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Deborah "Deb" Krishnadasan is running to retain her seat as the state Senator representing the 26th Legislative District. Krishnadasan was appointed in 2024 to replace Emily Randall, who was elected to Congress. Prior to her appointment, Krishnadasan was an active member of the Peninsula School Board, first serving as a full-time public school volunteer. She was later elected to the Peninsula School District Board of Directors and eventually served as the president. While on the board, Krishnadasan led efforts to increase school funding, including forming an advocacy group and campaigning for school levies and bonds. For her work in public service, Krishnadasan has received many awards, including Citizen of the Year and the Hugh McMillan and Community Leadership awards.
In our interview, Krishnadasan's commitment to improving public education was evident. Since assuming her Senate position, she has remained true to her progressive values, such as voting to establish anti-discrimination protections for students. She also voted to increase education funding and expand access to special education across the state.
Additionally, Krishnadasan has supported other progressive bills addressing health care and workers' rights. In 2025, she introduced legislation that required hospitals to perform abortions when necessary to protect the safety or health of a pregnant patient.
During her tenure, there have been some votes on which we have disagreed with the senator. For example, Krishnadasan was among only two Democrats who voted against a new excise tax on short-term rental properties that would have funded affordable housing. We also disagreed with her vote against creating a uniform recycling system for the state and solutions to reduce waste going into landfills. Nevertheless, she has been supportive of most progressive priorities in Olympia.
Deborah Krishnadasan has long been involved in her community and is a strong advocate for education and other progressive values. She is the clear choice for Senate from the 26th Legislative District.
Deborah "Deb" Krishnadasan is running to retain her seat as the state Senator representing the 26th Legislative District. Krishnadasan was appointed in 2024 to replace Emily Randall, who was elected to Congress. Prior to her appointment, Krishnadasan was an active member of the Peninsula School Board, first serving as a full-time public school volunteer. She was later elected to the Peninsula School District Board of Directors and eventually served as the president. While on the board, Krishnadasan led efforts to increase school funding, including forming an advocacy group and campaigning for school levies and bonds. For her work in public service, Krishnadasan has received many awards, including Citizen of the Year and the Hugh McMillan and Community Leadership awards.
In our interview, Krishnadasan's commitment to improving public education was evident. Since assuming her Senate position, she has remained true to her progressive values, such as voting to establish anti-discrimination protections for students. She also voted to increase education funding and expand access to special education across the state.
Additionally, Krishnadasan has supported other progressive bills addressing health care and workers' rights. In 2025, she introduced legislation that required hospitals to perform abortions when necessary to protect the safety or health of a pregnant patient.
During her tenure, there have been some votes on which we have disagreed with the senator. For example, Krishnadasan was among only two Democrats who voted against a new excise tax on short-term rental properties that would have funded affordable housing. We also disagreed with her vote against creating a uniform recycling system for the state and solutions to reduce waste going into landfills. Nevertheless, she has been supportive of most progressive priorities in Olympia.
Deborah Krishnadasan has long been involved in her community and is a strong advocate for education and other progressive values. She is the clear choice for Senate from the 26th Legislative District.
Deborah "Deb" Krishnadasan is running to retain her seat as the state Senator representing the 26th Legislative District. Krishnadasan was appointed in 2024 to replace Emily Randall, who was elected to Congress. Prior to her appointment, Krishnadasan was an active member of the Peninsula School Board, first serving as a full-time public school volunteer. She was later elected to the Peninsula School District Board of Directors and eventually served as the president. While on the board, Krishnadasan led efforts to increase school funding, including forming an advocacy group and campaigning for school levies and bonds. For her work in public service, Krishnadasan has received many awards, including Citizen of the Year and the Hugh McMillan and Community Leadership awards.
In our interview, Krishnadasan's commitment to improving public education was evident. Since assuming her Senate position, she has remained true to her progressive values, such as voting to establish anti-discrimination protections for students. She also voted to increase education funding and expand access to special education across the state.
Additionally, Krishnadasan has supported other progressive bills addressing health care and workers' rights. In 2025, she introduced legislation that required hospitals to perform abortions when necessary to protect the safety or health of a pregnant patient.
During her tenure, there have been some votes on which we have disagreed with the senator. For example, Krishnadasan was among only two Democrats who voted against a new excise tax on short-term rental properties that would have funded affordable housing. We also disagreed with her vote against creating a uniform recycling system for the state and solutions to reduce waste going into landfills. Nevertheless, she has been supportive of most progressive priorities in Olympia.
Deborah Krishnadasan has long been involved in her community and is a strong advocate for education and other progressive values. She is the clear choice for Senate from the 26th Legislative District.
Democrat Edwin Obras is running to retain his seat representing the 33rd Legislative District, Position 1. Obras was appointed to this seat after former Rep. Tina Orwall moved to the Senate. Obras has over 25 years of experience working in human services, including homelessness, anti-hunger, capacity building, and youth development.
Since his appointment, Obras has been a champion of thoughtful solutions to the challenges local families face. He voted in favor of several progressive bills, including capping rent increases at 10%, reducing landfill waste, and establishing anti-discrimination protections in schools. He also sponsored a bill to limit excessive home buying, a move intended to open the market to first-time home buyers. He also won praise from labor unions for his steady hand and hard work on bills to protect low-wage janitors and hotel workers.
If elected, Obras plans to continue advocating for housing affordability, criminal justice reform, and workers' rights. He is an advocate for labor protections for low-income and gig economy workers, fighting for fair wages and safe working conditions. He also hopes to use his professional background to help expand statewide access to mental health resources.
Edwin Obras is the best and most progressive choice in this race. He has earned your vote for the Legislature from the 33rd Legislative District.
Democrat Edwin Obras is running to retain his seat representing the 33rd Legislative District, Position 1. Obras was appointed to this seat after former Rep. Tina Orwall moved to the Senate. Obras has over 25 years of experience working in human services, including homelessness, anti-hunger, capacity building, and youth development.
Since his appointment, Obras has been a champion of thoughtful solutions to the challenges local families face. He voted in favor of several progressive bills, including capping rent increases at 10%, reducing landfill waste, and establishing anti-discrimination protections in schools. He also sponsored a bill to limit excessive home buying, a move intended to open the market to first-time home buyers. He also won praise from labor unions for his steady hand and hard work on bills to protect low-wage janitors and hotel workers.
If elected, Obras plans to continue advocating for housing affordability, criminal justice reform, and workers' rights. He is an advocate for labor protections for low-income and gig economy workers, fighting for fair wages and safe working conditions. He also hopes to use his professional background to help expand statewide access to mental health resources.
Edwin Obras is the best and most progressive choice in this race. He has earned your vote for the Legislature from the 33rd Legislative District.
Democrat Edwin Obras is running to retain his seat representing the 33rd Legislative District, Position 1. Obras was appointed to this seat after former Rep. Tina Orwall moved to the Senate. Obras has over 25 years of experience working in human services, including homelessness, anti-hunger, capacity building, and youth development.
Since his appointment, Obras has been a champion of thoughtful solutions to the challenges local families face. He voted in favor of several progressive bills, including capping rent increases at 10%, reducing landfill waste, and establishing anti-discrimination protections in schools. He also sponsored a bill to limit excessive home buying, a move intended to open the market to first-time home buyers. He also won praise from labor unions for his steady hand and hard work on bills to protect low-wage janitors and hotel workers.
If elected, Obras plans to continue advocating for housing affordability, criminal justice reform, and workers' rights. He is an advocate for labor protections for low-income and gig economy workers, fighting for fair wages and safe working conditions. He also hopes to use his professional background to help expand statewide access to mental health resources.
Edwin Obras is the best and most progressive choice in this race. He has earned your vote for the Legislature from the 33rd Legislative District.
Sen. Emily Alvarado is running unopposed to retain her seat representing the 34th Legislative District. She spent five years working at Seattle's Office of Housing, including two as its director. She was previously an organizer at Planned Parenthood and currently serves on the board of the Washington Low Income Housing Alliance, among several other leadership roles in community organizations.
Alvarado emerged as a progressive leader in the state Senate during her first legislative session after being appointed to the Senate seat. As it was in the House, her top priority is to maintain and expand affordable housing. She is a proponent of increased housing density and creating "more housing choices in all communities." This year, Alvarado successfully passed her rent stabilization bill to cap yearly rent increases, which will help reduce homelessness and allow families to remain in their homes.
Alvarado is also a champion for early learning. In 2025, she sponsored a bill to change permitting and zoning for childcare centers to integrate them into urban planning. In her current campaign, she continues to advocate for greater access to affordable and quality childcare.
Emily Alvarado has earned your vote to continue representing the 34th Legislative District in the Washington state Senate.
Sen. Emily Alvarado is running unopposed to retain her seat representing the 34th Legislative District. She spent five years working at Seattle's Office of Housing, including two as its director. She was previously an organizer at Planned Parenthood and currently serves on the board of the Washington Low Income Housing Alliance, among several other leadership roles in community organizations.
Alvarado emerged as a progressive leader in the state Senate during her first legislative session after being appointed to the Senate seat. As it was in the House, her top priority is to maintain and expand affordable housing. She is a proponent of increased housing density and creating "more housing choices in all communities." This year, Alvarado successfully passed her rent stabilization bill to cap yearly rent increases, which will help reduce homelessness and allow families to remain in their homes.
Alvarado is also a champion for early learning. In 2025, she sponsored a bill to change permitting and zoning for childcare centers to integrate them into urban planning. In her current campaign, she continues to advocate for greater access to affordable and quality childcare.
Emily Alvarado has earned your vote to continue representing the 34th Legislative District in the Washington state Senate.
Sen. Emily Alvarado is running unopposed to retain her seat representing the 34th Legislative District. She spent five years working at Seattle's Office of Housing, including two as its director. She was previously an organizer at Planned Parenthood and currently serves on the board of the Washington Low Income Housing Alliance, among several other leadership roles in community organizations.
Alvarado emerged as a progressive leader in the state Senate during her first legislative session after being appointed to the Senate seat. As it was in the House, her top priority is to maintain and expand affordable housing. She is a proponent of increased housing density and creating "more housing choices in all communities." This year, Alvarado successfully passed her rent stabilization bill to cap yearly rent increases, which will help reduce homelessness and allow families to remain in their homes.
Alvarado is also a champion for early learning. In 2025, she sponsored a bill to change permitting and zoning for childcare centers to integrate them into urban planning. In her current campaign, she continues to advocate for greater access to affordable and quality childcare.
Emily Alvarado has earned your vote to continue representing the 34th Legislative District in the Washington state Senate.
Brianna Thomas is running to retain her position as a state representative in the 34th Legislative District. Thomas was appointed to this position earlier this year to replace former Rep. Emily Alvarado. Prior to becoming a House representative, Thomas was the chief of staff for former Seattle City Council President Lorena Gonzalez. Previously, she led the effort to bring democracy vouchers to Seattle through the Honest Elections Initiative and also worked on the “Yes for SeaTac” campaign to raise the minimum wage to $15.
Since her appointment, Thomas has followed through on her previous campaign promises. She voted in favor of limiting rent increases to 10%, which will help improve housing affordability, and voted in favor of building more housing near transit. Additionally, she voted to strengthen anti-discrimination policies in schools and prohibit the removal of students from school grounds during the school day without parental authorization.
Her current campaign continues to focus on affordable housing, labor rights, economic recovery. She is a strong supporter of anti-displacement policies and adding to the housing supply. In addition to her work in labor rights, she is also unwavering in her stance on protecting reproductive and social rights. She stands for access to reproductive health, LGBTQ+ equality, and commonsense measures to reduce gun violence.
While Brianna Thomas is running unopposed in this race, she has certainly earned your vote to retain her position representing the 34th Legislative District in Position 1.
Brianna Thomas is running to retain her position as a state representative in the 34th Legislative District. Thomas was appointed to this position earlier this year to replace former Rep. Emily Alvarado. Prior to becoming a House representative, Thomas was the chief of staff for former Seattle City Council President Lorena Gonzalez. Previously, she led the effort to bring democracy vouchers to Seattle through the Honest Elections Initiative and also worked on the “Yes for SeaTac” campaign to raise the minimum wage to $15.
Since her appointment, Thomas has followed through on her previous campaign promises. She voted in favor of limiting rent increases to 10%, which will help improve housing affordability, and voted in favor of building more housing near transit. Additionally, she voted to strengthen anti-discrimination policies in schools and prohibit the removal of students from school grounds during the school day without parental authorization.
Her current campaign continues to focus on affordable housing, labor rights, economic recovery. She is a strong supporter of anti-displacement policies and adding to the housing supply. In addition to her work in labor rights, she is also unwavering in her stance on protecting reproductive and social rights. She stands for access to reproductive health, LGBTQ+ equality, and commonsense measures to reduce gun violence.
While Brianna Thomas is running unopposed in this race, she has certainly earned your vote to retain her position representing the 34th Legislative District in Position 1.
Brianna Thomas is running to retain her position as a state representative in the 34th Legislative District. Thomas was appointed to this position earlier this year to replace former Rep. Emily Alvarado. Prior to becoming a House representative, Thomas was the chief of staff for former Seattle City Council President Lorena Gonzalez. Previously, she led the effort to bring democracy vouchers to Seattle through the Honest Elections Initiative and also worked on the “Yes for SeaTac” campaign to raise the minimum wage to $15.
Since her appointment, Thomas has followed through on her previous campaign promises. She voted in favor of limiting rent increases to 10%, which will help improve housing affordability, and voted in favor of building more housing near transit. Additionally, she voted to strengthen anti-discrimination policies in schools and prohibit the removal of students from school grounds during the school day without parental authorization.
Her current campaign continues to focus on affordable housing, labor rights, economic recovery. She is a strong supporter of anti-displacement policies and adding to the housing supply. In addition to her work in labor rights, she is also unwavering in her stance on protecting reproductive and social rights. She stands for access to reproductive health, LGBTQ+ equality, and commonsense measures to reduce gun violence.
While Brianna Thomas is running unopposed in this race, she has certainly earned your vote to retain her position representing the 34th Legislative District in Position 1.
Rep. Janice Zahn is running to retain Position 1 representing the 41st Legislative District. Zahn emigrated from Hong Kong as a child and has dedicated her adult life to stewarding public infrastructure and services. She is the chief engineer for the Port of Seattle and served on the Bellevue City Council until her appointment to the Legislature in January.
Zahn has been a consistent and outspoken progressive leader in our community. In our interview, she shared that her priorities include supporting affordable housing, paid family leave, efficient project management, and protecting public education for students. She approaches policy with an eye on equity and wants to "help those who are furthest from power to create a level playing field for them to advocate for themselves."
One of Zahn's proudest accomplishments during her time on the Bellevue City Council was the development and implementation of a safe parking program. The program supported approximately 60 children experiencing housing instability by providing a safe space for families to park their cars, rest, study, and have a meal. The program particularly supported single working moms, helping them find their own stability and move into transitional housing.
Janice Zahn is a caring and compassionate leader who has hosted over 250 constituent meetings to hear their concerns. She has earned your vote for Position 1 representing the 41st Legislative District.
Rep. Janice Zahn is running to retain Position 1 representing the 41st Legislative District. Zahn emigrated from Hong Kong as a child and has dedicated her adult life to stewarding public infrastructure and services. She is the chief engineer for the Port of Seattle and served on the Bellevue City Council until her appointment to the Legislature in January.
Zahn has been a consistent and outspoken progressive leader in our community. In our interview, she shared that her priorities include supporting affordable housing, paid family leave, efficient project management, and protecting public education for students. She approaches policy with an eye on equity and wants to "help those who are furthest from power to create a level playing field for them to advocate for themselves."
One of Zahn's proudest accomplishments during her time on the Bellevue City Council was the development and implementation of a safe parking program. The program supported approximately 60 children experiencing housing instability by providing a safe space for families to park their cars, rest, study, and have a meal. The program particularly supported single working moms, helping them find their own stability and move into transitional housing.
Janice Zahn is a caring and compassionate leader who has hosted over 250 constituent meetings to hear their concerns. She has earned your vote for Position 1 representing the 41st Legislative District.
Rep. Janice Zahn is running to retain Position 1 representing the 41st Legislative District. Zahn emigrated from Hong Kong as a child and has dedicated her adult life to stewarding public infrastructure and services. She is the chief engineer for the Port of Seattle and served on the Bellevue City Council until her appointment to the Legislature in January.
Zahn has been a consistent and outspoken progressive leader in our community. In our interview, she shared that her priorities include supporting affordable housing, paid family leave, efficient project management, and protecting public education for students. She approaches policy with an eye on equity and wants to "help those who are furthest from power to create a level playing field for them to advocate for themselves."
One of Zahn's proudest accomplishments during her time on the Bellevue City Council was the development and implementation of a safe parking program. The program supported approximately 60 children experiencing housing instability by providing a safe space for families to park their cars, rest, study, and have a meal. The program particularly supported single working moms, helping them find their own stability and move into transitional housing.
Janice Zahn is a caring and compassionate leader who has hosted over 250 constituent meetings to hear their concerns. She has earned your vote for Position 1 representing the 41st Legislative District.
Democrat Vandana Slatter is running to retain her position representing the 48th Legislative District in the state Senate. In January, Slatter was appointed by the King County Council to replace Sen. Patty Kuderer, who won her recent election for Washington Insurance Commissioner. Slatter previously served on the Bellevue City Council as the first Indian-American city council member, as well as on the boards of organizations such as the Children's Institute for Learning Differences and NARAL Pro-Choice Washington.
In the Legislature, Slatter has built a reputation as a progressive champion for students and working people. She recently supported bills to strengthen gun safety through a number of commonsense measures, teach inclusive curricula at school, and support collective bargaining rights for workers. In previous sessions, she worked to pass legislation that funds zero-emission school buses and improves access to food assistance programs for those in our community who need them. Her appointment from the King County Council and strong community support from past campaigns confirm that she is a respected and effective progressive leader in Olympia.
We highly recommend voting to retain Senator Vandana Slatter to represent the 48th Legislative District.
Democrat Vandana Slatter is running to retain her position representing the 48th Legislative District in the state Senate. In January, Slatter was appointed by the King County Council to replace Sen. Patty Kuderer, who won her recent election for Washington Insurance Commissioner. Slatter previously served on the Bellevue City Council as the first Indian-American city council member, as well as on the boards of organizations such as the Children's Institute for Learning Differences and NARAL Pro-Choice Washington.
In the Legislature, Slatter has built a reputation as a progressive champion for students and working people. She recently supported bills to strengthen gun safety through a number of commonsense measures, teach inclusive curricula at school, and support collective bargaining rights for workers. In previous sessions, she worked to pass legislation that funds zero-emission school buses and improves access to food assistance programs for those in our community who need them. Her appointment from the King County Council and strong community support from past campaigns confirm that she is a respected and effective progressive leader in Olympia.
We highly recommend voting to retain Senator Vandana Slatter to represent the 48th Legislative District.
Democrat Vandana Slatter is running to retain her position representing the 48th Legislative District in the state Senate. In January, Slatter was appointed by the King County Council to replace Sen. Patty Kuderer, who won her recent election for Washington Insurance Commissioner. Slatter previously served on the Bellevue City Council as the first Indian-American city council member, as well as on the boards of organizations such as the Children's Institute for Learning Differences and NARAL Pro-Choice Washington.
In the Legislature, Slatter has built a reputation as a progressive champion for students and working people. She recently supported bills to strengthen gun safety through a number of commonsense measures, teach inclusive curricula at school, and support collective bargaining rights for workers. In previous sessions, she worked to pass legislation that funds zero-emission school buses and improves access to food assistance programs for those in our community who need them. Her appointment from the King County Council and strong community support from past campaigns confirm that she is a respected and effective progressive leader in Olympia.
We highly recommend voting to retain Senator Vandana Slatter to represent the 48th Legislative District.
Osman Salahuddin is running to be retained by voters in Legislative District 48, House Position 1. Salahuddin is a former Redmond City Council member who was appointed by the King County Council to fill Vandana Slatter's former seat. Before holding elected office, he worked as a communications and community engagement manager for King County Councilmember Sarah Perry and held several roles at a national consulting corporation.
Salahuddin’s top priority is addressing the rising cost of living in Washington. He is taking a comprehensive approach to affordability by addressing issues such as health care, housing, and childcare, so that all Washingtonians can afford the basics. In particular, Salahuddin voted to limit rent increases to 10%, which will reduce the cost of housing for renters across the state. As one of our youngest lawmakers, Salahuddin represents a part of the electorate who are often underrepresented in state legislatures.
Osman Salahuddin was an effective leader during his first session in Olympia. He has earned your vote to retain his position as the 48th Legislative District Representative.
Osman Salahuddin is running to be retained by voters in Legislative District 48, House Position 1. Salahuddin is a former Redmond City Council member who was appointed by the King County Council to fill Vandana Slatter's former seat. Before holding elected office, he worked as a communications and community engagement manager for King County Councilmember Sarah Perry and held several roles at a national consulting corporation.
Salahuddin’s top priority is addressing the rising cost of living in Washington. He is taking a comprehensive approach to affordability by addressing issues such as health care, housing, and childcare, so that all Washingtonians can afford the basics. In particular, Salahuddin voted to limit rent increases to 10%, which will reduce the cost of housing for renters across the state. As one of our youngest lawmakers, Salahuddin represents a part of the electorate who are often underrepresented in state legislatures.
Osman Salahuddin was an effective leader during his first session in Olympia. He has earned your vote to retain his position as the 48th Legislative District Representative.
Osman Salahuddin is running to be retained by voters in Legislative District 48, House Position 1. Salahuddin is a former Redmond City Council member who was appointed by the King County Council to fill Vandana Slatter's former seat. Before holding elected office, he worked as a communications and community engagement manager for King County Councilmember Sarah Perry and held several roles at a national consulting corporation.
Salahuddin’s top priority is addressing the rising cost of living in Washington. He is taking a comprehensive approach to affordability by addressing issues such as health care, housing, and childcare, so that all Washingtonians can afford the basics. In particular, Salahuddin voted to limit rent increases to 10%, which will reduce the cost of housing for renters across the state. As one of our youngest lawmakers, Salahuddin represents a part of the electorate who are often underrepresented in state legislatures.
Osman Salahuddin was an effective leader during his first session in Olympia. He has earned your vote to retain his position as the 48th Legislative District Representative.
Depending on where you live, you may have the below county races on your ballot.
King County Council President Girmay Zahilay has represented District 2 (Central and South Seattle) since his first election in 2019. Raised in Seattle’s public housing by a refugee single mother, he lived in public housing and survived on food stamps before making his way through Stanford University to serve in the Obama administration fighting poverty. He is an attorney with experience in both the corporate and public sectors. Zahilay also founded Rising Leaders, a nonprofit that uplifts underserved middle school students to reach their full potential.
On the county council, Zahilay has focused on pressing issues such as community safety, the cost of living, and making investments in local public services. His accomplishments demonstrate a comprehensive and progressive approach to enhancing the quality of life for all county residents. Zahilay led the Food Bank Motion to bring greater food security and affordability to our region, helped efforts to transform Skyway, including greater public transit coverage. He has made public safety a top priority, including leading an effort to establish five crisis care centers that will help our neighbors struggling with addiction and mental illness, writing legislation to reduce gun violence, and creating a program to tackle crime at transit stations.
Zahilay's campaign focuses on a wide range of progressive priorities. His own personal experience with homelessness informs his approach to the issue, prioritizing solutions such as investing in additional shelter beds, zoning reforms, rental assistance programs, and youth-oriented programming to prevent homelessness. He is also a strong supporter of not only protecting but expanding access to reproductive health care, including gender-affirming care. Some of his other priorities include public safety, gun violence prevention, and more. Zahilay's platform is carefully and thoroughly constructed, with well-researched progressive solutions.
Zahilay has earned endorsements from local tribes, two fellow councilmembers, the governor and attorney general, as well as Representatives Adam Smith and Pramila Jayapal of King County.
King County Council President Girmay Zahilay has represented District 2 (Central and South Seattle) since his first election in 2019. Raised in Seattle’s public housing by a refugee single mother, he lived in public housing and survived on food stamps before making his way through Stanford University to serve in the Obama administration fighting poverty. He is an attorney with experience in both the corporate and public sectors. Zahilay also founded Rising Leaders, a nonprofit that uplifts underserved middle school students to reach their full potential.
On the county council, Zahilay has focused on pressing issues such as community safety, the cost of living, and making investments in local public services. His accomplishments demonstrate a comprehensive and progressive approach to enhancing the quality of life for all county residents. Zahilay led the Food Bank Motion to bring greater food security and affordability to our region, helped efforts to transform Skyway, including greater public transit coverage. He has made public safety a top priority, including leading an effort to establish five crisis care centers that will help our neighbors struggling with addiction and mental illness, writing legislation to reduce gun violence, and creating a program to tackle crime at transit stations.
Zahilay's campaign focuses on a wide range of progressive priorities. His own personal experience with homelessness informs his approach to the issue, prioritizing solutions such as investing in additional shelter beds, zoning reforms, rental assistance programs, and youth-oriented programming to prevent homelessness. He is also a strong supporter of not only protecting but expanding access to reproductive health care, including gender-affirming care. Some of his other priorities include public safety, gun violence prevention, and more. Zahilay's platform is carefully and thoroughly constructed, with well-researched progressive solutions.
Zahilay has earned endorsements from local tribes, two fellow councilmembers, the governor and attorney general, as well as Representatives Adam Smith and Pramila Jayapal of King County.
King County Council President Girmay Zahilay has represented District 2 (Central and South Seattle) since his first election in 2019. Raised in Seattle’s public housing by a refugee single mother, he lived in public housing and survived on food stamps before making his way through Stanford University to serve in the Obama administration fighting poverty. He is an attorney with experience in both the corporate and public sectors. Zahilay also founded Rising Leaders, a nonprofit that uplifts underserved middle school students to reach their full potential.
On the county council, Zahilay has focused on pressing issues such as community safety, the cost of living, and making investments in local public services. His accomplishments demonstrate a comprehensive and progressive approach to enhancing the quality of life for all county residents. Zahilay led the Food Bank Motion to bring greater food security and affordability to our region, helped efforts to transform Skyway, including greater public transit coverage. He has made public safety a top priority, including leading an effort to establish five crisis care centers that will help our neighbors struggling with addiction and mental illness, writing legislation to reduce gun violence, and creating a program to tackle crime at transit stations.
Zahilay's campaign focuses on a wide range of progressive priorities. His own personal experience with homelessness informs his approach to the issue, prioritizing solutions such as investing in additional shelter beds, zoning reforms, rental assistance programs, and youth-oriented programming to prevent homelessness. He is also a strong supporter of not only protecting but expanding access to reproductive health care, including gender-affirming care. Some of his other priorities include public safety, gun violence prevention, and more. Zahilay's platform is carefully and thoroughly constructed, with well-researched progressive solutions.
Zahilay has earned endorsements from local tribes, two fellow councilmembers, the governor and attorney general, as well as Representatives Adam Smith and Pramila Jayapal of King County.
Incumbent Rod Dembowsk is seeking another term representing District 1 on the King County Council, where he has served since 2013. Dembowski is an attorney who spent over a decade at a local litigation firm before his council work. His public service outside the council has included providing pro bono counsel to King County Superior Court judges, serving as a policy analyst in the county executive’s office, and joining the Seattle Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce Transportation Committee.
Dembowski has been a solid supporter of progressive reforms on the council. His top priorities have included protecting clear air and water, enhancing local government efficiency, improving regional transportation, and creating equitable opportunities so that all county residents can achieve prosperous futures. On the council, he protected King County Metro from attempted cuts, established the King County Youth Action Plan, and worked to secure paid parental leave for King County employees. In this race, he is once again running on an optimistic platform that emphasizes investing in human services, public transportation, climate solutions, and community safety.
Rod Dembowski is running unopposed in this race and will continue to make progressive change on the King County Council.
Incumbent Rod Dembowsk is seeking another term representing District 1 on the King County Council, where he has served since 2013. Dembowski is an attorney who spent over a decade at a local litigation firm before his council work. His public service outside the council has included providing pro bono counsel to King County Superior Court judges, serving as a policy analyst in the county executive’s office, and joining the Seattle Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce Transportation Committee.
Dembowski has been a solid supporter of progressive reforms on the council. His top priorities have included protecting clear air and water, enhancing local government efficiency, improving regional transportation, and creating equitable opportunities so that all county residents can achieve prosperous futures. On the council, he protected King County Metro from attempted cuts, established the King County Youth Action Plan, and worked to secure paid parental leave for King County employees. In this race, he is once again running on an optimistic platform that emphasizes investing in human services, public transportation, climate solutions, and community safety.
Rod Dembowski is running unopposed in this race and will continue to make progressive change on the King County Council.
Incumbent Rod Dembowsk is seeking another term representing District 1 on the King County Council, where he has served since 2013. Dembowski is an attorney who spent over a decade at a local litigation firm before his council work. His public service outside the council has included providing pro bono counsel to King County Superior Court judges, serving as a policy analyst in the county executive’s office, and joining the Seattle Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce Transportation Committee.
Dembowski has been a solid supporter of progressive reforms on the council. His top priorities have included protecting clear air and water, enhancing local government efficiency, improving regional transportation, and creating equitable opportunities so that all county residents can achieve prosperous futures. On the council, he protected King County Metro from attempted cuts, established the King County Youth Action Plan, and worked to secure paid parental leave for King County employees. In this race, he is once again running on an optimistic platform that emphasizes investing in human services, public transportation, climate solutions, and community safety.
Rod Dembowski is running unopposed in this race and will continue to make progressive change on the King County Council.
Incumbent Sarah Perry is running for another term representing District 3 on the King County Council. Perry was first elected in 2021 when she challenged an incumbent on a hopeful platform. Her professional background is in financial consulting for community entities, including nonprofits and universities, in the Puget Sound region.
Perry is a collaborative, community-minded, and practical leader who has worked to improve the quality of life in King County. During her term, she has advocated for farmers and rural workforce development, approved numerous strategies to increase affordable housing and alleviate the homelessness crisis, and supported local public services, including food access, mental health treatments, and senior services. Recently, she helped pass a policy to provide relief to help bomb cyclone victims get back on their feet. Now, Perry is running on a platform to continue building environmental sustainability, economic prosperity, and robust public services in King County.
We recommend re-electing Sarah Perry to serve another term representing District 3 on the King County Council.
Incumbent Sarah Perry is running for another term representing District 3 on the King County Council. Perry was first elected in 2021 when she challenged an incumbent on a hopeful platform. Her professional background is in financial consulting for community entities, including nonprofits and universities, in the Puget Sound region.
Perry is a collaborative, community-minded, and practical leader who has worked to improve the quality of life in King County. During her term, she has advocated for farmers and rural workforce development, approved numerous strategies to increase affordable housing and alleviate the homelessness crisis, and supported local public services, including food access, mental health treatments, and senior services. Recently, she helped pass a policy to provide relief to help bomb cyclone victims get back on their feet. Now, Perry is running on a platform to continue building environmental sustainability, economic prosperity, and robust public services in King County.
We recommend re-electing Sarah Perry to serve another term representing District 3 on the King County Council.
Incumbent Sarah Perry is running for another term representing District 3 on the King County Council. Perry was first elected in 2021 when she challenged an incumbent on a hopeful platform. Her professional background is in financial consulting for community entities, including nonprofits and universities, in the Puget Sound region.
Perry is a collaborative, community-minded, and practical leader who has worked to improve the quality of life in King County. During her term, she has advocated for farmers and rural workforce development, approved numerous strategies to increase affordable housing and alleviate the homelessness crisis, and supported local public services, including food access, mental health treatments, and senior services. Recently, she helped pass a policy to provide relief to help bomb cyclone victims get back on their feet. Now, Perry is running on a platform to continue building environmental sustainability, economic prosperity, and robust public services in King County.
We recommend re-electing Sarah Perry to serve another term representing District 3 on the King County Council.
Bryan Yambe is running to retain his seat on the Pierce County Council representing District 5. Yambe previously served on the Fife City Council before being appointed to the county council earlier this year. Yambe is a lifelong volunteer and a movement builder. He has worked with the Pierce County Young Democrats, 25th Legislative District Democrats, and the Washington State Labor Council, as well as multiple other boards and progressive organizations. When he was elected in 2013, he became only the second Japanese-American person to serve on the Fife City Council.
Yambe's current campaign platform includes detailed plans to create more affordable homes, raise wages, address public safety, improve transportation, and public health. He is a proponent of strengthening wraparound services and rehousing programs for people experiencing homelessness. Yambe also intends to create opportunities for first-time home buyers, centered around equity. Additionally, he is in favor of expanding crisis response teams and investing in youth intervention programs. In public health, Yambe plans to support local farmers and expand nutrition assistance programs.
Due to his track record of progressive leadership, detailed campaign, and endorsements from our partner organizations, we enthusiastically recommend retaining Bryan Yambe for Pierce County Council, District 5.
Bryan Yambe is running to retain his seat on the Pierce County Council representing District 5. Yambe previously served on the Fife City Council before being appointed to the county council earlier this year. Yambe is a lifelong volunteer and a movement builder. He has worked with the Pierce County Young Democrats, 25th Legislative District Democrats, and the Washington State Labor Council, as well as multiple other boards and progressive organizations. When he was elected in 2013, he became only the second Japanese-American person to serve on the Fife City Council.
Yambe's current campaign platform includes detailed plans to create more affordable homes, raise wages, address public safety, improve transportation, and public health. He is a proponent of strengthening wraparound services and rehousing programs for people experiencing homelessness. Yambe also intends to create opportunities for first-time home buyers, centered around equity. Additionally, he is in favor of expanding crisis response teams and investing in youth intervention programs. In public health, Yambe plans to support local farmers and expand nutrition assistance programs.
Due to his track record of progressive leadership, detailed campaign, and endorsements from our partner organizations, we enthusiastically recommend retaining Bryan Yambe for Pierce County Council, District 5.
Bryan Yambe is running to retain his seat on the Pierce County Council representing District 5. Yambe previously served on the Fife City Council before being appointed to the county council earlier this year. Yambe is a lifelong volunteer and a movement builder. He has worked with the Pierce County Young Democrats, 25th Legislative District Democrats, and the Washington State Labor Council, as well as multiple other boards and progressive organizations. When he was elected in 2013, he became only the second Japanese-American person to serve on the Fife City Council.
Yambe's current campaign platform includes detailed plans to create more affordable homes, raise wages, address public safety, improve transportation, and public health. He is a proponent of strengthening wraparound services and rehousing programs for people experiencing homelessness. Yambe also intends to create opportunities for first-time home buyers, centered around equity. Additionally, he is in favor of expanding crisis response teams and investing in youth intervention programs. In public health, Yambe plans to support local farmers and expand nutrition assistance programs.
Due to his track record of progressive leadership, detailed campaign, and endorsements from our partner organizations, we enthusiastically recommend retaining Bryan Yambe for Pierce County Council, District 5.
Depending on where you live, you may have one of the below races on your ballot.
Incumbent Hamdi Mohamed is running unopposed for re-election for Commissioner Position 3 on the Port of Seattle. Mohamed was first elected to the position in 2021 on a visionary progressive platform, making her the first Black woman to serve on the commission. Mohamed’s mother worked for the airport when her family first settled in SeaTac as Somali refugees – an upbringing that has deepened her knowledge of the port’s community importance. She is the department director for Seattle’s Office of Immigrant and Refugee Affairs and previously worked as a policy advisor for the King County Office of Equity and Social Justice. She is currently the only commissioner who resides in South King County.
Mohamed is a leader in people-focused policy, taking seriously the real impact of port commission decisions on the local community, ecosystem, and economy. On the commission, she has prioritized economic development to create good-paying local jobs, support workers’ rights, and help small businesses flourish. She has also been a strong voice for addressing airport noise disruptions, reducing port pollution that impacts the South King County communities, and promoting renewable energy solutions.
We recommend Hamdi Mohamed for another term as Port of Seattle Commissioner, Position 3, to continue bringing strong, progressive leadership to the to the region.
Incumbent Hamdi Mohamed is running unopposed for re-election for Commissioner Position 3 on the Port of Seattle. Mohamed was first elected to the position in 2021 on a visionary progressive platform, making her the first Black woman to serve on the commission. Mohamed’s mother worked for the airport when her family first settled in SeaTac as Somali refugees – an upbringing that has deepened her knowledge of the port’s community importance. She is the department director for Seattle’s Office of Immigrant and Refugee Affairs and previously worked as a policy advisor for the King County Office of Equity and Social Justice. She is currently the only commissioner who resides in South King County.
Mohamed is a leader in people-focused policy, taking seriously the real impact of port commission decisions on the local community, ecosystem, and economy. On the commission, she has prioritized economic development to create good-paying local jobs, support workers’ rights, and help small businesses flourish. She has also been a strong voice for addressing airport noise disruptions, reducing port pollution that impacts the South King County communities, and promoting renewable energy solutions.
We recommend Hamdi Mohamed for another term as Port of Seattle Commissioner, Position 3, to continue bringing strong, progressive leadership to the to the region.
Incumbent Hamdi Mohamed is running unopposed for re-election for Commissioner Position 3 on the Port of Seattle. Mohamed was first elected to the position in 2021 on a visionary progressive platform, making her the first Black woman to serve on the commission. Mohamed’s mother worked for the airport when her family first settled in SeaTac as Somali refugees – an upbringing that has deepened her knowledge of the port’s community importance. She is the department director for Seattle’s Office of Immigrant and Refugee Affairs and previously worked as a policy advisor for the King County Office of Equity and Social Justice. She is currently the only commissioner who resides in South King County.
Mohamed is a leader in people-focused policy, taking seriously the real impact of port commission decisions on the local community, ecosystem, and economy. On the commission, she has prioritized economic development to create good-paying local jobs, support workers’ rights, and help small businesses flourish. She has also been a strong voice for addressing airport noise disruptions, reducing port pollution that impacts the South King County communities, and promoting renewable energy solutions.
We recommend Hamdi Mohamed for another term as Port of Seattle Commissioner, Position 3, to continue bringing strong, progressive leadership to the to the region.
Commission president Toshiko Grace Hasegawa is running for re-election to Commissioner Position 4 on the Port of Seattle. Hasegawa was first elected to the position in 2021, becoming one of the first women of color to serve on the commission, alongside her colleague Hamdi Mohamed. Hasegawa is the former executive director of the Commission on Asian Pacific American Affairs (CAPAA), an advocacy organization that advises government agencies on issues affecting Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders. She currently serves on the boards of Densho and the Seattle chapter of the Japanese American Citizens League, both organizations that uplift the city’s Japanese American community.
On the commission, Hasegawa has been a voice for community empowerment, equitable prosperity, and regional sustainability. She was a critical advocate protecting North SeaTac Park, led efforts to increase childcare and health care for airport employees, helped set ambitious goals to decarbonize the cruise industry, expanded the South King County Community Impact Fund, and more. If re–elected, Hasegawa will continue her tireless work to fight for clean water and air, strong workers' protections, and economic development that benefits local communities first in her progressive vision for the commission.
We recommend Hasegawa for a second term on the Seattle Port Commission.
Commission president Toshiko Grace Hasegawa is running for re-election to Commissioner Position 4 on the Port of Seattle. Hasegawa was first elected to the position in 2021, becoming one of the first women of color to serve on the commission, alongside her colleague Hamdi Mohamed. Hasegawa is the former executive director of the Commission on Asian Pacific American Affairs (CAPAA), an advocacy organization that advises government agencies on issues affecting Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders. She currently serves on the boards of Densho and the Seattle chapter of the Japanese American Citizens League, both organizations that uplift the city’s Japanese American community.
On the commission, Hasegawa has been a voice for community empowerment, equitable prosperity, and regional sustainability. She was a critical advocate protecting North SeaTac Park, led efforts to increase childcare and health care for airport employees, helped set ambitious goals to decarbonize the cruise industry, expanded the South King County Community Impact Fund, and more. If re–elected, Hasegawa will continue her tireless work to fight for clean water and air, strong workers' protections, and economic development that benefits local communities first in her progressive vision for the commission.
We recommend Hasegawa for a second term on the Seattle Port Commission.
Commission president Toshiko Grace Hasegawa is running for re-election to Commissioner Position 4 on the Port of Seattle. Hasegawa was first elected to the position in 2021, becoming one of the first women of color to serve on the commission, alongside her colleague Hamdi Mohamed. Hasegawa is the former executive director of the Commission on Asian Pacific American Affairs (CAPAA), an advocacy organization that advises government agencies on issues affecting Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders. She currently serves on the boards of Densho and the Seattle chapter of the Japanese American Citizens League, both organizations that uplift the city’s Japanese American community.
On the commission, Hasegawa has been a voice for community empowerment, equitable prosperity, and regional sustainability. She was a critical advocate protecting North SeaTac Park, led efforts to increase childcare and health care for airport employees, helped set ambitious goals to decarbonize the cruise industry, expanded the South King County Community Impact Fund, and more. If re–elected, Hasegawa will continue her tireless work to fight for clean water and air, strong workers' protections, and economic development that benefits local communities first in her progressive vision for the commission.
We recommend Hasegawa for a second term on the Seattle Port Commission.
Claire Sumadiwirya is running to be retained in Position 5 on the Bellevue City Council, to which she was appointed in April of this year. Sumadiwirya works at the intersection of private innovation and social impact and started her own social enterprise company, Bellden Ventures. Her approach to small business ownership involves nurturing the community, and she has shared the profits of her downtown business, Bellden Café, with several nonprofits. Sumadiwirya has also served on the King County Open Space Equity Cabinet and with the Bellevue School Foundation.
As a first-generation immigrant, Sumadiwirya has approached her leadership roles with a commitment to strengthening the social fabric of our local community while increasing opportunities, prosperity, and belonging for all. Her campaign is prioritizing collaboration, inclusion, affordability, and safety. As an effort to improve tenant protections, she aims to make renter resources available in multiple languages, which would support marginalized communities most affected by housing instability. She is an advocate for alternative policing methods that seek to reduce harm in vulnerable communities, such as expanding the crisis response team and reducing inappropriate arrests.
Claire Sumadiwirya is a thoughtful and dedicated leader who is focused on supporting all communities in Bellevue. She has earned your vote to serve a full term on the Bellevue City Council in Position 5.
Claire Sumadiwirya is running to be retained in Position 5 on the Bellevue City Council, to which she was appointed in April of this year. Sumadiwirya works at the intersection of private innovation and social impact and started her own social enterprise company, Bellden Ventures. Her approach to small business ownership involves nurturing the community, and she has shared the profits of her downtown business, Bellden Café, with several nonprofits. Sumadiwirya has also served on the King County Open Space Equity Cabinet and with the Bellevue School Foundation.
As a first-generation immigrant, Sumadiwirya has approached her leadership roles with a commitment to strengthening the social fabric of our local community while increasing opportunities, prosperity, and belonging for all. Her campaign is prioritizing collaboration, inclusion, affordability, and safety. As an effort to improve tenant protections, she aims to make renter resources available in multiple languages, which would support marginalized communities most affected by housing instability. She is an advocate for alternative policing methods that seek to reduce harm in vulnerable communities, such as expanding the crisis response team and reducing inappropriate arrests.
Claire Sumadiwirya is a thoughtful and dedicated leader who is focused on supporting all communities in Bellevue. She has earned your vote to serve a full term on the Bellevue City Council in Position 5.
Claire Sumadiwirya is running to be retained in Position 5 on the Bellevue City Council, to which she was appointed in April of this year. Sumadiwirya works at the intersection of private innovation and social impact and started her own social enterprise company, Bellden Ventures. Her approach to small business ownership involves nurturing the community, and she has shared the profits of her downtown business, Bellden Café, with several nonprofits. Sumadiwirya has also served on the King County Open Space Equity Cabinet and with the Bellevue School Foundation.
As a first-generation immigrant, Sumadiwirya has approached her leadership roles with a commitment to strengthening the social fabric of our local community while increasing opportunities, prosperity, and belonging for all. Her campaign is prioritizing collaboration, inclusion, affordability, and safety. As an effort to improve tenant protections, she aims to make renter resources available in multiple languages, which would support marginalized communities most affected by housing instability. She is an advocate for alternative policing methods that seek to reduce harm in vulnerable communities, such as expanding the crisis response team and reducing inappropriate arrests.
Claire Sumadiwirya is a thoughtful and dedicated leader who is focused on supporting all communities in Bellevue. She has earned your vote to serve a full term on the Bellevue City Council in Position 5.
Hugo Garcia is running for re-election for Burien City Council, Position 1. Garcia, whose family immigrated from Mexico more than 30 years ago, learned the value of hard work at an early age by watching his father wait tables to support their family of five. Garcia has proven to be a thoughtful and progressive leader in Burien, particularly during a tumultuous period for the city.
If re-elected, Garcia plans to continue focusing on expanding access to housing and improving affordability. Garcia contributed to efforts to support unhoused people, including voting in favor of a proposal for a tiny home village. He also intends to defend Burien "against Trump Era Impacts" by supporting the city's libraries, museums, and public institutions. Garcia stood firmly against conservative council member Stephanie Mora's attempt to censure him after he criticized an ordinance criminalizing homelessness, which he said upheld and enabled systemic racism.
Due to his continued progressive leadership, we recommend Hugo Garcia for Burien City Council, Position 1.
Hugo Garcia is running for re-election for Burien City Council, Position 1. Garcia, whose family immigrated from Mexico more than 30 years ago, learned the value of hard work at an early age by watching his father wait tables to support their family of five. Garcia has proven to be a thoughtful and progressive leader in Burien, particularly during a tumultuous period for the city.
If re-elected, Garcia plans to continue focusing on expanding access to housing and improving affordability. Garcia contributed to efforts to support unhoused people, including voting in favor of a proposal for a tiny home village. He also intends to defend Burien "against Trump Era Impacts" by supporting the city's libraries, museums, and public institutions. Garcia stood firmly against conservative council member Stephanie Mora's attempt to censure him after he criticized an ordinance criminalizing homelessness, which he said upheld and enabled systemic racism.
Due to his continued progressive leadership, we recommend Hugo Garcia for Burien City Council, Position 1.
Hugo Garcia is running for re-election for Burien City Council, Position 1. Garcia, whose family immigrated from Mexico more than 30 years ago, learned the value of hard work at an early age by watching his father wait tables to support their family of five. Garcia has proven to be a thoughtful and progressive leader in Burien, particularly during a tumultuous period for the city.
If re-elected, Garcia plans to continue focusing on expanding access to housing and improving affordability. Garcia contributed to efforts to support unhoused people, including voting in favor of a proposal for a tiny home village. He also intends to defend Burien "against Trump Era Impacts" by supporting the city's libraries, museums, and public institutions. Garcia stood firmly against conservative council member Stephanie Mora's attempt to censure him after he criticized an ordinance criminalizing homelessness, which he said upheld and enabled systemic racism.
Due to his continued progressive leadership, we recommend Hugo Garcia for Burien City Council, Position 1.
Rocco DeVito is challenging incumbent Stephanie Mora for Burien City Council, Position 7. DeVito grew up on naval bases and in a family dedicated to public service. A union member, DeVito currently works at King County Metro helping to improve the transit system and provide transit passes to those who need them most.
DeVito is an active and enthusiastic member of the Burien community. His campaign prioritizes safe streets, affordable housing, and taking a thoughtful approach to the city's budget. He is an advocate for renter protections and rent stabilization to prevent displacement. He is not supportive of Burien's camping ban and is a proponent of emergency shelters and tiny home villages as transitional housing options. He supports progressive revenue options at the state level to maintain services and protect our quality of life.
Rocco DeVito is the clear progressive choice for Burien City Council, Position 7 race.
Rocco DeVito is challenging incumbent Stephanie Mora for Burien City Council, Position 7. DeVito grew up on naval bases and in a family dedicated to public service. A union member, DeVito currently works at King County Metro helping to improve the transit system and provide transit passes to those who need them most.
DeVito is an active and enthusiastic member of the Burien community. His campaign prioritizes safe streets, affordable housing, and taking a thoughtful approach to the city's budget. He is an advocate for renter protections and rent stabilization to prevent displacement. He is not supportive of Burien's camping ban and is a proponent of emergency shelters and tiny home villages as transitional housing options. He supports progressive revenue options at the state level to maintain services and protect our quality of life.
Rocco DeVito is the clear progressive choice for Burien City Council, Position 7 race.
Rocco DeVito is challenging incumbent Stephanie Mora for Burien City Council, Position 7. DeVito grew up on naval bases and in a family dedicated to public service. A union member, DeVito currently works at King County Metro helping to improve the transit system and provide transit passes to those who need them most.
DeVito is an active and enthusiastic member of the Burien community. His campaign prioritizes safe streets, affordable housing, and taking a thoughtful approach to the city's budget. He is an advocate for renter protections and rent stabilization to prevent displacement. He is not supportive of Burien's camping ban and is a proponent of emergency shelters and tiny home villages as transitional housing options. He supports progressive revenue options at the state level to maintain services and protect our quality of life.
Rocco DeVito is the clear progressive choice for Burien City Council, Position 7 race.
Satwinder Kaur is running for re-election for Kent City Council, Position 2. Kaur was first elected to the council in 2017, making history as the first Indian-American Kent City Council member. She has since served as Council President and works as a Senior Engineer in the tech industry.
Kaur has consistently been a progressive voice on the council. She has advocated for more diverse and inclusive policing in Kent through the expansion of the Community Court and supporting the Community Immersion Law Enforcement Program. Kaur has also displayed a strong commitment to building an inclusive community. She helped create the Kent Cultural Communities Board and expanded translation and interpretation services across city services.
Satwinder Kaur is a steady, progressive leader who will continue to make positive change in Kent. She has earned your vote to serve another term in Position 2.
Satwinder Kaur is running for re-election for Kent City Council, Position 2. Kaur was first elected to the council in 2017, making history as the first Indian-American Kent City Council member. She has since served as Council President and works as a Senior Engineer in the tech industry.
Kaur has consistently been a progressive voice on the council. She has advocated for more diverse and inclusive policing in Kent through the expansion of the Community Court and supporting the Community Immersion Law Enforcement Program. Kaur has also displayed a strong commitment to building an inclusive community. She helped create the Kent Cultural Communities Board and expanded translation and interpretation services across city services.
Satwinder Kaur is a steady, progressive leader who will continue to make positive change in Kent. She has earned your vote to serve another term in Position 2.
Satwinder Kaur is running for re-election for Kent City Council, Position 2. Kaur was first elected to the council in 2017, making history as the first Indian-American Kent City Council member. She has since served as Council President and works as a Senior Engineer in the tech industry.
Kaur has consistently been a progressive voice on the council. She has advocated for more diverse and inclusive policing in Kent through the expansion of the Community Court and supporting the Community Immersion Law Enforcement Program. Kaur has also displayed a strong commitment to building an inclusive community. She helped create the Kent Cultural Communities Board and expanded translation and interpretation services across city services.
Satwinder Kaur is a steady, progressive leader who will continue to make positive change in Kent. She has earned your vote to serve another term in Position 2.
Lin Yang is running for Sammamish City Council, Position 5. Yang is a Chinese-American immigrant who was raised by a single mom in Sammamish. Yang highlighted the community that welcomed him and his mom when they were new to the city and how they became their support system. Yang went on to earn two degrees in public policy and eventually returned to Sammamish to raise his own family. Yang started the Sammamish Independent, a local newspaper that provided student journalists with an opportunity to get involved in their community.
Yang's campaign platform is focused on expanding housing and transit options to reduce the cost of living. Citing the astronomical median home price of $1.7 million, he wants to add more homes and increase affordability requirements for new housing developments. Additionally, he would prioritize creating a community center to foster stronger connections between neighbors.
Lin Yang is clearly an involved community member who wants to give back to his community what they gave to him. Lin Yang is the best choice for Sammamish City Council, Position 5.
Lin Yang is running for Sammamish City Council, Position 5. Yang is a Chinese-American immigrant who was raised by a single mom in Sammamish. Yang highlighted the community that welcomed him and his mom when they were new to the city and how they became their support system. Yang went on to earn two degrees in public policy and eventually returned to Sammamish to raise his own family. Yang started the Sammamish Independent, a local newspaper that provided student journalists with an opportunity to get involved in their community.
Yang's campaign platform is focused on expanding housing and transit options to reduce the cost of living. Citing the astronomical median home price of $1.7 million, he wants to add more homes and increase affordability requirements for new housing developments. Additionally, he would prioritize creating a community center to foster stronger connections between neighbors.
Lin Yang is clearly an involved community member who wants to give back to his community what they gave to him. Lin Yang is the best choice for Sammamish City Council, Position 5.
Lin Yang is running for Sammamish City Council, Position 5. Yang is a Chinese-American immigrant who was raised by a single mom in Sammamish. Yang highlighted the community that welcomed him and his mom when they were new to the city and how they became their support system. Yang went on to earn two degrees in public policy and eventually returned to Sammamish to raise his own family. Yang started the Sammamish Independent, a local newspaper that provided student journalists with an opportunity to get involved in their community.
Yang's campaign platform is focused on expanding housing and transit options to reduce the cost of living. Citing the astronomical median home price of $1.7 million, he wants to add more homes and increase affordability requirements for new housing developments. Additionally, he would prioritize creating a community center to foster stronger connections between neighbors.
Lin Yang is clearly an involved community member who wants to give back to his community what they gave to him. Lin Yang is the best choice for Sammamish City Council, Position 5.
Katie Wilson is running for Mayor of Seattle on a bold progressive platform. Wilson is the general secretary for the Transit Riders Union, which advocates for public transit, affordable housing, and more. She regularly contributes to The Stranger, The Urbanist, and other local progressive publications. She is very active organizing in the community, having helped create the ORCA LIFT program and the Seattle Youth ORCA Program, as well as serving on the Seattle Revenue Stabilization Workgroup, which Mayor Harrell disbanded. She is a coalition builder and renter with strong community relationships and a proven track record of advocacy.
Like Wilson’s career in organizing, her campaign for mayor is exceptionally progressive in vision, values, and support. She is advocating for making the wealthy and corporations pay what they owe so that our communities can afford housing and health care. During our interview, she advocated for policies that would ensure clean air and water for all, protect civil liberties, expand access to substance abuse treatment, and support diverse arts and cultural offerings.
Wilson is an advocate for Seattle’s new social housing policy, and she supports even more diversity in affordable housing types as well as increased shelter capacity and wraparound services. She also shared support for scaling up the LEAD diversion program, safeguarding the rights of immigrants and other targets of Trump’s federal attacks, investing public funding into local news, and more. As a renter, Wilson understands the challenges many Seattleites face with the rapidly increasing cost of housing.
Wilson’s critics question whether she has the experience and ability to make the jump from being an extremely progressive campaigner running a small non-profit to managing the tough political and practical realities of governing a major city.
Wilson is a good choice for mayor if you're looking for a progressive organizer with policy experience and a strong vision for challenging existing approaches to Seattle's problems.
Katie Wilson is running for Mayor of Seattle on a bold progressive platform. Wilson is the general secretary for the Transit Riders Union, which advocates for public transit, affordable housing, and more. She regularly contributes to The Stranger, The Urbanist, and other local progressive publications. She is very active organizing in the community, having helped create the ORCA LIFT program and the Seattle Youth ORCA Program, as well as serving on the Seattle Revenue Stabilization Workgroup, which Mayor Harrell disbanded. She is a coalition builder and renter with strong community relationships and a proven track record of advocacy.
Like Wilson’s career in organizing, her campaign for mayor is exceptionally progressive in vision, values, and support. She is advocating for making the wealthy and corporations pay what they owe so that our communities can afford housing and health care. During our interview, she advocated for policies that would ensure clean air and water for all, protect civil liberties, expand access to substance abuse treatment, and support diverse arts and cultural offerings.
Wilson is an advocate for Seattle’s new social housing policy, and she supports even more diversity in affordable housing types as well as increased shelter capacity and wraparound services. She also shared support for scaling up the LEAD diversion program, safeguarding the rights of immigrants and other targets of Trump’s federal attacks, investing public funding into local news, and more. As a renter, Wilson understands the challenges many Seattleites face with the rapidly increasing cost of housing.
Wilson’s critics question whether she has the experience and ability to make the jump from being an extremely progressive campaigner running a small non-profit to managing the tough political and practical realities of governing a major city.
Wilson is a good choice for mayor if you're looking for a progressive organizer with policy experience and a strong vision for challenging existing approaches to Seattle's problems.
Katie Wilson is running for Mayor of Seattle on a bold progressive platform. Wilson is the general secretary for the Transit Riders Union, which advocates for public transit, affordable housing, and more. She regularly contributes to The Stranger, The Urbanist, and other local progressive publications. She is very active organizing in the community, having helped create the ORCA LIFT program and the Seattle Youth ORCA Program, as well as serving on the Seattle Revenue Stabilization Workgroup, which Mayor Harrell disbanded. She is a coalition builder and renter with strong community relationships and a proven track record of advocacy.
Like Wilson’s career in organizing, her campaign for mayor is exceptionally progressive in vision, values, and support. She is advocating for making the wealthy and corporations pay what they owe so that our communities can afford housing and health care. During our interview, she advocated for policies that would ensure clean air and water for all, protect civil liberties, expand access to substance abuse treatment, and support diverse arts and cultural offerings.
Wilson is an advocate for Seattle’s new social housing policy, and she supports even more diversity in affordable housing types as well as increased shelter capacity and wraparound services. She also shared support for scaling up the LEAD diversion program, safeguarding the rights of immigrants and other targets of Trump’s federal attacks, investing public funding into local news, and more. As a renter, Wilson understands the challenges many Seattleites face with the rapidly increasing cost of housing.
Wilson’s critics question whether she has the experience and ability to make the jump from being an extremely progressive campaigner running a small non-profit to managing the tough political and practical realities of governing a major city.
Wilson is a good choice for mayor if you're looking for a progressive organizer with policy experience and a strong vision for challenging existing approaches to Seattle's problems.
Former federal prosecutor Erika Evans is running a progressive campaign for Seattle City Attorney. Evans quit her position as a federal prosecutor earlier this year, after four years of working on hate crimes, drug trafficking, and violent crimes, due to the increasingly dangerous executive orders she saw from the Trump administration. She has a diverse legal background, which also includes work as a pro tem judge for the SeaTac, Tukwila, and Puyallup municipal courts, as well as four years spent in Seattle’s city attorney's office.
Evans’ departure from the federal prosecution position is emblematic of her defining priority in this race: opposing Trump’s undemocratic and unjust policies. In our interview, Evans shared her vision for preparing the city attorney’s office to defend DEI, reproductive health freedoms, and climate protections, even proposing that the office add an entirely new and staffed environmental law section. She is proud of Seattle’s status as a sanctuary city and is unafraid to sue the Trump administration for violations of civil liberties in our community, drawing on her prosecutorial and federal experience.
If elected, Evans would reinstate the Seattle Community Court and expand the employment office to protect against wage theft. In addition, she would prioritize negotiating a new police contract with a greater emphasis on accountability, which is motivated by her own experience of being illegally detained by the police as a law student.
Erika Evans is a fearless and passionate leader who will stand up to attacks from the Trump administration. She would be a strong choice for Seattle City Attorney.
Former federal prosecutor Erika Evans is running a progressive campaign for Seattle City Attorney. Evans quit her position as a federal prosecutor earlier this year, after four years of working on hate crimes, drug trafficking, and violent crimes, due to the increasingly dangerous executive orders she saw from the Trump administration. She has a diverse legal background, which also includes work as a pro tem judge for the SeaTac, Tukwila, and Puyallup municipal courts, as well as four years spent in Seattle’s city attorney's office.
Evans’ departure from the federal prosecution position is emblematic of her defining priority in this race: opposing Trump’s undemocratic and unjust policies. In our interview, Evans shared her vision for preparing the city attorney’s office to defend DEI, reproductive health freedoms, and climate protections, even proposing that the office add an entirely new and staffed environmental law section. She is proud of Seattle’s status as a sanctuary city and is unafraid to sue the Trump administration for violations of civil liberties in our community, drawing on her prosecutorial and federal experience.
If elected, Evans would reinstate the Seattle Community Court and expand the employment office to protect against wage theft. In addition, she would prioritize negotiating a new police contract with a greater emphasis on accountability, which is motivated by her own experience of being illegally detained by the police as a law student.
Erika Evans is a fearless and passionate leader who will stand up to attacks from the Trump administration. She would be a strong choice for Seattle City Attorney.
Former federal prosecutor Erika Evans is running a progressive campaign for Seattle City Attorney. Evans quit her position as a federal prosecutor earlier this year, after four years of working on hate crimes, drug trafficking, and violent crimes, due to the increasingly dangerous executive orders she saw from the Trump administration. She has a diverse legal background, which also includes work as a pro tem judge for the SeaTac, Tukwila, and Puyallup municipal courts, as well as four years spent in Seattle’s city attorney's office.
Evans’ departure from the federal prosecution position is emblematic of her defining priority in this race: opposing Trump’s undemocratic and unjust policies. In our interview, Evans shared her vision for preparing the city attorney’s office to defend DEI, reproductive health freedoms, and climate protections, even proposing that the office add an entirely new and staffed environmental law section. She is proud of Seattle’s status as a sanctuary city and is unafraid to sue the Trump administration for violations of civil liberties in our community, drawing on her prosecutorial and federal experience.
If elected, Evans would reinstate the Seattle Community Court and expand the employment office to protect against wage theft. In addition, she would prioritize negotiating a new police contract with a greater emphasis on accountability, which is motivated by her own experience of being illegally detained by the police as a law student.
Erika Evans is a fearless and passionate leader who will stand up to attacks from the Trump administration. She would be a strong choice for Seattle City Attorney.
Councilmember Alexis Mercedes Rinck is seeking re-election to the Seattle City Council in Position 8, a citywide seat she first won last year. Before joining the city council, Rinck worked as an assistant director for policy, planning, and state operations for the University of Washington. She also worked as a policy analyst for the Sound Cities Association and with the King County Regional Homelessness Authority. She has a long history of community empowerment, including raising funds for reproductive health care and previously serving on the board of Fuse Washington, the organization that produces this guide.
Rinck's familial experience with homelessness, incarceration, and substance abuse guides her approach to city issues and our local social safety net. Since January, Rinck has worked to protect Seattle residents from the effects of Trump’s dangerous agenda. Her council policy goals include making progress on climate change through investments in clean energy, electrification infrastructure, and public transportation. Rinck also aims to support greater housing access across all income levels, increase pathways to higher education, and continue building lasting community safety through policy initiatives that address gun violence and explore alternatives to policing.
Alexis Mercedes Rinck is the clear choice for Position 8 on the Seattle City Council.
Councilmember Alexis Mercedes Rinck is seeking re-election to the Seattle City Council in Position 8, a citywide seat she first won last year. Before joining the city council, Rinck worked as an assistant director for policy, planning, and state operations for the University of Washington. She also worked as a policy analyst for the Sound Cities Association and with the King County Regional Homelessness Authority. She has a long history of community empowerment, including raising funds for reproductive health care and previously serving on the board of Fuse Washington, the organization that produces this guide.
Rinck's familial experience with homelessness, incarceration, and substance abuse guides her approach to city issues and our local social safety net. Since January, Rinck has worked to protect Seattle residents from the effects of Trump’s dangerous agenda. Her council policy goals include making progress on climate change through investments in clean energy, electrification infrastructure, and public transportation. Rinck also aims to support greater housing access across all income levels, increase pathways to higher education, and continue building lasting community safety through policy initiatives that address gun violence and explore alternatives to policing.
Alexis Mercedes Rinck is the clear choice for Position 8 on the Seattle City Council.
Councilmember Alexis Mercedes Rinck is seeking re-election to the Seattle City Council in Position 8, a citywide seat she first won last year. Before joining the city council, Rinck worked as an assistant director for policy, planning, and state operations for the University of Washington. She also worked as a policy analyst for the Sound Cities Association and with the King County Regional Homelessness Authority. She has a long history of community empowerment, including raising funds for reproductive health care and previously serving on the board of Fuse Washington, the organization that produces this guide.
Rinck's familial experience with homelessness, incarceration, and substance abuse guides her approach to city issues and our local social safety net. Since January, Rinck has worked to protect Seattle residents from the effects of Trump’s dangerous agenda. Her council policy goals include making progress on climate change through investments in clean energy, electrification infrastructure, and public transportation. Rinck also aims to support greater housing access across all income levels, increase pathways to higher education, and continue building lasting community safety through policy initiatives that address gun violence and explore alternatives to policing.
Alexis Mercedes Rinck is the clear choice for Position 8 on the Seattle City Council.
Dionne Foster is running for Seattle City Council, Position 9 (At-Large), challenging incumbent Sara Nelson. Foster enters this race with government experience and a robust background in the nonprofit sector. Her previous work includes serving as a climate policy analyst for Puget Sound Sage, a senior advisor in the city's Office of Policy and Innovation, and a senior program officer at the Seattle Foundation. Most recently, Foster served as the executive director of the Progress Alliance of Washington, a nonprofit committed to racial justice and equity.
In our interview with her, Foster demonstrated her passion for finding progressive solutions to the issues facing our community. Her goals include promoting healthy and safe communities through investing in intervention and prevention strategies to treat drug addiction, as well as continued support for the CARE Team and gun violence prevention. Foster is also a proponent of affordable housing solutions, such as increased density, rent stabilization, and anti-displacement policies. In addition, she supports housing with wraparound services for individuals experiencing housing instability.
Foster's other priorities include climate resilience, workforce protections, and thriving communities. She strongly supports policies that ensure equitable energy access and fair pricing, while also improving accessibility to public transit.
Throughout her professional career, Dionne Foster has consistently demonstrated a clear commitment to collaboration and equitable policies that benefit everyone in our community. She is a practical progressive who understands government and will bring much-needed leadership to the City Council. We enthusiastically recommend Dionne Foster for Seattle City Council, Position 9.
Dionne Foster is running for Seattle City Council, Position 9 (At-Large), challenging incumbent Sara Nelson. Foster enters this race with government experience and a robust background in the nonprofit sector. Her previous work includes serving as a climate policy analyst for Puget Sound Sage, a senior advisor in the city's Office of Policy and Innovation, and a senior program officer at the Seattle Foundation. Most recently, Foster served as the executive director of the Progress Alliance of Washington, a nonprofit committed to racial justice and equity.
In our interview with her, Foster demonstrated her passion for finding progressive solutions to the issues facing our community. Her goals include promoting healthy and safe communities through investing in intervention and prevention strategies to treat drug addiction, as well as continued support for the CARE Team and gun violence prevention. Foster is also a proponent of affordable housing solutions, such as increased density, rent stabilization, and anti-displacement policies. In addition, she supports housing with wraparound services for individuals experiencing housing instability.
Foster's other priorities include climate resilience, workforce protections, and thriving communities. She strongly supports policies that ensure equitable energy access and fair pricing, while also improving accessibility to public transit.
Throughout her professional career, Dionne Foster has consistently demonstrated a clear commitment to collaboration and equitable policies that benefit everyone in our community. She is a practical progressive who understands government and will bring much-needed leadership to the City Council. We enthusiastically recommend Dionne Foster for Seattle City Council, Position 9.
Dionne Foster is running for Seattle City Council, Position 9 (At-Large), challenging incumbent Sara Nelson. Foster enters this race with government experience and a robust background in the nonprofit sector. Her previous work includes serving as a climate policy analyst for Puget Sound Sage, a senior advisor in the city's Office of Policy and Innovation, and a senior program officer at the Seattle Foundation. Most recently, Foster served as the executive director of the Progress Alliance of Washington, a nonprofit committed to racial justice and equity.
In our interview with her, Foster demonstrated her passion for finding progressive solutions to the issues facing our community. Her goals include promoting healthy and safe communities through investing in intervention and prevention strategies to treat drug addiction, as well as continued support for the CARE Team and gun violence prevention. Foster is also a proponent of affordable housing solutions, such as increased density, rent stabilization, and anti-displacement policies. In addition, she supports housing with wraparound services for individuals experiencing housing instability.
Foster's other priorities include climate resilience, workforce protections, and thriving communities. She strongly supports policies that ensure equitable energy access and fair pricing, while also improving accessibility to public transit.
Throughout her professional career, Dionne Foster has consistently demonstrated a clear commitment to collaboration and equitable policies that benefit everyone in our community. She is a practical progressive who understands government and will bring much-needed leadership to the City Council. We enthusiastically recommend Dionne Foster for Seattle City Council, Position 9.
Eddie Lin, a lawyer for the City of Seattle who works primarily representing the Office of Housing, is running for Seattle City Council, District 2. Previously in his legal career, Lin worked for a national law firm, clerked for a U.S. District Court judge, and served the Washington Education Association. He was raised by Taiwanese immigrants in the American South, witnessing firsthand how racist practices infiltrate governance.
In this race, Lin has drawn attention to the history of redlining, resource neglect, and employment discrimination in Seattle’s District 2. He supports a housing strategy that embraces density, including market-rate construction alongside affordable and social housing, to account for population growth, including from political and climate refugees. Unfortunately, Lin was a supporter of February’s Proposition 1B, a watered-down alternative to Proposition 1A, which ultimately passed to fund social housing in Seattle. In our interview with Lin, he also mentioned support for diversion programs to keep people out of overcrowded prisons, a gun violence prevention policy, expanding the police force with an eye toward diversity, and increasing pathways to homeownership.
Voters looking for a candidate with experience in housing policy, particularly addressing affordability and density, may find their choice in Eddie Lin.
Eddie Lin, a lawyer for the City of Seattle who works primarily representing the Office of Housing, is running for Seattle City Council, District 2. Previously in his legal career, Lin worked for a national law firm, clerked for a U.S. District Court judge, and served the Washington Education Association. He was raised by Taiwanese immigrants in the American South, witnessing firsthand how racist practices infiltrate governance.
In this race, Lin has drawn attention to the history of redlining, resource neglect, and employment discrimination in Seattle’s District 2. He supports a housing strategy that embraces density, including market-rate construction alongside affordable and social housing, to account for population growth, including from political and climate refugees. Unfortunately, Lin was a supporter of February’s Proposition 1B, a watered-down alternative to Proposition 1A, which ultimately passed to fund social housing in Seattle. In our interview with Lin, he also mentioned support for diversion programs to keep people out of overcrowded prisons, a gun violence prevention policy, expanding the police force with an eye toward diversity, and increasing pathways to homeownership.
Voters looking for a candidate with experience in housing policy, particularly addressing affordability and density, may find their choice in Eddie Lin.
Eddie Lin, a lawyer for the City of Seattle who works primarily representing the Office of Housing, is running for Seattle City Council, District 2. Previously in his legal career, Lin worked for a national law firm, clerked for a U.S. District Court judge, and served the Washington Education Association. He was raised by Taiwanese immigrants in the American South, witnessing firsthand how racist practices infiltrate governance.
In this race, Lin has drawn attention to the history of redlining, resource neglect, and employment discrimination in Seattle’s District 2. He supports a housing strategy that embraces density, including market-rate construction alongside affordable and social housing, to account for population growth, including from political and climate refugees. Unfortunately, Lin was a supporter of February’s Proposition 1B, a watered-down alternative to Proposition 1A, which ultimately passed to fund social housing in Seattle. In our interview with Lin, he also mentioned support for diversion programs to keep people out of overcrowded prisons, a gun violence prevention policy, expanding the police force with an eye toward diversity, and increasing pathways to homeownership.
Voters looking for a candidate with experience in housing policy, particularly addressing affordability and density, may find their choice in Eddie Lin.
Silong Chhun is challenging incumbent council member Sandesh Sadalge for the Tacoma City Council from District 4. He currently works as a digital media manager in the Office of Governor Jay Inslee, and has volunteered in many community leadership roles, such as board member for the Parks Tacoma Arts and Heritage Advisory Council, the Tacoma Commission on Immigrant and Refugee Affairs, and as a committee member for the city's Charter Review Committee.
As a Cambodian refugee who arrived in the district as a child and has lived there since, Chhun feels that his strong community roots undergird his campaign's driving belief that "we are only as strong as our most vulnerable neighbors." Chhun seeks to utilize the council position to invest in small, minority-owned businesses, make homeownership accessible to working families, and increase green spaces in underserved areas. He believes that supporting renewable energy will help create good jobs for local workers and emphasizes the importance of preventing gentrification and curbing predatory landlord practices.
In our interview, Chhun did not demonstrate a thorough understanding of policy details, even after being prompted to expand further. While his passion for immigrant justice and representation was apparent, we would have liked to hear a more detailed plan for tackling his district's most pressing issues.
Chhun has the sole endorsement of the 27th Legislative District Democrats, former governor Jay Inslee, Tacoma Education Association, and other progressive organizations. Voters interested in seeing the council take more proactive measures on immigration and more may find their candidate of choice in Silong Chhun.
Silong Chhun is challenging incumbent council member Sandesh Sadalge for the Tacoma City Council from District 4. He currently works as a digital media manager in the Office of Governor Jay Inslee, and has volunteered in many community leadership roles, such as board member for the Parks Tacoma Arts and Heritage Advisory Council, the Tacoma Commission on Immigrant and Refugee Affairs, and as a committee member for the city's Charter Review Committee.
As a Cambodian refugee who arrived in the district as a child and has lived there since, Chhun feels that his strong community roots undergird his campaign's driving belief that "we are only as strong as our most vulnerable neighbors." Chhun seeks to utilize the council position to invest in small, minority-owned businesses, make homeownership accessible to working families, and increase green spaces in underserved areas. He believes that supporting renewable energy will help create good jobs for local workers and emphasizes the importance of preventing gentrification and curbing predatory landlord practices.
In our interview, Chhun did not demonstrate a thorough understanding of policy details, even after being prompted to expand further. While his passion for immigrant justice and representation was apparent, we would have liked to hear a more detailed plan for tackling his district's most pressing issues.
Chhun has the sole endorsement of the 27th Legislative District Democrats, former governor Jay Inslee, Tacoma Education Association, and other progressive organizations. Voters interested in seeing the council take more proactive measures on immigration and more may find their candidate of choice in Silong Chhun.
Silong Chhun is challenging incumbent council member Sandesh Sadalge for the Tacoma City Council from District 4. He currently works as a digital media manager in the Office of Governor Jay Inslee, and has volunteered in many community leadership roles, such as board member for the Parks Tacoma Arts and Heritage Advisory Council, the Tacoma Commission on Immigrant and Refugee Affairs, and as a committee member for the city's Charter Review Committee.
As a Cambodian refugee who arrived in the district as a child and has lived there since, Chhun feels that his strong community roots undergird his campaign's driving belief that "we are only as strong as our most vulnerable neighbors." Chhun seeks to utilize the council position to invest in small, minority-owned businesses, make homeownership accessible to working families, and increase green spaces in underserved areas. He believes that supporting renewable energy will help create good jobs for local workers and emphasizes the importance of preventing gentrification and curbing predatory landlord practices.
In our interview, Chhun did not demonstrate a thorough understanding of policy details, even after being prompted to expand further. While his passion for immigrant justice and representation was apparent, we would have liked to hear a more detailed plan for tackling his district's most pressing issues.
Chhun has the sole endorsement of the 27th Legislative District Democrats, former governor Jay Inslee, Tacoma Education Association, and other progressive organizations. Voters interested in seeing the council take more proactive measures on immigration and more may find their candidate of choice in Silong Chhun.
Incumbent Joe Bushnell is running for re-election to Tacoma City Council District 5. A Marine Corps veteran and former member of the Tacoma Public Utilities Board, Bushnell is serving his first term on the council since his election to the seat in 2021. He has also served as chair of the South Tacoma Neighborhood Council, chair of the Puget Sound Clean Air Agency, and chair of the Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department Board of Health, among several other leadership roles in the community.
Bushnell is proud of the gains he feels the council has made in improving housing, public safety, and more during his first term. He points to the Home in Tacoma 2 and the Tenants' Rights Package as two landmark pieces of legislation that will prevent sudden, high rent increases and provide more flexible zoning opportunities to spur more home construction. Bushnell also states that the drop in response time for 911 calls and the expansion of the Community Service Officers and HOPE Team responder teams provide law enforcement with more options for responding to non-violent crime. During our interview, he cited improvements to Hosmer Street as a positive example of what can happen when leaders take a holistic view of public safety and bring together different agencies and community leaders around a shared goal.
Bushnell has earned wide support from community leaders and progressive elected officials for his re-election campaign. Bushnell is more moderate than his main opponent, Zev Cook, and took a few votes with which we disagree. Overall, he demonstrated thoughtful and responsive leadership during his first term that reflects his deep commitment to serving the local community.
Incumbent Joe Bushnell is running for re-election to Tacoma City Council District 5. A Marine Corps veteran and former member of the Tacoma Public Utilities Board, Bushnell is serving his first term on the council since his election to the seat in 2021. He has also served as chair of the South Tacoma Neighborhood Council, chair of the Puget Sound Clean Air Agency, and chair of the Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department Board of Health, among several other leadership roles in the community.
Bushnell is proud of the gains he feels the council has made in improving housing, public safety, and more during his first term. He points to the Home in Tacoma 2 and the Tenants' Rights Package as two landmark pieces of legislation that will prevent sudden, high rent increases and provide more flexible zoning opportunities to spur more home construction. Bushnell also states that the drop in response time for 911 calls and the expansion of the Community Service Officers and HOPE Team responder teams provide law enforcement with more options for responding to non-violent crime. During our interview, he cited improvements to Hosmer Street as a positive example of what can happen when leaders take a holistic view of public safety and bring together different agencies and community leaders around a shared goal.
Bushnell has earned wide support from community leaders and progressive elected officials for his re-election campaign. Bushnell is more moderate than his main opponent, Zev Cook, and took a few votes with which we disagree. Overall, he demonstrated thoughtful and responsive leadership during his first term that reflects his deep commitment to serving the local community.
Incumbent Joe Bushnell is running for re-election to Tacoma City Council District 5. A Marine Corps veteran and former member of the Tacoma Public Utilities Board, Bushnell is serving his first term on the council since his election to the seat in 2021. He has also served as chair of the South Tacoma Neighborhood Council, chair of the Puget Sound Clean Air Agency, and chair of the Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department Board of Health, among several other leadership roles in the community.
Bushnell is proud of the gains he feels the council has made in improving housing, public safety, and more during his first term. He points to the Home in Tacoma 2 and the Tenants' Rights Package as two landmark pieces of legislation that will prevent sudden, high rent increases and provide more flexible zoning opportunities to spur more home construction. Bushnell also states that the drop in response time for 911 calls and the expansion of the Community Service Officers and HOPE Team responder teams provide law enforcement with more options for responding to non-violent crime. During our interview, he cited improvements to Hosmer Street as a positive example of what can happen when leaders take a holistic view of public safety and bring together different agencies and community leaders around a shared goal.
Bushnell has earned wide support from community leaders and progressive elected officials for his re-election campaign. Bushnell is more moderate than his main opponent, Zev Cook, and took a few votes with which we disagree. Overall, he demonstrated thoughtful and responsive leadership during his first term that reflects his deep commitment to serving the local community.
Alisa Lee is running against Jerry Thorpe for the Metropolitan Park District of Tacoma, Commissioner - Position 1. We are confident Lee is the best choice in this race based on endorsements from our partners and trusted community leaders. While we have not been able to conduct our standard independent research on this race, we encourage you to visit their website, social media, or voters’ pamphlet statement to learn more.
Alisa Lee is running against Jerry Thorpe for the Metropolitan Park District of Tacoma, Commissioner - Position 1. We are confident Lee is the best choice in this race based on endorsements from our partners and trusted community leaders. While we have not been able to conduct our standard independent research on this race, we encourage you to visit their website, social media, or voters’ pamphlet statement to learn more.
Alisa Lee is running against Jerry Thorpe for the Metropolitan Park District of Tacoma, Commissioner - Position 1. We are confident Lee is the best choice in this race based on endorsements from our partners and trusted community leaders. While we have not been able to conduct our standard independent research on this race, we encourage you to visit their website, social media, or voters’ pamphlet statement to learn more.
Depending on where you live, you may have one of the below school district races on your ballot.
Incumbent director Jane Aras is running unopposed for a second term representing District 5 on the Bellevue School District Board of Directors. Her background includes teaching special education in Bellevue and Renton, holding leadership roles in the PTSA, and volunteering with Bellevue schools for over two decades. In this role, she established a math and reading club, as well as a before-school computer programming program for local students.
On the school board, Aras has worked hard to restore our high-quality local education after the impacts of the coronavirus pandemic disruptions by taking a holistic, community approach. She is committed to building a local school system that emphasizes social and emotional development, genuine intellectual curiosity, and equitable opportunity. To do this, Aras supports fostering soft skills, promoting mental health resources, supporting post-graduate opportunities in higher education and vocational pursuits alike, and utilizing data-driven approaches to identifying and repairing equity gaps. She believes academic excellence follows from investing in our school staff, resources, and programming, and her campaign is widely supported by local progressives.
Aras has earned your vote for re-election to the Bellevue School District Board of Directors.
Incumbent director Jane Aras is running unopposed for a second term representing District 5 on the Bellevue School District Board of Directors. Her background includes teaching special education in Bellevue and Renton, holding leadership roles in the PTSA, and volunteering with Bellevue schools for over two decades. In this role, she established a math and reading club, as well as a before-school computer programming program for local students.
On the school board, Aras has worked hard to restore our high-quality local education after the impacts of the coronavirus pandemic disruptions by taking a holistic, community approach. She is committed to building a local school system that emphasizes social and emotional development, genuine intellectual curiosity, and equitable opportunity. To do this, Aras supports fostering soft skills, promoting mental health resources, supporting post-graduate opportunities in higher education and vocational pursuits alike, and utilizing data-driven approaches to identifying and repairing equity gaps. She believes academic excellence follows from investing in our school staff, resources, and programming, and her campaign is widely supported by local progressives.
Aras has earned your vote for re-election to the Bellevue School District Board of Directors.
Incumbent director Jane Aras is running unopposed for a second term representing District 5 on the Bellevue School District Board of Directors. Her background includes teaching special education in Bellevue and Renton, holding leadership roles in the PTSA, and volunteering with Bellevue schools for over two decades. In this role, she established a math and reading club, as well as a before-school computer programming program for local students.
On the school board, Aras has worked hard to restore our high-quality local education after the impacts of the coronavirus pandemic disruptions by taking a holistic, community approach. She is committed to building a local school system that emphasizes social and emotional development, genuine intellectual curiosity, and equitable opportunity. To do this, Aras supports fostering soft skills, promoting mental health resources, supporting post-graduate opportunities in higher education and vocational pursuits alike, and utilizing data-driven approaches to identifying and repairing equity gaps. She believes academic excellence follows from investing in our school staff, resources, and programming, and her campaign is widely supported by local progressives.
Aras has earned your vote for re-election to the Bellevue School District Board of Directors.
