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State

Initiative to the People

Initiative Measure No. IP26-645

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Initiative Measure No. IP26-645 concerns state and local taxes. This measure would repeal a 9.9% tax on annual individual income over $1,000,000; prohibit taxes measured by individual income and taxes on individual income or the receipt of individual income; and define “income.” This measure would decrease funding for public K-12 education, higher education (including universities and community colleges), and human services (primarily healthcare). Should this measure be enacted into law?

YesNo

High stakesOfficial estimate: $11.4 billion over five years

“an estimated loss to state revenue of $11.4 billion over state fiscal years 2027-2031” Official source How this is worked out. Our rule, not a recommendation; it can't say what matters to you.

Would repeal the 9.9% tax on annual individual income over $1,000,000, prohibit taxes measured by or on individual income, and define "income." The state's fiscal statement says it would decrease funding for K-12 and higher education and human services (primarily healthcare).

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Debate · KUOW · 35 min“The debate over I-645, WA’s “millionaire’s tax”” · YouTube

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Initiatives to the Legislature

Initiative Measure No. IL26-001

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Initiative Measure No. IL26-001 concerns parental rights relating to their children in public school. This measure would repeal amendments to a statute listing certain rights of parents and guardians of public-school children and re-enact the law as it was originally enacted by Initiative to the Legislature 2081. Should this measure be enacted into law?

YesNo

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Would restore the parents' rights law (RCW 28A.605.005) as the Legislature passed it in 2024 and repeal the 2025 amendments. It lists rights of parents and guardians of public-school children, such as reviewing school records, receiving notifications, and opting their child out of certain activities.

Explainer · KUOW · 16 min · from 3:36“Parents' rights, trans athletes, and taxes: we break down the ballot” · YouTube

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Initiative Measure No. IL26-638

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Initiative Measure No. IL26-638 concerns participation in athletics at K-12 schools. This measure would prohibit students it defines as “biologically male” from competing in certain school athletic activities intended for female students only. It would require verification of biological sex by students’ healthcare providers. Should this measure be enacted into law?

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Would prohibit students it defines as "biologically male" from competing in certain school athletic activities intended for female students only, with biological sex verified by students' healthcare providers.

Explainer · KIRO 7 News · 3 min“Election 2026: I-638, the fight over youth school sports” · YouTube

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Federal

United States Representative

Congressional District No. 7

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What does this office do?

Your member of the U.S. House of Representatives: one of up to 435 who write and pass federal laws, elected every two years to represent your congressional district.

Voter Guider summary of U.S. House of Representatives, The House Explained (retrieved 2026-10-27)

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How the August 4 primary went

Pramila Jayapal84.4%
Nirav Sheth9.8%
Everyone else5.8%

Washington Secretary of State (retrieved 2026-10-30). Who voted then, not a forecast: fewer people vote in primaries.

Pramila Jayapal(Prefers Democratic Party)

“U.S. Representative, 2017-current; Washington State Senator, 2015-2017” · their statement

Nirav Sheth(Prefers Republican Party)

Candidate forum · Haller Lake Community Club · 2 min · YouTube

“No previous elected position however strong business background” · their statement

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Where they stand, in their sources' words

Pramila Jayapal: “I also lead landmark legislation to make higher education tuitionfree, guarantee housing as a human right, expand workers’ rights, raise the federal minimum wage, implement humane immigration reform, and establish an ultra-millionaire wealth tax.” Washington State Voters' Pamphlet 2026 (candidate statement)

No sourced position found for Nirav Sheth.

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United States Representative

Congressional District No. 9

partisan office

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What does this office do?

Your member of the U.S. House of Representatives: one of up to 435 who write and pass federal laws, elected every two years to represent your congressional district.

Voter Guider summary of U.S. House of Representatives, The House Explained (retrieved 2026-10-27)

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Interview · FOX 13 Seattle · 2 min · YouTube

How the August 4 primary went

Adam Smith47.1%
Doug Basler21.8%
Everyone else31%

Washington Secretary of State (retrieved 2026-10-30). Who voted then, not a forecast: fewer people vote in primaries.

Adam Smith(Prefers Democratic Party)

Video voters' guide statement · Adam Smith for Congress · 1 min · YouTube

“United States Representative, 1997-Current; Washington State Senator, 1991-1996” · their statement

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Doug Basler(Prefers Republican Party)

“Former King County Republican Party Vice Chairman; former Eastside Republican Club President and current Vice President; longtime Republican Precinct Committee Officer; candidate for U.S. Congress.” · their statement

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Where they stand, in their sources' words

Adam Smith: “Our healthcare system needs to be restructured to create a path to a single-payer plan like Medicare for All.” Washington State Voters' Pamphlet 2026 (candidate statement)

No sourced position found for Doug Basler.

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State

Legislative District No. 11

Representative Position No. 1

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What does this office do?

Each legislative district elects one state senator (four-year term) and two state representatives (two-year terms). They vote on the bills that become state law, and on the state budget.

Voter Guider summary of Washington State Commission on Asian Pacific American Affairs, About the Legislature (retrieved 2026-10-27)

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How the August 4 primary went

David Hackney42.4%
Ashley Fedan32%
Everyone else25.7%

Washington Secretary of State (retrieved 2026-10-30). Who voted then, not a forecast: fewer people vote in primaries.

David Hackney(Prefers Democratic Party)

“State Representative 11th LD, Pos 1 (2021-Present)” · their statement

Ashley Fedan(Prefers Democratic Party)

“Elected Experience: PCO 11th Legislative District, 2024 Democratic National Committee Delegate, Former 28th Legislative District PCO, Chairwoman.” · their statement

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Legislative District No. 11

Representative Position No. 2

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What does this office do?

Each legislative district elects one state senator (four-year term) and two state representatives (two-year terms). They vote on the bills that become state law, and on the state budget.

Voter Guider summary of Washington State Commission on Asian Pacific American Affairs, About the Legislature (retrieved 2026-10-27)

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Steve Bergquist(Prefers Democratic Party)

“State Representative” · their statement

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Legislative District No. 32

State Senator

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What does this office do?

Each legislative district elects one state senator (four-year term) and two state representatives (two-year terms). They vote on the bills that become state law, and on the state budget.

Voter Guider summary of Washington State Commission on Asian Pacific American Affairs, About the Legislature (retrieved 2026-10-27)

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Go deep, together:▶ Full forum · League of Women Voters of Snohomish County · 29 min ▶ Full debate · KUOW · 51 min

How the August 4 primary went

Cindy Ryu44.2%
Jesse Salomon37.6%
Everyone else18.2%

Washington Secretary of State (retrieved 2026-10-30). Who voted then, not a forecast: fewer people vote in primaries.

Cindy Ryu(Prefers Democratic Party)

Video voters' guide statement · Cindy Ryu for State Senate - LD 32 · 1 min · YouTube

“State Representative 2011-present.” · their statement

Jesse Salomon(Prefers Democratic Party)

“State Senator since 2019.” · their statement

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Legislative District No. 32

Representative Position No. 1

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What does this office do?

Each legislative district elects one state senator (four-year term) and two state representatives (two-year terms). They vote on the bills that become state law, and on the state budget.

Voter Guider summary of Washington State Commission on Asian Pacific American Affairs, About the Legislature (retrieved 2026-10-27)

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Go deep, together:▶ Full forum · League of Women Voters of Snohomish County (primary forum) · 1 h 7 min

How the August 4 primary went

Keith Scully26.6%
Danica Noble24.2%
Everyone else49.2%

Washington Secretary of State (retrieved 2026-10-30). Who voted then, not a forecast: fewer people vote in primaries.

Keith Scully(Prefers Democratic Party)

Candidate forum · LWV Snohomish County Communications · 2 min · YouTube

“Shoreline City Council (2016–present); Deputy Mayor (2020- 22); Mayor (2022–24).” · their statement

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Danica Noble(Prefers Democratic Party)

“No information submitted” · their statement

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Legislative District No. 32

Representative Position No. 2

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What does this office do?

Each legislative district elects one state senator (four-year term) and two state representatives (two-year terms). They vote on the bills that become state law, and on the state budget.

Voter Guider summary of Washington State Commission on Asian Pacific American Affairs, About the Legislature (retrieved 2026-10-27)

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Go deep, together:▶ Full forum · League of Women Voters of Snohomish County · 45 min

How the August 4 primary went

Lauren Davis71.6%
Imraan Siddiqi26.3%
Everyone else2.1%

Washington Secretary of State (retrieved 2026-10-30). Who voted then, not a forecast: fewer people vote in primaries.

Lauren Davis(Prefers Democratic Party)

“Your State Representative since 2019—my greatest responsibility and deepest honor” · their statement

Imraan Siddiqi(Prefers Democratic Party)

“None” · their statement

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Legislative District No. 34

State Senator

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What does this office do?

Each legislative district elects one state senator (four-year term) and two state representatives (two-year terms). They vote on the bills that become state law, and on the state budget.

Voter Guider summary of Washington State Commission on Asian Pacific American Affairs, About the Legislature (retrieved 2026-10-27)

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Emily Alvarado(Prefers Democratic Party)

“State Senator (2025-2026); State Representative (2023-2025)” · their statement

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Legislative District No. 34

Representative Position No. 1

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What does this office do?

Each legislative district elects one state senator (four-year term) and two state representatives (two-year terms). They vote on the bills that become state law, and on the state budget.

Voter Guider summary of Washington State Commission on Asian Pacific American Affairs, About the Legislature (retrieved 2026-10-27)

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Brianna K. Thomas(Prefers Democratic Party)

“Proudly serving as your State Representative since 2025.” · their statement

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Legislative District No. 34

Representative Position No. 2

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What does this office do?

Each legislative district elects one state senator (four-year term) and two state representatives (two-year terms). They vote on the bills that become state law, and on the state budget.

Voter Guider summary of Washington State Commission on Asian Pacific American Affairs, About the Legislature (retrieved 2026-10-27)

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Go deep, together:▶ Full forum · West Seattle Chamber of Commerce · 23 min

How the August 4 primary went

Joe Fitzgibbon74.5%
Mary Anito24.3%
Everyone else1.2%

Washington Secretary of State (retrieved 2026-10-30). Who voted then, not a forecast: fewer people vote in primaries.

Joe Fitzgibbon(Prefers Democratic Party)

“State Representative, 2010-present; House Majority Leader, 2022-present; Chair, House Environment & Energy Committee, 2014-2022” · their statement

Mary Anito(Prefers Democratic Party)

“Fiduciary, Retirement Plan Committee Member, REI CO-OP” · their statement

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Legislative District No. 36

State Senator

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What does this office do?

Each legislative district elects one state senator (four-year term) and two state representatives (two-year terms). They vote on the bills that become state law, and on the state budget.

Voter Guider summary of Washington State Commission on Asian Pacific American Affairs, About the Legislature (retrieved 2026-10-27)

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How the August 4 primary went

Noel C. Frame87.7%
Jillian England12.1%
Everyone else0.2%

Washington Secretary of State (retrieved 2026-10-30). Who voted then, not a forecast: fewer people vote in primaries.

Noel C. Frame(Prefers Democratic Party)

“State Senator, 2023-present; State Representative, 2016-2023; Vice Chair of Finance, Ways & Means Committee; Vice Chair, Human Service Committee; Member, Juvenile Justice Partnership Council; Past Co- Chair, Children & Youth Behavioral Health Work Group.” · their statement

Jillian England(Prefers Republican Party)

“Elected Precinct Committee Officer since 2007; Vice Chair, 36th Legislative District Republican Party” · their statement

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Legislative District No. 36

Representative Position No. 1

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What does this office do?

Each legislative district elects one state senator (four-year term) and two state representatives (two-year terms). They vote on the bills that become state law, and on the state budget.

Voter Guider summary of Washington State Commission on Asian Pacific American Affairs, About the Legislature (retrieved 2026-10-27)

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Julia Grant Reed(Prefers Democratic Party)

“Current State Representative, 36th LD” · their statement

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Legislative District No. 36

Representative Position No. 2

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What does this office do?

Each legislative district elects one state senator (four-year term) and two state representatives (two-year terms). They vote on the bills that become state law, and on the state budget.

Voter Guider summary of Washington State Commission on Asian Pacific American Affairs, About the Legislature (retrieved 2026-10-27)

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Liz Berry(Prefers Democratic Party)

“State Representative (2021-present); Precinct Committee Officer (2014-present)” · their statement

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Legislative District No. 37

State Senator

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What does this office do?

Each legislative district elects one state senator (four-year term) and two state representatives (two-year terms). They vote on the bills that become state law, and on the state budget.

Voter Guider summary of Washington State Commission on Asian Pacific American Affairs, About the Legislature (retrieved 2026-10-27)

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Go deep, together:▶ Full forum · Building Changes, League of Education Voters Foundation and SESEC · 1 h 12 min

How the August 4 primary went

Chipalo Street73.8%
Tatiana Brown25.4%
Everyone else0.8%

Washington Secretary of State (retrieved 2026-10-30). Who voted then, not a forecast: fewer people vote in primaries.

Chipalo Street(Prefers Democratic Party)

Candidate forum · Building Changes · 2 min · YouTube

“State Representative, 2023-present” · their statement

Tatiana Brown(Prefers Democratic Party)

“This is my first run for elected office.” · their statement

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Where they stand, in their sources' words

Chipalo Street: “I earned positions in Democratic leadership and on tax and budget committees to champion the millionaires tax, which funds education, expands healthcare access, and cuts taxes for working families.” Washington State Voters' Pamphlet 2026 (candidate statement)

No sourced position found for Tatiana Brown.

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Legislative District No. 37

Representative Position No. 1

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What does this office do?

Each legislative district elects one state senator (four-year term) and two state representatives (two-year terms). They vote on the bills that become state law, and on the state budget.

Voter Guider summary of Washington State Commission on Asian Pacific American Affairs, About the Legislature (retrieved 2026-10-27)

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Go deep, together:▶ Full forum · Building Changes, League of Education Voters Foundation and SESEC · 1 h 12 min

How the August 4 primary went

Kelabe Tewolde51.5%
Sharon Tomiko Santos47.9%
Everyone else0.6%

Washington Secretary of State (retrieved 2026-10-30). Who voted then, not a forecast: fewer people vote in primaries.

Kelabe Tewolde(Prefers Democratic Party)

“First time candidate running to bring needed generation change to Olympia” · their statement

Sharon Tomiko Santos(Prefers Democratic Party)

Candidate forum · Building Changes · 3 min · YouTube

“Chair, Education Committee; Member, Finance Committee and Consumer Protection and Business Committee.” · their statement

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Legislative District No. 37

Representative Position No. 2

partisan office

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What does this office do?

Each legislative district elects one state senator (four-year term) and two state representatives (two-year terms). They vote on the bills that become state law, and on the state budget.

Voter Guider summary of Washington State Commission on Asian Pacific American Affairs, About the Legislature (retrieved 2026-10-27)

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How the August 4 primary went

Jaelynn Scott88.3%
Evon McCorkle10.9%
Everyone else0.8%

Washington Secretary of State (retrieved 2026-10-30). Who voted then, not a forecast: fewer people vote in primaries.

Jaelynn Scott(Prefers Democratic Party)

“N/A” · their statement

Evon McCorkle(Prefers Independent Party)

“No prior elected office experience” · their statement

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Legislative District No. 43

State Senator

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What does this office do?

Each legislative district elects one state senator (four-year term) and two state representatives (two-year terms). They vote on the bills that become state law, and on the state budget.

Voter Guider summary of Washington State Commission on Asian Pacific American Affairs, About the Legislature (retrieved 2026-10-27)

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Go deep, together:▶ Full interview · KUOW · 34 min ▶ Full interview · KUOW · 51 min

How the August 4 primary went

Jamie Pedersen66.7%
Hannah Sabio-Howell23.5%
Everyone else9.8%

Washington Secretary of State (retrieved 2026-10-30). Who voted then, not a forecast: fewer people vote in primaries.

Jamie Pedersen(Prefers Democratic Party)

“Democratic Majority Leader (2025-present), State Senator (2013-present), State Representative (2007-2013), 43rd District.” · their statement

Hannah Sabio-Howell(Prefers Democratic Party)

“None.” · their statement

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Legislative District No. 43

Representative Position No. 1

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What does this office do?

Each legislative district elects one state senator (four-year term) and two state representatives (two-year terms). They vote on the bills that become state law, and on the state budget.

Voter Guider summary of Washington State Commission on Asian Pacific American Affairs, About the Legislature (retrieved 2026-10-27)

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How the August 4 primary went

Nicole Macri91.5%
Alby Clendennin7.4%
Everyone else1.1%

Washington Secretary of State (retrieved 2026-10-30). Who voted then, not a forecast: fewer people vote in primaries.

Nicole Macri(Prefers Democratic Party)

“State Representative (2017-present)” · their statement

Alby Clendennin(Prefers Democratic Party)

“No information submitted” · their statement

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Legislative District No. 43

Representative Position No. 2

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What does this office do?

Each legislative district elects one state senator (four-year term) and two state representatives (two-year terms). They vote on the bills that become state law, and on the state budget.

Voter Guider summary of Washington State Commission on Asian Pacific American Affairs, About the Legislature (retrieved 2026-10-27)

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Shaun Scott(Prefers Democratic Party)

“Washington State Representative, 43rd Legislative District (2025-present).” · their statement

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Legislative District No. 46

State Senator

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What does this office do?

Each legislative district elects one state senator (four-year term) and two state representatives (two-year terms). They vote on the bills that become state law, and on the state budget.

Voter Guider summary of Washington State Commission on Asian Pacific American Affairs, About the Legislature (retrieved 2026-10-27)

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Go deep, together:▶ Full forum · Haller Lake Community Club · 1 h 53 min

How the August 4 primary went

Javier Valdez90.6%
Sandra Stephens9.2%
Everyone else0.3%

Washington Secretary of State (retrieved 2026-10-30). Who voted then, not a forecast: fewer people vote in primaries.

Javier Valdez(Prefers Democratic Party)

“State Senator, Chair of the State Government, Tribal Affairs, and Elections Committee.” · their statement

Sandra Stephens(Prefers Republican Party)

“Elected to the National Association of Pro-Life nurses for two terms: 1988-1992” · their statement

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Legislative District No. 46

Representative Position No. 1

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What does this office do?

Each legislative district elects one state senator (four-year term) and two state representatives (two-year terms). They vote on the bills that become state law, and on the state budget.

Voter Guider summary of Washington State Commission on Asian Pacific American Affairs, About the Legislature (retrieved 2026-10-27)

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Go deep, together:▶ Full interview · KUOW · 52 min ▶ Full forum · Haller Lake Community Club · 1 h 53 min

How the August 4 primary went

Gerry Pollet51.6%
Will Dreher30.7%
Everyone else17.7%

Washington Secretary of State (retrieved 2026-10-30). Who voted then, not a forecast: fewer people vote in primaries.

Gerry Pollet(Prefers Democratic Party)

“Your State Representative since 2012.” · their statement

Will Dreher(Prefers Democratic Party)

“Longtime public servant who prosecuted January 6th rioters, defended civil rights, and clerked for U.S. Supreme Court Justice Elena Kagan; first time candidate.” · their statement

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Legislative District No. 46

Representative Position No. 2

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What does this office do?

Each legislative district elects one state senator (four-year term) and two state representatives (two-year terms). They vote on the bills that become state law, and on the state budget.

Voter Guider summary of Washington State Commission on Asian Pacific American Affairs, About the Legislature (retrieved 2026-10-27)

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Go deep, together:▶ Full forum · Haller Lake Community Club · 1 h 53 min

How the August 4 primary went

Darya Farivar89.4%
Rodney 'Star' Thornley10%
Everyone else0.6%

Washington Secretary of State (retrieved 2026-10-30). Who voted then, not a forecast: fewer people vote in primaries.

Darya Farivar(Prefers Democratic Party)

“Darya Farivar is a Washington State Representative for the 46th LD and the first Middle Eastern woman elected to the Washington State Legislature.” · their statement

Rodney 'Star' Thornley(Prefers Independent Party)

“None” · their statement

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County

Prosecuting Attorney

nonpartisan office

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What does this office do?

Leads the county's prosecutors, who bring charges for every felony in King County and for misdemeanors outside city limits. Also the county government's lawyer in civil cases.

Voter Guider summary of King County Prosecuting Attorney's Office (retrieved 2026-10-27)

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Leesa Manion

Video voters' guide statement · Seattle Channel · 2 min · YouTube

“King County Prosecutor; formerly Chief of Staffand Deputy Prosecutor” · their statement

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Assessor

nonpartisan office

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What does this office do?

Runs the office that values property in King County for property taxes, hears appeals of those values, and runs the property tax relief programs.

Voter Guider summary of King County Assessor (retrieved 2026-10-27)

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Rob Foxcurran

“Senior Appraiser, City of Seattle; Former King County Hearing Examiner” · their statement

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Dominique M Scarimbolo

“Small Family Business Owner, CAPR King County Chapter President” · their statement

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Director of Elections

nonpartisan office

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What does this office do?

Leads King County Elections, which serves a third of Washington's voters by mail: getting voters registered and their ballots cast and counted.

Voter Guider summary of King County Elections, About us (retrieved 2026-10-27)

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Julie Wise

“Current King County Director of Elections, 26-year election administrator, farmer” · their statement

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Metropolitan King County

Council District No. 2

short and full term

nonpartisan office

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What does this office do?

One of nine councilmembers who make King County's laws and policies and adopt its budget. Each represents a district of over 260,000 people, elected without party labels for four years.

Voter Guider summary of Metropolitan King County Council (retrieved 2026-10-27)

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Rebecca Saldaña

“B.A. Humanities and Theology, Seattle University” · their statement

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Toshiko Grace Hasegawa

“Seattle University Masters, Criminal Justice; Bachelors, Criminal Justice; Bachelors, Spanish; Garfield High School; Kimball” · their statement

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Metropolitan King County

Council District No. 4

nonpartisan office

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One of nine councilmembers who make King County's laws and policies and adopt its budget. Each represents a district of over 260,000 people, elected without party labels for four years.

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Jorge L. Barón

“King County Councilmember; Former Executive Director, Northwest Immigrant Rights Project” · their statement

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Metropolitan King County

Council District No. 8

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What does this office do?

One of nine councilmembers who make King County's laws and policies and adopt its budget. Each represents a district of over 260,000 people, elected without party labels for four years.

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Teresa Mosqueda

“County Councilmember; labor champion, children's advocate, public health policy leader” · their statement

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Nick Duda

“Former data analytics consultant; recent City Councilmember Policy Lead” · their statement

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State Supreme Court

Justice Position No. 1

unexpired 2-year term

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What does this office do?

One of nine justices on Washington's highest court. Its decisions become state law that every other court follows, and it sets the rules for all of the state's courts.

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How the August 4 primary went

Colleen Melody52.9%
Scott Edwards29.3%
Everyone else17.7%

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Colleen Melody

Interview · LWV Washington · 8 min · YouTube

“Supreme Court Justice.” · their statementNot rated (N/A) · King County Bar Assn.

Scott Edwards

Interview · LWV Washington · 7 min · YouTube

“Ballard Spahr/Lane Powell (2010-present) (Practice Chair 2010-2024) (Board 2017-2019, 2023-24); Perkins Coie (1999-2010); Bogle & Gates (1996-1999).” · their statementNot rated (N/A) · King County Bar Assn.

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Justice Position No. 3

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One of nine justices on Washington's highest court. Its decisions become state law that every other court follows, and it sets the rules for all of the state's courts.

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David Stevens35.1%
Jaime Michelle Hawk33.3%
Everyone else31.6%

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David Stevens

“Superior Court Judge; Senior Felony Prosecutor; Federal Public Defender, Chief Public Defender Colville Confederated Tribes; Federal Prosecutor; International Prosecutor in Pristina, Kosovo; Justice Advisor in Bamiyan, Afghanistan.” · their statementNot rated (N/A) · King County Bar Assn.

Jaime Michelle Hawk

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“Judge Jaime Hawk has been a state and national legal leader for over 20 years.” · their statementNot rated (N/A) · King County Bar Assn.

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Justice Position No. 4

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One of nine justices on Washington's highest court. Its decisions become state law that every other court follows, and it sets the rules for all of the state's courts.

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Ian Birk

“Judge, State Court of Appeals, appointed by Governor Jay Inslee, then elected.” · their statementNot rated (N/A) · King County Bar Assn.

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Sean O'Donnell

“Judge on King County Superior Court since 2013; Washington State Supreme Court Justice Pro Tem; elected Superior Court Judges' Association President by judges statewide; Chief of King County's Family Law and Criminal Departments; Special Inquiry Judge; mental health court lead judge; prosecutor for 12 years, served on the Green River Task Force and tried Washington's first human trafficking case; Special Assistant United States Attorney; statewide court security task force chair.” · their statementExceptionally Well Qualified · King County Bar Assn.

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Justice Position No. 5

unexpired 2-year term

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What does this office do?

One of nine justices on Washington's highest court. Its decisions become state law that every other court follows, and it sets the rules for all of the state's courts.

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Theo Angelis35.9%
Dave Larson32.1%
Everyone else32%

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Theo Angelis

“Current Supreme Court Justice appointed by Governor Ferguson following a diverse, award-winning 26-year legal career as a Partner at K&L Gates.” · their statementNot rated (N/A) · King County Bar Assn.

Dave Larson

“41 years legal experience; trial judge (18 years, Ret.), trial lawyer (23 years).” · their statementNot rated (N/A) · King County Bar Assn.

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Justice Position No. 7

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What does this office do?

One of nine justices on Washington's highest court. Its decisions become state law that every other court follows, and it sets the rules for all of the state's courts.

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How the August 4 primary went

Debra L. Stephens54.4%
Todd A. Bloom27.1%
Everyone else18.5%

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Debra L. Stephens

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“Current Chief Justice and Justice since 2008.” · their statementNot rated (N/A) · King County Bar Assn.

Todd A. Bloom

“Over two decades of providing legal and professional services to private and publicly-held companies, executives, business owners and Washington families; served as an Arbitrator for FINRA from 1999 to 2020.” · their statementNot rated (N/A) · King County Bar Assn.

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Court of Appeals, Division No. 1, District No. 1

Judge Position No. 5

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What does this office do?

A judge on the court that hears most appeals from the county superior courts. It must take every appeal filed, and can uphold, overturn, change or send back a lower court's decision.

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David S. Mann

“Judge, Division I, Court of Appeals, serving since 2016 and authoring more than 500 opinions.” · their statement

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Judge Position No. 6

nonpartisan office

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What does this office do?

A judge on the court that hears most appeals from the county superior courts. It must take every appeal filed, and can uphold, overturn, change or send back a lower court's decision.

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Bill A. Bowman

“Appointed by Governor Jay Inslee to the Washington Court of Appeals in January 2020; King County Superior Court Judge (2011-2020); Black Diamond Municipal Court Presiding Judge (2011); King County Public Defender, King County Deputy Prosecuting Attorney and an attorney in private practice for nearly two decades” · their statement

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West Electoral District

Judge Position No. 1

short and full term

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What does this office do?

A judge on the county's District Court, which hears misdemeanor crimes (such as DUI, reckless driving and fourth-degree assault) and smaller civil cases.

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Bardi Martin

“King County District Court Judge, Attorney, 19 years” · their statement

Nyjat Rose-Akins

“King County Court Pro Tem Judge; former Assistant City Attorney” · their statement

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Judge Position No. 2

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What does this office do?

A judge on the county's District Court, which hears misdemeanor crimes (such as DUI, reckless driving and fourth-degree assault) and smaller civil cases.

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Kuljinder K. Dhillon

“King County District Court Judge” · their statement

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Judge Position No. 3

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What does this office do?

A judge on the county's District Court, which hears misdemeanor crimes (such as DUI, reckless driving and fourth-degree assault) and smaller civil cases.

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Rebecca Robertson

“Judge, King County District Court” · their statement

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Judge Position No. 4

short and full term

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What does this office do?

A judge on the county's District Court, which hears misdemeanor crimes (such as DUI, reckless driving and fourth-degree assault) and smaller civil cases.

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Yvonne Chin

“King County District Court Judge” · their statement

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Judge Position No. 5

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What does this office do?

A judge on the county's District Court, which hears misdemeanor crimes (such as DUI, reckless driving and fourth-degree assault) and smaller civil cases.

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Kristin Shotwell

“King County District Court Judge” · their statement

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City

City of Seattle

Council District No. 5

unexpired 1-year term

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What does this office do?

The City Council makes Seattle's laws (ordinances), sets city policy and approves the city's budget.

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Nilu Jenks

“Bachelor of Arts, Economics and Spanish, Wellesley College” · their statement

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Julie Kang

“Seattle University, University of Washington Director & Faculty” · their statement

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Seattle Municipal Court

Judge Position No. 1

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What does this office do?

One of seven elected judges on Seattle's city court, the busiest of its kind in the state. It hears misdemeanor crimes (such as DUI, domestic violence, theft and trespass) and civil infractions.

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Cat McDowall

“Seattle Municipal Court Judge” · their statement

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Judge Position No. 2

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One of seven elected judges on Seattle's city court, the busiest of its kind in the state. It hears misdemeanor crimes (such as DUI, domestic violence, theft and trespass) and civil infractions.

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Katharine Edwards

“Supervising Public Defender” · their statement

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Judge Position No. 3

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One of seven elected judges on Seattle's city court, the busiest of its kind in the state. It hears misdemeanor crimes (such as DUI, domestic violence, theft and trespass) and civil infractions.

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Pooja Vaddadi

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Judge Position No. 4

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One of seven elected judges on Seattle's city court, the busiest of its kind in the state. It hears misdemeanor crimes (such as DUI, domestic violence, theft and trespass) and civil infractions.

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Anita Crawford-Willis

“Presiding Judge, Municipal Court of Seattle” · their statement

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Judge Position No. 5

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One of seven elected judges on Seattle's city court, the busiest of its kind in the state. It hears misdemeanor crimes (such as DUI, domestic violence, theft and trespass) and civil infractions.

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Gabe Rothstein

“Public Defender, Judge Pro tempore” · their statementWell Qualified · King County Bar Assn.

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Garmon Newsom

“Seattle Municipal Court Pro Tem Judge; former City Attorney” · their statementNot rated (N/A) · King County Bar Assn.

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Judge Position No. 6

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One of seven elected judges on Seattle's city court, the busiest of its kind in the state. It hears misdemeanor crimes (such as DUI, domestic violence, theft and trespass) and civil infractions.

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Shantrice Anderson

“Civil Attorney, Pro Tem Judge/Magistrate” · their statement

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Judge Position No. 7

nonpartisan office

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One of seven elected judges on Seattle's city court, the busiest of its kind in the state. It hears misdemeanor crimes (such as DUI, domestic violence, theft and trespass) and civil infractions.

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Damon Shadid

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City

City of Seattle

Proposition No. 1

Seattle Transit Measure

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The City of Seattle adopted Ordinance No. 127474 concerning funding for transit service and related transportation needs in Seattle. The City of Seattle’s Proposition 1 would dedicate funding to transit services benefiting Seattle residents, including more frequent service; affordable fare programs for qualifying individuals; reliability, access, and climate projects; enhanced service on RapidRide and routes serving regional centers and high equity priority areas; facilitation of Sound Transit expansion; and others as provided in Ordinance 127474. It authorizes a 0.3% sales and use tax for up to ten years to replace the current voter-approved 0.15% sales tax expiring March 31, 2027. Should this Proposition be approved?

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2026 General Election — Seattle, WA

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2026 General Election — Seattle, WA

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