City Councilmember Al Taylor, who does not have a robust campaign presence but has previously campaigned on a more conservative platform. Nicolas Duchastel has numerous endorsements from progressive leaders and groups, and is the best choice for Woodinville City Council, Position 6.Nicolas Duchastel
Nicolas Duchastel is a software engineer and member of the Planning Commission who is running for Woodinville City Council, Position 6.
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Nicolas Duchastel is a software engineer and member of the Planning Commission who is running for Woodinville City Council, Position 6. The main points of Duchastel's campaign are protecting the environment, stewarding growth in the city including maintaining infrastructure, more transparency in local government.
He is challenging current City Councilmember Al Taylor, who does not have a robust campaign presence but has previously campaigned on a more conservative platform. Nicolas Duchastel has numerous endorsements from progressive leaders and groups, and is the best choice for Woodinville City Council, Position 6.Last updated: 2023-04-05
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Paul Hagen is running for Woodinville City Council, Position 7 on a platform of sustainable growth, protecting the environment, and responsive government. Hagen has 4 children and cites them as his main inspiration for running for this seat.
Hagen is challenging incumbent city council member Gary Harris, who serves as the deputy mayor of Woodinville. He is the owner of the Hideaway Lodge Bed and Breakfast and has also worked as a pharmacist. Harris is not particularly progressive and does not have a robust campaign presence. Hagen is the best choice for Woodinville City Council, Position 7.Last updated: 2023-04-05Paul Hagen
Paul Hagen is running for Woodinville City Council, Position 7 on a platform of sustainable growth, protecting the environment, and responsive government. Hagen has 4 children and cites them as his main inspiration for running for this seat.
Paul Hagen is running for Woodinville City Council, Position 7 on a platform of sustainable growth, protecting the environment, and responsive government. Hagen has 4 children and cites them as his main inspiration for running for this seat.
Hagen is challenging incumbent city council member Gary Harris, who serves as the deputy mayor of Woodinville. He is the owner of the Hideaway Lodge Bed and Breakfast and has also worked as a pharmacist. Harris is not particularly progressive and does not have a robust campaign presence. Hagen is the best choice for Woodinville City Council, Position 7.Paul Hagen
Paul Hagen is running for Woodinville City Council, Position 7 on a platform of sustainable growth, protecting the environment, and responsive government. Hagen has 4 children and cites them as his main inspiration for running for this seat.
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Paul Hagen is running for Woodinville City Council, Position 7 on a platform of sustainable growth, protecting the environment, and responsive government. Hagen has 4 children and cites them as his main inspiration for running for this seat.
Hagen is challenging incumbent city council member Gary Harris, who serves as the deputy mayor of Woodinville. He is the owner of the Hideaway Lodge Bed and Breakfast and has also worked as a pharmacist. Harris is not particularly progressive and does not have a robust campaign presence. Hagen is the best choice for Woodinville City Council, Position 7.Last updated: 2023-04-05
School Districts
Depending on where you live, you may have one of the below school district races on your ballot.
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Jane Aras is running for Bellevue School District Board of Directors, District 5. She wants to prioritize the social and emotional development of students and make access to high quality education more equitable. Aras has 17 years of experience working with students as a special education teacher and through the local PTSA. She created a math and reading club for students and introduced before-school computer programming for 4th and 5th grade students. Aras has numerous endorsements from progressive partner organizations and elected officials.
Aras is running against Dr. Francine Wiest, who is running to retain her seat after she was appointed to this position in January 2019. She was the president at Somerset Elementary and active in the PTSA before her appointment.
Aras's years of experience combined with her strong platform and endorsements make her the best choice for Bellevue School District Board of Directors, District 5.Last updated: 2023-04-05Jane Aras
Jane Aras is running for Bellevue School District Board of Directors, District 5. She wants to prioritize the social and emotional development of students and make access to high quality education more equitable.
Jane Aras is running for Bellevue School District Board of Directors, District 5. She wants to prioritize the social and emotional development of students and make access to high quality education more equitable. Aras has 17 years of experience working with students as a special education teacher and through the local PTSA. She created a math and reading club for students and introduced before-school computer programming for 4th and 5th grade students. Aras has numerous endorsements from progressive partner organizations and elected officials.
Aras is running against Dr. Francine Wiest, who is running to retain her seat after she was appointed to this position in January 2019. She was the president at Somerset Elementary and active in the PTSA before her appointment.
Aras's years of experience combined with her strong platform and endorsements make her the best choice for Bellevue School District Board of Directors, District 5.Jane Aras
Jane Aras is running for Bellevue School District Board of Directors, District 5. She wants to prioritize the social and emotional development of students and make access to high quality education more equitable.
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Jane Aras is running for Bellevue School District Board of Directors, District 5. She wants to prioritize the social and emotional development of students and make access to high quality education more equitable. Aras has 17 years of experience working with students as a special education teacher and through the local PTSA. She created a math and reading club for students and introduced before-school computer programming for 4th and 5th grade students. Aras has numerous endorsements from progressive partner organizations and elected officials.
Aras is running against Dr. Francine Wiest, who is running to retain her seat after she was appointed to this position in January 2019. She was the president at Somerset Elementary and active in the PTSA before her appointment.
Aras's years of experience combined with her strong platform and endorsements make her the best choice for Bellevue School District Board of Directors, District 5.Last updated: 2023-04-05
There are two strong candidates for Vancouver School District Director, Position No. 4: teacher Lisa Messer and student Lindsey Luis. They both earned endorsements from local Democrat groups and our Progressive Voters Guide partners.
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Mandi McDougall owns a photography studio in downtown Centralia. She has served in the community in several capacities, including as a board member for the Centralia Downtown Association and Jupiter Arts, a Mother of Preschoolers coordinator, and an event coordinator for the Lighted Tractor Parade. McDougall is running for the school board to improve communications between the district, staff, teachers, and parents. Her campaign is focusing on retaining teachers with fair negotiating standards, increasing access to vocational and technical education, and increasing transparency and fiscal responsibility.
McDougall is running against Centralia School Board member Jami Lund, a policy analyst for the Freedom Foundation, a right-wing organization. Lund has been accused of using his school board position to advance his conservative political agenda and has been written about by NPR for his obsession with trying to get teachers to leave their unions.
A school board member who is focused on fighting unions isn't fighting for kids. McDougall is by far the best choice in this race.
Last updated: 2023-04-05Mandi McDougall
Mandi McDougall owns a photography studio in downtown Centralia.
Mandi McDougall owns a photography studio in downtown Centralia. She has served in the community in several capacities, including as a board member for the Centralia Downtown Association and Jupiter Arts, a Mother of Preschoolers coordinator, and an event coordinator for the Lighted Tractor Parade. McDougall is running for the school board to improve communications between the district, staff, teachers, and parents. Her campaign is focusing on retaining teachers with fair negotiating standards, increasing access to vocational and technical education, and increasing transparency and fiscal responsibility.
McDougall is running against Centralia School Board member Jami Lund, a policy analyst for the Freedom Foundation, a right-wing organization. Lund has been accused of using his school board position to advance his conservative political agenda and has been written about by NPR for his obsession with trying to get teachers to leave their unions.
A school board member who is focused on fighting unions isn't fighting for kids. McDougall is by far the best choice in this race.
Mandi McDougall
Mandi McDougall owns a photography studio in downtown Centralia.
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Mandi McDougall owns a photography studio in downtown Centralia. She has served in the community in several capacities, including as a board member for the Centralia Downtown Association and Jupiter Arts, a Mother of Preschoolers coordinator, and an event coordinator for the Lighted Tractor Parade. McDougall is running for the school board to improve communications between the district, staff, teachers, and parents. Her campaign is focusing on retaining teachers with fair negotiating standards, increasing access to vocational and technical education, and increasing transparency and fiscal responsibility.
McDougall is running against Centralia School Board member Jami Lund, a policy analyst for the Freedom Foundation, a right-wing organization. Lund has been accused of using his school board position to advance his conservative political agenda and has been written about by NPR for his obsession with trying to get teachers to leave their unions.
A school board member who is focused on fighting unions isn't fighting for kids. McDougall is by far the best choice in this race.
Last updated: 2023-04-05
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Tam Dinh is a social work professor at Saint Martin’s University as well as a licensed independent clinical social worker who works with children struggling with educational, mental health, and addiction issues. She serves on the Washington State Commission for Asian Pacific American Affairs (CAPAA)’s Education and Health and Mental Health Committees. As a refugee who learned English in elementary school, Dinh credits a strong network of teachers for both her educational development and for her future interest in teaching. Dinh is running to fold social, emotional, and mental health into education. She supports diversity in education, from diverse teachers in classrooms to students with different learning needs, and promotes safe, equitable learning environments.
Dinh's opponent is John Rivera-Dirks, a former U.S. diplomat to India, Amazon executive, and a volunteer in the school district's Technology Advisory Group. Rivera-Dinks wants to increase student well-being with programs such as bullying prevention and over-scheduling management, support professional development, and update the elementary school buildings.
We recommend Dinh for Mercer Island School Board, Position 5 because of her progressive values and experience improving the lives of young people.
Last updated: 2023-04-05Tam Dinh
Tam Dinh is a social work professor at Saint Martin’s University as well as a licensed independent clinical social worker who works with children struggling with educational, mental health, and addiction issues.
Tam Dinh is a social work professor at Saint Martin’s University as well as a licensed independent clinical social worker who works with children struggling with educational, mental health, and addiction issues. She serves on the Washington State Commission for Asian Pacific American Affairs (CAPAA)’s Education and Health and Mental Health Committees. As a refugee who learned English in elementary school, Dinh credits a strong network of teachers for both her educational development and for her future interest in teaching. Dinh is running to fold social, emotional, and mental health into education. She supports diversity in education, from diverse teachers in classrooms to students with different learning needs, and promotes safe, equitable learning environments.
Dinh's opponent is John Rivera-Dirks, a former U.S. diplomat to India, Amazon executive, and a volunteer in the school district's Technology Advisory Group. Rivera-Dinks wants to increase student well-being with programs such as bullying prevention and over-scheduling management, support professional development, and update the elementary school buildings.
We recommend Dinh for Mercer Island School Board, Position 5 because of her progressive values and experience improving the lives of young people.
Tam Dinh
Tam Dinh is a social work professor at Saint Martin’s University as well as a licensed independent clinical social worker who works with children struggling with educational, mental health, and addiction issues.
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Tam Dinh is a social work professor at Saint Martin’s University as well as a licensed independent clinical social worker who works with children struggling with educational, mental health, and addiction issues. She serves on the Washington State Commission for Asian Pacific American Affairs (CAPAA)’s Education and Health and Mental Health Committees. As a refugee who learned English in elementary school, Dinh credits a strong network of teachers for both her educational development and for her future interest in teaching. Dinh is running to fold social, emotional, and mental health into education. She supports diversity in education, from diverse teachers in classrooms to students with different learning needs, and promotes safe, equitable learning environments.
Dinh's opponent is John Rivera-Dirks, a former U.S. diplomat to India, Amazon executive, and a volunteer in the school district's Technology Advisory Group. Rivera-Dinks wants to increase student well-being with programs such as bullying prevention and over-scheduling management, support professional development, and update the elementary school buildings.
We recommend Dinh for Mercer Island School Board, Position 5 because of her progressive values and experience improving the lives of young people.
Last updated: 2023-04-05
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Vote YES on Renton School Bond Proposition 1
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Renton School District No. 403's Proposition No. 1, the Building for Excellence School Building Construction Bond, will provide critical resources for the district. It would fund the construction of an elementary school in the quickly-growing northeastern part of the district, improved safety and security measures, renovations, additional science classrooms in high schools, and more. Because a greater number of families have moved into the district, the average homeowner will actually pay a lower tax rate under this levy, which will cost $3.50 per $1,000 of assessed property value through 2025. At this rate, the owner of a median-priced $400,000 home would pay $116 per month.
Our students deserve the best possible resources to kickstart their educations and secure their futures. Vote yes on the Building for Excellence School Building Construction Bond!
Last updated: 2023-04-05Renton School District No. 403's Proposition No. 1, the Building for Excellence School Building Construction Bond, will provide critical resources for the district. It would fund the construction of an elementary school in the quickly-growing northeastern part of the district, improved safety and security measures, renovations, additional science classrooms in high schools, and more. Because a greater number of families have moved into the district, the average homeowner will actually pay a lower tax rate under this levy, which will cost $3.50 per $1,000 of assessed property value through 2025. At this rate, the owner of a median-priced $400,000 home would pay $116 per month.
Our students deserve the best possible resources to kickstart their educations and secure their futures. Vote yes on the Building for Excellence School Building Construction Bond!
Renton School District No. 403's Proposition No. 1, the Building for Excellence School Building Construction Bond, will provide critical resources for the district. It would fund the construction of an elementary school in the quickly-growing northeastern part of the district, improved safety and security measures, renovations, additional science classrooms in high schools, and more. Because a greater number of families have moved into the district, the average homeowner will actually pay a lower tax rate under this levy, which will cost $3.50 per $1,000 of assessed property value through 2025. At this rate, the owner of a median-priced $400,000 home would pay $116 per month.
Our students deserve the best possible resources to kickstart their educations and secure their futures. Vote yes on the Building for Excellence School Building Construction Bond!
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Renton School District No. 403's Proposition No. 1, the Building for Excellence School Building Construction Bond, will provide critical resources for the district.
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Eric Blumhagen is a professional engineer running for Seattle School Board in District 1. He has served as legislative chair for his children’s elementary school PTA and as advocacy chair and vice president for their high school PTO. Previously, Blumhagen served as a volunteer spokesperson against I-1240, the ballot measure that legalized charter schools in Washington.
Blumhagen recognizes the importance of reaching out to the community to listen and learn about how to close the opportunity gap. He supports using restorative justice in schools to reduce the disproportionate punishment of students of color. Blumhagen would also expand investments in Ethnic Studies and Since Time Immemorial curricula in Seattle Public Schools. He wants to see flexibility in enrollment and for Seattle to emulate successful programs started elsewhere in the region, like Everett's attendance program.
Blumhagen highlights his support from the past four Seattle School Board presidents as evidence of his relationships and readiness to serve the students of Seattle.
Last updated: 2023-04-05Eric Blumhagen
Eric Blumhagen is a professional engineer running for Seattle School Board in District 1. He has served as legislative chair for his children’s elementary school PTA and as advocacy chair and vice president for their high school PTO.
Eric Blumhagen is a professional engineer running for Seattle School Board in District 1. He has served as legislative chair for his children’s elementary school PTA and as advocacy chair and vice president for their high school PTO. Previously, Blumhagen served as a volunteer spokesperson against I-1240, the ballot measure that legalized charter schools in Washington.
Blumhagen recognizes the importance of reaching out to the community to listen and learn about how to close the opportunity gap. He supports using restorative justice in schools to reduce the disproportionate punishment of students of color. Blumhagen would also expand investments in Ethnic Studies and Since Time Immemorial curricula in Seattle Public Schools. He wants to see flexibility in enrollment and for Seattle to emulate successful programs started elsewhere in the region, like Everett's attendance program.
Blumhagen highlights his support from the past four Seattle School Board presidents as evidence of his relationships and readiness to serve the students of Seattle.
Eric Blumhagen
Eric Blumhagen is a professional engineer running for Seattle School Board in District 1. He has served as legislative chair for his children’s elementary school PTA and as advocacy chair and vice president for their high school PTO.
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Eric Blumhagen is a professional engineer running for Seattle School Board in District 1. He has served as legislative chair for his children’s elementary school PTA and as advocacy chair and vice president for their high school PTO. Previously, Blumhagen served as a volunteer spokesperson against I-1240, the ballot measure that legalized charter schools in Washington.
Blumhagen recognizes the importance of reaching out to the community to listen and learn about how to close the opportunity gap. He supports using restorative justice in schools to reduce the disproportionate punishment of students of color. Blumhagen would also expand investments in Ethnic Studies and Since Time Immemorial curricula in Seattle Public Schools. He wants to see flexibility in enrollment and for Seattle to emulate successful programs started elsewhere in the region, like Everett's attendance program.
Blumhagen highlights his support from the past four Seattle School Board presidents as evidence of his relationships and readiness to serve the students of Seattle.
Last updated: 2023-04-05
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Liza Rankin is a community organizer and artist running for Seattle School Board in District 1. She serves on the PTA of her children's school as well as on the board of the Seattle Council PTSA and the advisory board at Sand Point Arts and Cultural Exchange at Magnuson Park. Rankin began her school activism bringing food to teachers walking picket lines during the 2015 strike.
Rankin demonstrated detailed knowledge of the complex issues facing Seattle Public Schools during her in-person interview and highlighted her experience visiting or volunteering at half of the 102 schools in the district. She also shared examples of creative ways she supports students through her PTA work, including working with principals at the beginning of the school year to develop a list of supplies that low-income students need.
Rankin’s top priority would be to support the school board's new Strategic Plan and ensure that every child has equitable access and opportunity to learn. She also supports shifting the focus of PTAs from fundraising for local schools to advocacy for all students.
Last updated: 2023-04-05Liza Rankin
Liza Rankin is a community organizer and artist running for Seattle School Board in District 1.
Liza Rankin is a community organizer and artist running for Seattle School Board in District 1. She serves on the PTA of her children's school as well as on the board of the Seattle Council PTSA and the advisory board at Sand Point Arts and Cultural Exchange at Magnuson Park. Rankin began her school activism bringing food to teachers walking picket lines during the 2015 strike.
Rankin demonstrated detailed knowledge of the complex issues facing Seattle Public Schools during her in-person interview and highlighted her experience visiting or volunteering at half of the 102 schools in the district. She also shared examples of creative ways she supports students through her PTA work, including working with principals at the beginning of the school year to develop a list of supplies that low-income students need.
Rankin’s top priority would be to support the school board's new Strategic Plan and ensure that every child has equitable access and opportunity to learn. She also supports shifting the focus of PTAs from fundraising for local schools to advocacy for all students.
Liza Rankin
Liza Rankin is a community organizer and artist running for Seattle School Board in District 1.
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Liza Rankin is a community organizer and artist running for Seattle School Board in District 1. She serves on the PTA of her children's school as well as on the board of the Seattle Council PTSA and the advisory board at Sand Point Arts and Cultural Exchange at Magnuson Park. Rankin began her school activism bringing food to teachers walking picket lines during the 2015 strike.
Rankin demonstrated detailed knowledge of the complex issues facing Seattle Public Schools during her in-person interview and highlighted her experience visiting or volunteering at half of the 102 schools in the district. She also shared examples of creative ways she supports students through her PTA work, including working with principals at the beginning of the school year to develop a list of supplies that low-income students need.
Rankin’s top priority would be to support the school board's new Strategic Plan and ensure that every child has equitable access and opportunity to learn. She also supports shifting the focus of PTAs from fundraising for local schools to advocacy for all students.
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Chandra Hampson is president of the Seattle Council PTSA and she has served as PTA president and vice president, among other roles. Prior to her involvement in Seattle Public Schools, Hampson worked as a bank examiner at Wells Fargo before becoming an independent consultant. Hampson wants to bring her financial management experience to the Seattle School Board. She is unique among the candidates running for her experience managing large organizational budgets.
Hampson is HoChunk from the Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska and Anishinaabe from the White Earth Nation. She is very committed to closing the opportunity gap and wants more dual-language training for teachers and staff. She also supports ending in-school suspensions and wants more consistency from staff when it comes to dealing with racial incidents in schools. Like Liza Rankin in District 1, Hampson supports shifting the focus of PTAs from fundraising for local schools to advocacy for all students. Hampson enjoyed strong support during the primary election.
Last updated: 2023-04-05Chandra Hampson
Chandra Hampson is president of the Seattle Council PTSA and she has served as PTA president and vice president, among other roles.
Chandra Hampson is president of the Seattle Council PTSA and she has served as PTA president and vice president, among other roles. Prior to her involvement in Seattle Public Schools, Hampson worked as a bank examiner at Wells Fargo before becoming an independent consultant. Hampson wants to bring her financial management experience to the Seattle School Board. She is unique among the candidates running for her experience managing large organizational budgets.
Hampson is HoChunk from the Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska and Anishinaabe from the White Earth Nation. She is very committed to closing the opportunity gap and wants more dual-language training for teachers and staff. She also supports ending in-school suspensions and wants more consistency from staff when it comes to dealing with racial incidents in schools. Like Liza Rankin in District 1, Hampson supports shifting the focus of PTAs from fundraising for local schools to advocacy for all students. Hampson enjoyed strong support during the primary election.
Chandra Hampson
Chandra Hampson is president of the Seattle Council PTSA and she has served as PTA president and vice president, among other roles.
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Chandra Hampson is president of the Seattle Council PTSA and she has served as PTA president and vice president, among other roles. Prior to her involvement in Seattle Public Schools, Hampson worked as a bank examiner at Wells Fargo before becoming an independent consultant. Hampson wants to bring her financial management experience to the Seattle School Board. She is unique among the candidates running for her experience managing large organizational budgets.
Hampson is HoChunk from the Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska and Anishinaabe from the White Earth Nation. She is very committed to closing the opportunity gap and wants more dual-language training for teachers and staff. She also supports ending in-school suspensions and wants more consistency from staff when it comes to dealing with racial incidents in schools. Like Liza Rankin in District 1, Hampson supports shifting the focus of PTAs from fundraising for local schools to advocacy for all students. Hampson enjoyed strong support during the primary election.
Last updated: 2023-04-05
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Rebeca Muñiz works for the Division of Public Behavioral Health and Justice Policy at the University of Washington overseeing budgets and coordinating research projects. She earned a master's degree in Education Policy and Leadership from UW and has volunteered with OneAmerica, the Gender Justice League, and the 43rd District Democrats.
As a first-generation Mexican-American whose mother struggled economically, Muñiz is dedicated to equity and stability for all students. She seeks to reform current disciplinary practices that disproportionately affect students of color, provide dual-language programs starting in Pre-K, hire mental health counselors, and adopt equitable funding by providing more resources to struggling schools. She supports banning out-of-school suspensions and wants to do more to reallocate funding to schools with more low-income students and students of color.
Last updated: 2023-04-05Rebeca Muñiz
Rebeca Muñiz works for the Division of Public Behavioral Health and Justice Policy at the University of Washington overseeing budgets and coordinating research projects.
Rebeca Muñiz works for the Division of Public Behavioral Health and Justice Policy at the University of Washington overseeing budgets and coordinating research projects. She earned a master's degree in Education Policy and Leadership from UW and has volunteered with OneAmerica, the Gender Justice League, and the 43rd District Democrats.
As a first-generation Mexican-American whose mother struggled economically, Muñiz is dedicated to equity and stability for all students. She seeks to reform current disciplinary practices that disproportionately affect students of color, provide dual-language programs starting in Pre-K, hire mental health counselors, and adopt equitable funding by providing more resources to struggling schools. She supports banning out-of-school suspensions and wants to do more to reallocate funding to schools with more low-income students and students of color.
Rebeca Muñiz
Rebeca Muñiz works for the Division of Public Behavioral Health and Justice Policy at the University of Washington overseeing budgets and coordinating research projects.
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Rebeca Muñiz works for the Division of Public Behavioral Health and Justice Policy at the University of Washington overseeing budgets and coordinating research projects. She earned a master's degree in Education Policy and Leadership from UW and has volunteered with OneAmerica, the Gender Justice League, and the 43rd District Democrats.
As a first-generation Mexican-American whose mother struggled economically, Muñiz is dedicated to equity and stability for all students. She seeks to reform current disciplinary practices that disproportionately affect students of color, provide dual-language programs starting in Pre-K, hire mental health counselors, and adopt equitable funding by providing more resources to struggling schools. She supports banning out-of-school suspensions and wants to do more to reallocate funding to schools with more low-income students and students of color.
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Molly Mitchell is the director of Student Support Programs at Seattle Central. She oversees various student support programs there, including the AmeriCorps Benefits Hub, Re-Entry/Prison Education, and Student Veteran Support.
Mitchell is running in District 6 to bring her experience as an educator, parent, and woman of color to the Seattle School Board. She is deeply invested in equity and has a great deal of experience working with marginalized students. She wants to address systemic racism in Seattle schools, including ending the school-to-prison pipeline, closing the opportunity gap, and reducing bullying.
Mitchell supports giving teachers and staff better training on restorative justice and trauma-informed care to support students instead of focusing on punishment. She is concerned that schools are treating the inability to learn as a behavioral issue and wants to see more Individualized Education Programs to give students the opportunity to thrive.
We lean toward Mitchell because we believe she would be an effective force for change to improve equity in Seattle Public Schools.
Last updated: 2023-04-05Molly E. Mitchell
Molly Mitchell is the director of Student Support Programs at Seattle Central.
Molly Mitchell is the director of Student Support Programs at Seattle Central. She oversees various student support programs there, including the AmeriCorps Benefits Hub, Re-Entry/Prison Education, and Student Veteran Support.
Mitchell is running in District 6 to bring her experience as an educator, parent, and woman of color to the Seattle School Board. She is deeply invested in equity and has a great deal of experience working with marginalized students. She wants to address systemic racism in Seattle schools, including ending the school-to-prison pipeline, closing the opportunity gap, and reducing bullying.
Mitchell supports giving teachers and staff better training on restorative justice and trauma-informed care to support students instead of focusing on punishment. She is concerned that schools are treating the inability to learn as a behavioral issue and wants to see more Individualized Education Programs to give students the opportunity to thrive.
We lean toward Mitchell because we believe she would be an effective force for change to improve equity in Seattle Public Schools.
Molly E. Mitchell
Molly Mitchell is the director of Student Support Programs at Seattle Central.
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Molly Mitchell is the director of Student Support Programs at Seattle Central. She oversees various student support programs there, including the AmeriCorps Benefits Hub, Re-Entry/Prison Education, and Student Veteran Support.
Mitchell is running in District 6 to bring her experience as an educator, parent, and woman of color to the Seattle School Board. She is deeply invested in equity and has a great deal of experience working with marginalized students. She wants to address systemic racism in Seattle schools, including ending the school-to-prison pipeline, closing the opportunity gap, and reducing bullying.
Mitchell supports giving teachers and staff better training on restorative justice and trauma-informed care to support students instead of focusing on punishment. She is concerned that schools are treating the inability to learn as a behavioral issue and wants to see more Individualized Education Programs to give students the opportunity to thrive.
We lean toward Mitchell because we believe she would be an effective force for change to improve equity in Seattle Public Schools.
Last updated: 2023-04-05
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Leslie Harris is a litigation paralegal, foster parent, Democratic Party activist, and the current president of the Seattle School Board. Elected in 2015, Harris is currently serving her second term as president.
Harris’s top priority is managing the district’s budget and finding ways to fund the many needs of Seattle Public Schools. She cites many examples of improvement in the district over the last four years but stresses that much work remains. Harris includes among her list of accomplishments the hiring of a new superintendent, passing a five-year racial equity plan, and adopting a capital levy for high-need high schools. Harris is also proud of hosting a monthly public meeting to answer questions and listen to the concerns of parents and students.
The Seattle School Board has suffered from significant turnover in recent years. The seven-member board will see at least three and as many as five new members after this November’s election. Harris is the only incumbent running again and she would be the longest-tenured member of the board if she is re-elected.
Harris earned strong support in the primary election. She is a good choice if you’re looking for continuity on the school board.
Last updated: 2023-04-05Leslie S. Harris
Leslie Harris is a litigation paralegal, foster parent, Democratic Party activist, and the current president of the Seattle School Board. Elected in 2015, Harris is currently serving her second term as president.
Leslie Harris is a litigation paralegal, foster parent, Democratic Party activist, and the current president of the Seattle School Board. Elected in 2015, Harris is currently serving her second term as president.
Harris’s top priority is managing the district’s budget and finding ways to fund the many needs of Seattle Public Schools. She cites many examples of improvement in the district over the last four years but stresses that much work remains. Harris includes among her list of accomplishments the hiring of a new superintendent, passing a five-year racial equity plan, and adopting a capital levy for high-need high schools. Harris is also proud of hosting a monthly public meeting to answer questions and listen to the concerns of parents and students.
The Seattle School Board has suffered from significant turnover in recent years. The seven-member board will see at least three and as many as five new members after this November’s election. Harris is the only incumbent running again and she would be the longest-tenured member of the board if she is re-elected.
Harris earned strong support in the primary election. She is a good choice if you’re looking for continuity on the school board.
Leslie S. Harris
Leslie Harris is a litigation paralegal, foster parent, Democratic Party activist, and the current president of the Seattle School Board. Elected in 2015, Harris is currently serving her second term as president.
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Leslie Harris is a litigation paralegal, foster parent, Democratic Party activist, and the current president of the Seattle School Board. Elected in 2015, Harris is currently serving her second term as president.
Harris’s top priority is managing the district’s budget and finding ways to fund the many needs of Seattle Public Schools. She cites many examples of improvement in the district over the last four years but stresses that much work remains. Harris includes among her list of accomplishments the hiring of a new superintendent, passing a five-year racial equity plan, and adopting a capital levy for high-need high schools. Harris is also proud of hosting a monthly public meeting to answer questions and listen to the concerns of parents and students.
The Seattle School Board has suffered from significant turnover in recent years. The seven-member board will see at least three and as many as five new members after this November’s election. Harris is the only incumbent running again and she would be the longest-tenured member of the board if she is re-elected.
Harris earned strong support in the primary election. She is a good choice if you’re looking for continuity on the school board.
Last updated: 2023-04-05
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Nikki Otero Lockwood is a public schools advocate and community activist running for Spokane School Board, Director, Position 1. She has served as chair of a Montessori parent group, as well as a member of the Human Growth and Development Committee and the Superintendent’s Work Group on Restorative Practices. She currently works as an organizer for the ACLU trying to reform the school to prison pipeline. As a mother of two, including a child with autism, she has advocated for special needs children as a member of the Special Education Parent Advisory Committee. As part of her commitment to equitable policies and fully-funded education, she would push to reform school discipline, address systemic racism and inequality in schools, and ensure the accessibility of mental health workers for students.
Lockwood's opponent in this race is former elementary school teacher Katey Randall Treloar. Treloar is running to address budget shortfalls, hold principals and administrators accountable for their conduct, and support community nonprofits that support students. However, Treloar has also expressed support for arming security officers in schools, which increases fear among students without making classrooms safer. In our local council interview, we were disappointed in her equity analysis and belief that solutions that worked for most kids should be supported instead of designing solutions that worked for the kids who are struggling the most.
Lockwood is the best candidate for Spokane School Board, Director, Position 1.
Last updated: 2023-04-05Nikki Otero Lockwood
Nikki Otero Lockwood is a public schools advocate and community activist running for Spokane School Board, Director, Position 1.
Nikki Otero Lockwood is a public schools advocate and community activist running for Spokane School Board, Director, Position 1. She has served as chair of a Montessori parent group, as well as a member of the Human Growth and Development Committee and the Superintendent’s Work Group on Restorative Practices. She currently works as an organizer for the ACLU trying to reform the school to prison pipeline. As a mother of two, including a child with autism, she has advocated for special needs children as a member of the Special Education Parent Advisory Committee. As part of her commitment to equitable policies and fully-funded education, she would push to reform school discipline, address systemic racism and inequality in schools, and ensure the accessibility of mental health workers for students.
Lockwood's opponent in this race is former elementary school teacher Katey Randall Treloar. Treloar is running to address budget shortfalls, hold principals and administrators accountable for their conduct, and support community nonprofits that support students. However, Treloar has also expressed support for arming security officers in schools, which increases fear among students without making classrooms safer. In our local council interview, we were disappointed in her equity analysis and belief that solutions that worked for most kids should be supported instead of designing solutions that worked for the kids who are struggling the most.
Lockwood is the best candidate for Spokane School Board, Director, Position 1.
Nikki Otero Lockwood
Nikki Otero Lockwood is a public schools advocate and community activist running for Spokane School Board, Director, Position 1.
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Nikki Otero Lockwood is a public schools advocate and community activist running for Spokane School Board, Director, Position 1. She has served as chair of a Montessori parent group, as well as a member of the Human Growth and Development Committee and the Superintendent’s Work Group on Restorative Practices. She currently works as an organizer for the ACLU trying to reform the school to prison pipeline. As a mother of two, including a child with autism, she has advocated for special needs children as a member of the Special Education Parent Advisory Committee. As part of her commitment to equitable policies and fully-funded education, she would push to reform school discipline, address systemic racism and inequality in schools, and ensure the accessibility of mental health workers for students.
Lockwood's opponent in this race is former elementary school teacher Katey Randall Treloar. Treloar is running to address budget shortfalls, hold principals and administrators accountable for their conduct, and support community nonprofits that support students. However, Treloar has also expressed support for arming security officers in schools, which increases fear among students without making classrooms safer. In our local council interview, we were disappointed in her equity analysis and belief that solutions that worked for most kids should be supported instead of designing solutions that worked for the kids who are struggling the most.
Lockwood is the best candidate for Spokane School Board, Director, Position 1.
Last updated: 2023-04-05
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Jenny Slagle is running for Spokane School Board, Director, Position 2. She is the Director of Community Services at Better Health Together, where Slagle advocates for healthier communities and improved Medicaid access. She has served on the Spokane School District Diversity Advisory Board. A member of the Yakama tribe, Slagle states that she wants to be bold in her equity work by strengthening relationships with regional tribes and other communities of color. Slagle wants to see appropriate school and class sizes, increase the number of mental health professionals in schools, and institute social-emotional learning programs.
Slagle is running against educator Kellilin "Kelli" MacFarlane, who works as a substitute teacher in Spokane and has taught since 2005. She is running to get teachers’ voices heard. Unfortunately, MacFarlane did not return an election questionnaire and does not have detailed platform information. One of her more recent posts on social media is a photo of herself with a Donald Trump cutout at the Spokane GOP Booth at the Spokane county fair.
Slagle is the best choice for Spokane School Board, Director, Position 2.
Last updated: 2023-04-05Jenny Slagle
Jenny Slagle is running for Spokane School Board, Director, Position 2. She is the Director of Community Services at Better Health Together, where Slagle advocates for healthier communities and improved Medicaid access.
Jenny Slagle is running for Spokane School Board, Director, Position 2. She is the Director of Community Services at Better Health Together, where Slagle advocates for healthier communities and improved Medicaid access. She has served on the Spokane School District Diversity Advisory Board. A member of the Yakama tribe, Slagle states that she wants to be bold in her equity work by strengthening relationships with regional tribes and other communities of color. Slagle wants to see appropriate school and class sizes, increase the number of mental health professionals in schools, and institute social-emotional learning programs.
Slagle is running against educator Kellilin "Kelli" MacFarlane, who works as a substitute teacher in Spokane and has taught since 2005. She is running to get teachers’ voices heard. Unfortunately, MacFarlane did not return an election questionnaire and does not have detailed platform information. One of her more recent posts on social media is a photo of herself with a Donald Trump cutout at the Spokane GOP Booth at the Spokane county fair.
Slagle is the best choice for Spokane School Board, Director, Position 2.
Jenny Slagle
Jenny Slagle is running for Spokane School Board, Director, Position 2. She is the Director of Community Services at Better Health Together, where Slagle advocates for healthier communities and improved Medicaid access.
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Jenny Slagle is running for Spokane School Board, Director, Position 2. She is the Director of Community Services at Better Health Together, where Slagle advocates for healthier communities and improved Medicaid access. She has served on the Spokane School District Diversity Advisory Board. A member of the Yakama tribe, Slagle states that she wants to be bold in her equity work by strengthening relationships with regional tribes and other communities of color. Slagle wants to see appropriate school and class sizes, increase the number of mental health professionals in schools, and institute social-emotional learning programs.
Slagle is running against educator Kellilin "Kelli" MacFarlane, who works as a substitute teacher in Spokane and has taught since 2005. She is running to get teachers’ voices heard. Unfortunately, MacFarlane did not return an election questionnaire and does not have detailed platform information. One of her more recent posts on social media is a photo of herself with a Donald Trump cutout at the Spokane GOP Booth at the Spokane county fair.
Slagle is the best choice for Spokane School Board, Director, Position 2.
Last updated: 2023-04-05
There are two strong candidates for Vancouver School District Director, Position No. 4: teacher Lisa Messer and student Lindsey Luis. They both earned endorsements from local Democrat groups and our Progressive Voters Guide partners.
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Erin Georgen is running for Spokane School Board, Director, Position 4. She is prioritizing the expansion of resources and interventions for struggling students, training staff in de-escalation techniques, and ensuring that students get more practical-skill and project-based education, including preparing kids to work in the clean energy economy. As someone who has worked at St. Luke’s Rehabilitation for many years, Georgen does not support arming campus resource officers because she doesn't believe it makes students or staff safer when dealing with behavioral issues. Georgen also has a background in physical therapy, worked as an assistant with high needs patients, and has strong experience in mental health and discipline issues in schools.
Georgen's opponent in this race is Kevin Morrison, who has worked in Spokane Public Schools for sixteen years and served seven years in the superintendent’s cabinet. He is prioritizing working with the city’s legislative partners to find budget solutions and advocate for additional funding for special education and youth mental crisis care. While he is progressive on some issues, in our volunteer interviews he was evasive on the issue of arming school resources officers and he is not as strong on racial equity as Georgen.
We believe Erin Georgen is the best choice in this race because of her thoughtful analysis of equity in Spokane Public Schools and she deserves your vote for Spokane School Board, Director, Position 4.
Last updated: 2023-04-05Erin Georgen
Erin Georgen is running for Spokane School Board, Director, Position 4.
Erin Georgen is running for Spokane School Board, Director, Position 4. She is prioritizing the expansion of resources and interventions for struggling students, training staff in de-escalation techniques, and ensuring that students get more practical-skill and project-based education, including preparing kids to work in the clean energy economy. As someone who has worked at St. Luke’s Rehabilitation for many years, Georgen does not support arming campus resource officers because she doesn't believe it makes students or staff safer when dealing with behavioral issues. Georgen also has a background in physical therapy, worked as an assistant with high needs patients, and has strong experience in mental health and discipline issues in schools.
Georgen's opponent in this race is Kevin Morrison, who has worked in Spokane Public Schools for sixteen years and served seven years in the superintendent’s cabinet. He is prioritizing working with the city’s legislative partners to find budget solutions and advocate for additional funding for special education and youth mental crisis care. While he is progressive on some issues, in our volunteer interviews he was evasive on the issue of arming school resources officers and he is not as strong on racial equity as Georgen.
We believe Erin Georgen is the best choice in this race because of her thoughtful analysis of equity in Spokane Public Schools and she deserves your vote for Spokane School Board, Director, Position 4.
Erin Georgen
Erin Georgen is running for Spokane School Board, Director, Position 4.
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Erin Georgen is running for Spokane School Board, Director, Position 4. She is prioritizing the expansion of resources and interventions for struggling students, training staff in de-escalation techniques, and ensuring that students get more practical-skill and project-based education, including preparing kids to work in the clean energy economy. As someone who has worked at St. Luke’s Rehabilitation for many years, Georgen does not support arming campus resource officers because she doesn't believe it makes students or staff safer when dealing with behavioral issues. Georgen also has a background in physical therapy, worked as an assistant with high needs patients, and has strong experience in mental health and discipline issues in schools.
Georgen's opponent in this race is Kevin Morrison, who has worked in Spokane Public Schools for sixteen years and served seven years in the superintendent’s cabinet. He is prioritizing working with the city’s legislative partners to find budget solutions and advocate for additional funding for special education and youth mental crisis care. While he is progressive on some issues, in our volunteer interviews he was evasive on the issue of arming school resources officers and he is not as strong on racial equity as Georgen.
We believe Erin Georgen is the best choice in this race because of her thoughtful analysis of equity in Spokane Public Schools and she deserves your vote for Spokane School Board, Director, Position 4.
Last updated: 2023-04-05
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Lisa Keating is the executive director of My Purple Umbrella, an organization which advocates for LGBTQ students. She was motivated to run because of recent teachers' strikes and is striving to bring more transparency and accountability to the school board.
Keating is challenging 30-year incumbent Debbie Winskill, the longest-serving member on the board. Unfortunately, Winskill was the only member of the board who did not sign a letter condemning the controversial op-ed titled "Diversity education is a divisive education" penned a Tacoma teacher who opposed the incorporation of ethnic studies into Tacoma schools' curricula, saying that she thought he was a good teacher.
It's long past time for fresh leadership on the Tacoma School Board. Lisa Keating is the best choice in this race.Last updated: 2023-04-05Lisa Keating
Lisa Keating is the executive director of My Purple Umbrella, an organization which advocates for LGBTQ students. She was motivated to run because of recent teachers' strikes and is striving to bring more transparency and accountability to the school board.
Lisa Keating is the executive director of My Purple Umbrella, an organization which advocates for LGBTQ students. She was motivated to run because of recent teachers' strikes and is striving to bring more transparency and accountability to the school board.
Keating is challenging 30-year incumbent Debbie Winskill, the longest-serving member on the board. Unfortunately, Winskill was the only member of the board who did not sign a letter condemning the controversial op-ed titled "Diversity education is a divisive education" penned a Tacoma teacher who opposed the incorporation of ethnic studies into Tacoma schools' curricula, saying that she thought he was a good teacher.
It's long past time for fresh leadership on the Tacoma School Board. Lisa Keating is the best choice in this race.Lisa Keating
Lisa Keating is the executive director of My Purple Umbrella, an organization which advocates for LGBTQ students. She was motivated to run because of recent teachers' strikes and is striving to bring more transparency and accountability to the school board.
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Lisa Keating is the executive director of My Purple Umbrella, an organization which advocates for LGBTQ students. She was motivated to run because of recent teachers' strikes and is striving to bring more transparency and accountability to the school board.
Keating is challenging 30-year incumbent Debbie Winskill, the longest-serving member on the board. Unfortunately, Winskill was the only member of the board who did not sign a letter condemning the controversial op-ed titled "Diversity education is a divisive education" penned a Tacoma teacher who opposed the incorporation of ethnic studies into Tacoma schools' curricula, saying that she thought he was a good teacher.
It's long past time for fresh leadership on the Tacoma School Board. Lisa Keating is the best choice in this race.Last updated: 2023-04-05
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Dr. Enrique Leon was chosen to join the school board by the Tacoma School Board of Directors after School Board President Catherine Ushka was elected to the city council. Along with his position on the board, Dr. Leon works at MultiCare Tacoma Family Medicine and is a team physician for Lincoln and Stadium High schools.
Leon notes that last year's teacher strike gave educators a well-deserved raise, but acknowledged rifts in the community between the district leaders and the unions that resulted.
The state Legislature has enacted a cap on levy funding that has contributed to a budget deficit in Tacoma schools. This year the formula was amended, but schools still face consequences such as teacher layoffs. In light of further likely budget cuts in the district, Leon says he is looking at free and open evidence-based curriculum rather than buying a new curriculum. He will also focus on supporting an enhanced elementary reading curriculum, emphasizing kids' emotional and mental health, and creating community-school partnerships.
Leon is running against Kristopher Kerns, the vice president of Point Defiance Elementary's PTA. He supported last September's teacher strike, saying that teachers deserve fair wages, but noted the burden on parents like himself. Kerns would modify hiring timelines and policies for teachers, aggressively recruit new educators, and states that he will ensure no additional layoffs in the district
We lean towards Leon in this race.Last updated: 2023-04-05Dr. Enrique Leon
Dr. Enrique Leon was chosen to join the school board by the Tacoma School Board of Directors after School Board President Catherine Ushka was elected to the city council. Along with his position on the board, Dr.
Dr. Enrique Leon was chosen to join the school board by the Tacoma School Board of Directors after School Board President Catherine Ushka was elected to the city council. Along with his position on the board, Dr. Leon works at MultiCare Tacoma Family Medicine and is a team physician for Lincoln and Stadium High schools.
Leon notes that last year's teacher strike gave educators a well-deserved raise, but acknowledged rifts in the community between the district leaders and the unions that resulted.
The state Legislature has enacted a cap on levy funding that has contributed to a budget deficit in Tacoma schools. This year the formula was amended, but schools still face consequences such as teacher layoffs. In light of further likely budget cuts in the district, Leon says he is looking at free and open evidence-based curriculum rather than buying a new curriculum. He will also focus on supporting an enhanced elementary reading curriculum, emphasizing kids' emotional and mental health, and creating community-school partnerships.
Leon is running against Kristopher Kerns, the vice president of Point Defiance Elementary's PTA. He supported last September's teacher strike, saying that teachers deserve fair wages, but noted the burden on parents like himself. Kerns would modify hiring timelines and policies for teachers, aggressively recruit new educators, and states that he will ensure no additional layoffs in the district
We lean towards Leon in this race.Dr. Enrique Leon
Dr. Enrique Leon was chosen to join the school board by the Tacoma School Board of Directors after School Board President Catherine Ushka was elected to the city council. Along with his position on the board, Dr.
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Dr. Enrique Leon was chosen to join the school board by the Tacoma School Board of Directors after School Board President Catherine Ushka was elected to the city council. Along with his position on the board, Dr. Leon works at MultiCare Tacoma Family Medicine and is a team physician for Lincoln and Stadium High schools.
Leon notes that last year's teacher strike gave educators a well-deserved raise, but acknowledged rifts in the community between the district leaders and the unions that resulted.
The state Legislature has enacted a cap on levy funding that has contributed to a budget deficit in Tacoma schools. This year the formula was amended, but schools still face consequences such as teacher layoffs. In light of further likely budget cuts in the district, Leon says he is looking at free and open evidence-based curriculum rather than buying a new curriculum. He will also focus on supporting an enhanced elementary reading curriculum, emphasizing kids' emotional and mental health, and creating community-school partnerships.
Leon is running against Kristopher Kerns, the vice president of Point Defiance Elementary's PTA. He supported last September's teacher strike, saying that teachers deserve fair wages, but noted the burden on parents like himself. Kerns would modify hiring timelines and policies for teachers, aggressively recruit new educators, and states that he will ensure no additional layoffs in the district
We lean towards Leon in this race.Last updated: 2023-04-05
There are two strong candidates for Vancouver School District Director, Position No. 4: teacher Lisa Messer and student Lindsey Luis. They both earned endorsements from local Democrat groups and our Progressive Voters Guide partners.
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Lisa Messer has been a teacher in Evergreen Public Schools for 14 years and is running for Vancouver School District No. 37, School Director, Position 4. She wants to update the district to meet the needs of modern students, collaborate with the community, and honor the hard work educators do. Messer also supports increasing racial equity across the district and supporting the emotional needs of students, specifically mentioning LGBTQ students. Regarding the teachers' strike last year, Messer believes administrators should have been more proactive in seeing changes coming and adapting to them. She has two daughters in Vancouver Public Schools and is uniquely qualified for this position as both a parent and an educator. Messer has a strong campaign presence and is endorsed by several of our progressive partners.
Messer is running against Kathy Decker, who is a teacher as well as a classroom volunteer. She does not have a strong campaign presence but believes families need to be fully involved in the education of their children, including access to administrators, board members, and department heads and that successful schools must provide "comprehensive assistance for children with high needs."
Messer's experience and support from our progressive partners make her the best choice for Vancouver School District No. 37, School Director, Position 4.
Last updated: 2023-04-05Lisa Messer
Lisa Messer has been a teacher in Evergreen Public Schools for 14 years and is running for Vancouver School District No.
Lisa Messer has been a teacher in Evergreen Public Schools for 14 years and is running for Vancouver School District No. 37, School Director, Position 4. She wants to update the district to meet the needs of modern students, collaborate with the community, and honor the hard work educators do. Messer also supports increasing racial equity across the district and supporting the emotional needs of students, specifically mentioning LGBTQ students. Regarding the teachers' strike last year, Messer believes administrators should have been more proactive in seeing changes coming and adapting to them. She has two daughters in Vancouver Public Schools and is uniquely qualified for this position as both a parent and an educator. Messer has a strong campaign presence and is endorsed by several of our progressive partners.
Messer is running against Kathy Decker, who is a teacher as well as a classroom volunteer. She does not have a strong campaign presence but believes families need to be fully involved in the education of their children, including access to administrators, board members, and department heads and that successful schools must provide "comprehensive assistance for children with high needs."
Messer's experience and support from our progressive partners make her the best choice for Vancouver School District No. 37, School Director, Position 4.
Lisa Messer
Lisa Messer has been a teacher in Evergreen Public Schools for 14 years and is running for Vancouver School District No.
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Lisa Messer has been a teacher in Evergreen Public Schools for 14 years and is running for Vancouver School District No. 37, School Director, Position 4. She wants to update the district to meet the needs of modern students, collaborate with the community, and honor the hard work educators do. Messer also supports increasing racial equity across the district and supporting the emotional needs of students, specifically mentioning LGBTQ students. Regarding the teachers' strike last year, Messer believes administrators should have been more proactive in seeing changes coming and adapting to them. She has two daughters in Vancouver Public Schools and is uniquely qualified for this position as both a parent and an educator. Messer has a strong campaign presence and is endorsed by several of our progressive partners.
Messer is running against Kathy Decker, who is a teacher as well as a classroom volunteer. She does not have a strong campaign presence but believes families need to be fully involved in the education of their children, including access to administrators, board members, and department heads and that successful schools must provide "comprehensive assistance for children with high needs."
Messer's experience and support from our progressive partners make her the best choice for Vancouver School District No. 37, School Director, Position 4.
Last updated: 2023-04-05
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