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  • Since Patty Murray was first elected in 1992, the "Mom in Tennis Shoes" has been an incredible champion for women, working people, veterans, and an economy that works for everyone. The fourth-ranking Democrat in the Senate, she has earned the respect of Democrats and Republicans alike by forging agreements on the budget, education, women's health, and other critical issues, all while continuing to fight for working people across our state.

    Her opponent is former Washington State Republican Party Chair Chris Vance. Vance, a partisan operative who championed George W. Bush for president, has led a lackluster campaign and does not bring new ideas to the table. Murray's leadership, experience, and progressive values make her the clear choice in this race.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Patty Murray

    Since Patty Murray was first elected in 1992, the "Mom in Tennis Shoes" has been an incredible champion for women, working people, veterans, and an economy that works for everyone.

    Since Patty Murray was first elected in 1992, the "Mom in Tennis Shoes" has been an incredible champion for women, working people, veterans, and an economy that works for everyone. The fourth-ranking Democrat in the Senate, she has earned the respect of Democrats and Republicans alike by forging agreements on the budget, education, women's health, and other critical issues, all while continuing to fight for working people across our state.

    Her opponent is former Washington State Republican Party Chair Chris Vance. Vance, a partisan operative who championed George W. Bush for president, has led a lackluster campaign and does not bring new ideas to the table. Murray's leadership, experience, and progressive values make her the clear choice in this race.

    Patty Murray

    Since Patty Murray was first elected in 1992, the "Mom in Tennis Shoes" has been an incredible champion for women, working people, veterans, and an economy that works for everyone.

  • Rep. Denny Heck has had a long career in both the private and public sectors, most notably as a state representative, state House majority leader, chief of staff to former Gov. Booth Gardner, and TVW co-founder. As a member of Congress, he has fought to make college more affordable and worked to lower health care costs, ensure veterans get the benefits they deserve, and create middle class jobs.

    Heck is being challenged by conservative Democrat Jennifer Ferguson, who ran and lost against Heck in 2012, Independent Richard Boyce, and perennial Republican challenger Jim Postma. Heck’s track record, experience, and values make him the best choice in this race.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Denny Heck

    Rep. Denny Heck has had a long career in both the private and public sectors, most notably as a state representative, state House majority leader, chief of staff to former Gov. Booth Gardner, and TVW co-founder.

    Rep. Denny Heck has had a long career in both the private and public sectors, most notably as a state representative, state House majority leader, chief of staff to former Gov. Booth Gardner, and TVW co-founder. As a member of Congress, he has fought to make college more affordable and worked to lower health care costs, ensure veterans get the benefits they deserve, and create middle class jobs.

    Heck is being challenged by conservative Democrat Jennifer Ferguson, who ran and lost against Heck in 2012, Independent Richard Boyce, and perennial Republican challenger Jim Postma. Heck’s track record, experience, and values make him the best choice in this race.

    Denny Heck

    Rep. Denny Heck has had a long career in both the private and public sectors, most notably as a state representative, state House majority leader, chief of staff to former Gov. Booth Gardner, and TVW co-founder.

  • Governor Jay Inslee has been a strong, principled leader on the important challenges facing Washington, including tackling transportation problems, increasing the minimum wage, and fighting global warming. He has also worked to fund schools by closing unjust tax loopholes and fought to close the gender pay gap. Before he was elected Governor in 2012, Inslee represented both sides of the Cascades in Congress, opposed the Iraq war, and worked to increase accountability and oversight for Wall Street banks.

    In contrast, Republican Bill Bryant opposes the Washington Voting Rights Act, is opposed to many public transportation projects, and is an obstacle to closing unjust tax loopholes. Also in this race are Democrats James Deal, Johnathon Dodds, and Patrick O'Rourke; Republicans Goodspaceguy and Bill Hirt; Mary Martin of the Socialist Workers Party; Independent Steve Rubenstein; David Blomstrom of the Fifth Republic Party; and Christian Pierre Joubert of the Holistic Party, none of whom are running competitive campaigns. While Inslee has his work cut out for him in his second term, we believe his strong moral compass and vision for improving our state make him the best choice in this race.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Jay Inslee

    Governor Jay Inslee has been a strong, principled leader on the important challenges facing Washington, including tackling transportation problems, increasing the minimum wage, and fighting global warming.

    Governor Jay Inslee has been a strong, principled leader on the important challenges facing Washington, including tackling transportation problems, increasing the minimum wage, and fighting global warming. He has also worked to fund schools by closing unjust tax loopholes and fought to close the gender pay gap. Before he was elected Governor in 2012, Inslee represented both sides of the Cascades in Congress, opposed the Iraq war, and worked to increase accountability and oversight for Wall Street banks.

    In contrast, Republican Bill Bryant opposes the Washington Voting Rights Act, is opposed to many public transportation projects, and is an obstacle to closing unjust tax loopholes. Also in this race are Democrats James Deal, Johnathon Dodds, and Patrick O'Rourke; Republicans Goodspaceguy and Bill Hirt; Mary Martin of the Socialist Workers Party; Independent Steve Rubenstein; David Blomstrom of the Fifth Republic Party; and Christian Pierre Joubert of the Holistic Party, none of whom are running competitive campaigns. While Inslee has his work cut out for him in his second term, we believe his strong moral compass and vision for improving our state make him the best choice in this race.

    Jay Inslee

    Governor Jay Inslee has been a strong, principled leader on the important challenges facing Washington, including tackling transportation problems, increasing the minimum wage, and fighting global warming.

  • Sen. Cyrus Habib has been an effective champion for public education, transit solutions, and gun safety. Habib authored a successful jobs bill to connect entrepreneurs with additional funding options, and has been named one of 12 legislators to watch in the country by Governing Magazine. He is an impressive legislator who has received the most support from our Progressive Voters Guide partner organizations.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Cyrus Habib

    Sen. Cyrus Habib has been an effective champion for public education, transit solutions, and gun safety. Habib authored a successful jobs bill to connect entrepreneurs with additional funding options, and has been named one of 12 legislators to watch in the country by Governing Magazine.

    Sen. Cyrus Habib has been an effective champion for public education, transit solutions, and gun safety. Habib authored a successful jobs bill to connect entrepreneurs with additional funding options, and has been named one of 12 legislators to watch in the country by Governing Magazine. He is an impressive legislator who has received the most support from our Progressive Voters Guide partner organizations.

    Cyrus Habib

    Sen. Cyrus Habib has been an effective champion for public education, transit solutions, and gun safety. Habib authored a successful jobs bill to connect entrepreneurs with additional funding options, and has been named one of 12 legislators to watch in the country by Governing Magazine.

  • Longtime senator Karen Fraser is another good candidate in this race. Fraser has been a strong advocate for parks and Puget Sound, as well as women's health care and economic justice. Fraser would also be Washington's first female Lieutenant Governor.

    Also running in this race is conservative Democrat Steve Hobbs. He has consistently been an obstacle to progress on a wide range of issues, and is known for his opposition to closing tax loopholes and fixing our state's broken tax system. He has also been endorsed by a number of Republicans. Also in this race are Republicans Marty McClendon, Javier Figueroa, Bill Penor, and Phillip Yin; Libertarian Paul Adidas, Mark Greene of the Citizens Party, Democrat Karen Wallace, and no party preference candidate Daniel B Davies. Habib is your best choice in this busy primary field.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Karen Fraser

    Longtime senator Karen Fraser is another good candidate in this race. Fraser has been a strong advocate for parks and Puget Sound, as well as women's health care and economic justice. Fraser would also be Washington's first female Lieutenant Governor.



    Longtime senator Karen Fraser is another good candidate in this race. Fraser has been a strong advocate for parks and Puget Sound, as well as women's health care and economic justice. Fraser would also be Washington's first female Lieutenant Governor.

    Also running in this race is conservative Democrat Steve Hobbs. He has consistently been an obstacle to progress on a wide range of issues, and is known for his opposition to closing tax loopholes and fixing our state's broken tax system. He has also been endorsed by a number of Republicans. Also in this race are Republicans Marty McClendon, Javier Figueroa, Bill Penor, and Phillip Yin; Libertarian Paul Adidas, Mark Greene of the Citizens Party, Democrat Karen Wallace, and no party preference candidate Daniel B Davies. Habib is your best choice in this busy primary field.

    Karen Fraser

    Longtime senator Karen Fraser is another good candidate in this race. Fraser has been a strong advocate for parks and Puget Sound, as well as women's health care and economic justice. Fraser would also be Washington's first female Lieutenant Governor.



  • Tina Podlodowski is running for Secretary of State to increase voter participation and turnout as the state’s chief elections officer. She is a former Microsoft executive who also served on the Seattle City Council and has strong track record of non-profit leadership.

    Podlodowski is challenging incumbent Republican Kim Wyman for failing to improve declining voter participation. Wyman has opposed the Washington Voting Rights Act and has refused to support common-sense measures to increase voter participation such as Election Day voter registration and pre-registration for 16- and 17-year-olds. Timothy Turner, a Libertarian who is not a credible candidate, is also in this race. Podlodowski deserves your vote.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Tina Podlodowski

    Tina Podlodowski is running for Secretary of State to increase voter participation and turnout as the state’s chief elections officer. She is a former Microsoft executive who also served on the Seattle City Council and has strong track record of non-profit leadership.

    Tina Podlodowski is running for Secretary of State to increase voter participation and turnout as the state’s chief elections officer. She is a former Microsoft executive who also served on the Seattle City Council and has strong track record of non-profit leadership.

    Podlodowski is challenging incumbent Republican Kim Wyman for failing to improve declining voter participation. Wyman has opposed the Washington Voting Rights Act and has refused to support common-sense measures to increase voter participation such as Election Day voter registration and pre-registration for 16- and 17-year-olds. Timothy Turner, a Libertarian who is not a credible candidate, is also in this race. Podlodowski deserves your vote.

    Tina Podlodowski

    Tina Podlodowski is running for Secretary of State to increase voter participation and turnout as the state’s chief elections officer. She is a former Microsoft executive who also served on the Seattle City Council and has strong track record of non-profit leadership.

  • State senator Marko Liias has received the most endorsements from our Progressive Voters Guide partners in this race. Liias has been a leader on transportation, conservation, and LGBTQ equality in the Legislature, although his support for efforts to weaken some consumer protections from predatory payday lenders has been frustrating.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Marko Liias

    State senator Marko Liias has received the most endorsements from our Progressive Voters Guide partners in this race.

    State senator Marko Liias has received the most endorsements from our Progressive Voters Guide partners in this race. Liias has been a leader on transportation, conservation, and LGBTQ equality in the Legislature, although his support for efforts to weaken some consumer protections from predatory payday lenders has been frustrating.

    Marko Liias

    State senator Marko Liias has received the most endorsements from our Progressive Voters Guide partners in this race.

  • Alec Fisken is an accomplished economist with a background in the public sector. He served as the City of Seattle’s Financial Advisor and as a Seattle Port Commissioner.

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    Alec Fisken

    Alec Fisken is an accomplished economist with a background in the public sector. He served as the City of Seattle’s Financial Advisor and as a Seattle Port Commissioner.

    Alec Fisken is an accomplished economist with a background in the public sector. He served as the City of Seattle’s Financial Advisor and as a Seattle Port Commissioner.

    Alec Fisken

    Alec Fisken is an accomplished economist with a background in the public sector. He served as the City of Seattle’s Financial Advisor and as a Seattle Port Commissioner.

  • Endorsed By: WA Federation of State Employees, Spokane County Democrats
  • Financial professional and pension consultant John Paul Comerford has received the endorsement of many local Democratic organizations.

    Liias, Fisken, and Comerford face two conservative opponents, Duane Davidson, a cookie cutter anti-tax Republican, and Michael Waite, an investment professional focused on debt issues.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    John Paul Comerford

    Financial professional and pension consultant John Paul Comerford has received the endorsement of many local Democratic organizations.

    Financial professional and pension consultant John Paul Comerford has received the endorsement of many local Democratic organizations.

    Liias, Fisken, and Comerford face two conservative opponents, Duane Davidson, a cookie cutter anti-tax Republican, and Michael Waite, an investment professional focused on debt issues.

    John Paul Comerford

    Financial professional and pension consultant John Paul Comerford has received the endorsement of many local Democratic organizations.

  • Endorsed By: King, Pierce, Spokane, Skagit, Cowlitz, Yakima, Kittitas, Klickitas, and Kitsap County Democrats
  • Jeff Sprung is a lawyer and former Planned Parenthood Votes board member who is running to increase transparency and accountability in state government. He previously worked as an Assistant U.S. Attorney investigating and prosecuting corruption in low-income housing programs. He supports increasing whistleblower protections to better identify fraud and potential inefficiencies in government. Sprung is running the strongest campaign and has received the most support from our progressive partners.

    Former Pierce County Auditor and current Pierce County Executive Pat McCarthy is another good candidate in this race. She is running to use her experience managing large budgets and agencies to improve efficiency and transparency.

    Their opponent is the socially-conservative Republican Senator Mark Miloscia, who earned dual endorsements along with Sprung from our labor partners at SEIU 925, SEIU 775, and the Washington Federation of State Employees. Miloscia also earned a sole endorsement from the Washington State Council of Fire Fighters. Unfortunately, Miloscia supports allowing employers to deny coverage for birth control and co-sponsored a bill that could ban many forms of birth control. We're concerned that if elected, Miloscia could use his office to launch politically-fueled investigations of Planned Parenthood and other women's health groups.

    Also in this race is Independent Mark Wilson and No Party Preference candidate David Golden. Sprung is the best choice in this race.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Jeff Sprung

    Jeff Sprung is a lawyer and former Planned Parenthood Votes board member who is running to increase transparency and accountability in state government. He previously worked as an Assistant U.S. Attorney investigating and prosecuting corruption in low-income housing programs.

    Jeff Sprung is a lawyer and former Planned Parenthood Votes board member who is running to increase transparency and accountability in state government. He previously worked as an Assistant U.S. Attorney investigating and prosecuting corruption in low-income housing programs. He supports increasing whistleblower protections to better identify fraud and potential inefficiencies in government. Sprung is running the strongest campaign and has received the most support from our progressive partners.

    Former Pierce County Auditor and current Pierce County Executive Pat McCarthy is another good candidate in this race. She is running to use her experience managing large budgets and agencies to improve efficiency and transparency.

    Their opponent is the socially-conservative Republican Senator Mark Miloscia, who earned dual endorsements along with Sprung from our labor partners at SEIU 925, SEIU 775, and the Washington Federation of State Employees. Miloscia also earned a sole endorsement from the Washington State Council of Fire Fighters. Unfortunately, Miloscia supports allowing employers to deny coverage for birth control and co-sponsored a bill that could ban many forms of birth control. We're concerned that if elected, Miloscia could use his office to launch politically-fueled investigations of Planned Parenthood and other women's health groups.

    Also in this race is Independent Mark Wilson and No Party Preference candidate David Golden. Sprung is the best choice in this race.

    Jeff Sprung

    Jeff Sprung is a lawyer and former Planned Parenthood Votes board member who is running to increase transparency and accountability in state government. He previously worked as an Assistant U.S. Attorney investigating and prosecuting corruption in low-income housing programs.

  • Attorney General Bob Ferguson's accomplishments in four years are impressive. From delivering millions of dollars back to consumers who were wronged by fraudulent corporations and his ongoing battle with the federal government to clean up the Hanford nuclear waste site to successfully fighting two Tim Eyman initiatives, Ferguson has been a strong and effective advocate for people in Washington. Ferguson faces Libertarian Josh Trumbull, who is not running a competitive campaign. Ferguson deserves your vote.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Bob Ferguson

    Attorney General Bob Ferguson's accomplishments in four years are impressive.

    Attorney General Bob Ferguson's accomplishments in four years are impressive. From delivering millions of dollars back to consumers who were wronged by fraudulent corporations and his ongoing battle with the federal government to clean up the Hanford nuclear waste site to successfully fighting two Tim Eyman initiatives, Ferguson has been a strong and effective advocate for people in Washington. Ferguson faces Libertarian Josh Trumbull, who is not running a competitive campaign. Ferguson deserves your vote.

    Bob Ferguson

    Attorney General Bob Ferguson's accomplishments in four years are impressive.

  • King County Councilmember and former state Rep. Dave Upthegrove is also running for Lands Commissioner. Upthegrove is the former chair of the House Environment committee in Olympia who has been a strong environmental champion throughout his career. As a King County Councilmember, he prioritized environmental issues including restoring salmon habitat on the Green River and cleanup for the Duwamish. Upthegrove has received the support of most labor unions that have endorsed in this race.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Dave Upthegrove

    King County Councilmember and former state Rep. Dave Upthegrove is also running for Lands Commissioner. Upthegrove is the former chair of the House Environment committee in Olympia who has been a strong environmental champion throughout his career.

    King County Councilmember and former state Rep. Dave Upthegrove is also running for Lands Commissioner. Upthegrove is the former chair of the House Environment committee in Olympia who has been a strong environmental champion throughout his career. As a King County Councilmember, he prioritized environmental issues including restoring salmon habitat on the Green River and cleanup for the Duwamish. Upthegrove has received the support of most labor unions that have endorsed in this race.

    Dave Upthegrove

    King County Councilmember and former state Rep. Dave Upthegrove is also running for Lands Commissioner. Upthegrove is the former chair of the House Environment committee in Olympia who has been a strong environmental champion throughout his career.

  • Hilary Franz is the Executive Director of Futurewise and former Bainbridge Island Councilmember who brings 20 years of experience working at the state and local level protecting working families and communities that rely on forestry, farmland, and waterways. Franz is a former Washington Environmental Council and Conservation Northwest board member, she sat on the Puget Sound Salmon Recovery Council, and was appointed by Governor Gregoire to the Washington State Climate Action Team. She will prioritize restoring forest health, preventing wildfires, and creating clean energy on our public lands.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Hilary Franz

    Hilary Franz is the Executive Director of Futurewise and former Bainbridge Island Councilmember who brings 20 years of experience working at the state and local level protecting working families and communities that rely on forestry, farmland, and waterways.

    Hilary Franz is the Executive Director of Futurewise and former Bainbridge Island Councilmember who brings 20 years of experience working at the state and local level protecting working families and communities that rely on forestry, farmland, and waterways. Franz is a former Washington Environmental Council and Conservation Northwest board member, she sat on the Puget Sound Salmon Recovery Council, and was appointed by Governor Gregoire to the Washington State Climate Action Team. She will prioritize restoring forest health, preventing wildfires, and creating clean energy on our public lands.

    Hilary Franz

    Hilary Franz is the Executive Director of Futurewise and former Bainbridge Island Councilmember who brings 20 years of experience working at the state and local level protecting working families and communities that rely on forestry, farmland, and waterways.

Other Candidates

Also in the race are Democrats Karen Porterfield, who vows to create real change on wildfire, landslide, and deforestation issues, Mary Verner, the former mayor of Spokane who oversaw the wildfire efforts during the last few years, and John Stillings; Libertarian Steven Nielsen; and Republican Steve McLaughlin. Franz or Upthegrove are good choices in this race.

Other (Commissioner for Public Lands)

Also in the race are Democrats Karen Porterfield, who vows to create real change on wildfire, landslide, and deforestation issues, Mary Verner, the former mayor of Spokane who oversaw the wildfire efforts during the last few years, and John Stillings; Libertarian Steven Nielsen; and Republican St

  • Rep. Chris Reykdal is a progressive legislator from Thurston County who has been an outspoken advocate for education funding and income inequality issues. As a former teacher and former school board member, Reykdal has seen the struggle schools are facing to get their job done. He supports reforming our state's broken tax system to ensure our public schools have the funding they need to provide a quality education for every student. Reykdal currently has two children in Washington's public schools.

    Robin Fleming is another progressive candidate committed to funding our kids' schools. Other candidates include John Patterson Blair, Ron Higgins, Grazyna Prouty, Al Runte, KumRoon (Mr. Mak) Maksirisombat, and David Spring. We recommend Reykdal or Jones in this race.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Chris Reykdal

    Rep. Chris Reykdal is a progressive legislator from Thurston County who has been an outspoken advocate for education funding and income inequality issues. As a former teacher and former school board member, Reykdal has seen the struggle schools are facing to get their job done.

    Rep. Chris Reykdal is a progressive legislator from Thurston County who has been an outspoken advocate for education funding and income inequality issues. As a former teacher and former school board member, Reykdal has seen the struggle schools are facing to get their job done. He supports reforming our state's broken tax system to ensure our public schools have the funding they need to provide a quality education for every student. Reykdal currently has two children in Washington's public schools.

    Robin Fleming is another progressive candidate committed to funding our kids' schools. Other candidates include John Patterson Blair, Ron Higgins, Grazyna Prouty, Al Runte, KumRoon (Mr. Mak) Maksirisombat, and David Spring. We recommend Reykdal or Jones in this race.

    Chris Reykdal

    Rep. Chris Reykdal is a progressive legislator from Thurston County who has been an outspoken advocate for education funding and income inequality issues. As a former teacher and former school board member, Reykdal has seen the struggle schools are facing to get their job done.

  • Erin Jones is a celebrated teacher of foreign languages and African American studies who has won multiple awards for her innovative work to make learning more accessible for students of color. Jones most recently worked at Tacoma Public Schools and previously served as Assistant Superintendent of Student Achievement for the state of Washington, where she worked on policy and instruction practices to make school a vibrant learning place for all students. Jones' three kids attended Washington public schools and her husband is also a public school teacher.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Erin Jones

    Erin Jones is a celebrated teacher of foreign languages and African American studies who has won multiple awards for her innovative work to make learning more accessible for students of color.

    Erin Jones is a celebrated teacher of foreign languages and African American studies who has won multiple awards for her innovative work to make learning more accessible for students of color. Jones most recently worked at Tacoma Public Schools and previously served as Assistant Superintendent of Student Achievement for the state of Washington, where she worked on policy and instruction practices to make school a vibrant learning place for all students. Jones' three kids attended Washington public schools and her husband is also a public school teacher.

    Erin Jones

    Erin Jones is a celebrated teacher of foreign languages and African American studies who has won multiple awards for her innovative work to make learning more accessible for students of color.

  • As the state Insurance Commissioner, Mike Kreidler has brought a range of experience to the position and defended the interests of Washington residents against big insurance companies. Kreidler cut insurance rates, required that contraceptives be included in prescription drug coverage for women, and helped increase the transparency of the health insurance market. If re-elected, Kreidler will work on expanding health care access, limiting insurance company exploitation, and eliminating credit scoring as a determinant of insurance rates. Kreidler faces Libertarian Justin Murta and Republican Richard Schrock, neither of whom is running a credible campaign.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Mike Kreidler

    As the state Insurance Commissioner, Mike Kreidler has brought a range of experience to the position and defended the interests of Washington residents against big insurance companies.

    As the state Insurance Commissioner, Mike Kreidler has brought a range of experience to the position and defended the interests of Washington residents against big insurance companies. Kreidler cut insurance rates, required that contraceptives be included in prescription drug coverage for women, and helped increase the transparency of the health insurance market. If re-elected, Kreidler will work on expanding health care access, limiting insurance company exploitation, and eliminating credit scoring as a determinant of insurance rates. Kreidler faces Libertarian Justin Murta and Republican Richard Schrock, neither of whom is running a credible campaign.

    Mike Kreidler

    As the state Insurance Commissioner, Mike Kreidler has brought a range of experience to the position and defended the interests of Washington residents against big insurance companies.

Legislative Races

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

  • Tamborine Borrelli is a small business owner and local activist who was inspired to run for office by Bernie Sanders' campaign. She is running to fully fund education, close unnecessary corporate tax loopholes, and get money out of politics.

    Borrelli faces incumbent Republican Senator Randi Becker, who opposed health care reform while receiving large amounts of money from health insurance companies, and is unwilling to fully fund education and basic health care. Also in the race is moderate Democrat Marilyn Rasmussen, a farmer and timber industry advocate who served numerous terms in the House and Senate, is also in this race. Due to her endorsements from our partners, Borrelli is the best choice in this race.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Tamborine Borrelli

    Tamborine Borrelli is a small business owner and local activist who was inspired to run for office by Bernie Sanders' campaign. She is running to fully fund education, close unnecessary corporate tax loopholes, and get money out of politics.


    Tamborine Borrelli is a small business owner and local activist who was inspired to run for office by Bernie Sanders' campaign. She is running to fully fund education, close unnecessary corporate tax loopholes, and get money out of politics.

    Borrelli faces incumbent Republican Senator Randi Becker, who opposed health care reform while receiving large amounts of money from health insurance companies, and is unwilling to fully fund education and basic health care. Also in the race is moderate Democrat Marilyn Rasmussen, a farmer and timber industry advocate who served numerous terms in the House and Senate, is also in this race. Due to her endorsements from our partners, Borrelli is the best choice in this race.

    Tamborine Borrelli

    Tamborine Borrelli is a small business owner and local activist who was inspired to run for office by Bernie Sanders' campaign. She is running to fully fund education, close unnecessary corporate tax loopholes, and get money out of politics.


  • Amy Pivetta Hoffman is a strong candidate who is running for the seat vacated by Republican Rep. Graham Hunt after he resigned for falsifying military records. Pivetta Hoffman is an accomplished attorney and small business owner who has served on the Bethel School Board and as the President of the Frederickson Land Use Advisory Council. She is uniquely positioned to help guide our state through some of its challenges with education funding, and will bring her business mindset to the state budget.

    Pivetta Hoffman faces Rep. Andrew Barkis, who is a very conservative legislator and owner of a property management company. Pivetta Hoffman has earned your vote.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Amy Pivetta Hoffman

    Amy Pivetta Hoffman is a strong candidate who is running for the seat vacated by Republican Rep. Graham Hunt after he resigned for falsifying military records.

    Amy Pivetta Hoffman is a strong candidate who is running for the seat vacated by Republican Rep. Graham Hunt after he resigned for falsifying military records. Pivetta Hoffman is an accomplished attorney and small business owner who has served on the Bethel School Board and as the President of the Frederickson Land Use Advisory Council. She is uniquely positioned to help guide our state through some of its challenges with education funding, and will bring her business mindset to the state budget.

    Pivetta Hoffman faces Rep. Andrew Barkis, who is a very conservative legislator and owner of a property management company. Pivetta Hoffman has earned your vote.

    Amy Pivetta Hoffman

    Amy Pivetta Hoffman is a strong candidate who is running for the seat vacated by Republican Rep. Graham Hunt after he resigned for falsifying military records.

  • Derek Maynes is a disabled Iraq War veteran running to bring integrity and leadership back to this seat. He was endorsed by our partners at NARAL Pro-Choice Washington. Also in this race is progressive Nathaniel Downes, a writer and editor. Maynes faces an uphill battle against far-right conservative J.T. Wilcox but deserves your vote.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Derek Maynes

    Derek Maynes is a disabled Iraq War veteran running to bring integrity and leadership back to this seat. He was endorsed by our partners at NARAL Pro-Choice Washington. Also in this race is progressive Nathaniel Downes, a writer and editor.

    Derek Maynes is a disabled Iraq War veteran running to bring integrity and leadership back to this seat. He was endorsed by our partners at NARAL Pro-Choice Washington. Also in this race is progressive Nathaniel Downes, a writer and editor. Maynes faces an uphill battle against far-right conservative J.T. Wilcox but deserves your vote.

    Derek Maynes

    Derek Maynes is a disabled Iraq War veteran running to bring integrity and leadership back to this seat. He was endorsed by our partners at NARAL Pro-Choice Washington. Also in this race is progressive Nathaniel Downes, a writer and editor.

  • Endorsed By: Pro-Choice Washington
  • Representative Sam Hunt is a reliable progressive who is now running to replace Karen Fraser in the state Senate. He is a strong advocate of open and fair elections and has sponsored to encourage online voter registration. Hunt has also supported increased education funding and women's health protections.

    Another progressive candidate in this race is Erik Lee, a labor supporter and University of Washington budget analyst who was inspired by Bernie Sanders to run for office. Lee and Hunt received a dual endorsement from our partners at SEIU 925. In addition, Spencer Baldwin and Steve Owens are on the ballot but not running competitive campaigns. Due to his strong support from our partners, Hunt is the best choice in this race.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Sam Hunt

    Representative Sam Hunt is a reliable progressive who is now running to replace Karen Fraser in the state Senate. He is a strong advocate of open and fair elections and has sponsored to encourage online voter registration.

    Representative Sam Hunt is a reliable progressive who is now running to replace Karen Fraser in the state Senate. He is a strong advocate of open and fair elections and has sponsored to encourage online voter registration. Hunt has also supported increased education funding and women's health protections.

    Another progressive candidate in this race is Erik Lee, a labor supporter and University of Washington budget analyst who was inspired by Bernie Sanders to run for office. Lee and Hunt received a dual endorsement from our partners at SEIU 925. In addition, Spencer Baldwin and Steve Owens are on the ballot but not running competitive campaigns. Due to his strong support from our partners, Hunt is the best choice in this race.

    Sam Hunt

    Representative Sam Hunt is a reliable progressive who is now running to replace Karen Fraser in the state Senate. He is a strong advocate of open and fair elections and has sponsored to encourage online voter registration.

  • Laurie Dolan is an educator and former director for Spokane Public Schools who is passionate about fully funding our classrooms. She brings with her the working knowledge of being on both sides of the bargaining table and will be able to do what is best for teachers and kids at our schools. Before she moved to Olympia in 2005 to be Gov. Chris Gregoire's Director of Policy, she ran two close races for state Senate against conservative Republicans in Spokane. We lean toward Dolan because of her strong support from progressive partners.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Laurie Dolan

    Laurie Dolan is an educator and former director for Spokane Public Schools who is passionate about fully funding our classrooms. She brings with her the working knowledge of being on both sides of the bargaining table and will be able to do what is best for teachers and kids at our schools.

    Laurie Dolan is an educator and former director for Spokane Public Schools who is passionate about fully funding our classrooms. She brings with her the working knowledge of being on both sides of the bargaining table and will be able to do what is best for teachers and kids at our schools. Before she moved to Olympia in 2005 to be Gov. Chris Gregoire's Director of Policy, she ran two close races for state Senate against conservative Republicans in Spokane. We lean toward Dolan because of her strong support from progressive partners.

    Laurie Dolan

    Laurie Dolan is an educator and former director for Spokane Public Schools who is passionate about fully funding our classrooms. She brings with her the working knowledge of being on both sides of the bargaining table and will be able to do what is best for teachers and kids at our schools.

  • Former city council woman and progressive environmental advocate Rhenda Strub is running an energetic campaign and is another good candidate in this race. She stands strongly in favor of ensuring the wealthy pay their fair share in order to fully fund education, restore wages for state workers, and restore budget cuts to health and environmental budgets.

    Also in this race are Democrats Franklin Edwards and Karen Johnson as well as Republican Donald Austin. Either Dolan or Strub would be a good choice in this race, though we lean toward Dolan to her level of support from our progressive partners.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Rhenda Strub

    Former city council woman and progressive environmental advocate Rhenda Strub is running an energetic campaign and is another good candidate in this race.

    Former city council woman and progressive environmental advocate Rhenda Strub is running an energetic campaign and is another good candidate in this race. She stands strongly in favor of ensuring the wealthy pay their fair share in order to fully fund education, restore wages for state workers, and restore budget cuts to health and environmental budgets.

    Also in this race are Democrats Franklin Edwards and Karen Johnson as well as Republican Donald Austin. Either Dolan or Strub would be a good choice in this race, though we lean toward Dolan to her level of support from our progressive partners.

    Rhenda Strub

    Former city council woman and progressive environmental advocate Rhenda Strub is running an energetic campaign and is another good candidate in this race.

  • Climate Solutions Campaign Director and former PTA President Beth Doglio is running unopposed for this seat vacated by Sam Hunt. Doglio is a champion of environmental advocacy, women, and education, and will serve the 22nd legislative district well as she continues to work toward a sustainable clean energy future.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Beth Doglio

    Climate Solutions Campaign Director and former PTA President Beth Doglio is running unopposed for this seat vacated by Sam Hunt.

    Climate Solutions Campaign Director and former PTA President Beth Doglio is running unopposed for this seat vacated by Sam Hunt. Doglio is a champion of environmental advocacy, women, and education, and will serve the 22nd legislative district well as she continues to work toward a sustainable clean energy future.

    Beth Doglio

    Climate Solutions Campaign Director and former PTA President Beth Doglio is running unopposed for this seat vacated by Sam Hunt.

  • Irene Bowling is a Bremerton native, teacher, and small business owner. Bowling is a community leader on education issues who will bring a much needed commitment to accountability to the 35th, especially around schools and the budget.

    Bowling faces Republican incumbent Dan Griffey, who voted against raising the minimum wage and allowing all workers to earn sick leave. For her commitment to public service and putting schools first, Bowling deserves your vote.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Irene Bowling

    Irene Bowling is a Bremerton native, teacher, and small business owner. Bowling is a community leader on education issues who will bring a much needed commitment to accountability to the 35th, especially around schools and the budget.

    Irene Bowling is a Bremerton native, teacher, and small business owner. Bowling is a community leader on education issues who will bring a much needed commitment to accountability to the 35th, especially around schools and the budget.

    Bowling faces Republican incumbent Dan Griffey, who voted against raising the minimum wage and allowing all workers to earn sick leave. For her commitment to public service and putting schools first, Bowling deserves your vote.

    Irene Bowling

    Irene Bowling is a Bremerton native, teacher, and small business owner. Bowling is a community leader on education issues who will bring a much needed commitment to accountability to the 35th, especially around schools and the budget.

  • Firefighter and former school board member Craig Patti is running a solid campaign for state representative. Patti has seen firsthand the effects of under-funding education from his work on levy campaigns and his service as a school board member, and so is committed to fully funding our schools. He also brings proven and dedicated leadership thanks to his years in the fire department.

    Patti is challenging incumbent Republican Drew MacEwan, who has opposed closing tax loopholes to fund schools. Patti deserves your vote.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Craig Patti

    Firefighter and former school board member Craig Patti is running a solid campaign for state representative. Patti has seen firsthand the effects of under-funding education from his work on levy campaigns and his service as a school board member, and so is committed to fully funding our schools.

    Firefighter and former school board member Craig Patti is running a solid campaign for state representative. Patti has seen firsthand the effects of under-funding education from his work on levy campaigns and his service as a school board member, and so is committed to fully funding our schools. He also brings proven and dedicated leadership thanks to his years in the fire department.

    Patti is challenging incumbent Republican Drew MacEwan, who has opposed closing tax loopholes to fund schools. Patti deserves your vote.

    Craig Patti

    Firefighter and former school board member Craig Patti is running a solid campaign for state representative. Patti has seen firsthand the effects of under-funding education from his work on levy campaigns and his service as a school board member, and so is committed to fully funding our schools.

County Commission

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

  • Army veteran, United Way CEO, and Olympia City Councilman Jim Cooper is running in the crowded race for the open District 1 seat on the Thurston County Commission. Cooper wants to ensure smart growth policies are implemented as more people move to Thurston and will focus on the health and safety of all residents. On the city council, Cooper has worked to preserve parks and open spaces as well as helped lead a sustainable budgeting process.

    Cooper faces a number of competitive candidates, including Diane Dondero, a primary care provider and Bernie Sanders-style of progressive; former judge Allen Miller, who is a moderate running as a "no party" candidate; former conservative Tenino police chief John Hutchings, who was ousted from his job for overstepping authority and working hours beyond what taxpayers were able to pay; and Independent Jon Pettit. For his leadership and experience making Thurston County a better place to live, Cooper deserves your vote.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Jim Cooper

    Army veteran, United Way CEO, and Olympia City Councilman Jim Cooper is running in the crowded race for the open District 1 seat on the Thurston County Commission.

    Army veteran, United Way CEO, and Olympia City Councilman Jim Cooper is running in the crowded race for the open District 1 seat on the Thurston County Commission. Cooper wants to ensure smart growth policies are implemented as more people move to Thurston and will focus on the health and safety of all residents. On the city council, Cooper has worked to preserve parks and open spaces as well as helped lead a sustainable budgeting process.

    Cooper faces a number of competitive candidates, including Diane Dondero, a primary care provider and Bernie Sanders-style of progressive; former judge Allen Miller, who is a moderate running as a "no party" candidate; former conservative Tenino police chief John Hutchings, who was ousted from his job for overstepping authority and working hours beyond what taxpayers were able to pay; and Independent Jon Pettit. For his leadership and experience making Thurston County a better place to live, Cooper deserves your vote.

    Jim Cooper

    Army veteran, United Way CEO, and Olympia City Councilman Jim Cooper is running in the crowded race for the open District 1 seat on the Thurston County Commission.

  • Endorsed By: WA Federation of State Employees, Thurston Environmental Voters, Thurston-Lewis-Mason Central Labor Council, UFCW Local 367
  • Evergreen State College Development Director Kelsey Hulse is running for the open seat in District 2 to ensure sustainable growth and protection of public spaces as Thurston County grows. Having formerly worked in development for the Thurston County Food Bank, Hulse is committed to protecting safety net services for seniors and those who lack affordable housing options.

    Hulse faces conservative former Sherriff Gary Edwards, who is running with no party preference. Due to her dedication to moving Thurston County forward, Hulse deserves your vote. 
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Kelsey Hulse

    Evergreen State College Development Director Kelsey Hulse is running for the open seat in District 2 to ensure sustainable growth and protection of public spaces as Thurston County grows.

    Evergreen State College Development Director Kelsey Hulse is running for the open seat in District 2 to ensure sustainable growth and protection of public spaces as Thurston County grows. Having formerly worked in development for the Thurston County Food Bank, Hulse is committed to protecting safety net services for seniors and those who lack affordable housing options.

    Hulse faces conservative former Sherriff Gary Edwards, who is running with no party preference. Due to her dedication to moving Thurston County forward, Hulse deserves your vote. 

    Kelsey Hulse

    Evergreen State College Development Director Kelsey Hulse is running for the open seat in District 2 to ensure sustainable growth and protection of public spaces as Thurston County grows.

  • Endorsed By: National Women's Political Caucus of WA, WA Federation of State Employees, Thurston-Lewis-Mason Central Labor Council
  • Chief Justice Barbara Madsen has led our state Supreme Court in a fair and impartial manner through a series of high profile cases. First elected in 1992, Madsen was only the third woman to ever serve on our highest court. She has won numerous awards for her service, especially for her work creating opportunities for young female lawyers and judges. Despite Republican efforts to politicize our court over rulings about education funding and several Tim Eyman initiatives, Madsen has maintained a steadfast commitment to upholding equal justice under law.

    Madsen is opposed by Greg Zempel, a Republican prosecutor from Kittitas County. Zempel has said he is running because he disagrees with some recent decisions. Also in the race is "Zamboni" John Scannell, a perennial candidate who is not running a credible campaign. Madsen is by far the best-qualified candidate in this race.
    Last updated: 2023-04-05

    Barbara Madsen

    Chief Justice Barbara Madsen has led our state Supreme Court in a fair and impartial manner through a series of high profile cases. First elected in 1992, Madsen was only the third woman to ever serve on our highest court.

    Chief Justice Barbara Madsen has led our state Supreme Court in a fair and impartial manner through a series of high profile cases. First elected in 1992, Madsen was only the third woman to ever serve on our highest court. She has won numerous awards for her service, especially for her work creating opportunities for young female lawyers and judges. Despite Republican efforts to politicize our court over rulings about education funding and several Tim Eyman initiatives, Madsen has maintained a steadfast commitment to upholding equal justice under law.

    Madsen is opposed by Greg Zempel, a Republican prosecutor from Kittitas County. Zempel has said he is running because he disagrees with some recent decisions. Also in the race is "Zamboni" John Scannell, a perennial candidate who is not running a credible campaign. Madsen is by far the best-qualified candidate in this race.

    Barbara Madsen

    Chief Justice Barbara Madsen has led our state Supreme Court in a fair and impartial manner through a series of high profile cases. First elected in 1992, Madsen was only the third woman to ever serve on our highest court.