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Planned Parenthood Alliance Advocates, Serving AK, HI, ID, IN, KY, and WA (PPAA) protects and promotes reproductive health, rights and justice. We do this by advocating for public policies that guarantee the right to choice and full and non-discriminatory access to reproductive health care, and fostering and preserving a social and political climate favorable to the exercise of reproductive choice through voter education, candidate endorsement and other means.
Sen. Victoria Hunt is running to retain her state Senate seat representing Legislative District 5 to protect the environment, secure reproductive rights, and modernize our state housing laws. Prior to running for legislature, Hunt served three terms on the Issaquah City Council, where she prioritized environmental protections and protecting open space. She holds a Ph.D. in ecology and serves as the Chief Data Officer at Crosswalk Labs, where she works to track and mitigate carbon pollution for local cities.
During her first legislative session, Hunt voted to limit rent increases to 10%, which will reduce the cost of housing for renters across the state. She also voted in favor of anti-discrimination protections for students as well as a bill that would improve recycling and reduce the amount of plastic waste going to landfills.
Hunt used her experience as a local elected official and environmental scientist to make a difference on key issues in just her first few months in office. She has clearly earned your vote for state Senate from the 5th Legislative District.
Last updated: 2025-10-01
Sen. Victoria Hunt is running to retain her state Senate seat representing Legislative District 5 to protect the environment, secure reproductive rights, and modernize our state housing laws. Prior to running for legislature, Hunt served three terms on the Issaquah City Council, where she prioritized environmental protections and protecting open space. She holds a Ph.D. in ecology and serves as the Chief Data Officer at Crosswalk Labs, where she works to track and mitigate carbon pollution for local cities.
During her first legislative session, Hunt voted to limit rent increases to 10%, which will reduce the cost of housing for renters across the state. She also voted in favor of anti-discrimination protections for students as well as a bill that would improve recycling and reduce the amount of plastic waste going to landfills.
Hunt used her experience as a local elected official and environmental scientist to make a difference on key issues in just her first few months in office. She has clearly earned your vote for state Senate from the 5th Legislative District.
Sen. Victoria Hunt is running to retain her state Senate seat representing Legislative District 5 to protect the environment, secure reproductive rights, and modernize our state housing laws. Prior to running for legislature, Hunt served three terms on the Issaquah City Council, where she prioritized environmental protections and protecting open space. She holds a Ph.D. in ecology and serves as the Chief Data Officer at Crosswalk Labs, where she works to track and mitigate carbon pollution for local cities.
During her first legislative session, Hunt voted to limit rent increases to 10%, which will reduce the cost of housing for renters across the state. She also voted in favor of anti-discrimination protections for students as well as a bill that would improve recycling and reduce the amount of plastic waste going to landfills.
Hunt used her experience as a local elected official and environmental scientist to make a difference on key issues in just her first few months in office. She has clearly earned your vote for state Senate from the 5th 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.
Last updated: 2025-09-30
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.
After 15 years representing the 33rd District in the state House of Representatives, Tina Orwall was appointed in January to replace Senator Karen Keiser, who retired. Before being elected in 2009, she spent 20 years as a professional in the public mental health system, holding a position in Seattle’s Office of Housing, where she worked to connect people to direct services and resources. Orwall is now running unopposed to retain her seat in the state Senate.
During her tenure in Olympia, Orwall has been a strong advocate for survivors of sexual assault. In particular, she has worked to end Washington’s backlog of rape kits and pass legislation to support sex-trafficking victims.
Since her appointment to the Senate, Orwall has continued to be an advocate for mental health and housing initiatives. In January, Orwall sponsored a bill that would not only arrange for social workers in schools but would increase services in high-poverty schools. Additionally, she voted to increase education funding and expand access to special education services.
Tina Orwall has been a compassionate advocate and leader for the district. We are excited to see what she accomplishes in her full term representing the 33rd Legislative District in the Washington state Senate.
Last updated: 2025-09-30
After 15 years representing the 33rd District in the state House of Representatives, Tina Orwall was appointed in January to replace Senator Karen Keiser, who retired. Before being elected in 2009, she spent 20 years as a professional in the public mental health system, holding a position in Seattle’s Office of Housing, where she worked to connect people to direct services and resources. Orwall is now running unopposed to retain her seat in the state Senate.
During her tenure in Olympia, Orwall has been a strong advocate for survivors of sexual assault. In particular, she has worked to end Washington’s backlog of rape kits and pass legislation to support sex-trafficking victims.
Since her appointment to the Senate, Orwall has continued to be an advocate for mental health and housing initiatives. In January, Orwall sponsored a bill that would not only arrange for social workers in schools but would increase services in high-poverty schools. Additionally, she voted to increase education funding and expand access to special education services.
Tina Orwall has been a compassionate advocate and leader for the district. We are excited to see what she accomplishes in her full term representing the 33rd Legislative District in the Washington state Senate.
After 15 years representing the 33rd District in the state House of Representatives, Tina Orwall was appointed in January to replace Senator Karen Keiser, who retired. Before being elected in 2009, she spent 20 years as a professional in the public mental health system, holding a position in Seattle’s Office of Housing, where she worked to connect people to direct services and resources. Orwall is now running unopposed to retain her seat in the state Senate.
During her tenure in Olympia, Orwall has been a strong advocate for survivors of sexual assault. In particular, she has worked to end Washington’s backlog of rape kits and pass legislation to support sex-trafficking victims.
Since her appointment to the Senate, Orwall has continued to be an advocate for mental health and housing initiatives. In January, Orwall sponsored a bill that would not only arrange for social workers in schools but would increase services in high-poverty schools. Additionally, she voted to increase education funding and expand access to special education services.
Tina Orwall has been a compassionate advocate and leader for the district. We are excited to see what she accomplishes in her full term representing the 33rd Legislative District in the Washington state Senate.
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.
Last updated: 2025-09-30
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.
Last updated: 2025-09-30
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.
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.
Last updated: 2025-09-30
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.
Last updated: 2025-09-30
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.
Last updated: 2025-09-30
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.
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.
Last updated: 2025-10-08
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 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.
Last updated: 2025-10-13
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.
Peter Kwon, a current SeaTac City Council member, is running for King County Council, District 5. Kwon has been on the council since 2016 and served as Deputy Mayor from 2020 to 2022. He is also a supporter of the Neighborhood Locking Mailbox program.
While he declares himself a true non-partisan elected official, Kwon's work on the SeaTac council often leans significantly more conservative. In 2024, Kwon spoke in favor of the FLOCK camera system as a deterrent to crime. However, the ACLU is skeptical of these cameras as their developer will not allow an independent review of its surveillance devices. Additionally, when residents of the Firs Mobile Home Park expressed concern over being pushed out by zoning changes, Kwon doubled down on the issue, saying he's "done quite a lot" to help the residents.
Since 2016, Kwon has cast several controversial votes, including one to appoint Donny Payne as City Manager. Payne outraged residents in 2016 after attempts to racially profile residents, including mapping out areas where Muslims lived in SeaTac. Kwon's campaign has also been endorsed by conservatives in King County, including Conrad Lee, Kevin Schilling, and Stephanie Mora.
Peter Kwon will not be a progressive voice if elected to the King County Council.
Last updated: 2025-10-13
Peter Kwon, a current SeaTac City Council member, is running for King County Council, District 5. Kwon has been on the council since 2016 and served as Deputy Mayor from 2020 to 2022. He is also a supporter of the Neighborhood Locking Mailbox program.
While he declares himself a true non-partisan elected official, Kwon's work on the SeaTac council often leans significantly more conservative. In 2024, Kwon spoke in favor of the FLOCK camera system as a deterrent to crime. However, the ACLU is skeptical of these cameras as their developer will not allow an independent review of its surveillance devices. Additionally, when residents of the Firs Mobile Home Park expressed concern over being pushed out by zoning changes, Kwon doubled down on the issue, saying he's "done quite a lot" to help the residents.
Since 2016, Kwon has cast several controversial votes, including one to appoint Donny Payne as City Manager. Payne outraged residents in 2016 after attempts to racially profile residents, including mapping out areas where Muslims lived in SeaTac. Kwon's campaign has also been endorsed by conservatives in King County, including Conrad Lee, Kevin Schilling, and Stephanie Mora.
Peter Kwon will not be a progressive voice if elected to 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.
Last updated: 2025-09-30
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.
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.
Last updated: 2025-10-13
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.
Last updated: 2025-10-13
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.
Nonprofit founder Naren Briar is running for Bellevue City Council, Position 2. Briar has worked as a product manager in the AI ethics space at Meta and has run the Genocide Education and Human Rights Initiative for almost a decade. As a member of the Kurdish American community and a participant in Bellevue Essentials, the city's civic engagement program, Briar is a strong communicator and leader dedicated to creating safe and healthy communities.
Briar is running on an optimistic and progressive platform. If elected, she hopes to address the housing crisis by increasing mixed-use development, expanding affordable options, and implementing tenant protections. Briar also aims to invest in community progress through enhanced public transit, living-wage jobs, cultural event programming, cross-agency government collaboration, and other initiatives. Her thoughtful, forward-looking platform has helped her earn an impressive slate of endorsements from community leaders that continues to grow.
Naren Briar is the right choice to bring new ideas and fresh leadership to the Bellevue City Council. We enthusiastically recommend her for Position 2.
Last updated: 2025-10-13
Nonprofit founder Naren Briar is running for Bellevue City Council, Position 2. Briar has worked as a product manager in the AI ethics space at Meta and has run the Genocide Education and Human Rights Initiative for almost a decade. As a member of the Kurdish American community and a participant in Bellevue Essentials, the city's civic engagement program, Briar is a strong communicator and leader dedicated to creating safe and healthy communities.
Briar is running on an optimistic and progressive platform. If elected, she hopes to address the housing crisis by increasing mixed-use development, expanding affordable options, and implementing tenant protections. Briar also aims to invest in community progress through enhanced public transit, living-wage jobs, cultural event programming, cross-agency government collaboration, and other initiatives. Her thoughtful, forward-looking platform has helped her earn an impressive slate of endorsements from community leaders that continues to grow.
Naren Briar is the right choice to bring new ideas and fresh leadership to the Bellevue City Council. We enthusiastically recommend her for Position 2.
Nonprofit founder Naren Briar is running for Bellevue City Council, Position 2. Briar has worked as a product manager in the AI ethics space at Meta and has run the Genocide Education and Human Rights Initiative for almost a decade. As a member of the Kurdish American community and a participant in Bellevue Essentials, the city's civic engagement program, Briar is a strong communicator and leader dedicated to creating safe and healthy communities.
Briar is running on an optimistic and progressive platform. If elected, she hopes to address the housing crisis by increasing mixed-use development, expanding affordable options, and implementing tenant protections. Briar also aims to invest in community progress through enhanced public transit, living-wage jobs, cultural event programming, cross-agency government collaboration, and other initiatives. Her thoughtful, forward-looking platform has helped her earn an impressive slate of endorsements from community leaders that continues to grow.
Naren Briar is the right choice to bring new ideas and fresh leadership to the Bellevue City Council. We enthusiastically recommend her for Position 2.
Pradnya Desh is challenging conservative incumbent Jared Nieuwenhuis for Bellevue City Council, Position 4. Desh holds an impressive range of professional experiences, having worked as an attorney, CEO of a tech startup, U.S. diplomat, and more.
Desh is running to secure a bright and diverse future for the residents of Bellevue. Her policy priorities include streamlining affordable housing development, expanding transit, and promoting social equity. She is an advocate for greener policies, encouraging clean tech, improved walkability, and safe bike paths. Finally, she advocates for inclusive policies that protect and uplift community members.
Pradnya Desh offers a fresh and progressive vision for Bellevue, a contrast to Nieuwenhuis's outdated policies. We recommend Pradnya Desh for Bellevue City Council, Position 4.
Last updated: 2025-10-13
Pradnya Desh is challenging conservative incumbent Jared Nieuwenhuis for Bellevue City Council, Position 4. Desh holds an impressive range of professional experiences, having worked as an attorney, CEO of a tech startup, U.S. diplomat, and more.
Desh is running to secure a bright and diverse future for the residents of Bellevue. Her policy priorities include streamlining affordable housing development, expanding transit, and promoting social equity. She is an advocate for greener policies, encouraging clean tech, improved walkability, and safe bike paths. Finally, she advocates for inclusive policies that protect and uplift community members.
Pradnya Desh offers a fresh and progressive vision for Bellevue, a contrast to Nieuwenhuis's outdated policies. We recommend Pradnya Desh for Bellevue City Council, Position 4.
Pradnya Desh is challenging conservative incumbent Jared Nieuwenhuis for Bellevue City Council, Position 4. Desh holds an impressive range of professional experiences, having worked as an attorney, CEO of a tech startup, U.S. diplomat, and more.
Desh is running to secure a bright and diverse future for the residents of Bellevue. Her policy priorities include streamlining affordable housing development, expanding transit, and promoting social equity. She is an advocate for greener policies, encouraging clean tech, improved walkability, and safe bike paths. Finally, she advocates for inclusive policies that protect and uplift community members.
Pradnya Desh offers a fresh and progressive vision for Bellevue, a contrast to Nieuwenhuis's outdated policies. We recommend Pradnya Desh for Bellevue City Council, Position 4.
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.
Last updated: 2025-10-13
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.
Incumbent Jenne Alderks is running for re-election to Bothell City Council, Position 3. Alderks, who uses she/they pronouns, is a former planning commission member whose previous career focus was in birthing as a postpartum doula, including for Seattle Holistic Doula and the Family Resource & Referral Center. They are a strong community leader who currently serves on the boards of Lake City Partners Ending Homelessness and Eastside Human Services Forum and works with organizations like Anti-Racist Communities of Bothell.
On the city council, Alderks has prioritized quality education, housing affordability, environmental sustainability, social equity efforts, and small business support. In their last election, they supported expanding the RADAR (Response Awareness, De-escalation, and Referral) program to strengthen community safety for all residents. Although Alderks' platform does not include current campaign priorities, they have garnered impressive support from several progressive organizations, including our partners at Washington Housing Alliance Action Fund and Planned Parenthood Alliance Advocates.
We recommend Jenne Alderks for another term in Position 3 on the Bothell City Council.
Last updated: 2025-10-13
Incumbent Jenne Alderks is running for re-election to Bothell City Council, Position 3. Alderks, who uses she/they pronouns, is a former planning commission member whose previous career focus was in birthing as a postpartum doula, including for Seattle Holistic Doula and the Family Resource & Referral Center. They are a strong community leader who currently serves on the boards of Lake City Partners Ending Homelessness and Eastside Human Services Forum and works with organizations like Anti-Racist Communities of Bothell.
On the city council, Alderks has prioritized quality education, housing affordability, environmental sustainability, social equity efforts, and small business support. In their last election, they supported expanding the RADAR (Response Awareness, De-escalation, and Referral) program to strengthen community safety for all residents. Although Alderks' platform does not include current campaign priorities, they have garnered impressive support from several progressive organizations, including our partners at Washington Housing Alliance Action Fund and Planned Parenthood Alliance Advocates.
We recommend Jenne Alderks for another term in Position 3 on the Bothell City Council.
Incumbent Jenne Alderks is running for re-election to Bothell City Council, Position 3. Alderks, who uses she/they pronouns, is a former planning commission member whose previous career focus was in birthing as a postpartum doula, including for Seattle Holistic Doula and the Family Resource & Referral Center. They are a strong community leader who currently serves on the boards of Lake City Partners Ending Homelessness and Eastside Human Services Forum and works with organizations like Anti-Racist Communities of Bothell.
On the city council, Alderks has prioritized quality education, housing affordability, environmental sustainability, social equity efforts, and small business support. In their last election, they supported expanding the RADAR (Response Awareness, De-escalation, and Referral) program to strengthen community safety for all residents. Although Alderks' platform does not include current campaign priorities, they have garnered impressive support from several progressive organizations, including our partners at Washington Housing Alliance Action Fund and Planned Parenthood Alliance Advocates.
We recommend Jenne Alderks for another term in Position 3 on the Bothell City Council.
Brittany Miles is running unopposed for Bothell City Council, Position 5. Miles is a public servant and mental health advocate who currently works for the Department of Children, Youth & Families. She has held multiple public service positions with the League of Women Voters of Seattle-King County, the Regional Crisis Response Agency, and others.
Miles' campaign is prioritizing inclusion and equity, vowing to serve the residents of Bothell with compassion and respect. Her platform is especially focused on improving mental health resources and access to middle housing so that young adults can begin their future in Bothell. Miles' campaign has earned the endorsements of progressive organizations, including our partners at Planned Parenthood Advocates.
With her commitment to progressive advocacy, we believe Brittany Miles would make a great addition to the Bothell City Council.
Last updated: 2025-10-13
Brittany Miles is running unopposed for Bothell City Council, Position 5. Miles is a public servant and mental health advocate who currently works for the Department of Children, Youth & Families. She has held multiple public service positions with the League of Women Voters of Seattle-King County, the Regional Crisis Response Agency, and others.
Miles' campaign is prioritizing inclusion and equity, vowing to serve the residents of Bothell with compassion and respect. Her platform is especially focused on improving mental health resources and access to middle housing so that young adults can begin their future in Bothell. Miles' campaign has earned the endorsements of progressive organizations, including our partners at Planned Parenthood Advocates.
With her commitment to progressive advocacy, we believe Brittany Miles would make a great addition to the Bothell City Council.
Brittany Miles is running unopposed for Bothell City Council, Position 5. Miles is a public servant and mental health advocate who currently works for the Department of Children, Youth & Families. She has held multiple public service positions with the League of Women Voters of Seattle-King County, the Regional Crisis Response Agency, and others.
Miles' campaign is prioritizing inclusion and equity, vowing to serve the residents of Bothell with compassion and respect. Her platform is especially focused on improving mental health resources and access to middle housing so that young adults can begin their future in Bothell. Miles' campaign has earned the endorsements of progressive organizations, including our partners at Planned Parenthood Advocates.
With her commitment to progressive advocacy, we believe Brittany Miles would make a great addition to the Bothell City Council.
Bremerton City Council member Jeff Coughlin is challenging incumbent Greg Wheeler for Bremerton Mayor. Coughlin is an astrophysicist and former NASA director who has been on the council since 2021. He is also an active volunteer within the community, serving as the Director of the Kitsap History Museum. If elected, Coughlin would make history as Bremerton's first LGBTQ+ mayor.
Coughlin's campaign adopts a broad and multifaceted approach to addressing the issues facing Bremerton. Some of his primary concerns include housing and affordability, environmental protection, and enhancing connectivity and mobility throughout the city. As an avid biker, he has experienced firsthand the difficulties with mobility that include missing sidewalks and unprotected bike lanes. He hopes to prioritize modern and accessible infrastructure that reduces car dependency and results in a more connected community. On housing and affordability, he proposes streamlining the process for developers to increase the supply of missing middle housing, such as duplexes and backyard cottages, rather than introducing more luxury condos that residents cannot afford.
Coughlin's approach to addressing homelessness in the area could have been more comprehensive, particularly in terms of increasing shelter capacity and expanding transitional housing options. We were disappointed to see some of the language he used on his website express disdain with the unhoused population and lacked suggestions to uplift neighbors out of homelessness and addiction. In 2023, Coughlin voted to implement a camping ban ordinance that restricted camping on certain parts of the city if shelter capacity was unavailable. Homelessness advocates argue against camping ordinances due to concerns over a lack of resources and displacement. Additionally, Coughlin's approach to public safety relies on increasing staffing for police and fire departments, but makes no mention of adding mental and behavioral health resources as alternative policing methods for our most vulnerable neighbors.
Coughlin demonstrates a strong affinity for environmental protection, advocating for expanded park services, greener infrastructure, and upgraded stormwater systems to prevent pollutants from entering the city's water. Coughlin's campaign has earned an overwhelming amount of support from local activists, the current city council, and progressive organizations across the region, including our partners at Washington Conservation Action, Planned Parenthood, and Washington Bikes.
While we do not align with all of his stances, Jeff Coughlin is a good candidate for residents seeking leadership that represents a new generation as Bremerton continues to grow. We lean toward electing him as the next Mayor of Bremerto.
Last updated: 2025-10-03
Bremerton City Council member Jeff Coughlin is challenging incumbent Greg Wheeler for Bremerton Mayor. Coughlin is an astrophysicist and former NASA director who has been on the council since 2021. He is also an active volunteer within the community, serving as the Director of the Kitsap History Museum. If elected, Coughlin would make history as Bremerton's first LGBTQ+ mayor.
Coughlin's campaign adopts a broad and multifaceted approach to addressing the issues facing Bremerton. Some of his primary concerns include housing and affordability, environmental protection, and enhancing connectivity and mobility throughout the city. As an avid biker, he has experienced firsthand the difficulties with mobility that include missing sidewalks and unprotected bike lanes. He hopes to prioritize modern and accessible infrastructure that reduces car dependency and results in a more connected community. On housing and affordability, he proposes streamlining the process for developers to increase the supply of missing middle housing, such as duplexes and backyard cottages, rather than introducing more luxury condos that residents cannot afford.
Coughlin's approach to addressing homelessness in the area could have been more comprehensive, particularly in terms of increasing shelter capacity and expanding transitional housing options. We were disappointed to see some of the language he used on his website express disdain with the unhoused population and lacked suggestions to uplift neighbors out of homelessness and addiction. In 2023, Coughlin voted to implement a camping ban ordinance that restricted camping on certain parts of the city if shelter capacity was unavailable. Homelessness advocates argue against camping ordinances due to concerns over a lack of resources and displacement. Additionally, Coughlin's approach to public safety relies on increasing staffing for police and fire departments, but makes no mention of adding mental and behavioral health resources as alternative policing methods for our most vulnerable neighbors.
Coughlin demonstrates a strong affinity for environmental protection, advocating for expanded park services, greener infrastructure, and upgraded stormwater systems to prevent pollutants from entering the city's water. Coughlin's campaign has earned an overwhelming amount of support from local activists, the current city council, and progressive organizations across the region, including our partners at Washington Conservation Action, Planned Parenthood, and Washington Bikes.
While we do not align with all of his stances, Jeff Coughlin is a good candidate for residents seeking leadership that represents a new generation as Bremerton continues to grow. We lean toward electing him as the next Mayor of Bremerto.
Bremerton City Council member Jeff Coughlin is challenging incumbent Greg Wheeler for Bremerton Mayor. Coughlin is an astrophysicist and former NASA director who has been on the council since 2021. He is also an active volunteer within the community, serving as the Director of the Kitsap History Museum. If elected, Coughlin would make history as Bremerton's first LGBTQ+ mayor.
Coughlin's campaign adopts a broad and multifaceted approach to addressing the issues facing Bremerton. Some of his primary concerns include housing and affordability, environmental protection, and enhancing connectivity and mobility throughout the city. As an avid biker, he has experienced firsthand the difficulties with mobility that include missing sidewalks and unprotected bike lanes. He hopes to prioritize modern and accessible infrastructure that reduces car dependency and results in a more connected community. On housing and affordability, he proposes streamlining the process for developers to increase the supply of missing middle housing, such as duplexes and backyard cottages, rather than introducing more luxury condos that residents cannot afford.
Coughlin's approach to addressing homelessness in the area could have been more comprehensive, particularly in terms of increasing shelter capacity and expanding transitional housing options. We were disappointed to see some of the language he used on his website express disdain with the unhoused population and lacked suggestions to uplift neighbors out of homelessness and addiction. In 2023, Coughlin voted to implement a camping ban ordinance that restricted camping on certain parts of the city if shelter capacity was unavailable. Homelessness advocates argue against camping ordinances due to concerns over a lack of resources and displacement. Additionally, Coughlin's approach to public safety relies on increasing staffing for police and fire departments, but makes no mention of adding mental and behavioral health resources as alternative policing methods for our most vulnerable neighbors.
Coughlin demonstrates a strong affinity for environmental protection, advocating for expanded park services, greener infrastructure, and upgraded stormwater systems to prevent pollutants from entering the city's water. Coughlin's campaign has earned an overwhelming amount of support from local activists, the current city council, and progressive organizations across the region, including our partners at Washington Conservation Action, Planned Parenthood, and Washington Bikes.
While we do not align with all of his stances, Jeff Coughlin is a good candidate for residents seeking leadership that represents a new generation as Bremerton continues to grow. We lean toward electing him as the next Mayor of Bremerto.
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.
Last updated: 2025-10-13
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.
Sarah Moore is running for re-election for Burien City Council, Position 5. Moore joined the City Council in 2022 and, in January 2025, began her position as Deputy Mayor. Previously, she co-founded ACLU Burien People Power and spent more than 20 years working at the Pacific Science Center.
Moore was one of only two city council members to vote against the harsh emergency ordinance to criminalize homelessness on public property at all times. On the ordinance, Moore said "the law makes the city one that 'offers a severe weather shelter on a 32 degree day and exile on a 33 degree day.'" In 2023, Moore also voted in favor of a $1 million proposal from King County to build a tiny home village for community members experiencing homelessness. Those in favor of the proposal argued that it was a step towards permanent housing. In addition, Moore stood with councilmember Hugo Garcia in support of raising the local minimum wage, which the voters of Burien approved in February.
Due to her continued progressive work in Burien, we strongly support Sarah Moore for Burien City Council, Position 5.
Last updated: 2025-09-30
Sarah Moore is running for re-election for Burien City Council, Position 5. Moore joined the City Council in 2022 and, in January 2025, began her position as Deputy Mayor. Previously, she co-founded ACLU Burien People Power and spent more than 20 years working at the Pacific Science Center.
Moore was one of only two city council members to vote against the harsh emergency ordinance to criminalize homelessness on public property at all times. On the ordinance, Moore said "the law makes the city one that 'offers a severe weather shelter on a 32 degree day and exile on a 33 degree day.'" In 2023, Moore also voted in favor of a $1 million proposal from King County to build a tiny home village for community members experiencing homelessness. Those in favor of the proposal argued that it was a step towards permanent housing. In addition, Moore stood with councilmember Hugo Garcia in support of raising the local minimum wage, which the voters of Burien approved in February.
Due to her continued progressive work in Burien, we strongly support Sarah Moore for Burien City Council, Position 5.
Sarah Moore is running for re-election for Burien City Council, Position 5. Moore joined the City Council in 2022 and, in January 2025, began her position as Deputy Mayor. Previously, she co-founded ACLU Burien People Power and spent more than 20 years working at the Pacific Science Center.
Moore was one of only two city council members to vote against the harsh emergency ordinance to criminalize homelessness on public property at all times. On the ordinance, Moore said "the law makes the city one that 'offers a severe weather shelter on a 32 degree day and exile on a 33 degree day.'" In 2023, Moore also voted in favor of a $1 million proposal from King County to build a tiny home village for community members experiencing homelessness. Those in favor of the proposal argued that it was a step towards permanent housing. In addition, Moore stood with councilmember Hugo Garcia in support of raising the local minimum wage, which the voters of Burien approved in February.
Due to her continued progressive work in Burien, we strongly support Sarah Moore for Burien City Council, Position 5.
Chris Eck is running to retain Position 1 on the Edmonds City Council, to which she was first elected in 2023. She serves as the Vice President of Programs for Volunteers of America Western Washington, a Christian organization that operates food banks, crisis care services, homelessness prevention programs, and youth initiatives. She also brings experience in neighborhood planning from the Lynnwood and Snohomish County planning commissions.
Eck's platform is driven by her work in the human services sector, where she sees young families being priced out of neighborhoods, lower-wage workers with high rents and long commutes, and others struggling to get by. Her top priorities are providing more affordable homes, making neighborhoods more sustainable and walkable, and ensuring the diverse voices of all Edmonds residents are included in decision-making. Her stance on public safety starts with empathy and respect - she knows firsthand how important it is to have non-police professionals create pathways for people struggling with homelessness, substance use, or domestic violence.
Eck has earned your vote for Edmonds City Council, Position 1.
Last updated: 2025-10-13
Chris Eck is running to retain Position 1 on the Edmonds City Council, to which she was first elected in 2023. She serves as the Vice President of Programs for Volunteers of America Western Washington, a Christian organization that operates food banks, crisis care services, homelessness prevention programs, and youth initiatives. She also brings experience in neighborhood planning from the Lynnwood and Snohomish County planning commissions.
Eck's platform is driven by her work in the human services sector, where she sees young families being priced out of neighborhoods, lower-wage workers with high rents and long commutes, and others struggling to get by. Her top priorities are providing more affordable homes, making neighborhoods more sustainable and walkable, and ensuring the diverse voices of all Edmonds residents are included in decision-making. Her stance on public safety starts with empathy and respect - she knows firsthand how important it is to have non-police professionals create pathways for people struggling with homelessness, substance use, or domestic violence.
Eck has earned your vote for Edmonds City Council, Position 1.
Chris Eck is running to retain Position 1 on the Edmonds City Council, to which she was first elected in 2023. She serves as the Vice President of Programs for Volunteers of America Western Washington, a Christian organization that operates food banks, crisis care services, homelessness prevention programs, and youth initiatives. She also brings experience in neighborhood planning from the Lynnwood and Snohomish County planning commissions.
Eck's platform is driven by her work in the human services sector, where she sees young families being priced out of neighborhoods, lower-wage workers with high rents and long commutes, and others struggling to get by. Her top priorities are providing more affordable homes, making neighborhoods more sustainable and walkable, and ensuring the diverse voices of all Edmonds residents are included in decision-making. Her stance on public safety starts with empathy and respect - she knows firsthand how important it is to have non-police professionals create pathways for people struggling with homelessness, substance use, or domestic violence.
Eck has earned your vote for Edmonds City Council, Position 1.
Alex Newman is running against Erika Barnett for Edmonds City Council, Position 3. We are confident Newman 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.
Last updated: 2025-10-13
Alex Newman is running against Erika Barnett for Edmonds City Council, Position 3. We are confident Newman 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.
Alex Newman is running against Erika Barnett for Edmonds City Council, Position 3. We are confident Newman 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.
Cassie Franklin is running for re-election as Everett Mayor. Before becoming mayor, Franklin served as an Everett City Council member and was involved in several organizations and programs addressing homelessness.
Since the start of her term in 2017, Franklin has made a mixed bag of policy decisions that have not always been favorable, particularly regarding the budget. While her work during the pandemic was lauded, her decisions to increase police budgeting and cut public services were disappointing. In 2025, Franklin issued a directive aimed at enhancing public safety, which called for increasing the number of school resource officers (SROs). Reports have found that the presence of SROs often disproportionately impacts students of color.
Franklin cites public safety as a continued top priority for herself and the council. In 2025, she spoke in favor of the Drone-as-First-Responder program, which would deploy drones to incidents. The technology is developed by Flock Safety, which drew criticism from the ACLU over privacy concerns. In 2022, Franklin objected to the Right of Way Initiative, which would have moved people experiencing homelessness into motels in Everett. She accused the program, without evidence, of bringing people into Everett from other areas.
While we do not always agree with Cassie Franklin's policies, she is the less conservative choice in this race. We recommend re-electing her to serve another term as Everett Mayor.
Last updated: 2025-10-08
Cassie Franklin is running for re-election as Everett Mayor. Before becoming mayor, Franklin served as an Everett City Council member and was involved in several organizations and programs addressing homelessness.
Since the start of her term in 2017, Franklin has made a mixed bag of policy decisions that have not always been favorable, particularly regarding the budget. While her work during the pandemic was lauded, her decisions to increase police budgeting and cut public services were disappointing. In 2025, Franklin issued a directive aimed at enhancing public safety, which called for increasing the number of school resource officers (SROs). Reports have found that the presence of SROs often disproportionately impacts students of color.
Franklin cites public safety as a continued top priority for herself and the council. In 2025, she spoke in favor of the Drone-as-First-Responder program, which would deploy drones to incidents. The technology is developed by Flock Safety, which drew criticism from the ACLU over privacy concerns. In 2022, Franklin objected to the Right of Way Initiative, which would have moved people experiencing homelessness into motels in Everett. She accused the program, without evidence, of bringing people into Everett from other areas.
While we do not always agree with Cassie Franklin's policies, she is the less conservative choice in this race. We recommend re-electing her to serve another term as Everett Mayor.
Cassie Franklin is running for re-election as Everett Mayor. Before becoming mayor, Franklin served as an Everett City Council member and was involved in several organizations and programs addressing homelessness.
Since the start of her term in 2017, Franklin has made a mixed bag of policy decisions that have not always been favorable, particularly regarding the budget. While her work during the pandemic was lauded, her decisions to increase police budgeting and cut public services were disappointing. In 2025, Franklin issued a directive aimed at enhancing public safety, which called for increasing the number of school resource officers (SROs). Reports have found that the presence of SROs often disproportionately impacts students of color.
Franklin cites public safety as a continued top priority for herself and the council. In 2025, she spoke in favor of the Drone-as-First-Responder program, which would deploy drones to incidents. The technology is developed by Flock Safety, which drew criticism from the ACLU over privacy concerns. In 2022, Franklin objected to the Right of Way Initiative, which would have moved people experiencing homelessness into motels in Everett. She accused the program, without evidence, of bringing people into Everett from other areas.
While we do not always agree with Cassie Franklin's policies, she is the less conservative choice in this race. We recommend re-electing her to serve another term as Everett Mayor.
Sam Hem is running for Everett City Council, Position 1. Hehas been a resident of Everett for five years and currently works as an Assistant Regional Manager with the Sheet Metal Workers Local Union 66.
Hem's top priorities include housing affordability, public safety, and expanding economic opportunities. He said he will be an advocate for tenant protections and zoning rules that "protect neighborhood character" while also providing options for all income levels. He also said he will be a collaborative and solution-oriented leader, prioritizing diverse representation and equitable access to city resources.
In our interview, Hem displayed a genuine nature and a willingness to continue learning, acknowledging his areas for growth. He cited the unlawful deportation of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a fellow union member, as his inspiration to run for office. As a first-time candidate, Hem is still refining his policy positions on some issues. While we felt some of his policies leaned more moderate, Hem was eager to receive feedback to learn how to better respond to community needs.
Both candidates in this race would make a great addition to the council. However, we lean towards electing Sam Hem due to his endorsements from some of our partner organizations.
Last updated: 2025-10-08
Sam Hem is running for Everett City Council, Position 1. Hehas been a resident of Everett for five years and currently works as an Assistant Regional Manager with the Sheet Metal Workers Local Union 66.
Hem's top priorities include housing affordability, public safety, and expanding economic opportunities. He said he will be an advocate for tenant protections and zoning rules that "protect neighborhood character" while also providing options for all income levels. He also said he will be a collaborative and solution-oriented leader, prioritizing diverse representation and equitable access to city resources.
In our interview, Hem displayed a genuine nature and a willingness to continue learning, acknowledging his areas for growth. He cited the unlawful deportation of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a fellow union member, as his inspiration to run for office. As a first-time candidate, Hem is still refining his policy positions on some issues. While we felt some of his policies leaned more moderate, Hem was eager to receive feedback to learn how to better respond to community needs.
Both candidates in this race would make a great addition to the council. However, we lean towards electing Sam Hem due to his endorsements from some of our partner organizations.
Sam Hem is running for Everett City Council, Position 1. Hehas been a resident of Everett for five years and currently works as an Assistant Regional Manager with the Sheet Metal Workers Local Union 66.
Hem's top priorities include housing affordability, public safety, and expanding economic opportunities. He said he will be an advocate for tenant protections and zoning rules that "protect neighborhood character" while also providing options for all income levels. He also said he will be a collaborative and solution-oriented leader, prioritizing diverse representation and equitable access to city resources.
In our interview, Hem displayed a genuine nature and a willingness to continue learning, acknowledging his areas for growth. He cited the unlawful deportation of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a fellow union member, as his inspiration to run for office. As a first-time candidate, Hem is still refining his policy positions on some issues. While we felt some of his policies leaned more moderate, Hem was eager to receive feedback to learn how to better respond to community needs.
Both candidates in this race would make a great addition to the council. However, we lean towards electing Sam Hem due to his endorsements from some of our partner organizations.
Incumbent Paula Rhyne is seeking re-election for Everett City Council Position 2. During her tenure on the Everett City Council, Rhyne kept her campaign promises to address community concerns, including public safety, affordable housing, and worker protections.
Rhyne has worked to bar employers found guilty of wage theft from being awarded city contracts. She also advocated for federal funding for Alternative Response Teams to handle the mental health crisis, as well as the Emergency Mobile Opioid Treatment Everett (EMOTE) to help treat those struggling with opioid addiction. Additionally, she helped downtown business owners offset the financial impact of COVID through funding for the Downtown Everett Association to support their storefront grants.
Over the course of her first four years in office, Rhyne has demonstrated herself to be a strong leader committed to serving the Everett community. We recommend re-electing Paula Rhyne for Everett City Council Position 2.
Last updated: 2025-09-30
Incumbent Paula Rhyne is seeking re-election for Everett City Council Position 2. During her tenure on the Everett City Council, Rhyne kept her campaign promises to address community concerns, including public safety, affordable housing, and worker protections.
Rhyne has worked to bar employers found guilty of wage theft from being awarded city contracts. She also advocated for federal funding for Alternative Response Teams to handle the mental health crisis, as well as the Emergency Mobile Opioid Treatment Everett (EMOTE) to help treat those struggling with opioid addiction. Additionally, she helped downtown business owners offset the financial impact of COVID through funding for the Downtown Everett Association to support their storefront grants.
Over the course of her first four years in office, Rhyne has demonstrated herself to be a strong leader committed to serving the Everett community. We recommend re-electing Paula Rhyne for Everett City Council Position 2.
Incumbent Paula Rhyne is seeking re-election for Everett City Council Position 2. During her tenure on the Everett City Council, Rhyne kept her campaign promises to address community concerns, including public safety, affordable housing, and worker protections.
Rhyne has worked to bar employers found guilty of wage theft from being awarded city contracts. She also advocated for federal funding for Alternative Response Teams to handle the mental health crisis, as well as the Emergency Mobile Opioid Treatment Everett (EMOTE) to help treat those struggling with opioid addiction. Additionally, she helped downtown business owners offset the financial impact of COVID through funding for the Downtown Everett Association to support their storefront grants.
Over the course of her first four years in office, Rhyne has demonstrated herself to be a strong leader committed to serving the Everett community. We recommend re-electing Paula Rhyne for Everett City Council Position 2.
Issaquah City Council president Lindsey Walsh is now running for mayor. Walsh is a small business owner who has served on the city council since 2019, when she was first appointed. Her community leadership is extensive, encompassing service on the Eastside Fire & Rescue board, the city’s Planning Policy Commission, the King County Affordable Housing Committee, and the Puget Sound Regional Council’s Growth Management Policy Board. She has run her own search engine marketing company outside of public service work for the past two decades.
Walsh is running on a platform that emphasizes affordable housing, community safety, environmental health, and economic prosperity. If elected mayor, she aims to streamline permitting while promoting workforce and middle-income housing development. Walsh also supports expanding green spaces, bikeways, and walkways, as well as investing in sustainable infrastructure. In addition, she would advocate for bolstering local crisis response with mental health professionals and making strong investments in downtown revitalization and economic growth. She envisions an Issaquah that is prosperous, safe, and welcoming for all, and she has earned strong support in this campaign from fellow city leaders, neighboring mayors, and progressive lawmakers at the state level.
Lindsey Walsh is the clear progressive choice for Mayor of Issaquah.
Last updated: 2025-10-13
Issaquah City Council president Lindsey Walsh is now running for mayor. Walsh is a small business owner who has served on the city council since 2019, when she was first appointed. Her community leadership is extensive, encompassing service on the Eastside Fire & Rescue board, the city’s Planning Policy Commission, the King County Affordable Housing Committee, and the Puget Sound Regional Council’s Growth Management Policy Board. She has run her own search engine marketing company outside of public service work for the past two decades.
Walsh is running on a platform that emphasizes affordable housing, community safety, environmental health, and economic prosperity. If elected mayor, she aims to streamline permitting while promoting workforce and middle-income housing development. Walsh also supports expanding green spaces, bikeways, and walkways, as well as investing in sustainable infrastructure. In addition, she would advocate for bolstering local crisis response with mental health professionals and making strong investments in downtown revitalization and economic growth. She envisions an Issaquah that is prosperous, safe, and welcoming for all, and she has earned strong support in this campaign from fellow city leaders, neighboring mayors, and progressive lawmakers at the state level.
Lindsey Walsh is the clear progressive choice for Mayor of Issaquah.
Issaquah City Council president Lindsey Walsh is now running for mayor. Walsh is a small business owner who has served on the city council since 2019, when she was first appointed. Her community leadership is extensive, encompassing service on the Eastside Fire & Rescue board, the city’s Planning Policy Commission, the King County Affordable Housing Committee, and the Puget Sound Regional Council’s Growth Management Policy Board. She has run her own search engine marketing company outside of public service work for the past two decades.
Walsh is running on a platform that emphasizes affordable housing, community safety, environmental health, and economic prosperity. If elected mayor, she aims to streamline permitting while promoting workforce and middle-income housing development. Walsh also supports expanding green spaces, bikeways, and walkways, as well as investing in sustainable infrastructure. In addition, she would advocate for bolstering local crisis response with mental health professionals and making strong investments in downtown revitalization and economic growth. She envisions an Issaquah that is prosperous, safe, and welcoming for all, and she has earned strong support in this campaign from fellow city leaders, neighboring mayors, and progressive lawmakers at the state level.
Lindsey Walsh is the clear progressive choice for Mayor of Issaquah.
Tracy Banaszynski is running for Kenmore City Council, Position 2. Banaszynski is currently the chair of the Kenmore Planning Commission and the co-executive director of Mid Sound Fisheries Enhancement Group. She is also a community organizer, mobilizing volunteers for park clean ups.
Banaszynski's campaign prioritizes community, environment, and humanity. She advocates for housing for residents at all income levels, highlighting commute times and affordability. As an environmentalist, Banaszynski is passionate about climate protection and investing in strategies for clean air, water, and soil in Kenmore. She is also a proponent of community building through the protection of community spaces and making space for diverse cultures.
We recommend Tracy Banaszynski to the Kenmore City Council in Position 2 because of her long track record of activism and advocacy for environmental causes.
Last updated: 2025-09-30
Tracy Banaszynski is running for Kenmore City Council, Position 2. Banaszynski is currently the chair of the Kenmore Planning Commission and the co-executive director of Mid Sound Fisheries Enhancement Group. She is also a community organizer, mobilizing volunteers for park clean ups.
Banaszynski's campaign prioritizes community, environment, and humanity. She advocates for housing for residents at all income levels, highlighting commute times and affordability. As an environmentalist, Banaszynski is passionate about climate protection and investing in strategies for clean air, water, and soil in Kenmore. She is also a proponent of community building through the protection of community spaces and making space for diverse cultures.
We recommend Tracy Banaszynski to the Kenmore City Council in Position 2 because of her long track record of activism and advocacy for environmental causes.
Tracy Banaszynski is running for Kenmore City Council, Position 2. Banaszynski is currently the chair of the Kenmore Planning Commission and the co-executive director of Mid Sound Fisheries Enhancement Group. She is also a community organizer, mobilizing volunteers for park clean ups.
Banaszynski's campaign prioritizes community, environment, and humanity. She advocates for housing for residents at all income levels, highlighting commute times and affordability. As an environmentalist, Banaszynski is passionate about climate protection and investing in strategies for clean air, water, and soil in Kenmore. She is also a proponent of community building through the protection of community spaces and making space for diverse cultures.
We recommend Tracy Banaszynski to the Kenmore City Council in Position 2 because of her long track record of activism and advocacy for environmental causes.
Deputy Mayor Jay Arnold is running for re-election to the Kirkland City Council, Position 1. Prior to joining the council in 2013, Arnold served on the Kirkland Planning Commission for five years and co-chaired the campaign to provide dedicated funding for Kirkland parks. He also served on the boards of the environmental organizations Futurewise and Spark Northwest. Arnold is also a part-time technology consultant at Fuse, which produces this voter guide. He was not involved in this recommendation.
Since his first term, Anrold has been a leader in improving Kirkland's transportation, sustainability, and inclusiveness. He has supported efforts to strengthen safe routes to schools, improve transit options, reduce congestion, and provide co-responders for mental health calls to the police. His re-election campaign focuses on continued improvements to the community, including the construction of more sidewalks and the expansion of transportation connectivity as the Eastside light rail continues to expand.
Arnold has been a thoughtful, responsive, and innovative leader throughout his tenure on the council. He has earned your vote for re-election to Kirkland City Council, Position 1.
Last updated: 2025-10-13
Deputy Mayor Jay Arnold is running for re-election to the Kirkland City Council, Position 1. Prior to joining the council in 2013, Arnold served on the Kirkland Planning Commission for five years and co-chaired the campaign to provide dedicated funding for Kirkland parks. He also served on the boards of the environmental organizations Futurewise and Spark Northwest. Arnold is also a part-time technology consultant at Fuse, which produces this voter guide. He was not involved in this recommendation.
Since his first term, Anrold has been a leader in improving Kirkland's transportation, sustainability, and inclusiveness. He has supported efforts to strengthen safe routes to schools, improve transit options, reduce congestion, and provide co-responders for mental health calls to the police. His re-election campaign focuses on continued improvements to the community, including the construction of more sidewalks and the expansion of transportation connectivity as the Eastside light rail continues to expand.
Arnold has been a thoughtful, responsive, and innovative leader throughout his tenure on the council. He has earned your vote for re-election to Kirkland City Council, Position 1.
Deputy Mayor Jay Arnold is running for re-election to the Kirkland City Council, Position 1. Prior to joining the council in 2013, Arnold served on the Kirkland Planning Commission for five years and co-chaired the campaign to provide dedicated funding for Kirkland parks. He also served on the boards of the environmental organizations Futurewise and Spark Northwest. Arnold is also a part-time technology consultant at Fuse, which produces this voter guide. He was not involved in this recommendation.
Since his first term, Anrold has been a leader in improving Kirkland's transportation, sustainability, and inclusiveness. He has supported efforts to strengthen safe routes to schools, improve transit options, reduce congestion, and provide co-responders for mental health calls to the police. His re-election campaign focuses on continued improvements to the community, including the construction of more sidewalks and the expansion of transportation connectivity as the Eastside light rail continues to expand.
Arnold has been a thoughtful, responsive, and innovative leader throughout his tenure on the council. He has earned your vote for re-election to Kirkland City Council, Position 1.
Shilpa Prem is running for Kirkland City Council, Position 3. Prem is an accomplished candidate, having worked as both an attorney and an engineer. She is currently on the board of Emerge Washington, an organization that trains and prepares Democratic women running for office. Furthermore, Prem is also a board member of the South Asian Bar Association, which supports South Asian women in the legal field.
Prem's campaign is focusing on community involvement, improved transportation services, and public safety. She is an advocate for more affordable and varied housing. She is also a supporter of the Community Responder Program and wants to implement policies to prevent gun violence. If elected, Prem aims to enhance and expand sustainable transportation options, including transit access and prioritizing walkable neighborhoods.
Due to her extensive professional background and clear passion for progressive solutions, we recommend voting for Shilpa Prem for Kirkland City Council, Position 3.
Last updated: 2025-09-30
Shilpa Prem is running for Kirkland City Council, Position 3. Prem is an accomplished candidate, having worked as both an attorney and an engineer. She is currently on the board of Emerge Washington, an organization that trains and prepares Democratic women running for office. Furthermore, Prem is also a board member of the South Asian Bar Association, which supports South Asian women in the legal field.
Prem's campaign is focusing on community involvement, improved transportation services, and public safety. She is an advocate for more affordable and varied housing. She is also a supporter of the Community Responder Program and wants to implement policies to prevent gun violence. If elected, Prem aims to enhance and expand sustainable transportation options, including transit access and prioritizing walkable neighborhoods.
Due to her extensive professional background and clear passion for progressive solutions, we recommend voting for Shilpa Prem for Kirkland City Council, Position 3.
Shilpa Prem is running for Kirkland City Council, Position 3. Prem is an accomplished candidate, having worked as both an attorney and an engineer. She is currently on the board of Emerge Washington, an organization that trains and prepares Democratic women running for office. Furthermore, Prem is also a board member of the South Asian Bar Association, which supports South Asian women in the legal field.
Prem's campaign is focusing on community involvement, improved transportation services, and public safety. She is an advocate for more affordable and varied housing. She is also a supporter of the Community Responder Program and wants to implement policies to prevent gun violence. If elected, Prem aims to enhance and expand sustainable transportation options, including transit access and prioritizing walkable neighborhoods.
Due to her extensive professional background and clear passion for progressive solutions, we recommend voting for Shilpa Prem for Kirkland City Council, Position 3.
Neal Black is running for re-election for Kirkland City Council, Position 5. Black is an attorney with extensive professional experience in law, education, and public policy.
Black's re-election campaign priorities include improving the affordable housing supply, increasing safe and effective transit options, and providing high-quality public services for the community. He is an advocate for gun violence prevention, supporting legislation to end open carry in parks. Black garnered impressive support from several progressive organizations, indicating a continued commitment to implementing progressive solutions in Kirkland.
Throughout his time on the city council, Black has been a thoughtful and compassionate leader in Kirkland. We recommend voting for Neal Black for Kirkland City Council, Position 6, to continue his impressive service to the city.
Last updated: 2025-10-13
Neal Black is running for re-election for Kirkland City Council, Position 5. Black is an attorney with extensive professional experience in law, education, and public policy.
Black's re-election campaign priorities include improving the affordable housing supply, increasing safe and effective transit options, and providing high-quality public services for the community. He is an advocate for gun violence prevention, supporting legislation to end open carry in parks. Black garnered impressive support from several progressive organizations, indicating a continued commitment to implementing progressive solutions in Kirkland.
Throughout his time on the city council, Black has been a thoughtful and compassionate leader in Kirkland. We recommend voting for Neal Black for Kirkland City Council, Position 6, to continue his impressive service to the city.
Neal Black is running for re-election for Kirkland City Council, Position 5. Black is an attorney with extensive professional experience in law, education, and public policy.
Black's re-election campaign priorities include improving the affordable housing supply, increasing safe and effective transit options, and providing high-quality public services for the community. He is an advocate for gun violence prevention, supporting legislation to end open carry in parks. Black garnered impressive support from several progressive organizations, indicating a continued commitment to implementing progressive solutions in Kirkland.
Throughout his time on the city council, Black has been a thoughtful and compassionate leader in Kirkland. We recommend voting for Neal Black for Kirkland City Council, Position 6, to continue his impressive service to the city.
Kurt Dresner is running for Kirkland City Council, Position 7. Dresner is a resident of the Everest neighborhood and Vice-Chair of its neighborhood association. He is an active member of the Kirkland community, cofounding the nonprofit Liveable Kirkland, which advocates for various progressive issues. Through Liveable Kirkland, Dresner helped implement community programs, including a volunteer bike valet program, a new tool-lending library, and a weekly morning coffee gathering. He is also a frequent attendee of Kirkland City Council meetings.
Dresner's campaign platform is focused on improving housing affordability, expanding transportation options, and maintaining Kirkland's excellent parks and recreation spaces. He supports policies that would make it easier and less expensive to build new homes, thereby alleviating Kirkland's severe housing shortage. He hopes to improve transit options by increasing the frequency of public transportation and creating more walker- and biker-friendly spaces.
Kurt Dresner is someone who clearly cares deeply about our community and is well-versed in the issues facing residents. We enthusiastically recommend voting for Kurt Dresner for Kirkland City Council, Position 7.
Last updated: 2025-10-03
Kurt Dresner is running for Kirkland City Council, Position 7. Dresner is a resident of the Everest neighborhood and Vice-Chair of its neighborhood association. He is an active member of the Kirkland community, cofounding the nonprofit Liveable Kirkland, which advocates for various progressive issues. Through Liveable Kirkland, Dresner helped implement community programs, including a volunteer bike valet program, a new tool-lending library, and a weekly morning coffee gathering. He is also a frequent attendee of Kirkland City Council meetings.
Dresner's campaign platform is focused on improving housing affordability, expanding transportation options, and maintaining Kirkland's excellent parks and recreation spaces. He supports policies that would make it easier and less expensive to build new homes, thereby alleviating Kirkland's severe housing shortage. He hopes to improve transit options by increasing the frequency of public transportation and creating more walker- and biker-friendly spaces.
Kurt Dresner is someone who clearly cares deeply about our community and is well-versed in the issues facing residents. We enthusiastically recommend voting for Kurt Dresner for Kirkland City Council, Position 7.
Kurt Dresner is running for Kirkland City Council, Position 7. Dresner is a resident of the Everest neighborhood and Vice-Chair of its neighborhood association. He is an active member of the Kirkland community, cofounding the nonprofit Liveable Kirkland, which advocates for various progressive issues. Through Liveable Kirkland, Dresner helped implement community programs, including a volunteer bike valet program, a new tool-lending library, and a weekly morning coffee gathering. He is also a frequent attendee of Kirkland City Council meetings.
Dresner's campaign platform is focused on improving housing affordability, expanding transportation options, and maintaining Kirkland's excellent parks and recreation spaces. He supports policies that would make it easier and less expensive to build new homes, thereby alleviating Kirkland's severe housing shortage. He hopes to improve transit options by increasing the frequency of public transportation and creating more walker- and biker-friendly spaces.
Kurt Dresner is someone who clearly cares deeply about our community and is well-versed in the issues facing residents. We enthusiastically recommend voting for Kurt Dresner for Kirkland City Council, Position 7.
Public works professional Ellen Talbo is running for Lakewood City Council, Position 1 to build more affordable homes, improve infrastructure, and make neighborhoods safer. Along with her current work in Renton's Public Works Department, Talbo has worked as a transportation planner and transit planning manager for Santa Clara County and the Ventura County Transportation Commission. She has also served on the Lakewood Planning Commission as vice chair and volunteered with the Lakewood Sister Cities Association and the Pierce County Conservation District, among other roles.
As an urban planning professional, Talbo is interested in joining the council to create safer routes to schools, more reliable transit options, and neighborhood resiliency. She believes that a transparent council with active outreach to all residents, including cultural organizations and underrepresented communities, will strengthen city policies.
With endorsements from the 28th Legislative District Democrats and from progressive elected officials like Pierce County Executive Ryan Mello, we recommend Talbo as the best choice for Lakewood City Council Position 1.
Last updated: 2025-10-10
Public works professional Ellen Talbo is running for Lakewood City Council, Position 1 to build more affordable homes, improve infrastructure, and make neighborhoods safer. Along with her current work in Renton's Public Works Department, Talbo has worked as a transportation planner and transit planning manager for Santa Clara County and the Ventura County Transportation Commission. She has also served on the Lakewood Planning Commission as vice chair and volunteered with the Lakewood Sister Cities Association and the Pierce County Conservation District, among other roles.
As an urban planning professional, Talbo is interested in joining the council to create safer routes to schools, more reliable transit options, and neighborhood resiliency. She believes that a transparent council with active outreach to all residents, including cultural organizations and underrepresented communities, will strengthen city policies.
With endorsements from the 28th Legislative District Democrats and from progressive elected officials like Pierce County Executive Ryan Mello, we recommend Talbo as the best choice for Lakewood City Council Position 1.
Public works professional Ellen Talbo is running for Lakewood City Council, Position 1 to build more affordable homes, improve infrastructure, and make neighborhoods safer. Along with her current work in Renton's Public Works Department, Talbo has worked as a transportation planner and transit planning manager for Santa Clara County and the Ventura County Transportation Commission. She has also served on the Lakewood Planning Commission as vice chair and volunteered with the Lakewood Sister Cities Association and the Pierce County Conservation District, among other roles.
As an urban planning professional, Talbo is interested in joining the council to create safer routes to schools, more reliable transit options, and neighborhood resiliency. She believes that a transparent council with active outreach to all residents, including cultural organizations and underrepresented communities, will strengthen city policies.
With endorsements from the 28th Legislative District Democrats and from progressive elected officials like Pierce County Executive Ryan Mello, we recommend Talbo as the best choice for Lakewood City Council Position 1.
Isabel Mata is running for Lynnwood City Council, Position 2. Mata is a writer and mindfulness teacher with professional experience in marketing.
Mata's campaign is prioritizing public safety, high-quality social services, and inclusion. Her approach to public safety extends beyond over-policing, focusing instead on improving mental health resources, preparing for extreme weather, and maintaining well-maintained streets and sidewalks. Mata recognizes the impact of reliable public resources on the overall well-being of the community, advocating for high-quality schools, fair wages, and public spaces that facilitate community building. If elected, she hopes to foster an inclusive environment, helping residents of all walks of life feel welcomed and represented in Lynnwood.
While we would like to see some more specific and detailed policy proposals, it is clear that Isabel Mata is a compassionate leader with a progressive vision for Lynnwood's future. She has earned your vote for Lynnwood City Council, Position 2.
Last updated: 2025-10-03
Isabel Mata is running for Lynnwood City Council, Position 2. Mata is a writer and mindfulness teacher with professional experience in marketing.
Mata's campaign is prioritizing public safety, high-quality social services, and inclusion. Her approach to public safety extends beyond over-policing, focusing instead on improving mental health resources, preparing for extreme weather, and maintaining well-maintained streets and sidewalks. Mata recognizes the impact of reliable public resources on the overall well-being of the community, advocating for high-quality schools, fair wages, and public spaces that facilitate community building. If elected, she hopes to foster an inclusive environment, helping residents of all walks of life feel welcomed and represented in Lynnwood.
While we would like to see some more specific and detailed policy proposals, it is clear that Isabel Mata is a compassionate leader with a progressive vision for Lynnwood's future. She has earned your vote for Lynnwood City Council, Position 2.
Isabel Mata is running for Lynnwood City Council, Position 2. Mata is a writer and mindfulness teacher with professional experience in marketing.
Mata's campaign is prioritizing public safety, high-quality social services, and inclusion. Her approach to public safety extends beyond over-policing, focusing instead on improving mental health resources, preparing for extreme weather, and maintaining well-maintained streets and sidewalks. Mata recognizes the impact of reliable public resources on the overall well-being of the community, advocating for high-quality schools, fair wages, and public spaces that facilitate community building. If elected, she hopes to foster an inclusive environment, helping residents of all walks of life feel welcomed and represented in Lynnwood.
While we would like to see some more specific and detailed policy proposals, it is clear that Isabel Mata is a compassionate leader with a progressive vision for Lynnwood's future. She has earned your vote for Lynnwood City Council, Position 2.
Mpiima Mugambe is running for Lynnwood City Council, Position 5. Mugambe is a Ugandan immigrant and a Mental Health Professional on the Crisis Team at the Downtown Emergency Service Center. He is also an instructor at the University of Washington School of Social Work.
Mugambe is running a compassionate and progressive campaign prioritizing social services in the community. He is supportive of measures to improve affordable housing, such as rent stabilization, permanent supportive housing, and zoning reforms to allow for inclusive development. Given his background in social work, Mugambe is an advocate for community policing and preventive strategies for public safety that address the root causes of crime rather than relying on over-policing. If elected, he hopes to expand transit options that promote community connections and provide safe alternatives to car travel.
Mpiima Mugambe demonstrates that he is an innovative leader who will work to advance progress in Lynnwood. He is our choice for Lynnwood City Council, Position 5.
Last updated: 2025-10-09
Mpiima Mugambe is running for Lynnwood City Council, Position 5. Mugambe is a Ugandan immigrant and a Mental Health Professional on the Crisis Team at the Downtown Emergency Service Center. He is also an instructor at the University of Washington School of Social Work.
Mugambe is running a compassionate and progressive campaign prioritizing social services in the community. He is supportive of measures to improve affordable housing, such as rent stabilization, permanent supportive housing, and zoning reforms to allow for inclusive development. Given his background in social work, Mugambe is an advocate for community policing and preventive strategies for public safety that address the root causes of crime rather than relying on over-policing. If elected, he hopes to expand transit options that promote community connections and provide safe alternatives to car travel.
Mpiima Mugambe demonstrates that he is an innovative leader who will work to advance progress in Lynnwood. He is our choice for Lynnwood City Council, Position 5.
Mpiima Mugambe is running for Lynnwood City Council, Position 5. Mugambe is a Ugandan immigrant and a Mental Health Professional on the Crisis Team at the Downtown Emergency Service Center. He is also an instructor at the University of Washington School of Social Work.
Mugambe is running a compassionate and progressive campaign prioritizing social services in the community. He is supportive of measures to improve affordable housing, such as rent stabilization, permanent supportive housing, and zoning reforms to allow for inclusive development. Given his background in social work, Mugambe is an advocate for community policing and preventive strategies for public safety that address the root causes of crime rather than relying on over-policing. If elected, he hopes to expand transit options that promote community connections and provide safe alternatives to car travel.
Mpiima Mugambe demonstrates that he is an innovative leader who will work to advance progress in Lynnwood. He is our choice for Lynnwood City Council, Position 5.
Incumbent Paul Charbonneau is running for re-election to Position 6 on the Newcastle City Council. Charbonneau was first elected to the Newcastle City Council in 2021 at the age of 25, representing a new generation of young elected officials in Washington.
Charbonneau has consistently been a progressive leader during his time on the council. He is an outspoken advocate for affordable housing and mental health awareness. In June 2024, he submitted a motion to raise the Pride flag at City Hall as a symbol of support and recognition for the LGBTQ community, a motion that became controversial after half the council voted against it. Thanks in part to his outspoken leadership and community organizing, the council later reversed this decision and raised the pride flag.
Additionally, Charbonneau championed a package of tenant protection proposals that would have introduced measures to limit security deposits, late fees, and prohibit the requirement of social security numbers in the renter application process. While the ordinance failed, Charbonneau continues to be a steadfast voice in the fight for affordable housing. In 2025, he voted to reinstate language in the city's comprehensive plan that enforced equitable practices in housing development.
Paul Charbonneau represents a new generation of progressive leadership and will continue to make positive change on the council. We strongly recommend re-electing him to Position 6 on the Newcastle City Council.
Last updated: 2025-10-13
Incumbent Paul Charbonneau is running for re-election to Position 6 on the Newcastle City Council. Charbonneau was first elected to the Newcastle City Council in 2021 at the age of 25, representing a new generation of young elected officials in Washington.
Charbonneau has consistently been a progressive leader during his time on the council. He is an outspoken advocate for affordable housing and mental health awareness. In June 2024, he submitted a motion to raise the Pride flag at City Hall as a symbol of support and recognition for the LGBTQ community, a motion that became controversial after half the council voted against it. Thanks in part to his outspoken leadership and community organizing, the council later reversed this decision and raised the pride flag.
Additionally, Charbonneau championed a package of tenant protection proposals that would have introduced measures to limit security deposits, late fees, and prohibit the requirement of social security numbers in the renter application process. While the ordinance failed, Charbonneau continues to be a steadfast voice in the fight for affordable housing. In 2025, he voted to reinstate language in the city's comprehensive plan that enforced equitable practices in housing development.
Paul Charbonneau represents a new generation of progressive leadership and will continue to make positive change on the council. We strongly recommend re-electing him to Position 6 on the Newcastle City Council.
Incumbent Paul Charbonneau is running for re-election to Position 6 on the Newcastle City Council. Charbonneau was first elected to the Newcastle City Council in 2021 at the age of 25, representing a new generation of young elected officials in Washington.
Charbonneau has consistently been a progressive leader during his time on the council. He is an outspoken advocate for affordable housing and mental health awareness. In June 2024, he submitted a motion to raise the Pride flag at City Hall as a symbol of support and recognition for the LGBTQ community, a motion that became controversial after half the council voted against it. Thanks in part to his outspoken leadership and community organizing, the council later reversed this decision and raised the pride flag.
Additionally, Charbonneau championed a package of tenant protection proposals that would have introduced measures to limit security deposits, late fees, and prohibit the requirement of social security numbers in the renter application process. While the ordinance failed, Charbonneau continues to be a steadfast voice in the fight for affordable housing. In 2025, he voted to reinstate language in the city's comprehensive plan that enforced equitable practices in housing development.
Paul Charbonneau represents a new generation of progressive leadership and will continue to make positive change on the council. We strongly recommend re-electing him to Position 6 on the Newcastle City Council.
Incumbent Clark Gilman is running for re-election for the Olympia City Council, Position 4. Throughout his tenure on the city council, Gilman has proven himself to be a thoughtful and progressive leader in Olympia.
In 2025, Gilman proposed to provide $30,000 in council goal funds to support immigrants and refugee families in Thurston County. The council approved the proposal unanimously, with fellow council member Dani Madrone saying, "Gilman has been engaging with the immigrant community to learn about the needs they have." He recently challenged the latest 2045 Comprehensive Plan, saying the draft chapter "falls short of aligning with the city's climate goals, particularly in terms of how it evaluates transportation-related projects." He highlighted the influence of interest groups on these issues and proposed including a chapter to prioritize projects that reduce urban sprawl or decrease emissions.
We recommend Clark Gilman for re-election to the Olympia City Council, Position 4.
Last updated: 2025-09-30
Incumbent Clark Gilman is running for re-election for the Olympia City Council, Position 4. Throughout his tenure on the city council, Gilman has proven himself to be a thoughtful and progressive leader in Olympia.
In 2025, Gilman proposed to provide $30,000 in council goal funds to support immigrants and refugee families in Thurston County. The council approved the proposal unanimously, with fellow council member Dani Madrone saying, "Gilman has been engaging with the immigrant community to learn about the needs they have." He recently challenged the latest 2045 Comprehensive Plan, saying the draft chapter "falls short of aligning with the city's climate goals, particularly in terms of how it evaluates transportation-related projects." He highlighted the influence of interest groups on these issues and proposed including a chapter to prioritize projects that reduce urban sprawl or decrease emissions.
We recommend Clark Gilman for re-election to the Olympia City Council, Position 4.
Incumbent Clark Gilman is running for re-election for the Olympia City Council, Position 4. Throughout his tenure on the city council, Gilman has proven himself to be a thoughtful and progressive leader in Olympia.
In 2025, Gilman proposed to provide $30,000 in council goal funds to support immigrants and refugee families in Thurston County. The council approved the proposal unanimously, with fellow council member Dani Madrone saying, "Gilman has been engaging with the immigrant community to learn about the needs they have." He recently challenged the latest 2045 Comprehensive Plan, saying the draft chapter "falls short of aligning with the city's climate goals, particularly in terms of how it evaluates transportation-related projects." He highlighted the influence of interest groups on these issues and proposed including a chapter to prioritize projects that reduce urban sprawl or decrease emissions.
We recommend Clark Gilman for re-election to the Olympia City Council, Position 4.
Kelly Green is running unopposed to retain Position 5 on the Olympia City Council. Green was first appointed to the council in early 2025 to fill the vacancy left when Dr. Lisa Parshley was elected to the Legislature. An Oregon native, Green eventually settled in Olympia after serving as an English teacher in the Peace Corps. She is currently the Vice President for Advancement at SPSCC.
Green first campaigned to address Olympia's budget deficits, affordable housing, and the completion of the city's Comprehensive Plan. In March 2025, Kelly Green spoke in support of a project to make more affordable housing for SPSCC students on campus. She also supported a referral to provide $30,000 to help immigrant and refugee families settle in Olympia.
In her current campaign, Green has prioritized bringing people together, preserving our natural environment, and boosting economic opportunities. We hope to see her continue to address the challenges she put forth in her first campaign, such as addressing the issue of affordable housing.
We recommend Kelly Green for Olympia City Council, Position 5, due to her thoughtful, progressive leadership for the city.
Last updated: 2025-10-13
Kelly Green is running unopposed to retain Position 5 on the Olympia City Council. Green was first appointed to the council in early 2025 to fill the vacancy left when Dr. Lisa Parshley was elected to the Legislature. An Oregon native, Green eventually settled in Olympia after serving as an English teacher in the Peace Corps. She is currently the Vice President for Advancement at SPSCC.
Green first campaigned to address Olympia's budget deficits, affordable housing, and the completion of the city's Comprehensive Plan. In March 2025, Kelly Green spoke in support of a project to make more affordable housing for SPSCC students on campus. She also supported a referral to provide $30,000 to help immigrant and refugee families settle in Olympia.
In her current campaign, Green has prioritized bringing people together, preserving our natural environment, and boosting economic opportunities. We hope to see her continue to address the challenges she put forth in her first campaign, such as addressing the issue of affordable housing.
We recommend Kelly Green for Olympia City Council, Position 5, due to her thoughtful, progressive leadership for the city.
Kelly Green is running unopposed to retain Position 5 on the Olympia City Council. Green was first appointed to the council in early 2025 to fill the vacancy left when Dr. Lisa Parshley was elected to the Legislature. An Oregon native, Green eventually settled in Olympia after serving as an English teacher in the Peace Corps. She is currently the Vice President for Advancement at SPSCC.
Green first campaigned to address Olympia's budget deficits, affordable housing, and the completion of the city's Comprehensive Plan. In March 2025, Kelly Green spoke in support of a project to make more affordable housing for SPSCC students on campus. She also supported a referral to provide $30,000 to help immigrant and refugee families settle in Olympia.
In her current campaign, Green has prioritized bringing people together, preserving our natural environment, and boosting economic opportunities. We hope to see her continue to address the challenges she put forth in her first campaign, such as addressing the issue of affordable housing.
We recommend Kelly Green for Olympia City Council, Position 5, due to her thoughtful, progressive leadership for the city.
Justin Stang is challenging incumbent Robert Vanderpool for Olympia City Council, Position 6. According to his website, Stang has worked in both the nonprofit and private sectors, focusing on environmental conservation, public health, and equitable economic development.
Stang's campaign priorities include supporting small businesses, enhancing public safety, and promoting long-term financial stability. Stang supports initiatives for small businesses, including scholarships and training funding that targets minority-owned and women-owned businesses. He also wants to expand access to emergency shelters and transitional housing options.
While he proposed some progressive solutions, we would like to see Justin Stang's platform developed a bit further. We recommend instead voting to retain Robert Vanderpool for Olympia City Council, Position 6, as he has a more clearly demonstrated track record, both in office and in the community.
Last updated: 2025-09-30
Justin Stang is challenging incumbent Robert Vanderpool for Olympia City Council, Position 6. According to his website, Stang has worked in both the nonprofit and private sectors, focusing on environmental conservation, public health, and equitable economic development.
Stang's campaign priorities include supporting small businesses, enhancing public safety, and promoting long-term financial stability. Stang supports initiatives for small businesses, including scholarships and training funding that targets minority-owned and women-owned businesses. He also wants to expand access to emergency shelters and transitional housing options.
While he proposed some progressive solutions, we would like to see Justin Stang's platform developed a bit further. We recommend instead voting to retain Robert Vanderpool for Olympia City Council, Position 6, as he has a more clearly demonstrated track record, both in office and in the community.
Justin Stang is challenging incumbent Robert Vanderpool for Olympia City Council, Position 6. According to his website, Stang has worked in both the nonprofit and private sectors, focusing on environmental conservation, public health, and equitable economic development.
Stang's campaign priorities include supporting small businesses, enhancing public safety, and promoting long-term financial stability. Stang supports initiatives for small businesses, including scholarships and training funding that targets minority-owned and women-owned businesses. He also wants to expand access to emergency shelters and transitional housing options.
While he proposed some progressive solutions, we would like to see Justin Stang's platform developed a bit further. We recommend instead voting to retain Robert Vanderpool for Olympia City Council, Position 6, as he has a more clearly demonstrated track record, both in office and in the community.
Caleb Gieger is running for Olympia City Council, Position 7. Gieger is a graduate of Syracuse University College of Law and formerly worked as a policy analyst for the State of Oregon. Most recently, Gieger was an assistant attorney general at the Washington State Office of the Attorney General.
In his campaign for city council, Gieger is prioritizing making Olympia a livable, resilient, and just city. He plans to continue the council's work on zoning reform, affordable housing, and tenant protections. He also plans to mitigate the effects of climate change and ensure a balanced budget for economic resilience. Gieger proposed expanding crisis response options for those experiencing mental health and addiction issues.
While we appreciate Caleb Gieger's perspective and proposals, we recommend voting for Berendt for Olympia City Council, Position 7 due to his decades of Democratic leadership and experience.
Last updated: 2025-10-10
Caleb Gieger is running for Olympia City Council, Position 7. Gieger is a graduate of Syracuse University College of Law and formerly worked as a policy analyst for the State of Oregon. Most recently, Gieger was an assistant attorney general at the Washington State Office of the Attorney General.
In his campaign for city council, Gieger is prioritizing making Olympia a livable, resilient, and just city. He plans to continue the council's work on zoning reform, affordable housing, and tenant protections. He also plans to mitigate the effects of climate change and ensure a balanced budget for economic resilience. Gieger proposed expanding crisis response options for those experiencing mental health and addiction issues.
While we appreciate Caleb Gieger's perspective and proposals, we recommend voting for Berendt for Olympia City Council, Position 7 due to his decades of Democratic leadership and experience.
Caleb Gieger is running for Olympia City Council, Position 7. Gieger is a graduate of Syracuse University College of Law and formerly worked as a policy analyst for the State of Oregon. Most recently, Gieger was an assistant attorney general at the Washington State Office of the Attorney General.
In his campaign for city council, Gieger is prioritizing making Olympia a livable, resilient, and just city. He plans to continue the council's work on zoning reform, affordable housing, and tenant protections. He also plans to mitigate the effects of climate change and ensure a balanced budget for economic resilience. Gieger proposed expanding crisis response options for those experiencing mental health and addiction issues.
While we appreciate Caleb Gieger's perspective and proposals, we recommend voting for Berendt for Olympia City Council, Position 7 due to his decades of Democratic leadership and experience.
Melissa Stuart is running to retain Position 4 on the Redmond City Council. Prior to joining the council in 2022, Stuart worked for the Boys & Girls Clubs of King County and Youth Eastside Services. She also served on the board of Zero Waste Washington and volunteered as a Climate Justice Steward with the Alliance for Jobs & Clean Energy.
During her tenure on the council, Stuart advocated for increased community connection through public listening sessions held throughout Redmond. As a council member, she also championed housing affordability through zoning changes and incentive packages. She plans to continue advocating for affordable housing solutions if re-elected. Furthermore, Stuart leveraged her background in climate justice to advocate for greener practices in Redmond, including promoting development near transit hubs and supporting efforts to divert construction waste from landfills.
Due to her previous background in climate justice, as well as multiple endorsements from our partner organizations, we recommend Melissa Stuart for re-election to the Redmond City Council, Position 4.
Last updated: 2025-09-30
Melissa Stuart is running to retain Position 4 on the Redmond City Council. Prior to joining the council in 2022, Stuart worked for the Boys & Girls Clubs of King County and Youth Eastside Services. She also served on the board of Zero Waste Washington and volunteered as a Climate Justice Steward with the Alliance for Jobs & Clean Energy.
During her tenure on the council, Stuart advocated for increased community connection through public listening sessions held throughout Redmond. As a council member, she also championed housing affordability through zoning changes and incentive packages. She plans to continue advocating for affordable housing solutions if re-elected. Furthermore, Stuart leveraged her background in climate justice to advocate for greener practices in Redmond, including promoting development near transit hubs and supporting efforts to divert construction waste from landfills.
Due to her previous background in climate justice, as well as multiple endorsements from our partner organizations, we recommend Melissa Stuart for re-election to the Redmond City Council, Position 4.
Melissa Stuart is running to retain Position 4 on the Redmond City Council. Prior to joining the council in 2022, Stuart worked for the Boys & Girls Clubs of King County and Youth Eastside Services. She also served on the board of Zero Waste Washington and volunteered as a Climate Justice Steward with the Alliance for Jobs & Clean Energy.
During her tenure on the council, Stuart advocated for increased community connection through public listening sessions held throughout Redmond. As a council member, she also championed housing affordability through zoning changes and incentive packages. She plans to continue advocating for affordable housing solutions if re-elected. Furthermore, Stuart leveraged her background in climate justice to advocate for greener practices in Redmond, including promoting development near transit hubs and supporting efforts to divert construction waste from landfills.
Due to her previous background in climate justice, as well as multiple endorsements from our partner organizations, we recommend Melissa Stuart for re-election to the Redmond City Council, Position 4.
Jeralee Anderson is running to retain her role on the Redmond City Council, Position 6. Anderson was the president and co-founder of Greenroads International, a company that rates and advocates for sustainable transportation infrastructure. She has also been recognized for her achievements at the state and national levels, serving on the Governor Inslee-appointed Washington State Public Works Board as an alternate, the King County Regional Transit Committee, and the Cascade Water Alliance board of directors. Anderson has been on the ballot frequently in recent years, running unsuccessful campaigns for Washington Lands Commissioner in 2024 and Mayor of Redmond in 2023.
Her city council campaign website has not been updated since her 2021 run, so her current priorities are unknown. She previously ran with a focus on climate action, improving infrastructure, and economic justice. In the past, she said she wanted to prioritize affordable housing. Unfortunately, in 2024, she was the sole vote against taking over Kenmore's low-income housing project. The project provided one hundred units of permanent supportive housing through Plymouth Housing.
Anderson's sometimes mixed track record and lack of an updated platform raise some concerns about her candidacy. We recommend Menka Soni for Redmond City Council, Position 6.
Last updated: 2025-10-08
Jeralee Anderson is running to retain her role on the Redmond City Council, Position 6. Anderson was the president and co-founder of Greenroads International, a company that rates and advocates for sustainable transportation infrastructure. She has also been recognized for her achievements at the state and national levels, serving on the Governor Inslee-appointed Washington State Public Works Board as an alternate, the King County Regional Transit Committee, and the Cascade Water Alliance board of directors. Anderson has been on the ballot frequently in recent years, running unsuccessful campaigns for Washington Lands Commissioner in 2024 and Mayor of Redmond in 2023.
Her city council campaign website has not been updated since her 2021 run, so her current priorities are unknown. She previously ran with a focus on climate action, improving infrastructure, and economic justice. In the past, she said she wanted to prioritize affordable housing. Unfortunately, in 2024, she was the sole vote against taking over Kenmore's low-income housing project. The project provided one hundred units of permanent supportive housing through Plymouth Housing.
Anderson's sometimes mixed track record and lack of an updated platform raise some concerns about her candidacy. We recommend Menka Soni for Redmond City Council, Position 6.
Carmen Rivera is running for re-election for Renton City Council, Position 2. Since winning her first race in 2021, Rivera has been a progressive advocate in the Renton community. She was the first openly queer person, the first Boricua, and the youngest Latina to be elected to the Renton City Council. She is also currently the Assistant Dean for Student Engagement for the College of Arts and Sciences at Seattle University, and helped "spearhead LGBTQ and gender-responsive youth programming on campus."
As a city council member, Rivera used her background in criminal justice to advocate for reforms to the criminal legal system. In 2023, she was among three Renton City Council members who signed a letter asking for "reform and new solutions to address the roots of crime and to find 'data-driven' solutions as an alternative to punitive approaches to justice."
Throughout her tenure on the council, Rivera has consistently demonstrated herself to be a progressive leader for all her constituents. In 2024, she created more opportunities for public engagement through initiatives like "Word on the Street." She also supported strategies for planning for and creating affordable housing, such as the partnership with Habitat for Humanity and the Willowcrest Phase II project. Additionally, Rivera has been an outspoken advocate for marginalized voices in Renton, most recently proposing that Renton be declared a sanctuary city for the LGBTQ community.
Rivera’s record includes some problems as well. In May of 2025, Axios reported that Rivera has been accused of bullying and harassment by multiple individuals over several years. Rivera has denied the allegations, and her campaign consultant called them "politically motivated retaliation." Additionally, Axios reported that Rivera faced charges for a domestic violence incident involving a former partner in 2016. The case was eventually dropped. We are alarmed by the accusations and take them seriously, which is why we do not give her a sole recommendation.
Rivera is the most progressive candidate in the race and has earned the most endorsements from local leaders and organizations.
Last updated: 2025-09-30
Carmen Rivera is running for re-election for Renton City Council, Position 2. Since winning her first race in 2021, Rivera has been a progressive advocate in the Renton community. She was the first openly queer person, the first Boricua, and the youngest Latina to be elected to the Renton City Council. She is also currently the Assistant Dean for Student Engagement for the College of Arts and Sciences at Seattle University, and helped "spearhead LGBTQ and gender-responsive youth programming on campus."
As a city council member, Rivera used her background in criminal justice to advocate for reforms to the criminal legal system. In 2023, she was among three Renton City Council members who signed a letter asking for "reform and new solutions to address the roots of crime and to find 'data-driven' solutions as an alternative to punitive approaches to justice."
Throughout her tenure on the council, Rivera has consistently demonstrated herself to be a progressive leader for all her constituents. In 2024, she created more opportunities for public engagement through initiatives like "Word on the Street." She also supported strategies for planning for and creating affordable housing, such as the partnership with Habitat for Humanity and the Willowcrest Phase II project. Additionally, Rivera has been an outspoken advocate for marginalized voices in Renton, most recently proposing that Renton be declared a sanctuary city for the LGBTQ community.
Rivera’s record includes some problems as well. In May of 2025, Axios reported that Rivera has been accused of bullying and harassment by multiple individuals over several years. Rivera has denied the allegations, and her campaign consultant called them "politically motivated retaliation." Additionally, Axios reported that Rivera faced charges for a domestic violence incident involving a former partner in 2016. The case was eventually dropped. We are alarmed by the accusations and take them seriously, which is why we do not give her a sole recommendation.
Rivera is the most progressive candidate in the race and has earned the most endorsements from local leaders and organizations.
Carmen Rivera is running for re-election for Renton City Council, Position 2. Since winning her first race in 2021, Rivera has been a progressive advocate in the Renton community. She was the first openly queer person, the first Boricua, and the youngest Latina to be elected to the Renton City Council. She is also currently the Assistant Dean for Student Engagement for the College of Arts and Sciences at Seattle University, and helped "spearhead LGBTQ and gender-responsive youth programming on campus."
As a city council member, Rivera used her background in criminal justice to advocate for reforms to the criminal legal system. In 2023, she was among three Renton City Council members who signed a letter asking for "reform and new solutions to address the roots of crime and to find 'data-driven' solutions as an alternative to punitive approaches to justice."
Throughout her tenure on the council, Rivera has consistently demonstrated herself to be a progressive leader for all her constituents. In 2024, she created more opportunities for public engagement through initiatives like "Word on the Street." She also supported strategies for planning for and creating affordable housing, such as the partnership with Habitat for Humanity and the Willowcrest Phase II project. Additionally, Rivera has been an outspoken advocate for marginalized voices in Renton, most recently proposing that Renton be declared a sanctuary city for the LGBTQ community.
Rivera’s record includes some problems as well. In May of 2025, Axios reported that Rivera has been accused of bullying and harassment by multiple individuals over several years. Rivera has denied the allegations, and her campaign consultant called them "politically motivated retaliation." Additionally, Axios reported that Rivera faced charges for a domestic violence incident involving a former partner in 2016. The case was eventually dropped. We are alarmed by the accusations and take them seriously, which is why we do not give her a sole recommendation.
Rivera is the most progressive candidate in the race and has earned the most endorsements from local leaders and organizations.
Incumbent Ruth Pérez is running for another term on the Renton City Council, Position 6. She was first appointed to the council in 2014 and has been re-elected since. Pérez also served as council president in 2020. She worked in state government for Governor Gary Locke promoting trade and economic development. Pérez also helped expand Spanish-language education programs during her 10 years working for the Consulate of Mexico in Seattle.
Pérez's re-election campaign is prioritizing improved transportation, sustainability, public safety, and other key issues. She is a strong advocate for expanding light rail services into Renton and has contributed to improved transit services and connectivity throughout the city. In the past, she supported increasing the minimum wage in Renton to help keep pace with the region's rising cost of living. Additionally, she takes a broader approach to public safety, particularly in expanding investments in mental and behavioral health professionals as an alternative to traditional policing.
In April 2025, Pérez was one of the council members who seemed hesitant to pursue a proclamation or resolution specifically aimed at protecting members of the LGBTQ community in Renton. While we appreciate that Pérez wanted to take a more inclusive approach to the proclamation to ensure that no groups would be left out, we would have liked a firmer or concrete decision on the matter. Since the initial debate on the council, Renton has seen an increase in targeted attacks on the LGBTQ+ community.
Overall, Ruth Pérez has been a reliable voice on the council, advocating for solutions that serve the best interests of Renton residents. We recommend re-electing her for another term on the council.
Last updated: 2025-10-03
Incumbent Ruth Pérez is running for another term on the Renton City Council, Position 6. She was first appointed to the council in 2014 and has been re-elected since. Pérez also served as council president in 2020. She worked in state government for Governor Gary Locke promoting trade and economic development. Pérez also helped expand Spanish-language education programs during her 10 years working for the Consulate of Mexico in Seattle.
Pérez's re-election campaign is prioritizing improved transportation, sustainability, public safety, and other key issues. She is a strong advocate for expanding light rail services into Renton and has contributed to improved transit services and connectivity throughout the city. In the past, she supported increasing the minimum wage in Renton to help keep pace with the region's rising cost of living. Additionally, she takes a broader approach to public safety, particularly in expanding investments in mental and behavioral health professionals as an alternative to traditional policing.
In April 2025, Pérez was one of the council members who seemed hesitant to pursue a proclamation or resolution specifically aimed at protecting members of the LGBTQ community in Renton. While we appreciate that Pérez wanted to take a more inclusive approach to the proclamation to ensure that no groups would be left out, we would have liked a firmer or concrete decision on the matter. Since the initial debate on the council, Renton has seen an increase in targeted attacks on the LGBTQ+ community.
Overall, Ruth Pérez has been a reliable voice on the council, advocating for solutions that serve the best interests of Renton residents. We recommend re-electing her for another term on the council.
Incumbent Ruth Pérez is running for another term on the Renton City Council, Position 6. She was first appointed to the council in 2014 and has been re-elected since. Pérez also served as council president in 2020. She worked in state government for Governor Gary Locke promoting trade and economic development. Pérez also helped expand Spanish-language education programs during her 10 years working for the Consulate of Mexico in Seattle.
Pérez's re-election campaign is prioritizing improved transportation, sustainability, public safety, and other key issues. She is a strong advocate for expanding light rail services into Renton and has contributed to improved transit services and connectivity throughout the city. In the past, she supported increasing the minimum wage in Renton to help keep pace with the region's rising cost of living. Additionally, she takes a broader approach to public safety, particularly in expanding investments in mental and behavioral health professionals as an alternative to traditional policing.
In April 2025, Pérez was one of the council members who seemed hesitant to pursue a proclamation or resolution specifically aimed at protecting members of the LGBTQ community in Renton. While we appreciate that Pérez wanted to take a more inclusive approach to the proclamation to ensure that no groups would be left out, we would have liked a firmer or concrete decision on the matter. Since the initial debate on the council, Renton has seen an increase in targeted attacks on the LGBTQ+ community.
Overall, Ruth Pérez has been a reliable voice on the council, advocating for solutions that serve the best interests of Renton residents. We recommend re-electing her for another term on the council.
Karen Howe is running to retain her seat in Position 7 on the Sammamish City Council. She currently serves as the Mayor of Sammamish.
During her time on the council, Howe has been an advocate for improving affordable housing options available to residents of all income levels. She is supportive of the Town Center Plan, which includes 2,000 market-rate and affordable housing units, while balancing sustainable development. A home is the most basic human need, and increased options allow our teachers, healthcare workers, and service providers to continue living in the communities they serve.
Howe advocates for maintaining the things that keep Sammamish beautiful and connected: well-maintained parks, safe bike paths, and enhanced public transit options. She is a proponent of introducing a teen community center to help youth engagement in the town.
Karen Howe has earned your vote to serve another term on the Sammamish City Council in Position 7.
Last updated: 2025-10-13
Karen Howe is running to retain her seat in Position 7 on the Sammamish City Council. She currently serves as the Mayor of Sammamish.
During her time on the council, Howe has been an advocate for improving affordable housing options available to residents of all income levels. She is supportive of the Town Center Plan, which includes 2,000 market-rate and affordable housing units, while balancing sustainable development. A home is the most basic human need, and increased options allow our teachers, healthcare workers, and service providers to continue living in the communities they serve.
Howe advocates for maintaining the things that keep Sammamish beautiful and connected: well-maintained parks, safe bike paths, and enhanced public transit options. She is a proponent of introducing a teen community center to help youth engagement in the town.
Karen Howe has earned your vote to serve another term on the Sammamish City Council in Position 7.
Karen Howe is running to retain her seat in Position 7 on the Sammamish City Council. She currently serves as the Mayor of Sammamish.
During her time on the council, Howe has been an advocate for improving affordable housing options available to residents of all income levels. She is supportive of the Town Center Plan, which includes 2,000 market-rate and affordable housing units, while balancing sustainable development. A home is the most basic human need, and increased options allow our teachers, healthcare workers, and service providers to continue living in the communities they serve.
Howe advocates for maintaining the things that keep Sammamish beautiful and connected: well-maintained parks, safe bike paths, and enhanced public transit options. She is a proponent of introducing a teen community center to help youth engagement in the town.
Karen Howe has earned your vote to serve another term on the Sammamish City Council in Position 7.
Social worker Caitlin Konya is running for SeaTac City Council, Position 2. Konya has worked for the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services for the past four years. She was raised in South King County by two active union members who instilled in her the importance of workers’ rights. She is a first-time candidate but has volunteered with SeaTac’s Community Services Advisory Committee since 2023 and is a member of WFSE Local 872.
Konya is campaigning on an optimistic vision of affordability, access, and abundance in SeaTac. If elected, she aims to support the small business community, fund public infrastructure repairs and upgrades, and develop a sustainable development model that enables increasing density. Previously, Konya offered outspoken support for making the wealthy pay what they owe in taxes to support our youth and working families, as well as state workers who have borne the brunt of budget cuts.
We recommend electing Caitlyn Konya for SeaTac City Council, Position 2.
Last updated: 2025-10-02
Social worker Caitlin Konya is running for SeaTac City Council, Position 2. Konya has worked for the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services for the past four years. She was raised in South King County by two active union members who instilled in her the importance of workers’ rights. She is a first-time candidate but has volunteered with SeaTac’s Community Services Advisory Committee since 2023 and is a member of WFSE Local 872.
Konya is campaigning on an optimistic vision of affordability, access, and abundance in SeaTac. If elected, she aims to support the small business community, fund public infrastructure repairs and upgrades, and develop a sustainable development model that enables increasing density. Previously, Konya offered outspoken support for making the wealthy pay what they owe in taxes to support our youth and working families, as well as state workers who have borne the brunt of budget cuts.
We recommend electing Caitlyn Konya for SeaTac City Council, Position 2.
Social worker Caitlin Konya is running for SeaTac City Council, Position 2. Konya has worked for the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services for the past four years. She was raised in South King County by two active union members who instilled in her the importance of workers’ rights. She is a first-time candidate but has volunteered with SeaTac’s Community Services Advisory Committee since 2023 and is a member of WFSE Local 872.
Konya is campaigning on an optimistic vision of affordability, access, and abundance in SeaTac. If elected, she aims to support the small business community, fund public infrastructure repairs and upgrades, and develop a sustainable development model that enables increasing density. Previously, Konya offered outspoken support for making the wealthy pay what they owe in taxes to support our youth and working families, as well as state workers who have borne the brunt of budget cuts.
We recommend electing Caitlyn Konya for SeaTac City Council, Position 2.
Mayor Mohamed Egal is running for re-election to Position 4 on the SeaTac City Council. Egal is a Somali immigrant who was first elected to the city council in 2021 with a slate of other progressive candidates. He is a job developer at Hopelink, an organization that connects immigrants, individuals facing poverty, people with disabilities, and other vulnerable community members with the resources they need. Egal has spent over a decade in social and human services, including as a King County Municipal Court interpreter.
Egal has been a thoughtful community leader on the council. He has focused on the issues of affordable housing, health care access, community safety, and workforce development as key concerns facing SeaTac. He helped lead the creation of the SeaTac Small Business Capital Access Program, which provides local small businesses with a range of support services. He has also worked to reduce the environmental impact of the airport on the SeaTac community. Egal has yet to release a campaign platform as of mid-September, but his track record shows that he would continue to lead with community values if re-elected.
We recommend re-electing Mohamed Egal to another term on the SeaTac City Council in Position 4, due to his commitment to progressive leadership for the community.
Last updated: 2025-10-13
Mayor Mohamed Egal is running for re-election to Position 4 on the SeaTac City Council. Egal is a Somali immigrant who was first elected to the city council in 2021 with a slate of other progressive candidates. He is a job developer at Hopelink, an organization that connects immigrants, individuals facing poverty, people with disabilities, and other vulnerable community members with the resources they need. Egal has spent over a decade in social and human services, including as a King County Municipal Court interpreter.
Egal has been a thoughtful community leader on the council. He has focused on the issues of affordable housing, health care access, community safety, and workforce development as key concerns facing SeaTac. He helped lead the creation of the SeaTac Small Business Capital Access Program, which provides local small businesses with a range of support services. He has also worked to reduce the environmental impact of the airport on the SeaTac community. Egal has yet to release a campaign platform as of mid-September, but his track record shows that he would continue to lead with community values if re-elected.
We recommend re-electing Mohamed Egal to another term on the SeaTac City Council in Position 4, due to his commitment to progressive leadership for the community.
Mayor Mohamed Egal is running for re-election to Position 4 on the SeaTac City Council. Egal is a Somali immigrant who was first elected to the city council in 2021 with a slate of other progressive candidates. He is a job developer at Hopelink, an organization that connects immigrants, individuals facing poverty, people with disabilities, and other vulnerable community members with the resources they need. Egal has spent over a decade in social and human services, including as a King County Municipal Court interpreter.
Egal has been a thoughtful community leader on the council. He has focused on the issues of affordable housing, health care access, community safety, and workforce development as key concerns facing SeaTac. He helped lead the creation of the SeaTac Small Business Capital Access Program, which provides local small businesses with a range of support services. He has also worked to reduce the environmental impact of the airport on the SeaTac community. Egal has yet to release a campaign platform as of mid-September, but his track record shows that he would continue to lead with community values if re-elected.
We recommend re-electing Mohamed Egal to another term on the SeaTac City Council in Position 4, due to his commitment to progressive leadership for the community.
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.
Last updated: 2025-10-09
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.
Last updated: 2025-10-13
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.
Last updated: 2025-09-30
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.
Last updated: 2025-09-30
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.
Latasha Palmer is running for the Position 6 seat on the Tacoma City Council to create stability and security for all. She serves as a founding board member for the Aya Community Land Trust, which aims to prevent displacement and build wealth for the Black community in Pierce County, and as a board member for the Hilltop Action Coalition.
Matching her community experience, Palmer is running to address the critical issue of housing, as well as safety, climate resilience, and more. Some of her priorities include facilitating ADU development by streamlining the process, advocating for social housing, and expanding community land trusts. Her emphasis and experience in reducing displacement for Tacoma residents make her unique in the races for the city council this year.
In addition, Palmer wants to see cooperative childcare organized by parents receive regulatory support, offering training, licensing, and research that can help address the overall unaffordability of childcare in the region. As a council member, Palmer would also advocate for attracting more environmentally friendly businesses to the city and connecting neighborhoods and cultural areas with accessible transportation.
During our interview, we were impressed with Palmer's demonstrated track record of civic activism and clear vision for what she hopes to accomplish in office. We lean toward Latasha Palmer for Tacoma City Council, Position 6.
Last updated: 2025-10-13
Latasha Palmer is running for the Position 6 seat on the Tacoma City Council to create stability and security for all. She serves as a founding board member for the Aya Community Land Trust, which aims to prevent displacement and build wealth for the Black community in Pierce County, and as a board member for the Hilltop Action Coalition.
Matching her community experience, Palmer is running to address the critical issue of housing, as well as safety, climate resilience, and more. Some of her priorities include facilitating ADU development by streamlining the process, advocating for social housing, and expanding community land trusts. Her emphasis and experience in reducing displacement for Tacoma residents make her unique in the races for the city council this year.
In addition, Palmer wants to see cooperative childcare organized by parents receive regulatory support, offering training, licensing, and research that can help address the overall unaffordability of childcare in the region. As a council member, Palmer would also advocate for attracting more environmentally friendly businesses to the city and connecting neighborhoods and cultural areas with accessible transportation.
During our interview, we were impressed with Palmer's demonstrated track record of civic activism and clear vision for what she hopes to accomplish in office. We lean toward Latasha Palmer for Tacoma City Council, Position 6.
Latasha Palmer is running for the Position 6 seat on the Tacoma City Council to create stability and security for all. She serves as a founding board member for the Aya Community Land Trust, which aims to prevent displacement and build wealth for the Black community in Pierce County, and as a board member for the Hilltop Action Coalition.
Matching her community experience, Palmer is running to address the critical issue of housing, as well as safety, climate resilience, and more. Some of her priorities include facilitating ADU development by streamlining the process, advocating for social housing, and expanding community land trusts. Her emphasis and experience in reducing displacement for Tacoma residents make her unique in the races for the city council this year.
In addition, Palmer wants to see cooperative childcare organized by parents receive regulatory support, offering training, licensing, and research that can help address the overall unaffordability of childcare in the region. As a council member, Palmer would also advocate for attracting more environmentally friendly businesses to the city and connecting neighborhoods and cultural areas with accessible transportation.
During our interview, we were impressed with Palmer's demonstrated track record of civic activism and clear vision for what she hopes to accomplish in office. We lean toward Latasha Palmer for Tacoma City Council, Position 6.
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.
Last updated: 2025-09-30
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.
Last updated: 2025-09-30
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.
Kate Kruller is running for re-election for Tukwila City Council, Position 5. Kruller has served on the council for three terms and has held numerous community service positions.
Kruller's priorities include affordable housing, reliable public safety, improved transportation, and fiscal responsibility. During her tenure, Kruller supported tiny home villages and their hosts, acknowledging their impact on providing a path to permanent housing. She is also prioritizing equity and inclusion by awarding contracts to LGBTQ+ and minority-owned businesses and implementing anti-discrimination laws at the city level. On public safety, she is focused on harm reduction and accountability through body cameras, de-escalation training, and adding behavioral health professionals to aid in non-emergency calls.
While there are two progressive candidates in this race, we lean towards re-electing Kate Kruller due to her extensive experience on the council and endorsements from our progressive partners.
Last updated: 2025-10-10
Kate Kruller is running for re-election for Tukwila City Council, Position 5. Kruller has served on the council for three terms and has held numerous community service positions.
Kruller's priorities include affordable housing, reliable public safety, improved transportation, and fiscal responsibility. During her tenure, Kruller supported tiny home villages and their hosts, acknowledging their impact on providing a path to permanent housing. She is also prioritizing equity and inclusion by awarding contracts to LGBTQ+ and minority-owned businesses and implementing anti-discrimination laws at the city level. On public safety, she is focused on harm reduction and accountability through body cameras, de-escalation training, and adding behavioral health professionals to aid in non-emergency calls.
While there are two progressive candidates in this race, we lean towards re-electing Kate Kruller due to her extensive experience on the council and endorsements from our progressive partners.
Kate Kruller is running for re-election for Tukwila City Council, Position 5. Kruller has served on the council for three terms and has held numerous community service positions.
Kruller's priorities include affordable housing, reliable public safety, improved transportation, and fiscal responsibility. During her tenure, Kruller supported tiny home villages and their hosts, acknowledging their impact on providing a path to permanent housing. She is also prioritizing equity and inclusion by awarding contracts to LGBTQ+ and minority-owned businesses and implementing anti-discrimination laws at the city level. On public safety, she is focused on harm reduction and accountability through body cameras, de-escalation training, and adding behavioral health professionals to aid in non-emergency calls.
While there are two progressive candidates in this race, we lean towards re-electing Kate Kruller due to her extensive experience on the council and endorsements from our progressive partners.
Kim Harless is running for re-election to Vancouver City Council, Position 1. Professionally, Harless works in community development at the non-profit NAYA Family Center, which sustains traditions and provides mutual support for Native Americans in the Portland metro area.
Harless has spent the last four years helping to provide solutions for homeownership, supporting policies and funding to move people out of homelessness, and elevating the voices of community members who are often left out of decision-making processes. Harless is running again to ensure Vancouver’s climate policy is implemented effectively and with urgency, and includes Indigenous knowledge and wisdom. She wants every policy to be fair, every process transparent, and every neighborhood to be heard. She seeks to provide more homeownership opportunities, strengthen tenant protections, and move from crisis to solutions.
Kim Harless has earned your vote for re-election to the Vancouver City Council, Position 1.
Last updated: 2025-09-30
Kim Harless is running for re-election to Vancouver City Council, Position 1. Professionally, Harless works in community development at the non-profit NAYA Family Center, which sustains traditions and provides mutual support for Native Americans in the Portland metro area.
Harless has spent the last four years helping to provide solutions for homeownership, supporting policies and funding to move people out of homelessness, and elevating the voices of community members who are often left out of decision-making processes. Harless is running again to ensure Vancouver’s climate policy is implemented effectively and with urgency, and includes Indigenous knowledge and wisdom. She wants every policy to be fair, every process transparent, and every neighborhood to be heard. She seeks to provide more homeownership opportunities, strengthen tenant protections, and move from crisis to solutions.
Kim Harless has earned your vote for re-election to the Vancouver City Council, Position 1.
Kim Harless is running for re-election to Vancouver City Council, Position 1. Professionally, Harless works in community development at the non-profit NAYA Family Center, which sustains traditions and provides mutual support for Native Americans in the Portland metro area.
Harless has spent the last four years helping to provide solutions for homeownership, supporting policies and funding to move people out of homelessness, and elevating the voices of community members who are often left out of decision-making processes. Harless is running again to ensure Vancouver’s climate policy is implemented effectively and with urgency, and includes Indigenous knowledge and wisdom. She wants every policy to be fair, every process transparent, and every neighborhood to be heard. She seeks to provide more homeownership opportunities, strengthen tenant protections, and move from crisis to solutions.
Kim Harless has earned your vote for re-election to the Vancouver City Council, Position 1.
Michelle Evans is running for re-election for Woodinville City Council, Position 1. Evans is the owner of a strategic marketing consultancy and has been on the Woodinville City Council since 2021. Additionally, she is a member of the Eastrail Regional Advisory Council, advocating for parks, recreation, and transportation along the trail.
Evans' re-election campaign focuses on continuing to implement progressive solutions in Woodinville. She is an advocate for improved transit, inclusivity, and public safety beyond policing and law enforcement. During her first term, Evans prioritized transparency and community engagement, hosting listening sessions and regularly meeting with constituents to better understand their needs. She strongly supports affordable housing initiatives and investing in parks and green spaces.
Michelle Evans' progressive track record has earned her an impressive slate of endorsements. She is the clear choice for Woodinville City Council, Position 1.
Last updated: 2025-10-13
Michelle Evans is running for re-election for Woodinville City Council, Position 1. Evans is the owner of a strategic marketing consultancy and has been on the Woodinville City Council since 2021. Additionally, she is a member of the Eastrail Regional Advisory Council, advocating for parks, recreation, and transportation along the trail.
Evans' re-election campaign focuses on continuing to implement progressive solutions in Woodinville. She is an advocate for improved transit, inclusivity, and public safety beyond policing and law enforcement. During her first term, Evans prioritized transparency and community engagement, hosting listening sessions and regularly meeting with constituents to better understand their needs. She strongly supports affordable housing initiatives and investing in parks and green spaces.
Michelle Evans' progressive track record has earned her an impressive slate of endorsements. She is the clear choice for Woodinville City Council, Position 1.
Michelle Evans is running for re-election for Woodinville City Council, Position 1. Evans is the owner of a strategic marketing consultancy and has been on the Woodinville City Council since 2021. Additionally, she is a member of the Eastrail Regional Advisory Council, advocating for parks, recreation, and transportation along the trail.
Evans' re-election campaign focuses on continuing to implement progressive solutions in Woodinville. She is an advocate for improved transit, inclusivity, and public safety beyond policing and law enforcement. During her first term, Evans prioritized transparency and community engagement, hosting listening sessions and regularly meeting with constituents to better understand their needs. She strongly supports affordable housing initiatives and investing in parks and green spaces.
Michelle Evans' progressive track record has earned her an impressive slate of endorsements. She is the clear choice for Woodinville City Council, Position 1.
James Randolph is running for re-election for Woodinville City Council, Position 7. Randolph is an active community member and previously served on the King County Site Advisory Group to oppose a new waste transfer station in Woodinville.
Randolph's re-election campaign is focused on transit and the environment. He wants to expand the bus service to connect residents to the Light Rail station, hoping it will also reduce traffic and improve affordable housing efforts.
James Randolph has been a progressive voice on the Woodinville City Council and earned your vote for Position 7.
Last updated: 2025-09-30
James Randolph is running for re-election for Woodinville City Council, Position 7. Randolph is an active community member and previously served on the King County Site Advisory Group to oppose a new waste transfer station in Woodinville.
Randolph's re-election campaign is focused on transit and the environment. He wants to expand the bus service to connect residents to the Light Rail station, hoping it will also reduce traffic and improve affordable housing efforts.
James Randolph has been a progressive voice on the Woodinville City Council and earned your vote for Position 7.
James Randolph is running for re-election for Woodinville City Council, Position 7. Randolph is an active community member and previously served on the King County Site Advisory Group to oppose a new waste transfer station in Woodinville.
Randolph's re-election campaign is focused on transit and the environment. He wants to expand the bus service to connect residents to the Light Rail station, hoping it will also reduce traffic and improve affordable housing efforts.
James Randolph has been a progressive voice on the Woodinville City Council and earned your vote for Position 7.
Carson Sanderson is the board president of the HiCap Parents Council, representing North Creek High School, and is involved in her local church’s women’s fellowship. Her campaign is prioritizing a balanced budget, planning for future growth in the district, community partnerships, and legislative accountability.
While we would like to see her platform developed further to include specific proposals, Sanderson earned endorsements from the Northshore Education Association, SDCC, and the 1st District Democrats. Due to her endorsements, we recommend Carson Sanderson for Northshore School Board Director, District 1.
Last updated: 2025-09-30
Carson Sanderson is the board president of the HiCap Parents Council, representing North Creek High School, and is involved in her local church’s women’s fellowship. Her campaign is prioritizing a balanced budget, planning for future growth in the district, community partnerships, and legislative accountability.
While we would like to see her platform developed further to include specific proposals, Sanderson earned endorsements from the Northshore Education Association, SDCC, and the 1st District Democrats. Due to her endorsements, we recommend Carson Sanderson for Northshore School Board Director, District 1.
Carson Sanderson is the board president of the HiCap Parents Council, representing North Creek High School, and is involved in her local church’s women’s fellowship. Her campaign is prioritizing a balanced budget, planning for future growth in the district, community partnerships, and legislative accountability.
While we would like to see her platform developed further to include specific proposals, Sanderson earned endorsements from the Northshore Education Association, SDCC, and the 1st District Democrats. Due to her endorsements, we recommend Carson Sanderson for Northshore School Board Director, District 1.
Inclusive educator Kimberlee Kelly is running for the District 5 seat. Kelly is a site director and lead teacher for a Woodinville preschool. She is also a self-employed consultant working in learning and organizational development consulting. She is neurodivergent herself and is dedicated in her teaching, consulting, and advocacy roles to bringing diversity, equity, and inclusion to our schools, including as a member of the Leadership for Educational Equity organization.
While Kelly does not have a detailed campaign website available, she said in her campaign announcement that she will champion policies that support smaller class sizes, robust mental health support, and an inclusive and welcoming learning environment for all students. She is an advocate for special education, arts, and both college and career readiness programs.
In the race for Northshore School Board Director, District 5, we recommend Kelly because of her extensive experience as an educator.
Last updated: 2025-09-30
Inclusive educator Kimberlee Kelly is running for the District 5 seat. Kelly is a site director and lead teacher for a Woodinville preschool. She is also a self-employed consultant working in learning and organizational development consulting. She is neurodivergent herself and is dedicated in her teaching, consulting, and advocacy roles to bringing diversity, equity, and inclusion to our schools, including as a member of the Leadership for Educational Equity organization.
While Kelly does not have a detailed campaign website available, she said in her campaign announcement that she will champion policies that support smaller class sizes, robust mental health support, and an inclusive and welcoming learning environment for all students. She is an advocate for special education, arts, and both college and career readiness programs.
In the race for Northshore School Board Director, District 5, we recommend Kelly because of her extensive experience as an educator.
Last updated: 2025-09-30
Endorsed By: Planned Parenthood Alliance Advocates, 45th Legislative District Democrats, Alliance for Gun Responsibility, Washington Education Association, King County Democrats
Inclusive educator Kimberlee Kelly is running for the District 5 seat. Kelly is a site director and lead teacher for a Woodinville preschool. She is also a self-employed consultant working in learning and organizational development consulting. She is neurodivergent herself and is dedicated in her teaching, consulting, and advocacy roles to bringing diversity, equity, and inclusion to our schools, including as a member of the Leadership for Educational Equity organization.
While Kelly does not have a detailed campaign website available, she said in her campaign announcement that she will champion policies that support smaller class sizes, robust mental health support, and an inclusive and welcoming learning environment for all students. She is an advocate for special education, arts, and both college and career readiness programs.
In the race for Northshore School Board Director, District 5, we recommend Kelly because of her extensive experience as an educator.
Last updated: 2025-09-30
Endorsed By: Planned Parenthood Alliance Advocates
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45th Legislative District Democrats, Alliance for Gun Responsibility, Washington Education Association, King County Democrats
Gilbert Lamont is running for Olympia School Board, Director District 5. Lamont is a data analyst who has worked for Oracle and is a veteran of the U.S. Army. Lamont's wife, Stefanie, is a special education program director with the Capitol Region school district. Their two children recently entered Olympia's public schools.
Lamont is running a compassionate campaign that celebrates diversity and inclusion in the district. He aims to ensure that board decision-making remains student-centered and yields measurable results. He believes in culturally responsive teaching and schools that foster equity and inclusion. His campaign also prioritizes investing in local educators, empowering them with the respect and resources they need to thrive.
Gilbert Lamont is the progressive voice that the Olympia School District needs from District 5.
Last updated: 2025-10-13
Gilbert Lamont is running for Olympia School Board, Director District 5. Lamont is a data analyst who has worked for Oracle and is a veteran of the U.S. Army. Lamont's wife, Stefanie, is a special education program director with the Capitol Region school district. Their two children recently entered Olympia's public schools.
Lamont is running a compassionate campaign that celebrates diversity and inclusion in the district. He aims to ensure that board decision-making remains student-centered and yields measurable results. He believes in culturally responsive teaching and schools that foster equity and inclusion. His campaign also prioritizes investing in local educators, empowering them with the respect and resources they need to thrive.
Gilbert Lamont is the progressive voice that the Olympia School District needs from District 5.
Gilbert Lamont is running for Olympia School Board, Director District 5. Lamont is a data analyst who has worked for Oracle and is a veteran of the U.S. Army. Lamont's wife, Stefanie, is a special education program director with the Capitol Region school district. Their two children recently entered Olympia's public schools.
Lamont is running a compassionate campaign that celebrates diversity and inclusion in the district. He aims to ensure that board decision-making remains student-centered and yields measurable results. He believes in culturally responsive teaching and schools that foster equity and inclusion. His campaign also prioritizes investing in local educators, empowering them with the respect and resources they need to thrive.
Gilbert Lamont is the progressive voice that the Olympia School District needs from District 5.
Melissa Bedford is running for Puyallup School Board, Position 1. She previously served on the Spokane Public Schools Board before resigning in 2024. She holds both a Master's and a Doctorate degree in Education and works as a public school teacher.
Bedford was a progressive leader on the Spokane Public Schools Board and continues to lead with her values. Her campaign is prioritizing fully funding education, planning for the future, and transparency and collaboration. Bedford has experience advocating against school funding cuts, lobbying in Olympia and meeting with legislators. She hopes to further invest in high-quality facilities to ensure safe and effective learning environments.
Melissa Bedford is the leading progressive candidate in this race and certainly earned your vote for Puyallup School Board Director in Position 1.
Last updated: 2025-09-30
Melissa Bedford is running for Puyallup School Board, Position 1. She previously served on the Spokane Public Schools Board before resigning in 2024. She holds both a Master's and a Doctorate degree in Education and works as a public school teacher.
Bedford was a progressive leader on the Spokane Public Schools Board and continues to lead with her values. Her campaign is prioritizing fully funding education, planning for the future, and transparency and collaboration. Bedford has experience advocating against school funding cuts, lobbying in Olympia and meeting with legislators. She hopes to further invest in high-quality facilities to ensure safe and effective learning environments.
Melissa Bedford is the leading progressive candidate in this race and certainly earned your vote for Puyallup School Board Director in Position 1.
Melissa Bedford is running for Puyallup School Board, Position 1. She previously served on the Spokane Public Schools Board before resigning in 2024. She holds both a Master's and a Doctorate degree in Education and works as a public school teacher.
Bedford was a progressive leader on the Spokane Public Schools Board and continues to lead with her values. Her campaign is prioritizing fully funding education, planning for the future, and transparency and collaboration. Bedford has experience advocating against school funding cuts, lobbying in Olympia and meeting with legislators. She hopes to further invest in high-quality facilities to ensure safe and effective learning environments.
Melissa Bedford is the leading progressive candidate in this race and certainly earned your vote for Puyallup School Board Director in Position 1.
Community organizer Joe Mizrahi is running to be retained on the Seattle School Board in Director Position 4. He was appointed to the role last year to fill the seat vacated by Vivian Song. Mizrahi is the Secretary-Treasurer and Co-Executive Director of UFCW 3000, a union that represents grocery, retail, cannabis, meat-packing, and other industries in the state. He is also a parent to three students at Seattle Public Schools and comes from a family of teachers with a refugee background.
On the school board, Mizrahi represents schools, students, families, and faculty in Fremont, Queen Anne, South Lake Union, and parts of downtown. He wants to address systemic equity concerns while protecting resources amid the SPS budget crisis, so that our schools can remain a place where all students have the opportunity to build bright futures, regardless of their background or neighborhood. With his union background, Mizrahi brings a unique view of advocacy, financial stability, and opportunity to school board leadership.
In his re-election campaign, Mizrahi is prioritizing equity, community engagement, and accountable leadership. He is an advocate for historically underserved students and protecting programs like dual language instruction. He intends to incorporate community priorities and long-term funding avenues in the district's strategic plan.
Joe Mizrahi is a caring and thoughtful leader who has earned your vote to be retained on the Seattle School Board in Director Position 4.
Last updated: 2025-09-30
Community organizer Joe Mizrahi is running to be retained on the Seattle School Board in Director Position 4. He was appointed to the role last year to fill the seat vacated by Vivian Song. Mizrahi is the Secretary-Treasurer and Co-Executive Director of UFCW 3000, a union that represents grocery, retail, cannabis, meat-packing, and other industries in the state. He is also a parent to three students at Seattle Public Schools and comes from a family of teachers with a refugee background.
On the school board, Mizrahi represents schools, students, families, and faculty in Fremont, Queen Anne, South Lake Union, and parts of downtown. He wants to address systemic equity concerns while protecting resources amid the SPS budget crisis, so that our schools can remain a place where all students have the opportunity to build bright futures, regardless of their background or neighborhood. With his union background, Mizrahi brings a unique view of advocacy, financial stability, and opportunity to school board leadership.
In his re-election campaign, Mizrahi is prioritizing equity, community engagement, and accountable leadership. He is an advocate for historically underserved students and protecting programs like dual language instruction. He intends to incorporate community priorities and long-term funding avenues in the district's strategic plan.
Joe Mizrahi is a caring and thoughtful leader who has earned your vote to be retained on the Seattle School Board in Director Position 4.
Community organizer Joe Mizrahi is running to be retained on the Seattle School Board in Director Position 4. He was appointed to the role last year to fill the seat vacated by Vivian Song. Mizrahi is the Secretary-Treasurer and Co-Executive Director of UFCW 3000, a union that represents grocery, retail, cannabis, meat-packing, and other industries in the state. He is also a parent to three students at Seattle Public Schools and comes from a family of teachers with a refugee background.
On the school board, Mizrahi represents schools, students, families, and faculty in Fremont, Queen Anne, South Lake Union, and parts of downtown. He wants to address systemic equity concerns while protecting resources amid the SPS budget crisis, so that our schools can remain a place where all students have the opportunity to build bright futures, regardless of their background or neighborhood. With his union background, Mizrahi brings a unique view of advocacy, financial stability, and opportunity to school board leadership.
In his re-election campaign, Mizrahi is prioritizing equity, community engagement, and accountable leadership. He is an advocate for historically underserved students and protecting programs like dual language instruction. He intends to incorporate community priorities and long-term funding avenues in the district's strategic plan.
Joe Mizrahi is a caring and thoughtful leader who has earned your vote to be retained on the Seattle School Board in Director Position 4.
Incumbent Director Lisa Keating is seeking another term in District 1 on the Tacoma School Board. She first joined the board in 2019, when she defeated a more conservative long-time incumbent. She founded her own LGBTQ+ youth advocacy organization, My Purple Umbrella, and was recently named executive director of the Washington State LGBTQ Commission. Her advocacy work has focused on helping LGBTQ students feel safe in schools and other community institutions, and she holds a formal credential as a DEI facilitator.
Her campaign focuses on continued protections against discriminatory policies, ensuring students' safety in schools. She is seeking a proactive approach to combatting the looming threat of losing the Department of Education and shielding students from harmful policies. Lisa Keating is the clear choice in this race and deserves your vote for the Tacoma School Board, District 1 seat.
Last updated: 2025-09-30
Incumbent Director Lisa Keating is seeking another term in District 1 on the Tacoma School Board. She first joined the board in 2019, when she defeated a more conservative long-time incumbent. She founded her own LGBTQ+ youth advocacy organization, My Purple Umbrella, and was recently named executive director of the Washington State LGBTQ Commission. Her advocacy work has focused on helping LGBTQ students feel safe in schools and other community institutions, and she holds a formal credential as a DEI facilitator.
Her campaign focuses on continued protections against discriminatory policies, ensuring students' safety in schools. She is seeking a proactive approach to combatting the looming threat of losing the Department of Education and shielding students from harmful policies. Lisa Keating is the clear choice in this race and deserves your vote for the Tacoma School Board, District 1 seat.
Incumbent Director Lisa Keating is seeking another term in District 1 on the Tacoma School Board. She first joined the board in 2019, when she defeated a more conservative long-time incumbent. She founded her own LGBTQ+ youth advocacy organization, My Purple Umbrella, and was recently named executive director of the Washington State LGBTQ Commission. Her advocacy work has focused on helping LGBTQ students feel safe in schools and other community institutions, and she holds a formal credential as a DEI facilitator.
Her campaign focuses on continued protections against discriminatory policies, ensuring students' safety in schools. She is seeking a proactive approach to combatting the looming threat of losing the Department of Education and shielding students from harmful policies. Lisa Keating is the clear choice in this race and deserves your vote for the Tacoma School Board, District 1 seat.
Julie Watts is running for Tumwater School Board Director, District 1. Watts is a district parent who felt inspired to run after the current school board introduced an anti-trans student resolution. She felt the resolution made kids less safe in schools and blatantly ignored the state's anti-discriminations laws. Watts is running on a platform to uphold fairness laws and ensure every student feels safe and welcomed as part of the school community.
On May 27th, Watts was among the parents who spoke against the school board's decision to select a handful of speakers at each board meeting, expressing their concern over potential violations of the Public Meetings Act. On the decision, Watts said, "Overall, I think there is not a lot of trust about how the board will implement the policy given the motivation appears to be to stop hearing from youth, parents, teachers, and community members about their decision on the anti-trans student resolution."
Julie Watts will be an inclusive representative who supports the right of all students to feel safe and included. Watts is the clear choice for Tumwater School Board Director in District 1.
Last updated: 2025-09-30
Julie Watts is running for Tumwater School Board Director, District 1. Watts is a district parent who felt inspired to run after the current school board introduced an anti-trans student resolution. She felt the resolution made kids less safe in schools and blatantly ignored the state's anti-discriminations laws. Watts is running on a platform to uphold fairness laws and ensure every student feels safe and welcomed as part of the school community.
On May 27th, Watts was among the parents who spoke against the school board's decision to select a handful of speakers at each board meeting, expressing their concern over potential violations of the Public Meetings Act. On the decision, Watts said, "Overall, I think there is not a lot of trust about how the board will implement the policy given the motivation appears to be to stop hearing from youth, parents, teachers, and community members about their decision on the anti-trans student resolution."
Julie Watts will be an inclusive representative who supports the right of all students to feel safe and included. Watts is the clear choice for Tumwater School Board Director in District 1.
Julie Watts is running for Tumwater School Board Director, District 1. Watts is a district parent who felt inspired to run after the current school board introduced an anti-trans student resolution. She felt the resolution made kids less safe in schools and blatantly ignored the state's anti-discriminations laws. Watts is running on a platform to uphold fairness laws and ensure every student feels safe and welcomed as part of the school community.
On May 27th, Watts was among the parents who spoke against the school board's decision to select a handful of speakers at each board meeting, expressing their concern over potential violations of the Public Meetings Act. On the decision, Watts said, "Overall, I think there is not a lot of trust about how the board will implement the policy given the motivation appears to be to stop hearing from youth, parents, teachers, and community members about their decision on the anti-trans student resolution."
Julie Watts will be an inclusive representative who supports the right of all students to feel safe and included. Watts is the clear choice for Tumwater School Board Director in District 1.
Mike McGowan is a former youth librarian running for Tumwater School Board Director, District 5. McGowan served on the Yelm City Council from 2006 to 2015 and spent time on the Budget Committee.
McGowan expressed frustration with the board's efforts to ban trans athletes from competing in school sports. While the resolution failed, current candidates continue their tirade against transgender students. Our students deserve a safe learning environment, regardless of their race, gender, or religion, where they are free to be their authentic selves.
McGowan was partly inspired to run due to the current board's lack of transparency, particularly with the budget. He opposed the current board's decision to relocate a meeting, making it largely inaccessible for attendees relying on public transit. He hopes to bring his experience with city budgeting to drive transparency and balance, seeking more public input and engagement in the board's decisions.
While we would like to see more specific policy in his platform, we appreciate McGowan's focus on transparency and protecting vulnerable students. We recommend voting for Mike McGowan for Tumwater School Board Director, District 5.
Last updated: 2025-10-01
Mike McGowan is a former youth librarian running for Tumwater School Board Director, District 5. McGowan served on the Yelm City Council from 2006 to 2015 and spent time on the Budget Committee.
McGowan expressed frustration with the board's efforts to ban trans athletes from competing in school sports. While the resolution failed, current candidates continue their tirade against transgender students. Our students deserve a safe learning environment, regardless of their race, gender, or religion, where they are free to be their authentic selves.
McGowan was partly inspired to run due to the current board's lack of transparency, particularly with the budget. He opposed the current board's decision to relocate a meeting, making it largely inaccessible for attendees relying on public transit. He hopes to bring his experience with city budgeting to drive transparency and balance, seeking more public input and engagement in the board's decisions.
While we would like to see more specific policy in his platform, we appreciate McGowan's focus on transparency and protecting vulnerable students. We recommend voting for Mike McGowan for Tumwater School Board Director, District 5.
Mike McGowan is a former youth librarian running for Tumwater School Board Director, District 5. McGowan served on the Yelm City Council from 2006 to 2015 and spent time on the Budget Committee.
McGowan expressed frustration with the board's efforts to ban trans athletes from competing in school sports. While the resolution failed, current candidates continue their tirade against transgender students. Our students deserve a safe learning environment, regardless of their race, gender, or religion, where they are free to be their authentic selves.
McGowan was partly inspired to run due to the current board's lack of transparency, particularly with the budget. He opposed the current board's decision to relocate a meeting, making it largely inaccessible for attendees relying on public transit. He hopes to bring his experience with city budgeting to drive transparency and balance, seeking more public input and engagement in the board's decisions.
While we would like to see more specific policy in his platform, we appreciate McGowan's focus on transparency and protecting vulnerable students. We recommend voting for Mike McGowan for Tumwater School Board Director, District 5.
