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Statewide Ballot Measures
SJR 8201 will grow Washington’s long-term care fund for aging people and people with disabilities, keeping premiums low, without costing taxpayers a single penny. Also known as the “Allow Investment of Long-Term Services and Supports Trust Fund Amendment," SJR 8201 is a constitutional amendment adding accountability protections to our long-term care fund, requiring that 100% of investment income be used for long-term care.
If passed, SJR 8201 would increase the state’s long-term care fund for vulnerable Washingtonians by at least $67 billion over the next 50 years by allowing the nonpartisan Washington State Investment Board to diversify investments. In the state legislature, 128 legislators voted in favor of the measure, and only 16 were opposed. Additionally, it has the support of groups such as the Washington State Nurses Association, the Washington State Council of Fire Fighters, Planned Parenthood, and the National Multiple Sclerosis Society.
Vote APPROVED on SJR 8201 to protect and grow our state’s independent long-term care fund for aging adults and people with disabilities.
Last updated: 2025-10-09
SJR 8201 will grow Washington’s long-term care fund for aging people and people with disabilities, keeping premiums low, without costing taxpayers a single penny. Also known as the “Allow Investment of Long-Term Services and Supports Trust Fund Amendment," SJR 8201 is a constitutional amendment adding accountability protections to our long-term care fund, requiring that 100% of investment income be used for long-term care.
If passed, SJR 8201 would increase the state’s long-term care fund for vulnerable Washingtonians by at least $67 billion over the next 50 years by allowing the nonpartisan Washington State Investment Board to diversify investments. In the state legislature, 128 legislators voted in favor of the measure, and only 16 were opposed. Additionally, it has the support of groups such as the Washington State Nurses Association, the Washington State Council of Fire Fighters, Planned Parenthood, and the National Multiple Sclerosis Society.
Vote APPROVED on SJR 8201 to protect and grow our state’s independent long-term care fund for aging adults and people with disabilities.
Last updated: 2025-10-09
County Council District Races
Depending on the county district you live in, you may have the following races on your ballot.
Snohomish County, District 1
Conservative incumbent Nate Nehring is running for another term on the Snohomish County Council, where he has served since first being elected in 2017.
A staunch and well-connected Republican, Nehring has led the council with right-wing policy ideas. He has supported criminalizing addiction, empowering business interests above community needs, and halting progress on policing reforms to make our communities safer. Conservative leaders across Snohomish County and at the state level, like former gubernatorial candidate Dave Reichert, support Nehring’s bid for another term.
Unfortunately, Nehring is running unopposed in this election. We recommend writing in a progressive candidate of choice for the Snohomish County Council from District 1.
Conservative incumbent Nate Nehring is running for another term on the Snohomish County Council, where he has served since first being elected in 2017.
A staunch and well-connected Republican, Nehring has led the council with right-wing policy ideas. He has supported criminalizing addiction, empowering business interests above community needs, and halting progress on policing reforms to make our communities safer. Conservative leaders across Snohomish County and at the state level, like former gubernatorial candidate Dave Reichert, support Nehring’s bid for another term.
Unfortunately, Nehring is running unopposed in this election. We recommend writing in a progressive candidate of choice for the Snohomish County Council from District 1.
Snohomish County, District 4
Council Chair Jared Mead is running unopposed for another term in the District 4 seat on the Snohomish County Council. Mead has held a number of public service positions, including four years on the Mill Creek City Council, two years as a state lawmaker in Legislative District 44, and his most recent tenure on the county council, where he has sat since he was appointed in 2020 and retained in the following election by voters. Mead, who was born and raised in south Snohomish County, has also worked as a legislative aide and as a campaign manager.
In his re-election campaign, Mead is focusing on several key issues, including affordability, public safety, and transportation. Mead supports expanding mental health resources and violence prevention programs to enhance public safety services. Regarding affordable housing, Mead acknowledges the need to increase the housing supply. However, we would be interested to see his approach expand to include solutions such as renter and tenant protections.
Mead referred to himself as being more right-leaning than his party, which is evidenced by certain votes and policy proposals he made during his time on the council. Earlier this year, Mead introduced the controversial Amendment 3 to the Critical Areas Regulations bill, which the conservative side of the council helped pass. His amendment faced public backlash for its lack of wildlife protections and for reducing buffers of protection around wetlands.
Additionally, Mead proposed an amendment to the Snohomish County budget that reduced funding for the Office of Social Justice and Executive Office after an audit found the department to be unsustainable in the long term. Fellow county council member Strom Peterson criticized the move, saying the council overstepped its authority.
We hope that Mead adopts more progressive positions on some key issues during his next term on the Snohomish County Council.
Last updated: 2025-10-15
Council Chair Jared Mead is running unopposed for another term in the District 4 seat on the Snohomish County Council. Mead has held a number of public service positions, including four years on the Mill Creek City Council, two years as a state lawmaker in Legislative District 44, and his most recent tenure on the county council, where he has sat since he was appointed in 2020 and retained in the following election by voters. Mead, who was born and raised in south Snohomish County, has also worked as a legislative aide and as a campaign manager.
In his re-election campaign, Mead is focusing on several key issues, including affordability, public safety, and transportation. Mead supports expanding mental health resources and violence prevention programs to enhance public safety services. Regarding affordable housing, Mead acknowledges the need to increase the housing supply. However, we would be interested to see his approach expand to include solutions such as renter and tenant protections.
Mead referred to himself as being more right-leaning than his party, which is evidenced by certain votes and policy proposals he made during his time on the council. Earlier this year, Mead introduced the controversial Amendment 3 to the Critical Areas Regulations bill, which the conservative side of the council helped pass. His amendment faced public backlash for its lack of wildlife protections and for reducing buffers of protection around wetlands.
Additionally, Mead proposed an amendment to the Snohomish County budget that reduced funding for the Office of Social Justice and Executive Office after an audit found the department to be unsustainable in the long term. Fellow county council member Strom Peterson criticized the move, saying the council overstepped its authority.
We hope that Mead adopts more progressive positions on some key issues during his next term on the Snohomish County Council.
Last updated: 2025-10-15
Endorsed By: Sierra Club, 32nd Legislative District Democrats
Council Chair Jared Mead is running unopposed for another term in the District 4 seat on the Snohomish County Council. Mead has held a number of public service positions, including four years on the Mill Creek City Council, two years as a state lawmaker in Legislative District 44, and his most recent tenure on the county council, where he has sat since he was appointed in 2020 and retained in the following election by voters. Mead, who was born and raised in south Snohomish County, has also worked as a legislative aide and as a campaign manager.
In his re-election campaign, Mead is focusing on several key issues, including affordability, public safety, and transportation. Mead supports expanding mental health resources and violence prevention programs to enhance public safety services. Regarding affordable housing, Mead acknowledges the need to increase the housing supply. However, we would be interested to see his approach expand to include solutions such as renter and tenant protections.
Mead referred to himself as being more right-leaning than his party, which is evidenced by certain votes and policy proposals he made during his time on the council. Earlier this year, Mead introduced the controversial Amendment 3 to the Critical Areas Regulations bill, which the conservative side of the council helped pass. His amendment faced public backlash for its lack of wildlife protections and for reducing buffers of protection around wetlands.
Additionally, Mead proposed an amendment to the Snohomish County budget that reduced funding for the Office of Social Justice and Executive Office after an audit found the department to be unsustainable in the long term. Fellow county council member Strom Peterson criticized the move, saying the council overstepped its authority.
We hope that Mead adopts more progressive positions on some key issues during his next term on the Snohomish County Council.
Last updated: 2025-10-15
Endorsed By: Sierra Club
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32nd Legislative District Democrats
Snohomish County, District 5
Kelli Johnson is challenging Republican incumbent Sam Low for Snohomish County Council from District 5. Johnson is a Democrat with ten years of experience as an Emergency Room nurse.
Johnson's campaign aims to improve housing affordability, expand access to quality health care, and achieve a balanced budget. She supports zoning changes that allow for a variety of affordable homes that also include environmental protections. Throughout her nursing career, Johnson has been a health care advocate, most recently raising awareness of the devastating MAGA Congressional cuts to Medicaid on her Instagram.
Although Kelli Johnson's campaign could afford some more detailed policy proposals, we appreciate her health care advocacy and progressive values. We recommend her to replace Sam Low on the Snohomish County Council from District 5.
Last updated: 2025-10-08
Kelli Johnson is challenging Republican incumbent Sam Low for Snohomish County Council from District 5. Johnson is a Democrat with ten years of experience as an Emergency Room nurse.
Johnson's campaign aims to improve housing affordability, expand access to quality health care, and achieve a balanced budget. She supports zoning changes that allow for a variety of affordable homes that also include environmental protections. Throughout her nursing career, Johnson has been a health care advocate, most recently raising awareness of the devastating MAGA Congressional cuts to Medicaid on her Instagram.
Although Kelli Johnson's campaign could afford some more detailed policy proposals, we appreciate her health care advocacy and progressive values. We recommend her to replace Sam Low on the Snohomish County Council from District 5.
Last updated: 2025-10-08
Kelli Johnson is challenging Republican incumbent Sam Low for Snohomish County Council from District 5. Johnson is a Democrat with ten years of experience as an Emergency Room nurse.
Johnson's campaign aims to improve housing affordability, expand access to quality health care, and achieve a balanced budget. She supports zoning changes that allow for a variety of affordable homes that also include environmental protections. Throughout her nursing career, Johnson has been a health care advocate, most recently raising awareness of the devastating MAGA Congressional cuts to Medicaid on her Instagram.
Although Kelli Johnson's campaign could afford some more detailed policy proposals, we appreciate her health care advocacy and progressive values. We recommend her to replace Sam Low on the Snohomish County Council from District 5.
Last updated: 2025-10-08
Other Candidates
Republican Sam Low is seeking another term on the Snohomish County Council in District 5. Low is also a representative in the state House for Legislative District 39 and has served on both the Snohomish County Council and Lake Stevens City Council. In the Legislature, Low has been a reliable conservative vote, opposing bills to rebalance our tax code so everyone pays their share, protect tenants’ rights, and improve gun safety.
On the council, he has fought to direct public funding away from community needs and into further militarizing law enforcement. In past elections, Low has offered a more moderate right-wing alternative to extremist, MAGA opponents. For this reason, we have occasionally supported his candidacy in the past as a marginally better choice for Snohomish County residents. However, he is far from a progressive candidate and does not represent the leadership our community needs on the county council. In this race, we recommend Democrat Kelli Johnson.
Last updated: 2025-10-01
Republican Sam Low is seeking another term on the Snohomish County Council in District 5. Low is also a representative in the state House for Legislative District 39 and has served on both the Snohomish County Council and Lake Stevens City Council. In the Legislature, Low has been a reliable conservative vote, opposing bills to rebalance our tax code so everyone pays their share, protect tenants’ rights, and improve gun safety.
On the council, he has fought to direct public funding away from community needs and into further militarizing law enforcement. In past elections, Low has offered a more moderate right-wing alternative to extremist, MAGA opponents. For this reason, we have occasionally supported his candidacy in the past as a marginally better choice for Snohomish County residents. However, he is far from a progressive candidate and does not represent the leadership our community needs on the county council. In this race, we recommend Democrat Kelli Johnson.
Last updated: 2025-10-01
Woodinville City Council
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.
Last updated: 2025-10-13
Endorsed By: Washington Conservation Action, Planned Parenthood Alliance Advocates, Washington Bikes, 1st Legislative District Democrats , King County Democrats, Alliance for Gun Responsibility
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
Endorsed By: Washington Conservation Action
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Planned Parenthood Alliance Advocates
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Washington Bikes
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1st Legislative District Democrats , King County Democrats, Alliance for Gun Responsibility
Other Candidates
Jeff Lyon is challenging progressive incumbent Michelle Evans for Woodinville City Council, Position 1. Lyon is a Navy veteran and worked as a Deputy Sheriff in Chesapeake, VA. He has previously worked in the tech and cryptocurrency industries. Recently, he bankrolled the controversial Democratic Woodinville PAC with more than $150,000 of his own money, a previously unheard-of sum for Woodinville politics.
Lyon's Democratic Woodinville PAC caught the attention of the 1st District Democrats and the King County Democrats, both of which rejected any affiliation with the organization. While the PAC positions itself as an advocate for affordable housing and sustainable neighborhoods, it publicly opposes strategies that would support those goals. While they express disdain for developers who "fail to address our community's needs while creating urban sprawl," the PAC opposes downtown developments that would help avoid urban sprawl.
Lyon's conservative agenda has been exposed through his involvement in local neighborhood groups. Lyon explicitly said in private messages, "Woodinville is not and should not boom." He even expressed interest in funding a campaign for Al Taylor, a MAGA-aligned local conservative in favor of bringing DOGE to Washington State.
Lyon has been likened to Elon Musk, and with some good reason. Woodinville voters deserve honest and transparent leadership that serves the public's interests, not a conservative agenda disguised to mislead voters. We recommend Michelle Evans for Woodinville City Council, Position 1.
Last updated: 2025-10-08
Jeff Lyon is challenging progressive incumbent Michelle Evans for Woodinville City Council, Position 1. Lyon is a Navy veteran and worked as a Deputy Sheriff in Chesapeake, VA. He has previously worked in the tech and cryptocurrency industries. Recently, he bankrolled the controversial Democratic Woodinville PAC with more than $150,000 of his own money, a previously unheard-of sum for Woodinville politics.
Lyon's Democratic Woodinville PAC caught the attention of the 1st District Democrats and the King County Democrats, both of which rejected any affiliation with the organization. While the PAC positions itself as an advocate for affordable housing and sustainable neighborhoods, it publicly opposes strategies that would support those goals. While they express disdain for developers who "fail to address our community's needs while creating urban sprawl," the PAC opposes downtown developments that would help avoid urban sprawl.
Lyon's conservative agenda has been exposed through his involvement in local neighborhood groups. Lyon explicitly said in private messages, "Woodinville is not and should not boom." He even expressed interest in funding a campaign for Al Taylor, a MAGA-aligned local conservative in favor of bringing DOGE to Washington State.
Lyon has been likened to Elon Musk, and with some good reason. Woodinville voters deserve honest and transparent leadership that serves the public's interests, not a conservative agenda disguised to mislead voters. We recommend Michelle Evans for Woodinville City Council, Position 1.
Last updated: 2025-10-08
Amber Wise is running for Woodinville City Council, Position 3. Wise is currently the Vice Chair of the Public Spaces Commission in Woodinville. She is also a meatcutter apprentice at PCC- Redmond.
Wise's campaign is community-centered, prioritizing engagement and collaboration. She is supportive of a more walkable and environmentally friendly downtown area that fosters relationships between community members, businesses, health care providers, and more. She also supports the proposed community center and the Eastrail Trail to expand access to nature.
While we would like to hear more about Amber Wise's plans and proposed solutions, we recognize her endorsements from our partner organizations and recommend her for Woodinville City Council, Position 3.
Last updated: 2025-10-09
Amber Wise is running for Woodinville City Council, Position 3. Wise is currently the Vice Chair of the Public Spaces Commission in Woodinville. She is also a meatcutter apprentice at PCC- Redmond.
Wise's campaign is community-centered, prioritizing engagement and collaboration. She is supportive of a more walkable and environmentally friendly downtown area that fosters relationships between community members, businesses, health care providers, and more. She also supports the proposed community center and the Eastrail Trail to expand access to nature.
While we would like to hear more about Amber Wise's plans and proposed solutions, we recognize her endorsements from our partner organizations and recommend her for Woodinville City Council, Position 3.
Last updated: 2025-10-09
Endorsed By: M. L. King County Labor Council, AFL-CIO, Sage Leaders, UFCW 3000, King County Democrats
Amber Wise is running for Woodinville City Council, Position 3. Wise is currently the Vice Chair of the Public Spaces Commission in Woodinville. She is also a meatcutter apprentice at PCC- Redmond.
Wise's campaign is community-centered, prioritizing engagement and collaboration. She is supportive of a more walkable and environmentally friendly downtown area that fosters relationships between community members, businesses, health care providers, and more. She also supports the proposed community center and the Eastrail Trail to expand access to nature.
While we would like to hear more about Amber Wise's plans and proposed solutions, we recognize her endorsements from our partner organizations and recommend her for Woodinville City Council, Position 3.
Last updated: 2025-10-09
Endorsed By: M. L. King County Labor Council, AFL-CIO
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Sage Leaders
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UFCW 3000
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King County Democrats
Other Candidates
Rachel Best-Campbell is running for re-election for Woodinville City Council, Position 3. She previously ran a more moderate platform that included expanding public green spaces, reducing traffic congestion, and opposing the Woodinville transfer station. Since joining the council in 2019, she has not been a strong progressive voice and has been particularly disappointing in her approach to climate action.
Of greater concern is that Best-Campbell is endorsed by Democratic Woodinville, a local PAC created by Jeff Lyon. The PAC's mission is "to influence the outcome of City of Woodinville elections, ballot measures, and other local government activities." While the PAC positions itself as an advocate for affordable housing and sustainable neighborhoods, it publicly opposes strategies that would support those goals. On their website, they express disdain for developers who "fail to address our community's needs while creating urban sprawl." Yet, they oppose dense housing developments downtown that would help avoid urban sprawl. Rachel Best-Campbell and the entire Democratic Woodinville slate would be an obstacle to progress for the city.
Last updated: 2025-09-30
Rachel Best-Campbell is running for re-election for Woodinville City Council, Position 3. She previously ran a more moderate platform that included expanding public green spaces, reducing traffic congestion, and opposing the Woodinville transfer station. Since joining the council in 2019, she has not been a strong progressive voice and has been particularly disappointing in her approach to climate action.
Of greater concern is that Best-Campbell is endorsed by Democratic Woodinville, a local PAC created by Jeff Lyon. The PAC's mission is "to influence the outcome of City of Woodinville elections, ballot measures, and other local government activities." While the PAC positions itself as an advocate for affordable housing and sustainable neighborhoods, it publicly opposes strategies that would support those goals. On their website, they express disdain for developers who "fail to address our community's needs while creating urban sprawl." Yet, they oppose dense housing developments downtown that would help avoid urban sprawl. Rachel Best-Campbell and the entire Democratic Woodinville slate would be an obstacle to progress for the city.
Last updated: 2025-09-30
Sarah Arndt is running for re-election to the Woodinville City Council, Position 5. She was first elected to the council in 2021 and previously served as the Chair of Woodinville's Public Spaces Commission.
Arndt's priorities include expanding transportation options, preserving the environment, and increasing access to affordable housing. During her first term on the council, she has also worked to improve transparency with the public during this rapid period of growth for Woodinville.
Sarah Arndt is a committed progressive voice and earned your vote for the Woodinville City Council, Position 3.
Last updated: 2025-09-30
Sarah Arndt is running for re-election to the Woodinville City Council, Position 5. She was first elected to the council in 2021 and previously served as the Chair of Woodinville's Public Spaces Commission.
Arndt's priorities include expanding transportation options, preserving the environment, and increasing access to affordable housing. During her first term on the council, she has also worked to improve transparency with the public during this rapid period of growth for Woodinville.
Sarah Arndt is a committed progressive voice and earned your vote for the Woodinville City Council, Position 3.
Last updated: 2025-09-30
Endorsed By: Washington Conservation Action, The Urbanist, 1st Legislative District Democrats , King County Democrats, Eastside Firefighters Local IAFF 1762
Sarah Arndt is running for re-election to the Woodinville City Council, Position 5. She was first elected to the council in 2021 and previously served as the Chair of Woodinville's Public Spaces Commission.
Arndt's priorities include expanding transportation options, preserving the environment, and increasing access to affordable housing. During her first term on the council, she has also worked to improve transparency with the public during this rapid period of growth for Woodinville.
Sarah Arndt is a committed progressive voice and earned your vote for the Woodinville City Council, Position 3.
Last updated: 2025-09-30
Endorsed By: Washington Conservation Action
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The Urbanist
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1st Legislative District Democrats , King County Democrats, Eastside Firefighters Local IAFF 1762
Other Candidates
Bobby Amiri is also running for Woodinville City Council, Position 5. According to his campaign website, Amiri has lived in Woodinville for over thirty-five years and "helped thousands of families navigate complex situations," but does not elaborate further.
Amiri's policy proposals are somewhat vague, saying he will advocate for policies that "support local businesses" and "promote public safety," but he does not provide further details. If elected, Bobby Amiri would not be the progressive voice that Woodinville needs.
Last updated: 2025-10-15
Bobby Amiri is also running for Woodinville City Council, Position 5. According to his campaign website, Amiri has lived in Woodinville for over thirty-five years and "helped thousands of families navigate complex situations," but does not elaborate further.
Amiri's policy proposals are somewhat vague, saying he will advocate for policies that "support local businesses" and "promote public safety," but he does not provide further details. If elected, Bobby Amiri would not be the progressive voice that Woodinville needs.
Last updated: 2025-10-15
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.
Last updated: 2025-09-30
Endorsed By: Sage Leaders, Washington Conservation Action, Planned Parenthood Alliance Advocates, Sierra Club, 1st Legislative District Democrats , King County Democrats, Alliance for Gun Responsibility
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
Endorsed By: Sage Leaders
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Washington Conservation Action
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Planned Parenthood Alliance Advocates
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Sierra Club
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1st Legislative District Democrats , King County Democrats, Alliance for Gun Responsibility
Other Candidates
Jaren Hanson is running for Woodinville City Council, Position 7. He is a former police officer who currently serves in the Army Reserve.
Hanson is running a vague campaign prioritizing balanced development, preserving Woodinville, strong schools, and public safety. While he says he would support education initiatives for children's success and ensuring public safety, but does not detail further the policies he would support, if elected. He is also recommended by the King County GOP as the "best choice" in this race, indicating a more conservative lean.
We recommend re-electing James Randolph for Woodinville City Council, Position 7.
Last updated: 2025-10-09
Jaren Hanson is running for Woodinville City Council, Position 7. He is a former police officer who currently serves in the Army Reserve.
Hanson is running a vague campaign prioritizing balanced development, preserving Woodinville, strong schools, and public safety. While he says he would support education initiatives for children's success and ensuring public safety, but does not detail further the policies he would support, if elected. He is also recommended by the King County GOP as the "best choice" in this race, indicating a more conservative lean.
We recommend re-electing James Randolph for Woodinville City Council, Position 7.
Last updated: 2025-10-09
Northshore School Board
Two qualified candidates are running for Northshore School Board, Director, District 1: Carson Sanderson and Arun Sharma. We recommend Sanderson because of her strong support from community leaders and our progressive partner organizations.
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.
Last updated: 2025-09-30
Endorsed By: Planned Parenthood Alliance Advocates, Alliance for Gun Responsibility, Snohomish County Democrats, Washington Education Association
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
Endorsed By: Planned Parenthood Alliance Advocates
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Alliance for Gun Responsibility, Snohomish County Democrats, Washington Education Association
Arun Sharma is running for Director Jacqueline McGourty’s District 1 seat on the Northshore School Board. Sharma is the founder of a local nonprofit that represents the South Asian community and works to advance equity, helping people access essential services such as housing, education, food, and health care.
Sharma's campaign prioritizes holistic development, inclusive teaching, empowered learning, and equitable funding. He is supportive of expanding college and career readiness programs as well as STEAM opportunities, special education, and technical education. He emphasizes the need for a new funding model to support critical programs like the arts, music, STEAM, and enrichment.
Arun Sharma is an active community member who would also be a reliable voice on the Northshore School Board.
Last updated: 2025-09-30
Arun Sharma is running for Director Jacqueline McGourty’s District 1 seat on the Northshore School Board. Sharma is the founder of a local nonprofit that represents the South Asian community and works to advance equity, helping people access essential services such as housing, education, food, and health care.
Sharma's campaign prioritizes holistic development, inclusive teaching, empowered learning, and equitable funding. He is supportive of expanding college and career readiness programs as well as STEAM opportunities, special education, and technical education. He emphasizes the need for a new funding model to support critical programs like the arts, music, STEAM, and enrichment.
Arun Sharma is an active community member who would also be a reliable voice on the Northshore School Board.
Last updated: 2025-09-30
Endorsed By: 1st Legislative District Democrats , King County Democrats
Arun Sharma is running for Director Jacqueline McGourty’s District 1 seat on the Northshore School Board. Sharma is the founder of a local nonprofit that represents the South Asian community and works to advance equity, helping people access essential services such as housing, education, food, and health care.
Sharma's campaign prioritizes holistic development, inclusive teaching, empowered learning, and equitable funding. He is supportive of expanding college and career readiness programs as well as STEAM opportunities, special education, and technical education. He emphasizes the need for a new funding model to support critical programs like the arts, music, STEAM, and enrichment.
Arun Sharma is an active community member who would also be a reliable voice on the Northshore School Board.
Last updated: 2025-09-30
Endorsed By: 1st Legislative District Democrats , King County Democrats
Director Sandy Hayes is running for re-election to the Northshore School Board in District 4, where she has served since 2009. Hayes runs her own restorative justice-oriented group for criminal defense mitigation cases, working at the grassroots level to reform our criminal legal system while working to reduce overcrowding in our prisons. She formerly served as the president of, and still sits on the board of, the Washington State School Directors’ Association.
Hayes is a progressive leader on the school board with past achievements including introducing electric school buses to the fleet, launching a career day for local students, finding critical funding to build Ruby Bridges Elementary and North Creek High School, advocating for special education and students with disabilities, and increasing technology resources across the district.
Sandy Hayes has consistently been a respected progressive voice for Northshore schools and will undoubtedly bring a community-centered vision to another term on the board. We recommend Hayes for re-election to the Northshore School Board from District 4.
Last updated: 2025-09-30
Director Sandy Hayes is running for re-election to the Northshore School Board in District 4, where she has served since 2009. Hayes runs her own restorative justice-oriented group for criminal defense mitigation cases, working at the grassroots level to reform our criminal legal system while working to reduce overcrowding in our prisons. She formerly served as the president of, and still sits on the board of, the Washington State School Directors’ Association.
Hayes is a progressive leader on the school board with past achievements including introducing electric school buses to the fleet, launching a career day for local students, finding critical funding to build Ruby Bridges Elementary and North Creek High School, advocating for special education and students with disabilities, and increasing technology resources across the district.
Sandy Hayes has consistently been a respected progressive voice for Northshore schools and will undoubtedly bring a community-centered vision to another term on the board. We recommend Hayes for re-election to the Northshore School Board from District 4.
Last updated: 2025-09-30
Endorsed By: 45th Legislative District Democrats, 1st Legislative District Democrats , Snohomish County Democrats
Director Sandy Hayes is running for re-election to the Northshore School Board in District 4, where she has served since 2009. Hayes runs her own restorative justice-oriented group for criminal defense mitigation cases, working at the grassroots level to reform our criminal legal system while working to reduce overcrowding in our prisons. She formerly served as the president of, and still sits on the board of, the Washington State School Directors’ Association.
Hayes is a progressive leader on the school board with past achievements including introducing electric school buses to the fleet, launching a career day for local students, finding critical funding to build Ruby Bridges Elementary and North Creek High School, advocating for special education and students with disabilities, and increasing technology resources across the district.
Sandy Hayes has consistently been a respected progressive voice for Northshore schools and will undoubtedly bring a community-centered vision to another term on the board. We recommend Hayes for re-election to the Northshore School Board from District 4.
Last updated: 2025-09-30
Endorsed By: 45th Legislative District Democrats, 1st Legislative District Democrats , Snohomish County Democrats
Other Candidates
JoAnn Tolentino is a far-right candidate running for Northshore School Board Director, District 4. In a since-deleted Facebook post, Tolentino admitted she attended the January 6th Insurrection, referring to it as an exercise of her freedom of speech. Not surprisingly, she is recommended as the "best choice" in this race by the King County GOP. JoAnn Tolentino is an extremist and is out of touch with the needs of the Northshore School District.
We recommend re-electing Sandy Hayes due to her progressive work on the board and her endorsements.
Last updated: 2025-09-30
JoAnn Tolentino is a far-right candidate running for Northshore School Board Director, District 4. In a since-deleted Facebook post, Tolentino admitted she attended the January 6th Insurrection, referring to it as an exercise of her freedom of speech. Not surprisingly, she is recommended as the "best choice" in this race by the King County GOP. JoAnn Tolentino is an extremist and is out of touch with the needs of the Northshore School District.
We recommend re-electing Sandy Hayes due to her progressive work on the board and her endorsements.
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
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
Other Candidates
Lynda Schram is running for Northshore School Board Director, District 5. Originally from New York, Schram studied physics in school and obtained a teaching certificate. She is running a conservative campaign, saying, "Our kids aren't losers - we are failing them." She consistently echoes conservative anti-trans talking points that are meant to divide us. Lynda Schram's dangerous rhetoric is not representative of the Northshore School District.
Last updated: 2025-09-30
Lynda Schram is running for Northshore School Board Director, District 5. Originally from New York, Schram studied physics in school and obtained a teaching certificate. She is running a conservative campaign, saying, "Our kids aren't losers - we are failing them." She consistently echoes conservative anti-trans talking points that are meant to divide us. Lynda Schram's dangerous rhetoric is not representative of the Northshore School District.
Last updated: 2025-09-30