Voters' Pamphlet - Clark County - Washington State

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Voters’ Pamphlet Clark County Official Local

August 2, 2022 Primary and Special Election

Look for your Primary Election ballot by July 21, 2022

Published by the Clark County Auditor’s Office

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Table of contents

Voter ResourcesElections Director letter .............................................................................. 3

Voting in Washington State | Be an informed voter ................................... 4

What district am I in? ................................................................................. 5

Ballot deposit locations ........................................................................... 6-7

Accessible voting ........................................................................................ 8

Voting instructions ..................................................................................... 9

Washington State's new voting rights .......................................................10

Do your part! ..............................................................................................11

Voter Registration Form ........................................................................... 63

Candidate StatementsUnited States Senate ............................................................................12-20

United States House of Representatives 3rd Congressional District .......... 21-25

State of Washington Secretary of State ................................................. 26-29

State House of Representatives 17th Legislative District .......................................................................... 30-33 18th Legislative District .......................................................................... 34-36 20th Legislative District ...............................................................................37 49th Legislative District ......................................................................... 38-39

Clark County Assessor ..................................................................................................... 40 Auditor ................................................................................................. 40-41 Clerk ........................................................................................................... 41 Councilor, District No. 1 .......................................................................... 42-43 Councilor, District No. 2 ..........................................................................44-45 Councilor, District No. 5 .......................................................................... 46-47 Prosecuting Attorney .................................................................................. 48 Sheriff ...................................................................................................48-49 Treasurer ................................................................................................... 50

Public Utility District No. 1 of Clark County Commissioner, District No. 2 ....................................................................50-51

Ballot MeasuresClark County .........................................................................................52-53

La Center School District No. 101 ......................................................... 54-55

Ridgefield School District No. 122 .........................................................56-57

Clark-Cowlitz Fire Rescue ......................................................................... 58

Clark County Fire Protection District No. 5 ............................................... 59

Clark County Fire Protection District No. 6 ............................................... 60

Clark County Fire Protection District No. 10 .............................................. 61

Who donates to campaigns?View financial contributors for candidates and measures:

Public Disclosure Commission pdc.wa.gov Toll Free 877-601-2828

Political partiesWashington State Democrats PO Box 4027 Seattle, WA 98194 206-583-0664 [email protected] wa-democrats.org

Washington State Republicans 11811 NE 1st Street, Ste. A306 Bellevue, WA 98005 425-460-0570 [email protected] wsrp.org

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Dear Clark County Voter,

Welcome to the 2022 Primary Voters’ Pamphlet.

Recently enacted law created an opportunity for citizens who will be 18 years old by November 8 (the date of the General Election) and who register to vote no later than August 2 (the date of the primary) to cast a vote in the primary for candidates. Ballots for these “primary only voters” will only have offices on them, there will be no measures or precinct committee officers on those ballots.

Following the decennial federal census governments with internal districts are required to adjust the boundaries of those districts. In Clark County this “redistricting” resulted in a change of the legislative and/or county council district for many voters. You can find out what districts you reside in online at VoteWA.gov or by contacting the Elections Department at 564-397-2345 or via email at [email protected].

In 2021 voters amended the Clark County Charter to make all county offices nonpartisan. It is no longer an option for candidates for these offices to declare a political party preference when they file a Declaration of Candidacy and candidates’ political party preference will not appear on the ballot.

Over the past year the Elections Department has been experiencing delays in the delivery of voted ballots by the USPS. Ballot envelopes with a postmark of Election Day or earlier are accepted for processing up to, and including, the day before the election is certified, however we encourage you to consider mailing your voted ballot a day or two earlier than you have done in the past. We also encourage you to use one of the 22 ballot drop boxes in Clark County (locations of these may be found online at clarkvotes.org and on pages 6-7 of this voters’ pamphlet.

Precinct Committee Officers (“PCOs”) are elected in the even numbered years. Each precinct has two PCOs, a Republican and a Democrat. If only one person files for one of these offices, that person is deemed to have been elected and their name does not appear on the ballot.

If you need to update your voter registration name or address, page 63 of this voters’ pamphlet is a Voter Registration form that you can use, or you can do that online at clarkvotes.org, or by calling the Elections Office.

If you are a registered voter and have not received your primary ballot in the mail by Thursday, July 21, please contact the Elections Office for a replacement ballot.

Democracy works best when citizens participate in the collective decision making process. I hope you will join in by casting your ballot in the Primary and Special Election on August 2nd. Every vote counts!

Sincerely,

Cathie Garber Director of Elections Clark County Auditor’s Office

Elections Director Letter

Elections Director letter

Has your address changed? Has your signature changed? Lost or damaged ballot?Contact: Clark County Elections Office564-397-2345 [email protected]

Mailing address PO Box 8815 Vancouver, WA 98666-8815

Street address 1408 Franklin Street, Vancouver

For other formats, contact the Clark County ADA OfficeVoice 564-397-2322Relay 711 or 800-833-6388Fax 564-397-6165Email [email protected]

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Voting in Washington State | Be an Informed Voter

Voting in Washington StateRegistering to vote Registering takes only a few minutes, and you may do it by mail or online at VoteWA.gov.

A Washington driver’s license or ID is required to register online. You may also complete a new voter registration form (page 63) or contact the Elections Office by mail, email or phone.

The deadline to receive new voter registrations and voter updates to existing registrations online, by phone or by mail is 5 pm Monday, July 25, 2022.

You may still register and update existing voter registrations after July 25, but you must do so in person by 8 pm Tuesday, August 2.

Who is eligible to vote?The requirements for registering to vote are simple. You must be a United States citizen, 18 years or older on November 8, 2022 and live in Clark County 30 days prior to the election.

How to voteClark County voters will receive their ballots by mail. If you are a registered voter in Clark County, we will mail you a ballot for every election in which you are entitled to participate.

The page Voting instructions (page 9) in this pamphlet explains how to vote. Please read the instructions in this pamphlet. We want your vote to count!

Lost or damaged ballot?If you lose your ballot, or it becomes damaged, you can obtain a replacement ballot by contacting the Elections Office.

Phone: 564-397-2345 Email: [email protected] Mailing address: PO Box 8815, Vancouver, WA 98666-8815 Street address: 1408 Franklin Street, Vancouver Speech-to-speech relay: 800-833-6384

Read all about it� The Columbian

columbian.com� The Oregonian

oregonlive.com/elections� The Camas-Washougal Post-Record

camaspostrecord.com� The Reflector

thereflector.com� Clark County Today

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League of Women Voters For a schedule of events or candidate forums, see their website at lwvclarkcounty.org or call 360-693-9966.

Watch cable TVCVTV Clark-Vancouver Television on Comcast cable channels 21 and 23. Election coverage will include candidate forums and interviews of candidates in various races. See TV listings in The Columbian, cable channel 2, and the CVTV website, cvtv.org or call 360-696-8233.

If you do not have cable TV you can obtain video tapes of any program from CVTV.

Look online� Election coverage can be found on

the Clark County Elections Office website at clarkvotes.org.

� All Fort Vancouver Regional Library District branches and Camas Public Library have computers with internet connections available for public use during their business hours.

� Follow links provided by candidates to their website, or contact them by email or phone. Contact information listed for candidates is current as of publication date.

Be an informed voter. Here’s how.There are many sources of information for citizens wishing to know more about candidates, and coverage of the August 2, 2022 Primary and Special Election.

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What District am I in?

What district am I in?

� Log in to VoteWA.gov to view your personalized voter information

� Refer to your voter registration card to view your jurisdictions

� Contact Clark County Elections: 564-397-2345 [email protected]

� Visit clarkvotes.org and click on “Voter Resources” in the left-hand column and select “Voter District Information”. Click “Open Fullscreen Map” for easier viewing. Click on the layer list icon that is located directly under the address field to select which district you want to look up. Select one district at a time or multiple if you prefer. Enter your address. Zoom in and out of the map to follow the district lines.

Are you wondering which jurisdictions you live in?There are several ways to find out:

To view detailed maps of the Clark County Council districts and all other jurisdictions, visit clarkvotes.org.

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Ballot Deposit Locations

Ballot deposit locations

Yacolt

Hockinson

AmboyWoodland

Camas Washougal

BattleGround

BrushPrairie

Vancouver

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Padden PkwyNE 78th St

NE 164th Ave NE 192nd Ave

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Ballot Deposit Locations

Election Day is Tuesday, August 2, 2022. Starting on July 15 until 8 pm on Election Day, you may return your voted ballot in person to our office, or to one of the following locations:

Clark County Elections Office 1408 Franklin Street, Vancouver Regular hours open 8 am to 5 pm, Monday through Friday Election Day open 7 am to 8 pm

Ballot deposit locations

Red permanent ballot drop boxes (available 24 hours a day until 8 pm on Election Day)

Vancouver locations

Clark College 1933 Fort Vancouver Way (between Hanna Hall and the Penguin Bldg. near flagpole, walk-up only)

Clark Public Utilities Operations Center 8600 NE 117th Avenue (southeast parking lot)

Downtown Vancouver West 14th and Esther Streets

Fisher’s Landing Transit Center 3510 SE 164th Avenue

Hazel Dell – 99th Street Transit Center 9700 NE 7th Avenue (Between 94th & 99th Streets)

Pioneer Elementary/Frontier Middle School 7600 NE 166th Avenue (parking lot between the two schools)

Shahala Middle School 601 SE 192nd Avenue (located near flagpole)

Thomas Jefferson Middle School 3000 NW 119th Street (parking lot)

USPS – Cascade Park area 13651 NE 4th Street (next to USPS blue mail boxes)

Vancouver Mall Southeast of Macy’s near the C-Tran Vine Station (parking lot)

WSU-Vancouver 14204 NE Salmon Creek Avenue (WSU Entrance Road entering from NE Salmon Creek Avenue, turn right at the first street into the south parking lot)

Other Clark County locations — **two boxes have been relocated

Amboy Middle School 22115 NE Chelatchie Road, Amboy (west parking lot)

**Battle Ground Post Office 418 W Main Street, Battle Ground (next to the blue USPS mailboxes)

Brush Prairie Post Office 12012 NE 150th Circle, Brush Prairie

Camas Post Office Downtown 440 NE 5th Avenue, Camas

Camas Washougal Municipal Court 89 C Street, Washougal

Hockinson Community Center 15916 NE 182nd Avenue, Brush Prairie (parking lot)

La Center 1001 E 4th Street, La Center (west end of parking lot)

**Ridgefield Junction Park and Ride Pioneer Street exit, east of I-5, 125 N 65th Ave, Ridgefield (north side of parking lot)

Ridgefield School District Administrative Office 510 Pioneer Street, Ridgefield (walk-up only)

Washougal Library 1661 C Street, Washougal (walk-up only)

Yacolt Primary School 507 W Yacolt Road, Yacolt (south parking lot)

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Accessible Voting

Accessible votingUsing the Touch WriterClark County voters with disabilities have the option of casting their ballot independently using an accessible voting unit.

The Touch Writer voting unit is a ballot marking electronic machine that allows voters with disabilities, including those who are blind, mobility-impaired or lack upper-body dexterity, to vote privately and independently. The Touch Writer is in a booth that is wheelchair-accessible.

Beginning 18 days before each election, this accessible voting machine is available from 8 am to 5 pm, and on Election Day from 7 am to 8 pm at the Clark County Elections Office, 1408 Franklin Street, Vancouver.

To get to the Elections Office on C-Tran, take bus #25 Fruit Valley and St. Johns route. The bus stop is located at Franklin Street and Mill Plain Boulevard.

About the Touch WriterThe Touch Writer is accessible in several ways:

� For those who cannot operate the Touch Writer using the buttons and wheel, special interface devices are available as shown here.

� For those who cannot see or read the Touch Writer screen, use the headphones with volume control to hear the ballot.

Accessible features� Those who are visually impaired or have difficulty

reading can listen to the ballot. The SELECT wheel is the trigger to the audio. Turning clockwise moves the listener through the ballot. To hear something repeated, turn the SELECT wheel counterclockwise. Those using hearing aids with a telecoil mode may use their neckloop rather than the headphones.

� Voters who lack upper-body dexterity can use the jelly switches to move through the ballot. The RED jelly switch is the same as the SELECT wheel. The GREEN jelly switch is the same as the ENTER button.

� Voters with quadriplegia can use their sip-n-puff to vote the ballot. Sip to move through the ballot. Puff to mark your choice.

The Touch Writer unit is in a wheelchair-accessible booth.

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Voting Instructions

Voting instructionsHere are a few important reminders to make sure your ballot is counted.Your ballot packet will be mailed to you approximately 18 days before the August 2, 2022 Primary and Special Election. It will contain:

� An instruction sheet that explains the voting process � The official ballot where you will mark your choices� A secrecy sleeve � A postage-paid return envelope with a green stripe

Follow the instruction sheet included with your ballot to seal, sign, date and return your ballot.

You must sign and date your return envelope in order for your ballot to be counted!� Sign in the signature box that has YOUR name

printed on the envelope.

� If you registered to vote online, or when you obtained your driver’s license, the signature on your driver’s license is the signature in your voter registration record.

� If you are unsure about the signature in your voter registration record, we encourage you to call the Elections Office at 564-397-2345. We can provide a description of the signature you used when you registered to vote.

� Do NOT sign someone else’s name, even if you have power of attorney.

� Voting over the phone by having someone else fill out and sign your ballot is against the law. Voters can call us at 564-397-2345 to learn about the options for voting while they are out of town.

� Drop boxes are available if you don’t want your signature to go through the mail. See pages 6-7 for a complete list of ballot deposit locations.

Mark your ballot by completely filling in the box to the left of your choice with a black or blue ink pen. If you want to vote for a candidate not appearing on the ballot, mark the box to the left of the dotted line provided to indicate your choice. Be sure to mark only one choice for each race or measure on the ballot.

Check your ballot to be sure you have voted for the candidates and measures you intended. Make sure you mark only one response box in each race or measure. If you mark more than one, your vote in that race will not be counted. Your other votes will be counted if they are done correctly. Leaving an office or ballot measure blank will not invalidate your ballot.

If you make a mistake marking your ballot, draw a line through the incorrectly marked choice as shown. You then have the option of marking another choice.

Example: Candidate 2 has been chosen.

One candidate has been marked and the box is filled in completely.

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Washington State's New Voting Rights

Washington State's new voting rights17-year-old votersNew Washington Legislation passed in March of 2020 allows 17-year-olds who will be 18 by the November 8 General Election to vote in the August 2 Primary starting this year.

Sixteen and seventeen year-olds can pre-register and will automatically be registered when they are eligible to vote.

Pre-registering can be done through:� Clark County Elections Office� Department of Licensing� Online at VoteWA.gov

Not sure if you've pre-registered?Go to VoteWA.gov and find out. Make sure your physical and mailing address are current so you receive your ballot.

For more information see Senate Bill 6313—Washington State Legislature.

Felony Conviction and Voting RightsNew Washington Legislation went into effect January 1, 2022 regarding convicted felons and their right to vote.

When is my right to vote restored?� If you were convicted of a felony in a Washington

State court, your right to vote is restored automat-ically once you are no longer serving a sentence of total confinement in prison.

� If you were convicted of a felony in another state or in federal court, your right to vote is restored automatically as long as you are no longer serving a sentence of total confinement in prison.

� You do not lose the right to vote for a misdemeanor conviction or a conviction in juvenile court.

Registering to voteOnce your right to vote is restored, you must register to vote even if you were previously registered. You do not need a certificate of discharge to register to vote.

You can register to vote at:� Clark County Elections Office� Department of Licensing� Online at VoteWA.gov

For more information see Substitute House Bill 1078—Washington State Legislature.

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Do Your Part!

Do your part!While the Elections Office is continually updating the voter rolls with information from the Department of Licensing, the post office, local obituaries and a monthly public health deceased list, you can do your part by following these simple steps:

� Update your address with the Elections Office whenever it changes. Address changes can be made online through VoteWA.gov, by email, mail or phone until 5 pm July 25. You may update your registration in-person until 8 pm on Election Day.

� If you are a snowbird or a college student, use our simple web form or call to set up a temporary or seasonal mailing address.

� Return to Sender! If you receive a ballot for a person who does not live at your residence, write “Does not live here” on the unopened envelope and put it back in the mail. This does not apply to military or overseas voters.

� If you receive a ballot for a recently deceased voter, write “Deceased” on the unopened envelope and put it back in the mail. We will research and follow up.

Keeping up-to-date with the Elections Office is quick and easy!

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!Candidate and measure statements are printed exactly as submitted. Clark County Elections does not correct punctuation, grammar, typos or inaccurate information.

Candidate statements and contact information are current as of publication date. Please visit the online voters' guide at clarkvotes.org and click on the VoteWA graphic to see a personalized voters' guide with the most current information.

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Henry Clay DennisonPrefers Socialist Workers Party

Elected Experience No Information Submitted

Other Professional Experience Currently a rail worker and a member of the SMART-TD union. A union coal miner for 18 years. Worked in textile, steel, and other industries, joining coworkers to fight for better conditions.

Education The Black struggle and other workers' struggles taught me a profound confidence in the solidarity and fighting capacity of the working class here and internationally

Community Service Participation in actions supporting Black farmers fighting land loss, protests against police brutality, against anti-Jewish attacks, and in solidarity with immigrant workers. Defending free speech and debate, and standing against anti-working class, anti-scientific "cancel culture" and "wokeism"..

Statement The Socialist Workers Party campaign presents a course for working people to organize, defend ourselves, and make gains amid deepening world capitalist crises. Workers need to break from the Democrats and Republicans, and use our unions to form a party of millions of working people, a labor party, to speak and fight in our interests.

Moscow’s troops out of Ukraine now! U.S. troops & nuclear weapons out of Europe! End U.S. sanctions, which hurt working people. International working-class solidarity, including between Ukrainian and Russians toilers, is key to defeating Moscow’s invasion. Workers here share common interests with fellow working people worldwide, not the rulers who exploit us. For unconditional recognition of Israel as a refuge for Jews, increasingly scapegoated for the capitalist crisis, and facing murderous violence.

Workers need access to healthcare, childcare, family planning, easier adoption, contraception, and safe and secure abortion. Solidarity with farmers, who face soaring production costs and threat of foreclosure. Nationalize the land, to guarantee use by those who live on and work it.

Defend Cuba’s socialist revolution, which shows it is possible for workers and farmers to transform ourselves in struggle, take political power, and begin to uproot capitalist exploitation. End the U.S. economic war against Cuba!

Working people face long hours and insufficient time off. The labor movement must fight for a shorter work week with no cut in pay to create jobs, prevent layoffs, and allow family life. For cost-of-living raises of wages and retirement benefits with every price rise! To defend life and limb on the job, workers must aim for control of production.

Only a revolutionary government of workers and farmers can build a society in the interests of the majority. That’s what the SWP fights for.

Phone 206-323-1755Email [email protected] themilitant.com

Mohammad Hassan SaidPrefers Democratic Party

Elected Experience Precinct Committee for Grant County. State Delegate-Democratic Convention. National Platform Committee 1988. Former Vice Chair-Democratic Central Committee for Grant County. Committeeman-Washington State Democratic Central Committee 2016.

Other Professional Experience Healthcare expert, holding one of the highest medical degrees in the U.S. Expert of US-Arab /Muslim relations. Combined following of over 424k followers on Facebook (Dr.Mohammad Said).

Education M.D. honors, PhD honors, MPH, Specialities: Internal Medicine, Family Practice, Geriatrics, Preventative & Alternative Medicine, Former Asst. Clinical Professor at VA in Fargo, ND. Fluent in Arabic, Spanish, English.

Community Service 15 years of volunteer work at WA State correction facilities (local, county, & state).

Statement In 1992 as co-founder, I attended Rainbow Coalition in Seattle with intentions to run for U.S. Senate at the same time Senator Patty Murray came for endorsement. They convinced me to withdraw my name on her behalf and I agreed. Since 1992, senator Patty Murray was elected for WA state & is the chairman of Health and other departments.

I had been a doctor practicing in the state of WA for 38+ years with no complaints against me. Unexpectedly, the Health department suspended my medical license based on misinformation & what I suspect to be racism and Islamophobic. My case was handled through Zoom due to the pandemic and those members if the medical commission were all below my education and experience. I was racially targeted and they said I was demented and unable to practice. That misinformation came from a geriatrician, a member of LGBT whom I visited to get a second medical opinion on some issues. An attorney presented several supporting evidence, proving I was a competent medical doctor. The commission however, were convinced by an assistant attorney general who had been against me for years and I have evidence of that.

I wrote to Patty Murray, the chairman of the Health department, as this was her department. Why did not do anything? I decided to publish not only my grievances but also that of hundreds of my patients, as I am running for U.S. Senate.

I advocate amendments to the constitution which include War Powers Act, direct trade with foreign countries by states, National Guard to be under state control, Second Amendment as a privilege and not a right, allow foreign-born Americans to run for President, and U.S. Congress to meet in states by rotation. For more extensive information, visit my Facebook and website.

Phone 509-881-4525Email [email protected] drsaid.net

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John GuentherPrefers Republican Party

Elected Experience None, which is an attribute. Please read my statement carefully, I am about one thing results and I will bring results through this position.

Other Professional Experience State and Tribal.

Education MSW, I have every intention of getting involved in education on a

local level. We have to fix where our schools are at. I will work with both parties to focus on test scores, vouchers, and helping all schools.

Community Service A great deal of service. I am a Tribal member who will reach out to both sides of the aisle, and I will be involved with fixing crime and homelessness on a local level.

Statement My name is John Guenther, I am a Republican candidate for the US Senate. I am calling on votes from Democrats, Independents, and Republicans. I promise members of Congress or their significant others will not be permitted to own individual stocks and I will get term limits for the House and Senate; or I will not run again. Under my watch, we will fight the printing of money and the massive debts we are under, and we will stop inflation.

I will fight crime by ensuring Judges don’t allow dangerous individuals out on bail. I will ensure Prosecutors file on dangerous individuals, I will fund the police, and will stop tent cities in city limits. I will be involved locally.

With education, focus on the basics, bring up test scores, why are poor and minority schools always the worst? We need to look at vouchers. Teach sex ed at home, and end CRT.

With energy, yes to alternative sources, but bring back nuclear, and get the uranium, oil and gas from American states. I will support legal immigration, and stop this surge. With foreign affairs, operate from a position of strength, stop allowing countries that are hostile to America, take over America. We are about to accidentally enter WWIII.

I want to Reach out to Republicans and say, hardliners will not win, vote for me. Democrats, I will work closely with you and will work on a local level to make our State safe again, and help our educational system. With Independents, do you trust the direction we are going? We need leadership to right this wrong. I am saying to all three groups, vote for me and you will get results. I will not tell you that I have a plan, I will produce or not run again.

Email [email protected] johnguenther4senate.com

Tiffany SmileyPrefers Republican Party

Elected Experience No prior elected experience, but an extensive background building coalitions and working with members from both parties to enact legislation reforming the Veterans Administration and improving veterans’ health care.

Other Professional Experience Triage nurse, full-time caregiver, President and Co-Founder of “Hope Unseen,” veteran's advocate, mother of three growing boys.

Education Whitworth College- Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Community Service KADLEC Foundation Board, Elizabeth Dole Foundation, National Chamber for Hiring our Heroes, Veterans Airlift Command, Camp Corral, Smart Women Smart Money, Policy Vet Board

Statement Tiffany Smiley grew up on a farm in rural Washington and dreamed of becoming a nurse. When she married her high school sweetheart, Scotty Smiley, and achieved her goal of becoming a triage nurse it seemed she’d achieved her version of the American Dream. That dream was shattered in April of 2005 when she was informed that her husband had been blinded by a suicide car bomber in Mosul, Iraq. At 23, Tiffany quit her nursing job and flew to Walter Reed Army Medical Center to be by Scotty’s side.

At Walter Reed, Tiffany had to stand up to the federal government and fight for Scotty, his dreams and the care he had earned. For Tiffany, her experience with the military bureaucracy highlighted the challenges facing many service members and their families. Tiffany became their voice, going to Capitol Hill and meeting with anyone who would listen to her. She built coalitions with members from both sides of the aisle which ultimately resulted in real reform of the VA to help the catastrophically injured and their caregivers.

Drawing on her experiences as a veteran's advocate, Tiffany will build coalitions and work for policies that improve public safety and protect Washington families, combat spiraling gas prices and the inflation that’s hurting the middle class and address the homeless crisis plaguing our communities. Tiffany will be a strong supporter of our men and women in law enforcement whose sacrifices keep our streets safe and allow Washington communities to thrive. As the mother of three school-age boys, Tiffany will invest in our schools to provide every child with a brighter future. Tiffany has earned the endorsement of the Washington State Republican Party. From a small farm in Eastern Washington to the nation’s capital, Tiffany will be a voice for all of Washington.

Phone 509-542-7914Email [email protected] smileyforwashington.com

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Dan Phan DoanStates No Party Preference

Elected Experience I have the privileged to represent South Korea and Japan in giving advice on how to best run their newly democratic sovereignty with respect to their historical aspects that contributes to the overall development of their citizens today.

Other Professional Experience No Information Submitted

Education Seattle University, Seattle WA: Bachelor of Science in Computer Science 2017; South Seattle College, Seattle WA: Associate of Science in Computer Science 2015

Community Service No Information Submitted

Statement My name is Dan Doan and I am interested in running for US Senate to help the laid the foundation for the future young generation of politicians who choose to pursue the opportunity to run for office. The essence of democracy is "We the People" meaning it is the constituents that decide who they should elect not based on popularity but rather on intelligence that can make wise decisions on their behalf for the greater good of the country.

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Dr Pano ChurchillPrefers Democratic Party

Elected Experience I have been the elected leader of the environmental parliament, with 20yrs experience. I am also the elected leader of the independent Lincoln Party, which I have successfully led since 1999, and I am always working for the growth of a multiparty Democracy in our Country.

Because of my professional experience I wish to represent the People of Washington state.

Other Professional Experience My experience as an Innovator in Public Health and Pharmaceutical discovery innovations, enables me to understand & support the Health Care needs of all Americans. CRISPR -- A Revolution in Medicine, Evolution & Adaptation: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09YYN2T37; Brain Software: https://www.lulu.com/en/us/shop/dr-pano-churchill/brain-software/ebook/product-23558548.html?page=1&pageSize=4; Articles: www.BEB.mobi

Education No Information Submitted


Statement As a Democrat, I have always the interests of the people at heart, because I truly believe that democracy is the best form of government for all the people across this Earth.

My Bachelors of Arts & Science from the University of Washington, followed by many years of study at the Environmental University of Oxford graduating with a Public Health PHD & Environmental Science and Cybernetics. (PPE)

All of my life I have extended myself to the community, with non profit work at "People's Health International" working against endemic diseases such as Tuberculosis and many other communicable illnesses that ravage the most neglected human beings at the bottom of the pyramid.

It is my fervent belief that government by the people, from the people and for the People -- shall never perish from this Earth, if we can help it.

That is, if we can help it be maintained as discussed in our party manifest, and as "We Democrats and Independents" can coalesce into a strong majority that will push through our political agenda of Growth, Equality in front of the eyes of the law, and Equanimity in opportunity to harvest the American Dream that is promised to all of us, but rarely delivered to the ones who are less fortunate amongst us, because of racial divisions, lack of economic opportunity for most, and also because we are still tied up to the carriage of runaways that preach systemic racism and white supremacy, and still happen to be the majority of our elected officials. This is what I am here to change, and that is why I ask for your vote.

Thank You

Phone 650-636-3939Email [email protected] Churchill2022.com

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Dave SaulibioPrefers JFK Republican Party

Elected Experience Yes, I have no elected experience. However, I do have food for thought for middle- road Democrats and voters with unhappy wallets.

Other Professional Experience CEO, DAS Electronics (Army contract award for wireless systems); Manager,

Boeing, 737 Airplane Electrical Wiring

Education BA Business Administration, University of Washington: Economics, Finance, Accounting; BA Political Science, Chaminade University: Constitutional Law & Government

Community Service Army veteran, Captain, Second Infantry Division. Incidentally, I was a middle-road, JFK (John F. Kennedy) legacy Democrat. The Democratic Party abandoned me. I became a Republican. Praise God.

Statement The 7% inflation in 2021, the worst in 40 years, cost the average U.S. household $3,500 more for the same goods and services.

Think about this. The ineffective career politicians in charge, who just messed up your wallet, want another chance. Bad idea.

This election, cut your losses.

Vote your unhappy wallet a Senator (and Representative) who will sponsor tried-and-true policies that foster prosperity.

Specifically, under Democrat President John F. Kennedy, almost everything was made-in-the-USA, America was energy independent, our border was secured, and inflation was 1%. With policies like JFK, Donald Trump’s inflation rate was 1.2%.

Something else. Article IV, Section 4, in the Constitution, protects each state against invasion. Accordingly, I oppose amnesty for illegal aliens. These people invaded America.

Phone 509-208-1674Email [email protected] unhappywallet.com

Sam CusmirPrefers Democratic Party


Other Professional Experience Developed and operated two adult care facilities the last twenty years. Before, he was employed in a machine shop holding a variety of duties, and the other was participating in a family-owned remodel

construction business.

Education Renton Technical College; Certified Nursing Assistant; 2000 CNA; 2009 CNA Adm/Mgt; High School graduation 1998; Apprenticeship in a machine shop 1999; Additional Studies-Coursework in Business and yearly continuing education

Community Service He was included in a church building project, in Kent 2017. This group provided both physically and financially. His business has been giving support to orphan/widow programs local and abroad, and included for adulty facility clients.

Statement He and his wife and their six children live in Kent Washington. Born in Resita, Romania 1980, he was among twelve children. They immigrated in 1990 with parents and eight of the siblings. They all have eventually acquired United States citizenship. His wife is also from Romania, and they have been married for twenty years. They have been in business together since 2001. Outside his family, you can always find him at work, at the shop, or at the farm. Buying and selling real estate, construction work, small businesses, and farming are among his favorites. His successfulness has attracted him to running for office. In all of what is happening now, he has been seeing what new measures government should be taking. Certain things need "More of it!" until adequate completion. We've only started. In this society, good programs and personnel for security in schools need more development. A system to achieve accountability for government officials and workers needs to be created. The effect of Covid on everything still need recovery, not just resuming. Endeavors to gain what is needed to do something, to invest in capital, and the to discover a marketable service, all have been his good choices. He would like to have the opportunity to make good choices for you.

Email [email protected] cusmir.com

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Bill HirtPrefers Republican Party

Elected Experience Elected as president of class of twenty-five 1957 Armstrong Iowa High School graduates

Other Professional Experience Boeing Engineer 1962 to 1998

Education BS in 1961 and MS in 1962 in Aerospace Engineering from Iowa State Engineering


Statement This year's candidacy marks a decade of not trying to win but to use the Voters' Pamphlet to attract viewers to the posts on my blog http://stopeastlinknnow.blogspot.com. It began in response to the Seattle Times failure to recognize Sound Transit had a board of elected officials and a CEO that didn't understand the basics of public transportation.

That 4-car light rail trains don't have the capacity to reduce peak-hour congestion on multi-lane freeways and cost too much to operate during off-peak commute. That the billions already spent on Prop 1 extensions will do nothing to reduce freeway congestion. They're only a down payment on ST3 "voter approved" extensions whose costs have increased from the $54B voters approved in 2016 to $135B in 2922; yet don't increase capacity but add to operating cost.

The Times has abided Sound Transit no longer releasing quarterly service reports that would have shown Northgate Link ridership was ~8000, a fraction of the 42,000-49,000 the paper had heralded as "Transit Transformed". Portending even worse debacles for the "voter approved" ST3 extensions; my goal to expose.

This year it will also allow state residents to vote for someone who doesn't believe the country is systemically racist, believes teaching CRT doesn't benefit students, and that sex education should be age appropriate. That Gov. Inslee should explain the benefits of EVs whose batteries are charged by fossil fueled generators and whose owners don't pay gas taxes to fund roads. Who questions the efficacy of his carbon tax when the country only emits 15% of the planet's CO2 and a Dec NAS paper conclusion:

CO3 warming effect decreases with concentration. CO2 has less and less effect with increased concentration. CO2 can go to 1000 to 2000 to 5000ppm and it won't warm the earth

Phone 425-747-4185Email [email protected] stopeastlinknow.blogspot.com

Jon ButlerPrefers Independent Party

Elected Experience #Familycourtreformchallenge

Other Professional Experience Go duckduckgo or google #familycourtreformchallenge, to find out more about me, my Facebook page is open.

Education Been going to college and mostly been on the Dean's list. From Pierce College, then to the 4-year University SNHU. Double major in BA Political Science (International Relations) and BA in Criminal Justice (Advocacy & Humanities).

Community Service Firefighter and rescue team for Okanagan Firefighter Department District 16 and I've was a chef though Caregivers Network to help the needy. Helping parents and children in America and abroad in Family Court issues, also 10 years.

Statement My name is Jon Butler, I'm running for Untied States Senator of Washington State/ My platform is Family Court Reform and Family Law Reform. I've been an advocate for going on 10 years now. Helping parents and children here in Washington to around the country and the world. Family Courts have destroyed families, dreams of our children and their parents for over a century. It Started in 1910. It is time to stop the abuse on Washingtonians and the American parents. I would like to Butler Corps, like Job Corps but for older adults: the homeless vets, woman and men. Where people can get a good education/trade and off the street, to get them a job. Everyone needs just a nudge in the right direction. Also, I would love to give teachers raises and better incentives. They are on the front line our generations to come, and they should be treated like the best. Furthermore, somethings that has been on my heart to do is, limit terms on politicians. This has never been done in history. It is time to make history and make this happen. There are other great things I would love to get done for us Washingtonians, from creating stricter laws on pedophiles, stricter voter ID laws, again term limits, to even raising he speed limits on some highways. Plus, to step it up I don't ask for donations, my name isn't bought like most of them are. I even will be giving the paycheck back to the public. Giving it back to local communities and building families up. The other part will go to building Butler Corps. I am not asking for money. I'm asking for your vote. God bless, God bless Washington and God bless America! #familycourtreformchallenge

Phone 509-878-4222Email [email protected] facebook.com/jon.butler.3194/

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Bryan SolstinPrefers Democratic Party

Elected Experience Legal experience includes passing the patent bar and working as a U.S. patent agent.

Other Professional Experience Senior aerospace propulsion engineer and software developer.

Education Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering at BYU.

Community Service As a senior aerospace engineering, I led the creation of educational content. And continue to create content at Solstin Org Podcasts. sites.libsyn.com/415226 Focus is STEM, our broken monetary system, and sound money is the doorway to renaissance. As Senator Solstin, I will continue educational efforts. I fully support my wife’s community effort. Dr. Solstin is from Uganda. She has dedicated her career to Washington’s homeless and women’s psychiatry.

Statement Social Liberal and Fiscal Conservative

Fix Our Broken Monetary System: Inflation is at a 40-year high. US debt is $30 trillion and accelerating. Since 1971, The Fed’s money printing is administered like a painkiller. After 50 years, the US economy is addicted to synthetic stimulus. We can forgo the Weimar Republic pattern. There is a way out. Wtfhappenedin1971.com

Since 1971, wealth inequality continues to widen. QE and money printing is the biggest wealth transfer to the financial class in human history. Money printing is bleeding the working class. Inflating housing, food, and fuel. The root cause of homelessness. We are in a large-debt cycle and Bitcoin will provide relief from the failing US Dollar. As Senator Solstin, I will focus on fixing our broken monetary system. Bitcoin eliminates the magic money printer. Eliminates inflation. Crypto does not. Crypto is fiat.

I want to be Senator Solstin to give control back to citizens. I advocate privacy, individual sovereignty, and private property. In summary, Bitcoin. Nothing else is sufficiently decentralized. As a privacy advocate, I will fight every CBDC effort, including countries who implement a CBDC. The US worker shouldn’t compete with an ultra-centralized, economy. Central Bank Digital Coin is slave money. Dystopian. I’m happy to debate this with any opponent.

Conservationist: I will fight for clean air, clean water, clean soil, and clean energy.

STEM Leadership: The internet’s TCP/IP accelerates the velocity-of-data. Bitcoin's BTC/LN accelerates the velocity-of-value. Both protocols demonstrate decentralized resiliency, and accelerates the digital transformation of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM). I will strategically invest in STEM's digital transformation, accelerating abundance and prosperity for everyone. The aging US Senate desperately needs proven, STEM leadership. In the next term, Senator Murray will be 78.

Email [email protected] SOLSTIN.ORG

Martin D. HashStates No Party Preference

Elected Experience Third in U.S. House race last election cycle. 1000+ political podcasts & 10+ years as moderator of a political forum.

Other Professional Experience Founder & CEO of a successful Tech company. Multiple industry recognitions as an innovator. Author/novelist/

playwright of 20+ books & 3 movie productions. Travel writer from 100+ countries.

Education 3 Doctorates: Medicine (MD), Law (JD) & Computer Science (PhD). 3 Master's degrees: Medical Science (DHE), Engineering (MSE) & Business (MBA). Bachelor’s degree in Electrical & Electronic Engineering (BSEE).

Community Service Various volunteer activities.

Statement As the world’s only-ever simultaneously licensed doctor, lawyer, accountant & engineer, plus business owner & creative; all kinds of people can talk with me about highly complicated issues. I have traditional values but willing to change my mind when the facts change. I cannot be bribed, intimidated nor extorted, and have no vices: I’m the kind of qualified and incorruptible citizen who should be in Congress. Please join me in helping our great country continue to succeed. See my Kindle booklet, “The Center” (available on Amazon), for my positions.

Phone 360-901-8089Email [email protected] MartinHash.com

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Patty MurrayPrefers Democratic Party

Elected Experience Shoreline School Board, State Senator, United States Senator

Other Professional Experience Shoreline Community College Cooperative Preschool Teacher

Education Graduate, Washington State University


Statement These last few years have been some of the toughest for our state that I can remember. But that has only made me more determined to be a strong voice in the other Washington for our workers and families—one who listens to the people of our state first and foremost, and always stands up for our values and priorities.

As your Senator, I focus on results and concrete ways I can make life better for people in our state. I led the Senate in passing legislation last year to get our kids back into the classroom safely, make COVID vaccines available to everyone who needed them, and help small businesses and families make ends meet through difficult times.

Right afterward, I got to work to help pass the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, which will create good-paying union jobs in every part of our state, improve public transit, expand lower-cost clean energy, establish universal broadband, and upgrade our bridges, ferries, and ports to strengthen supply chains.

And, I negotiated a bipartisan budget that funds local priorities Washington workers and families like you have told me about, like helping veterans find housing and expanding job training.

I will always stand up to those who want to roll back workers’ rights, jeopardize American democracy, or ban abortions. I believe the economy should work for everyone in our state, not just those at the very top. Instead of tax cuts for the rich, I want to lower families’ costs for basics like health care and child care–make housing, college, and career and technical education more affordable, and invest in American manufacturing to bring good jobs back home.

I ask for your vote so I can keep fighting for you and everyone here in Washington state.

Phone 206-678-5798Email [email protected] pattymurray.com

Thor AmundsonPrefers Independent Party

Elected Experience None.

Other Professional Experience Watching C-Span for 30 years

Education Eisenhower High school, Yakima, Washington.

Community Service Built fish ladders and state and federal water betterment projects throughout the state.

Statement Hi, I’m Thor Amundson, and I am a pro-democracy candidate and freedom of choice and freedom of speech. Born and raised in Eastern Washington, I’ve lived and worked throughout the state, and this has given me the opportunity to talk with people in all walks of life, and to consider the variety of issues facing them. I believe that without a little more opportunity for the next generation, we cannot have a healthy civilization.

If corporations move to other countries, they should follow the same rules and labour practices as in the USA. Stop shipping logs, jobs, and clean air and water over seas. Turn off reactor at Hanford and no new reactor; stop making the mess. Replace Hanford with geothermal power generation. Nationwide public internet access for everyone and net neutrality. Ban the use of certain weed killers on federally funded sites like easements, fencelines, ditch banks, and public schools; reintroduce the monarch butterfly to Washington state. Overturn Citizen's United.

Picture a state and a nation where your children can afford to live. Annex Weyerhaeuser's land and give away 250k free off-the-grid homesteads in WA state. A place where elected officials are chosen by the people, not by their financial contributors. Make C-Span more entertaining. Rather than propose campaign reform, I’m going to implement it. I am not an attorney, and I am not a politician. Therefore, there will be no question about who I am working for. I will lead Washington into the 21st century.

Bring our Washington Orca back from Florida. Please vote for Thor Amundson, U.S. Senate.

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Charlie (Chuck) JacksonPrefers Independent Party

Elected Experience Have read the Constitution and the Bill of Rights. The responsibility of Section 8 of the Constitution was abdicated to the Federal Reserve Bank. The Bolt (fishing) Decision was an honest call, Article 6 Paragraph 2, Treaties supersede the Constitution. Over 30 million laws on the book, how many

are Special Interest Legislation; how many were riders on must past spending bills. No elected experience, but it appears looking at situations from a different point of view could be beneficial.

Other Professional Experience Over 40 years Military, Research, Tankers, Container Ships and Ferry Vessels

Education Licensed United States Coast Guard Ship Engineer


Statement We have a serious problem and even as wealthy as this Nation is, this is getting expensive. $30,400,000,000,000 National Debt along with increasing interest rates; the postponement/abandonment of dealing with this has left the United States in a precarious financial situation, Interest Payments this year will exceed $600 Billion (1.7 Billion Each Day).

The incumbent has been in office 29 years; the National Debt has increased over $26,400,000,000,000 during her time in office. Without your help it will not get repaired, the people who created this mess have no incentive to fix it. Grandmothers, moms, your kids and grandkids have gotten Fleeced!

Not learning from but repeating history is Insane yet here we are again, will the catastrophic results repeat also? George Washington's farewell speech in 1798 addressed Political Parties and the damage they would inflict on this Nation because of Potentates and Despotism; the cost of abandoning Virtue and Morality for Legalism; the dangers and damage of Outside Foreign Influence; along with the irresponsibility and cost associated with an unfettered National Debt.

Thomas Jefferson stated: "I know no safe depository of the ultimate powers of society but the people themselves; and if we think them not enlightened enough to exercise their control with a wholesome discretion, the remedy is not to take it from them, but to inform their discretion by education."

Unfortunately there are no term limits; the Elephants and Asses (Republicans and Democrats) defrauded/deceived you, your kids and your grandkids! The only way to get rid of the lifers in the House and Senate is to remove/fire them all. If you are tired of the status quo, help change it. It's past time to clean house.

Have been writing about the Nation Debt since 1992, operate two websites Scaryreality.com, 2004; Insanityrules.org, 2019. Thanks Chuck

Email [email protected] InsanityRules.org

Naz PaulPrefers Independent Party





Statement I am a successful entrepreneur, businesswoman, wife, and mother. Born and raised in Bellevue, WA, I have watched firsthand our state’s downfall. Friends ask me “Naz, why would you put yourself out in the angry political world?” Simple. As the daughter to Iranian immigrants and as wife to a husband whose family fled the Socialist Republic of Romania, I have seen sacrifice. I love my country, I love the constitution, and I want there to be a future for my children and yours! As an independent, I believe that our differences empower us and that respect is essential, even when we disagree. We all see the bad direction our country is headed and we all see the hypocrisy among both sides of the establishment. We all want change. I am that change.

I believe our 2-party system does not care for the common citizen. They pledge their allegiance to their party. I will pledge allegiance to our country and the people of WA! I promise to be honest, upright, and continue holding the same moral values that I hold in my personal life, family, and business. I won't be bought by special-interest groups and I will put the grueling issues that plague our state first on the list. From holding state officials accountable with homelessness funds, to fighting big Pharma, inflation, education, student loans, energy innovation, immigration, etc. The list goes on and I'm prepared to bring solutions to the table and work between party lines to get things done!

Who is best to represent you Washington? A democrat? A republican? Or is it an independent? One who truly loves her state, the Washington people, and wants to better the quality of life for all. The voters have to decide. Thank you for the opportunity to serve and represent you!

Phone 425-229-0678Email [email protected] nazpaul2022.com

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Ravin PierrePrefers Democratic Party

Elected Experience Equivalent 20+ years navigating 'Respectability Politics' in the workplace.

Other Professional Experience 17 years Aerospace Engineer, 9 years Aircraft Customer Service & Data Science (Thought Leader on Algorithmic Bias on aerospace products) Boeing. Worked at

D.O.E. FermiLab, University of Michigan NASA MESSENGER satellite to Planet Mercury, U.S. Census Bureau. SPEEA Union member, since 2006. U.S. Air Force (3 years)

Education M.Sc. Astronautical Engineering, University of Southern California, 2011. B.Sc. Aerospace Engineering, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, 2005.

Community Service Seattle University Master’s Data Science Advisory Board Member, 2019. DataKind & United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) satellite imagery Team Data Science manager volunteer. UW NSBE Career Mentor.

Statement F*** Qanon. F*** Vladimir Putin. These enemies are existential threats to our Constitution & Democracy. We need newly elected blood and energy within U.S. Congress. I'm an Engineer and the America's 1st Data Scientist U.S. Senate candidate. As a Progressive who rejects corporate campaign donations, here's my new Senate Reform Ideas platform.

Term Limits Contract. If I serve more than 2 terms in office, I go to prison or face lawsuits by Washington State citizens; I propose a legal framework contract between myself and Washington State Executive Branch Government. Understand, if the terrible 'Texas abortion bounty hunting' is legal, then my contract proposal can be too.

Radical Transparency. Let's end secret backdoor lobbyist meetings; Make lobbyists' lives more difficult. The police must wear bodycams, so should politicians. I will be the 1st politician to wear bodycams, livestream record all interactions with lobbyists. My Senate Staffers will wear bodycams too.

We must 'Reframe National Security' = 'All Basic needs met for all Americans!' These are investments in America, not a burden. Healthcare, higher education, Public Infrastructure & Fighting Climate Change. Think about the broken 1977 Bridge of Vulcan, West Virginia. That desperate town actively requested foreign aid money from U.S.S.R. (see Wikipedia). When we don't take care of our own citizens, this makes us extremely vulnerable to foreign actors.

US Defense budget has never been audited, but it's not wise to cut before measuring. Let's impose 'failure to audit penalty', lock DOD budget at FY2019 with annual 10% reallocation penalty towards boosting Veteran medical care and cash payout to Veteran families' welfare.

In closing, I'm the only candidate in America offering Term Limits Contract & Bodycam fulltime. This is a 1 time offer, Washington State. I'm in no position to run for public office again in the future. Peace! *mic drop*

Phone 425-429-2184Email [email protected] Pierre4Senate.com

Leon LawsonPrefers Trump Republican Party

Elected Experience I ran for Governor In the 2020 Primary Elections. As far as Senate experience, from what I understand of the job, it is suited for a person of my caliber in administrative law, as well as understanding the impact of federal regulations upon the state. I don't trust anyone else to fight for the

people of Washington with the tenacity, Fire, and transparency I will bring to the senate. You need to vote and elect me to this seat. My job is to expose the abuse and show you who is doing it.



Community Service lifelong member of the department of Based

Statement Are you ready to finish what we started? I don't want you to give me your money, you can give it to the clowns, I do not need it to beat them, I need you to vote, I need you to Understand this is a war, We the people against corporations that wish to deprive you of your rights, life, liberty and pursuit of happiness. How do I Know? Research for yourself about the candidates. dig like your life depends on it, like your child's life depends on it . Make no mistake, it does. the public media is private and owned by the competition, just like nonprofits and book deals that own the competition, they glow of special interest. Blunt and direct time; I am real, its up to you to spread it, I will spend all I can but I don't even want the optics of financial gain, people that put money in front of people are my targets. Washington state it's time to stand up and send them a message. if you want real reform we need a leader one that knows the people on the streets, I see you and I hear you, but you must stand up and vote, I will push my influence, and your will to the senate, I will set the stage on a federal level to reform all of our state laws, I see the homeless, I see the drug's ,I see the crime, I see what they are doing to your kids, I see what they are doing to the state, we need to decriminalize marijuana, and criminalize big pharma, we need transparencies in all parts of our federal and state Government, the people have been lied to and abused for to long, the choice to know is yours.

Phone 360-522-7466Email [email protected] Leonlawson.com

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Jaime Herrera BeutlerPrefers Republican Party

Elected Experience Working for Southwest Washington families and small businesses in Congress since 2010. My focus is on making gas and groceries more affordable for working families, protecting seniors, and fighting against government waste. Washington State House of Representatives, 2007-2010.

Other Professional Experience Former Senior Legislative Aide, U.S. House of Representatives. Before that, jobs from nanny to retail at the Vancouver Mall to picking blueberries.

Education B.A., University of Washington, Communications

Community Service Advocate for low-income parents and children facing medical complexities; working to prevent and promote treatments for kidney disease; helping veterans, small businesses and students succeed; supporting members of law enforcement.

Statement Serving Southwest Washington families and communities is my mission. I listen to you, and I stand up to politicians in both political parties to put our region’s needs first. Of Washington’s 12 members of Congress, I’ve been ranked “most effective” for championing good-paying jobs, lower prices on gas and groceries, and preserving our way of life in this amazing region.

Main priorities: Worker pay, cost of living. Our region must remain a great – and affordable – place to live. I’ve helped pass laws boosting the average family’s paychecks by $2,300 and creating thousands of jobs. My yearly Jobs Fairs have secured good-paying employment for countless residents. I’ve opposed trillions in wasteful spending that contribute to spiking prices, while promoting solutions to get more goods on our shelves and lower gas prices. Hardworking residents should be able to afford a home, feed their families and drive to work.

Backing law enforcement. I’ve stood up and opposed dangerous calls to “defund the police.” With spiking crime and an influx of deadly drugs in our neighborhoods, strong law enforcement is more important than ever. I’m leading efforts in Congress to pay, train and equip local police so we have enough honorable men and women in law enforcement to serve all citizens.

Protecting sportsmen, preserving salmon. My legislation to control predatory sea lions and improve salmon numbers on the Columbia River is now law, and I’m securing funds for more hatchery production and habitat restoration. We’ll bring back our salmon and steelhead.

Seniors have earned Social Security. I won’t vote to cut benefits, and have fought to strengthen this vital trust fund for seniors who depend on it.

Nobody will work harder for Southwest Washington than I will. It’s an honor to serve you in Congress and I ask for your vote.

Phone 360-597-3065Email [email protected] votejaime.com

Chris ByrdPrefers None / Independent Party

Elected Experience None

Other Professional Experience Current Social Studies Teacher and Coach, Toutle Lake Jr/Sr High School; Former School Administrator; Former Mill Worker; Former Hotel Maintenance Worker; Former Grounds Crew Worker

Education MA Political Science, Virginia Tech; BS History, Eastern Oregon University; Lower Columbia College; James Madison Fellow

Community Service Youth Sports Volunteer; Friends of Fox Creek Volunteer

Statement My name is Chris Byrd and I am running as an independent candidate for Washington’s 3rd Congressional District. I decided to run for Congress because of the extreme polarization facing our nation. Our current political climate is unhealthy. Unless we change the way we approach politics, I fear the opportunities our generations have experienced may not be there for our children. We can do better. We must do better.

We have numerous challenges in front of us, which require us to work together. Partisan gridlock between Democrats and Republicans has not worked in the past and it is not the answer moving forward. Continuing on this path will not solve our problems. Something must change. As your independent representative I will do everything in my power to unite both sides of the political aisle. I will support bipartisan legislation that benefits the people of Southwest Washington.

Like you, this is my home. I was born here, I moved back here, I work here, and I hope to retire here. We may not agree on every issue, but I genuinely care about the future of both our country and our local communities. As your elected representative I will be of service to you. Our future depends on us to find a way forward together.

When our Constitution was created in 1787 someone asked Ben Franklin while he was outside of Independence Hall what type of government he helped create. He responded, “A republic, if you can keep it.” A functioning government requires us to put forth our best effort. I will work as hard as I possibly can for the people of Southwest Washington. I am excited for the opportunity to step up to the plate and be your representative.

Vote Independent. Vote Chris Byrd for Congress.

Phone 360-749-2350Email [email protected] byrdforcongress.org

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Marie Gluesenkamp PerezPrefers Democratic Party

Elected Experience Underwood Soil and Water Conservation District Board of Supervisors ‘16, ’22; Elected Member Democratic National Committee

Other Professional Experience Co-owner, Dean’s Car Care; Executive Director, Stevenson Downtown Association; Wholesale Flower Market

Manager, Charles Little and Co.

Education B.A. Economics, Reed College

Community Service Mounthood Community College Automotive Program Advisory Committee, Hillsboro Highschool Automotive Advisory Committee, Treasurer for Stevenson Downtown Association.

Statement Our Representatives are completely out of touch with those of us struggling to keep up with the rising costs of food, gas, housing and prescription drugs. As co-owner of an auto repair and machine shop, I know how tough it's been to navigate this economy. Like so many working Washingtonians, we do our best to stay ahead of bills; but because we cannot afford quality child care for our son, we take him to work with us.

Special interests and party bosses have too much power in Washington and are failing to solve our biggest challenges. I’m running to take on politicians who are bought and paid for by large corporations who refuse to pay their fair share while working families who follow the rules fall further behind. I’m not taking a dime of Corporate PAC money and will put people over profits. I like to get my hands dirty fixing things, not working the system.

I’m proud to have created many family wage jobs with my business. As our business has grown, like many employers, we struggle to find workers with the skills they need to succeed. In Congress, I’ll make expanding career and technical education a priority, to empower more Washingtonians to obtain family wage jobs they can be proud of.

Finally, I’ll stand up to politicians who try to tell women what they can and cannot do with their own body. We cannot assume our rights will be protected here in Washington State any longer. It is up to all of us to fight to protect reproductive freedom.

Endorsements:

Senator Maria Cantwell, Congresswoman Suzan DelBene, Washington State Labor Council, Lands Commissioner Hilary Franz, IBEW 48, Former U.S. Congressmen Brian Baird and Don Bonker, State Representative Sharon Wylie, Vancouver Port Commissioner Don Orange

Phone 360-592-3579Email [email protected] MarieForCongress.com

Vicki KraftPrefers Republican Party

Elected Experience Washington State Representative, 17th Legislative District since 2017.

Other Professional Experience 20 years private sector business experience; Account Executive for Dell, Pillsbury, Frigidaire. Small business owner providing grant writing for

nonprofits; Worked for We Care America a nonprofit that worked with the U.S. faith-based and community initiatives office.

Education Graduate Michigan State University, B.A. Advertising.

Community Service Clark County Veterans Assistance Center, Boys and Girls Club, Evergreen Bible Church. My roots are in Washington. My dad came to Ft. Lewis in the Army and my mom is from Yakima Valley. I moved to Vancouver in 2007 and live in this community with my husband Paul.

Statement The people of Southwest Washington deserve a U.S. Representative who is a proven, experienced, conservative leader fighting for the people with the voting record to back it up. As State Representative, I’ve kept my promises to the people. I’ve never caved into special interests or party leadership, and I never will. That’s why I’m running now to represent the 3rd Congressional District.

I was honored again to receive the Conservative Excellence Award, for my conservative legislative voting record, from the national CPAC Conference (Conservative Political Action Conference) host, the American Conservative Union Foundation. According to their recent scores, I had the most conservative voting record in the House of Representatives.

I’ve continually fought for your 1st and 2nd Amendment Constitutional rights. My first bill passed helped Disabled Veterans. I sponsored legislation to reform governor emergency powers, protect your right to refuse vaccine mandates, and introduced Washington’s most comprehensive election integrity bill.

Continuously, I’ve worked for limited, accountable government, a strong economy that promotes our American free market, small business, farms, timber and growth. We need a balanced budget. Getting America’s supply chain moving will lower inflation and prices. We must reduce I-5 traffic congestion for commuters and freight with no light rail and no tolls.

Closing our southern border will stop the flow of criminals, drugs, and sex trafficking. America must operate in strength and sovereignty, including a strong military to protect our nation, citizens, and freedom.

As the leading Legislator fighting to protect parents’ rights and children from Comprehensive Sex Education, I introduced school choice legislation. I’ve always been pro-life, and co-sponsored legislation to protect unborn babies. Our nation is at a critical crossroads. Together we can get America back on track, and see Southwest Washington thrive for you, your family and future! I ask for your vote.

Phone 360-852-4089Email [email protected] VickiKraft.com




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Oliver BlackPrefers Am. Solidarity Party


Other Professional Experience I have been a teacher for nine years. I currently teach high school history and civics.

Education B.A. in Bible and Theology; M.Ed. in Teaching and Learning


Statement As our politics get increasingly divisive, we need a third option that gets away from the partisan bickering. I will be a voice in Congress that reflects the values of working people. To learn more about the American Solidarity Party go to solidarity-party.org.

Worker Ownership: Currently, our economic system only benefits a select few. It needs to be fairer. The key to addressing economic injustice is to restructure our economy so that most employees are able to become worker-owners. Worker cooperatives benefit the employees by increasing wages while benefiting the firm by increasing worker engagement.

Pro-Life for the Whole Life: I favor policies that support the sanctity of life from conception through natural death. This includes not just restricting abortion but supporting policies to improve our lives. This includes affordable medical care, food security, affordable housing, support for refugees and diplomatic solutions, and abolishing the death penalty.

Justice: Our criminal justice system is fundamentally broken. There are more Americans incarcerated than in any other country per capita. Major reforms are needed to protect the innocent from wrongful incarceration and police violence while promoting diversion programs to prevent recidivism.

Environment: There is no "Planet B." We are called to be responsible stewards of this Earth for future generations. Alternative energy is good for the economy and good for the planet; we need to devote resources toward the development and implementation of renewable energy. At the same time, we must improve conservation, reduce waste, and improve our recycling and compost programs.

Democracy: Our government is dominated by major corporate influence and governed by two parties that no longer represent the people. We have to take back our democratic traditions. We need to get Big Money out of our elections and make sure our democracy is more representative of the people's views.

Phone 971-910-8533Email [email protected] blackforwa3.com

Heidi St. JohnPrefers Republican Party


Other Professional Experience Local business owner, bestselling author with 8 books, nationally recognized public speaker, Board Member of the Home School Legal Defense Association, Co-Founder of the non-profit Firmly Planted Homeschool

Resource Center in Vancouver, Owner and voice of the “Off the Bench” podcast, Board Member for Firmly Planted Family, Founder of MomStrong International.

Education Graduate of Portland Christian High School, Attended Multnomah University 1988-1990.

Community Service Volunteer speaking for education, facilitating opportunities to inform parents on education options in SW Washington, testified against SB5395 in 2020, worked to get Referendum 90 on the ballot in 2020.

Statement For nearly twenty years, my husband and I have been raising our family in beautiful SW Washington. We are blessed that our grandchildren are also being raised here–and we hope that one day, they will want to raise their own families here.

Our nation is at a crossroads. The next elections will determine whether or not we implement the failed policies of socialism or restore the values that made the United States a beacon of hope for the whole world.

Like many of you, I am deeply concerned with the direction our nation is headed under Joe Biden and the Democrats. Most of us know that we are heading in the wrong direction. Soaring inflation, the loss of medical freedom, the disregard for parental authority in our schools, the embracing of socialism and our increasingly unsustainable debt speak to the fact that we desperately need new leadership.

America was built on the simple premise of “Citizen Statesmen” going to Washington to represent the interests of the citizens who elected them. I have a lifelong, proven record of voting for and implementing Conservative values, and believe I am the right voice to represent SW Washington at this time in our nation’s history.

I believe in limited government, which produces the fruit of freedom. As your representative, I will boldly stand and defend the Constitution, including the 2nd Amendment, our borders and our right to medical freedom. I will never vote for a piece of legislation without answering two questions: “Is it constitutional?” “Can we afford it?”

By working together and with God’s help, I believe our best days are ahead of us. It would be my honor to continue serving the citizens of SW Washington by promoting the principles of freedom and limited government on your behalf in Washington, D.C.

Phone 360-360-5306Email [email protected] heidistjohnforcongress.com




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Davy RayPrefers Democratic Party

Elected Experience Planning commission, Stevenson, Washington

Other Professional Experience Spent several years in the professional music industry in Nashville. Have worked in the aviation/aeronautics industry since moving out west. Former music instructor at University of Oregon

Education Music Business: University of North Alabama; Public Policy, Planning, and Management: University of Oregon; Pilot: Lane Community College flight school

Community Service Several hundred hours on trail crews (hiked the Appalachian Trail and the Pacific Crest Trail). Secured grants for community service projects

Statement People often ask my why I am running for this seat. My immediate response is ‘because I have Grandchildren’. But the deeper meaning behind that is that I am alarmed at the direction our nation and the world has taken. It has turned away from reality and let's be real about it. There is only one party responsible for that and I want to unseat it. This isn't my Grandfather's Republican party. In fact I barely recognize it. I cannot leave my Grandchildren this country in the shape it has become. I am compelled to do something about it. I believe it's time we did something different.

Then people ask if I’m a progressive. Well kinda. I think of myself as more of a moderate (I was raised in Alabama but have been on the left coast for over 20 years). I welcome everyone to look at my website or Facebook page (Davy Ray for congress) to get an idea of where I stand on particular issues. I have a number of things I’d like to pursue in the best interests for the 3rd. I sincerely hope you will consider me to represent you in Washington D.C.

It all comes down to this: I want to represent the citizens of WA-3 not for the money or the notoriety. I’m in it because it’s the right thing to do. And…because I have Grandchildren.

Phone 541-400-9520Email [email protected] davyforcongress.com

Leslie L. FrenchPrefers Republican Party

Elected Experience AFL-CIO Local 3922 Executive Council; Board Director, National Association Trade Exchanges

Other Professional Experience Owner Believe LLC; President Rose City Gymnastics Academy; Executive Director John Does Anonymous Foundation; President/Chairman National

Association Trade Exchanges; President William Bradford Financial Services; Executive Director Intercity Network Assoc.; Vice president International Trade, ITEX Corp.

Education Concord Law School (JD); Portland State University (BS BA); Portland CC; Texas Eastern University; Kilgore College; Ambassador College; United States Military Academy; Morley-Stanwood HS; Central Florida Christian School.

Community Service Through JDAF I supported (pro-bono & donor-funded) defense of free speech. Fundraised over $2,000,000 for Special Olympics and $200,000 for Just Say No Foundation.

Statement With over 50 years of experience in business, legislative participation, and public service, I have fought to protect Free Speech and American's copyright interests. I will represent your constitutional rights in Congress and will fight to defend your freedom. Candidates speak in abundance with cheap words, but accomplishing political promise requires courage and determination.

America First: I have first-hand experience in negotiating international trade contracts. I oppose law or trade rules which place our American workers and businesses at a disadvantage. I support American small businesses and promise to protect against monopolies and globalists. I oppose bills which place essential American products such as medicine, food, steel, energy fuel, and manufacturing at risk. I support our trade and public service unions because they make a fundamental contribution to American product quality, productivity, and worker security. Social and cultural policies such as school choice and curriculum are the prerogative of parents, not unions or the DOJ. I support higher pay and improved training for our police. I will not vote to create or intervene in foreign wars unless America’s interests are first and priority.

Defend Our Freedom: Election fraud is rampant and is a threat to voter rights. Congress has a role to ensure that fraudulent ballots are not counted in federal elections, and that ballots are only submitted by legal citizen voters. International cartels cannot have access to voting machines. I commit to defend the southern border against illegal invasion, drug importation, and human trafficking. I support gun ownership and the right of parents to protect children in schools against criminals. “Green energy” legislation is largely a sham intended to retard American productivity and transfer wealth to globalists and I will fight it. I will protect the environment, not the Chinese Communist Party.

Phone 360-935-0137Email [email protected] frenchforcongress.org





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Joe KentPrefers Republican Party

Elected Experience I am not a career politician; I am a warrior. For over twenty years, I fought for our nation in the most challenging conditions as Green Beret and led troops into battle.

Other Professional Experience I currently work as a project manager for a small technology company. Before

joining the Army, I was a Boy Scout summer camp instructor, a lifeguard, and mowed lawns.

Education Norwich University B.S. Strategic Studies and Defense Analysis, U.S. Army Special Forces Qualification Course, Eagle Scout.

Community Service I deliver meals to veterans in need and volunteer at my church. I have trained and provided security services to churches and Synagogues.

Statement I served for over twenty years in our nation’s Special Forces and as a foreign policy advisor to President Trump. I’m endorsed by President Trump, Loren Culp, Lars Larson, and Gen. Michael Flynn.

My priorities are: fighting inflation by ending wasteful ‘omnibus’ spending and restoring energy independence; investigating the 2020 general election, election integrity laws and impeaching Biden and Harris immediately. Standing up for the right to life and the 2nd Amendment; securing our border and ending illegal immigration; and enacting an America First economic agenda that will restore our local manufacturing and timber industries and create good-paying jobs.

Like many of you, I’ve voted for Jaime Herrera Beutler before, but her betrayal of our conservative values compelled me to run against her. She voted with the Democrats to impeach President Trump, halt construction of the border wall, give 1.5 billion in taxpayer dollars to Planned Parenthood, and enact “Red Flag” laws that take away 2nd Amendment rights.

Here in the district, she’s done nothing while mills, factories, and veteran clinics are shut down, and she’s failed to address the I-5 Bridge Project and the sea lion problem that is devastating our fish stocks. Inflation is robbing our families of 9% of their take-home pay. Jaime caused that by voting for Biden’s trillions in omnibus spending and, most recently, to send $53 billion of your money to Ukraine.

I have been personally affected by Jaime’s eagerness to keep U.S. troops in unnecessary foreign conflicts. My wife, Senior Chief Petty Officer Shannon Kent, was killed by a terrorist in Syria one month after President Trump tried to withdraw our troops from that conflict. Jaime voted to block that withdrawal.

Unlike Jaime, I will always put America and Americans first. I would be honored to have your vote.

Phone 360-798-4908Email [email protected] joekentforcongress.com/




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State of Washington State of WashingtonSecretary of State Secretary of State

Bob HagglundPrefers Republican Party

Elected Experience Granite Falls PCO 2017-present. Snohomish County Republican Legislative District committee chairman 2018-present and Election Integrity chairman, 2020-present.

Other Professional Experience Four decades' professional experience in

Data Science, Machine Learning, Online Services, and Business Intelligence serving Healthcare, Manufacturing, Software Development, and Information Security businesses and government. Commercial clients include United Health, Kaiser, MultiCare, Microsoft, Ernst-Young, Nike, and Altria. Government clients include King County Metro, Apple Health, Medicare/Medicaid and Veterans Affairs.

Education Recent Professional Certifications include University of Pennsylvania, The Wharton School: Data Analytics; University of Washington: Machine Learning and Data Manipulation at Scale, Systems and Algorithms.

Community Service Election auditor and observer.

Statement As Secretary of State, working with our citizens and Legislature, using only American labor not more globalism, I commit to improving and replacing election systems and processes as needed to guarantee every Washingtonian who can legally vote can easily vote, people who legally cannot vote do not vote, and implement a voter identification system and routine audits to protect the integrity of our elections. Compared with accuracy and transparency requirements for engineering, banking, and healthcare, our elections have been completely substandard. We deserve and will build an election system that earns our trust.

We need a strong voice of the people serving in Olympia, someone who has a record of actually getting things done, not just another government career builder, political agitator, or activist trying to build name recognition. We need innovative, free-market solutions proven in the real world. My successful career was built outside of the swamp of government. Like serving on jury duty, I will serve our people, taking responsibility, deliver what I promise, then return to private life, and never make excuses.

Questions? Please visit my website, watch my videos, or call, text, or email me and let me answer all of your questions.

Phone 425-835-3135Email [email protected] bob4wa.com

Kurtis EnglePrefers Union Party


Other Professional Experience Thresher class sonarman. Electronics technician. Forest firefighter. Logger. Mechanic. Painter. Driver. Etcetera.

Education Certain people have made sure I got one.

Community Service Five times on the ballot just to embarrass the politicos out of arresting me for talking to them about the Transit they sabotaged. Abuse of process is a thing, in Centralia. The Hardest place to leave I've ever been. I'd be there still if the police chief hadn't 'suggested' I leave town. So, bad eye or not, I bought a car, and a house, and left. It's a great pleasure to live among civilized people again.

Statement For those unaware, China is assembling a 'security' pact in the Pacific. This amounts to a series of gas stations for their 350 ship navy, 80 ship maritime militia, and any aircraft and small craft imaginable. They already have Guadalcanal. They also have 100 tankers and 400 containerships (Temporary helo troopships). So, if certain dominoes fall certain ways, we could have half a million Chinese troops in Western Washington. Where there is a huge anchorage and ready protection from our Army provided by mountains, deserts, and rivers. If this comes even close to happening, we will already have had a bad day. Long before then I want the Military to Recon the place hard and think about what to do with that much trouble.

Chinas' move is not so much new as next. Part and parcel to the happenings in Ukraine. You don't need ESP to see war clouds gathering. We must get our supply chain out of their country. That wont happen by itself.

Then there are the republicans. I think the free states should sue the slave states. To have a free and fair election in the United States, it must be free and fair in every state.

Phone 360-559-5730Email [email protected]

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Marquez TiggsPrefers Democratic Party

Elected Experience N/A

Other Professional Experience U.S. Military Service; Banking and Financial Services

Education MBA - Seattle University, in progress; Election Administration Cert - Auburn University, in progress; B.S. in Applied Management - Grand Canyon University

Community Service Seattle Angels - Love Box Leader/Mentor; Military Family Fun Run Event; NAACP Member

Statement I was born and raised in Russellville, Alabama, to a young mother and father. Growing up in the south as the 2nd oldest of 14 children was challenging at times; however, I garnered valuable leadership skills and the ability to influence. I learned the importance of hard work, giving back to the community, and becoming a person of value. After graduating high school and attending college, I decided to pursue a new career by enlisting in the U.S. Army and serving my country. Soon after my military career, I obtained my B.S. Degree and maintained a career in Banking. Washington has been my home for nearly a decade, and I enjoy volunteering and hiking.

I choose to run for Secretary of State because representation matters, voter education matters, election security matters, and restoring confidence in our democracy matter. Washington state has maintained recognized leadership in the nation with its impressive mail-in voting process and same-day voting registration. I believe I can carry on that legacy once I am elected.

As an openly gay man of color, it would be a groundbreaking achievement once I am elected.

I ask you for your vote to become your Secretary of State. #letsmakehistory

Phone 206-779-6716Email [email protected] ElectMarquezTiggs.com

Tamborine BorrelliPrefers America First (R) Party

Elected Experience Voted in as Director of Washington Election Integrity Coalition United in November of 2020. WEiCU, pronounced (We See You).

Other Professional Experience Managing Director of multiple family businesses (Los Angeles, CA); Owner, ‘Spiral Café’ (Yelm, WA); Property

Manager, ‘Rainier Properties’ (Rainier, WA); Director, ‘Wellspring Wellness Center’ (Yelm, WA).

Education Studied Spiritual Psychology at The University of Santa Monica; Trained in Leadership and Team Building; Studied Cyber Security pertaining to Election Management Systems.

Community Service Rescue stray and disabled animals (2010- present); Election Integrity Investigator filing eight lawsuits & Writ of Mandamus (2016- present). Washington Representative of ‘Restore-Liberty’ (2021- present)

Statement I am an Election Integrity Investigator fully committed to restoring transparent, secure and verified elections for all of Washington voters. Currently, we are told that our mail-in system is the most “convenient, accessible and secure” in the country, yet we appear to be sacrificing voter confidence in the name of convenience. The public is currently prohibited from inspecting the key aspects of our elections despite vulnerabilities of tabulation machines being widely known. Our voter rolls don’t appear to be properly maintained which could allow fraudulent ballots to be accepted, and because anyone with your name and birthdate can turn in your ballot, we currently do not have verifiable ballot chain-of-custody. This isn’t a partisan issue. If we can’t trust the process of how we elect our representative government then our Democratic Republic is only an illusion. We the People must be the ones to restore a system that we can trust. No matter where we stand politically, if we can come together on this one thing, we all will win. Increased transparency and oversight are key to solving these problems. I am the only candidate in this race committed to restoring that accountability.

Phone 866-436-7626Email [email protected] Borrelli4SOS.com

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Steve HobbsPrefers Democratic Party

Elected Experience Secretary of State Steve Hobbs will ensure every eligible Washingtonian’s voice is heard in secure, accessible elections. In the state Senate, Hobbs chaired the Transportation Committee and earned a reputation as a champion of bipartisan solutions.

Other Professional Experience Three decades of military service in the United States Army and National Guard, achieving the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. Deployed to Kosovo and Iraq. Task Force Commander - Western Washington’s COVID-19 response mission.

Education Master of Public Administration and Bachelor of Arts from the University of Washington. United States Army Command and General Staff College, Defense Information School.

Community Service Rotary, American Legion, Nisei Veterans Committee

Statement As your current Secretary of State, my top priority is to ensure our elections are secure and accessible to every eligible voter. I am proud of my career in public service working alongside Democrats, Republicans, and Independents advocating for all Washingtonians.

My mom, an Asian immigrant, raised me to work hard, value education, and serve others. That is why I have worn the uniform for more than 30 years and served 15 years in the state Senate.

With bipartisan support from state lawmakers, I am leading work that safeguards our election systems from cybersecurity threats, confronts malicious disinformation, and engages underrepresented communities. These commitments are why I am endorsed by numerous County Auditors who conduct elections, labor and business, voting rights advocates, and prominent state and federal leaders.

The Secretary of State must possess the highest standards of integrity and leadership and serve as a strong advocate for voting rights in Washington. As attacks on our democracy become more sophisticated, I am here to lead our state’s elections through security challenges. It has been the privilege of my life to serve as your Secretary of State, and I would be honored to earn your vote.

Phone 360-322-4637Email [email protected] electhobbs.com

Keith L. WagonerPrefers Republican Party

Elected Experience State Senator 2018-present (Minority Whip), Ways & Means and Law & Justice Committees, Behavioral Health Sub-committee (Ranking member); Mayor, City of Sedro-Woolley 2016-18; Sedro-Woolley City Council 2010-15

Other Professional Experience U.S. Navy for 23 years as a Naval Aviator flying helicopters, including 13 years in overseas locations conducting resupply and Search and Rescue missions. Retired with the rank of Commander. Diplomatic assignment to U.S. Embassy Tokyo, Japan.

Education United States Naval Academy, Annapolis MD. (BS, Physical Oceanography); University of San Diego (MS, Global Leadership)

Community Service Fraternal Order of Police 2020 Legislator of the Year, Rotary International; Fraternal Order of Eagles #2069, American Legion Post 41

Statement For five decades, Washington voters across the political spectrum, have trusted Republican leaders to oversee our sacred right to elect our own leaders. That ended when the governor appointed a Democrat to fill Secretary Wyman's vacant seat. I am running to return this office to the "people's choice" and to restore balance, accountability, and integrity to our election and voter registration system.

Washington has one of the most accessible election systems in the country; that needs to be protected. But with accessibility comes risk. Washington needs a SoS who understands the value of your vote and the need for constant vigilance and security improvements to protect the integrity of our elections; the bedrock of our society. Under my leadership, this office will be proactive, unbiased, and transparent.

Voter confidence suffers when we do not definitively and consistently demonstrate a commitment to free, fair, and transparent elections. And when confidence falters, voters no longer participate. I am the only candidate who has actually sponsored legislation (Washington Voter Confidence Act) to both improve access and accountability. I am not running to make things better for any political party, I am running to make things better for Washington State voters.

Phone 361-244-0100Email [email protected] wagonerforsecstate.com

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Mark MilosciaPrefers Republican Party

Elected Experience State Senator (15-19); State Representative, (99-13); Chair, House Audit Review Committee; Chair, Senate State Government and Elections Committee; Commissioner, Lakehaven Utility District, (96-99)

Other Professional Experience Executive Director, Family Policy

Institute of Washington; Air Force B-52 Pilot and AF Contract Manager for Boeing B-1 program; Quality Examiner for Baldrige National Performance Program; Tacoma Goodwill Industrial Services Director, Substitute Teacher at Catholic and Federal Way and Auburn Public Schools

Education BS, Engineering, USAF Academy; MBA, University of ND; MS, Clinical Psychology, Chapman University

Community Service Federal Way Boys and Girls Club Board; Lake Dolloff PTA VP; State and National Baldrige Quality Examiner, St. Vincent’s Knights of Columbus

Statement I’m running for Secretary of State to restore trust and integrity to government, especially our election systems. From registering voters, to eliminating irregularities, and to auditing and validating all votes, I will insure 100% accuracy and compliance with laws!

We need a passionate, experienced leader to head this critical agency who will work with county auditors and fight for election integrity and fairness. I’ve spoken to many Washingtonians, Republicans, Democrats, and Independents alike, who feel as I do that our concerns with government performance are not welcome. It shouldn’t be controversial for Washingtonians to ask for transparency or demand audits and evidence of zero fraud. Yet many who have merely asked questions about problems or irregularities, have been mocked, silenced, or labeled as conspiracy theorists.

Citizen oversight over government is uniquely American! I will support all people, of any political party or belief, who want to be involved to ensure that their voices, and the voices of all others, are heard.

If I accomplish one result as Secretary of State, it would be to ensure that all Washingtonians are 100% convinced that elections were accomplished with integrity, and the results are true. I would be honored to get your vote!

Phone 253-414-8714Email [email protected] MilosciaForWA.com

Julie AndersonPrefers Nonpartisan Party

Elected Experience Nonpartisan Pierce County Auditor, 2009 to Present; Nonpartisan Tacoma City Councilmember, 2004 to 2009

Other Professional Experience Senior Policy Advisor, Department of Commerce; Executive Director, Tacoma-Pierce County YWCA; Assistant Regional

Administrator, Department of Social and Health Services

Education National and State Certified Election Administrator; State Certified Public Records Officer; MS Criminal Justice Administration, Northeastern University; BA, The Evergreen State College

Community Service Past President and Member, Association of County Auditors; Secretary of State’s Electronic Recording Standards Commission; Paul Harris Fellow, Rotary International; Board Member, UW Center for Leadership and Social Responsibility; Senior Fellow, American Leadership Forum; Washington State Bar Association Character and Fitness Board

Statement Polarization has eroded trust in our government. The Secretary of State has the critical job of running trustworthy elections, as well as providing public records access, business registry, and library services. This demands experience. Partisanship has no place in the Secretary of State’s office.

I’ve been Pierce County’s nonpartisan Auditor for 12 years, leading a nationally recognized, award-winning office that has increased voter access, enhanced election security, and improved auditing procedures. I’ve provided oversight and statewide leadership in elections, increased access to public records, and streamlined business licensing. I hold national and state certifications in election administration and am a certified public records officer.

I’ve worked closely with counties throughout the state. Together, we’ve created a national reputation for excellence. That’s how I’ve earned the trust and endorsement of more than 30 Democratic, Republican, and Independent election administrators and County Auditors throughout Washington State.

My experience and leadership managing hundreds of elections in Washington’s second largest county has prepared me to serve as your Secretary of State. I will protect our democratic republic by making our elections more secure, transparent, and accessible. I ask for your vote.

Phone 253-281-5785Email [email protected] JulieAnderson.org


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Terri NilesPrefers Democratic Party

Elected Experience 2021 Clark County Charter Review Commissioner

Other Professional Experience Vice President AURN/Oregon Nurses Association, Nurse Representative, Labor negotiations. 20yrs ICU, 5yrs Nursing Administration. I have lived a life of public service in my personal life

and in my work. ICU Nursing is a high pressure, stressful career. I know how to work under pressure and to get the job done when the stakes are high. As your representative I will bring the same commitment to you that I brought to my patients throughout my career.

Education RN Kapiolani College, University of Hawaii, OLCS Labor Candidate School

Community Service Vice President WFDW, President CCDW

Statement I promise to put the people of Southwest Washington first. Times are tough for frontline workers, small business owners and working folks. I will support a strong economy by investing in our communities. My priorities include jobs, healthcare, housing, championing new infrastructure, supporting public safety and strengthening education. I will work collaboratively with colleagues across the aisle to assure that Southwest Washington thrives and prospers and our future is bright. You can only attempt to effect change for so long from the outside. Sometimes, you have to step in and do it from the inside. I ask for your vote!

Phone 541-221-1297Email [email protected] voteterriniles.com

Hannah JoyPrefers Republican Party

Elected Experience Skamania County Republican State Committeewoman, two terms

Other Professional Experience Owner Heritage Recycling, Owner Savannah Threads Embroidery, Owner Carson Hardware, Publisher The Skamania Observer Newspaper

Education Attended Savannah Technical College

Community Service Hannah and her husband Matthew have six children ages 17 to 10. The family is active in our community and local church. Hannah is a Trauma Intervention Program Volunteer, the Wind River Business Association Secretary, and a previous volunteer job trainer for trafficked women, her oldest daughter is a volunteer firefighter and her husband was the past commander of the local American Legion.

Statement Hannah Joy and her husband chose Southwest Washington as their home, to raise their six children and start several small businesses, including a small town newspaper. Hannah’s top priorities are improving public safety, addressing the homelessness crisis, and advocating better education – including more options for parents and kids. She opposed recent legislation making gas more expensive, raising taxes, and impeding law enforcement.

Hannah is proud of her work on local issues that brought together Democrats, Republicans and others to make her hometown safer and more prosperous. She knows we need this same attitude in our state government.

Phone 912-659-2028Email [email protected] Hannahjoyforwa.com

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Anthony HoPrefers Republican Party

Elected Experience Union President, Oregon Court Security Officers Assn, Jan 2021-present

Other Professional Experience Court Security Officer/Special Deputy U.S. Marshal (2018 to present); Assistant Special Agent in Charge, Homeland Security Investigations (2010 to 2013);

Supervisory Special Agent, Dept of Homeland Security, Homeland Security Investigations (2003-2010); Assistant District Director for Investigations, Dept of Justice, INS (2000 to 2003); Special Agent/Supervisory Special Agent, DOJ, INS (1987 to 2000)

Education Bachelor of Science Degree, Psychology, Biological Sciences emphasis, University of California, Davis (March 1986)

Community Service President, Columbia Heights Homeowners Assn (2013 to 2019); Vice-Chair, Friends of the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra (Present); Volunteer and Community Advisory Panel member, All Classical Portland

Statement Our voices are not being heard on issues which affect us all: Transportation, Crime, Homelessness, Taxes, and Jobs. We need to build bridges we want; our taxes need to be used wisely and returned to us when there’s a surplus. I will also focus on the underlying causes of homelessness like addictions and the lack of mental health care, working to create good-paying jobs so people can get ahead and not be at risk.

As a resident of East Vancouver, I know your concerns and I will fight to protect our quality of life. Let your voice be heard!

Phone 503-975-8669Email [email protected] electanthonyho.com

Kevin WatersPrefers Republican Party

Elected Experience Port of Skamania Commissioner 2010-2019

Other Professional Experience Executive Director of the Skamania Economic Development Council; Founder of Backwoods Brewing Company; Co-Founder of my Family’s Grocery Store, Carson General Store;

Former Skamania County Correction Officer; Owner of Maple Leaf Events Wedding Venue; Owner of Maple Way Cabins

Education Attended Stevenson/Carson K-12, 2003 Graduate; Attended Eastern Washington University, 2003-2008, Public Relations/Communications

Community Service Our Lady Star of the Sea, Catholic Church Board Member; Former Skamania Chamber of Commerce Board Member; Stevenson Downtown Association Board Member; Former President – Wind River Business Association; Founder of Logtoberfest – Fundraiser for Wind River Business Association; Former MCEDD Board Member

Statement As a fourth generation Southwest Washington resident I know how frustrating it is to feel ignored by our state’s leaders. It is why I am running for office. As an economic development professional, small business owner and father I want our community to grow, thrive and be safe. We must support police so we can address rising crime. We must make it easier to start a business, not harder. Our government representatives must be willing to listen, even if they do not agree with us. I will bring these common sense solutions to Olympia.

I humbly ask for your vote.

Phone 509-774-8630Email [email protected] watersforhouse.com


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Joe KearPrefers Democratic Party

Elected Experience Ten years elected Precinct Committee Officer. Elected International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers Business Representative 2005 to 2017, representing employees from Canby, OR to Chehalis, WA. Skamania County Democrats Vice-Chair 2019-2020, Secretary 2021-present.

Other Professional Experience Local truck manufacturer 1984-2005, City of Portland 1982-1984.

Education 2 years college, Certified Mechanical Inspector, University of Oregon Labor Education LEAD Program, Winpisinger Center Union Training Certifications.

Community Service Working with homeless, Labor’s Community Service Agency Navigator, Oregon OSHA Advisory Committee, NW Oregon Labor Council, SW Washington Central Labor Council, Pension Trustee, Associate Supervisor Underwood Conservation District, Cape Horn Conservancy, Skamania County West End Subarea Comprehensive Plan Draft 2001-2004.

Statement Working families need a break. We need investments to support families and good jobs, small business and local industry. Investments like: Broadband; Healthcare for everyone; Childcare; Public education; Equitable law enforcement; Mental health and housing for the homeless; Clean energy; Forest and farm support.

I live on forestland and understand rural issues in our district. I have always fought for individual rights including organizing the first LGBT events, working for school desegregation and women’s rights. With a lifetime of union work, I know from negotiations how to get real results for working families. Let’s make our economy work for everyone!

Phone 360-837-8907Email [email protected] joekear.com

Paul HarrisPrefers Republican Party

Elected Experience State Representative 2010-2022, Caucus Chair 2019-2022, Joint Oregon Washington Legislative Bridge Action Committee 2019-2022, Health Care Committee 2010-2022, Ranking Member Education Committee, Appropriations Committee, House Minority Whip 2012-2016, Evergreen School Board Member 1993-2003.

Other Professional Experience Molina Healthcare Community Outreach, Owner/Solid Business Solutions, LLC, Owner/Cascade Paint & Supply, Vice President/Miller Paint Company.

Education BYU/Bachelor of Science/Business Administration, Provo, UT.

Community Service Columbia River Mental Health Board Member, Share Board Member, Lifelong Boy Scout and Leader, Eagle Scout.

Statement Public safety is my top priority. I supported increased funding and training for police. Reasonable suspicion must be restored so our neighbors can be protected. I’ll continue to advocate for police.

Inflation is crushing families with increasing gas prices and taxes. I supported lowering taxes last year as we had a 15 billion dollar surplus, instead spending went to government programs. Part of that surplus should have gone to timber communities suffering from excessive logging restrictions. Parents deserve to be heard. School board meetings should be audio recorded and available online. Re-elect Paul Harris. Please vote!

Phone 360-553-2748Email [email protected] Electharris.com


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Earl BowermanPrefers Republican Party

Elected Experience Chair, Clark County Republican Party

Other Professional Experience Founder, ProduceOne, Inc; Professor Emeritus, CSU Fresno

Education Ph.D. Plant Histology, Rutgers; Masters and Bachelors in Agricultural Sciences, University of Arkansas

Community Service Clark County election observer and campaign volunteer; Leader, Explorer Scouts and 4-H

Statement I believe that we must support law enforcement again. Olympia got it backwards when they handcuffed police. We must eliminate homeless encampments. I stand for a third corridor to relieve traffic congestion and am against toll roads. I favor lowering sales tax and freezing property taxes for seniors.

I ask for your vote. It would be my honor to serve you.

Phone 360-798-3346Email [email protected] earlbowerman.com

Justin ForsmanPrefers Ind. Republican Party

Elected Experience Republican PCO, (2020). Vice President for the Broken Pole Fishing Hole 4 Wounded Veterans, (2015). J.O.B.T.C. Boot Camp Command Leader, (2003).

Other Professional Experience Telecommunications Small Business Owner (2018)

Education U.S. and Washington state Constitutional law scholar. Economics. History major. Criminal Justice studies in: Forensic Science, Crime Scene photography, Crime scene Investigations and Fundamental principles in Law Enforcement and procedures. Surface mining certified, Construction academy at ESD112. Essential oils, Natural Medicine.

Community Service Against Vaccine /Mask Mandates. Political activist. Pro humanity. Advocate against Glyphosate (Round Up), 5G technologies, and Water Fluoridation. Gun Rights Advocate. Sued a Judge for violating Oath of Office. Devoted to helping others.

Statement Prior to Paul Harris sponsoring to remove Vaccine Exemptions for children in 2019, his campaigns’ have been funded by Pfizer, J&J, GlaxoSmithKline, and others as early as 2011. I’ve been vehemently opposed to all covid-19 mandates, especially vaccine mandates.

My focus is on: Reducing inflation, lowering cost of living, and taxes. Fighting for a third bridge! Protection of all constitutional freedoms, especially our 2nd Amendment! Safer streets, with focus on mental health and more shelter facilities. Higher wage employment. I also oppose open border policies that affect this State. We deserve Prosperity, Accountable Leadership and Honest Elections. Vote Justin Forsman!

Phone 360-932-7579Email [email protected] Forsman4freedom.com

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John ZingalePrefers Democratic Party

Elected Experience First time candidate

Other Professional Experience John has spent almost a decade in public school teaching middle school Social Studies. He has won numerous state and national awards for his dedication and innovation, including Washington State History Teacher of the Year and the Sons

of the American Revolution National Middle School History Teacher of the Year. He also presents at local and national Social Studies conferences and sits on several educational boards.

Education Master’s in Teaching (University of Portland), Bachelor’s in History (Northern Illinois University)

Community Service Fort Vancouver National Historic Site partner, Southwest Washington National History Day Regional Co-coordinator, CloseUp/D.C. Regional Field Trip coordinator

Statement The hardworking families of Southwest Washington need a new voice. I hear everyday from students and families about their concerns for our future. As a teacher that promotes civic engagement, I will act as their voice.

We must provide a safe, high quality education for all students that prepares them for employment, college, and active citizenship. We must support small businesses, champion family wage jobs, construct affordable housing, and ensure safety throughout our community. We need to make sure the American dream is attainable for everyone. Let’s get back to the basics of governing. I hope to earn your vote.

Phone 360-553-9712Email [email protected] ElectJohnZingale.com

Stephanie McClintockPrefers Republican Party

Elected Experience Battleground School Board Member, Precinct Committee Officer

Other Professional Experience Currently work for United Grain in Public Relations; previously worked in Human Resources and a former small business owner.

Education Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management from Concordia University

Community Service Chair of the Clark County Republican Party, Vice President of the Prairie High School Boosters, served as a member of the Battleground Education Foundation

Statement I, along with my husband and two sons, have been a proud member of the Clark County community for 24 years. As the daughter of a police detective, I support law enforcement who were let down by leadership in Olympia and compromised our public safety. I will defend your hard-earned income from reckless spending and policies that negatively impact our families, businesses and community.

Representation in Olympia should reflect our values in policy, spending and public education. I would be honored to be your voice for common sense in Olympia and I humbly ask for your vote.

Phone 360-600-8170Email [email protected] vote4stephaniemcclintock.com




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Duncan CamachoPrefers Democratic Party

Elected Experience First time candidate

Other Professional Experience Duncan has dedicated most his life to helping people. He is in his fifth year as a Registered Nurse at PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center, currently in the neuro/trauma ICU. Previously, he was a paramedic in San Jose for 10 years. He

is an active member of the Washington State Nurses Association, a delegate on the Southwest Washington Central Labor Council and represents his nursing coworkers on multiple committees.

Education Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Texas Tech University, graduated magna cum laude.

Community Service Neighborhood food drive organizer for Clark County Food Bank and Family of Christ Preschool volunteer.

Statement I’m the only candidate in this race with hands on healthcare experience. Whether it’s creating policy in response to a pandemic, or helping seniors navigate our difficult healthcare system, I will be a loud voice in Olympia for the health of our communities. I’m asking for your vote so that I can take my years of experience saving lives to Olympia and work to improve the lives of you and your loved ones. Trust a nurse to put people first.

Endorsements: Washington State Labor Council, Washington State Nurses Association, Representatives Monica Stonier and Sharon Wylie, 18th LD Democrats and more.

Phone 360-605-0161Email [email protected] duncanforstatehouse.com

John LeyPrefers Republican Party

Elected Experience Precinct Committee Officer; Delegate 2016 Washington State Republican Convention; Air Line Pilots Association Board of Directors, Chairman Council 124; Deputy State Master Councilor, Oregon DeMolay youth organization

Other Professional Experience Captain Delta Air Lines; Federal Flight Deck Officer; ALPA Major Contingency Fund Chairman; United States Air Force Instructor Pilot and Flight Commander, KC-135; Public Affairs Officer; small business owner.

Education Portland State University, Bachelor of Science; Distinguished Graduate USAF Squadron Officer School; Air Command and Staff College; USAF ROTC scholarship.

Community Service Transportation and responsible spending activist; fighting to clean up Lacamas Lake water; campaign manager; organizer Special Olympics and United Way; attends Grace Foursquare Church;

Statement It's time for positive change in Southwest Washington. No more 800+ day emergencies. Restore parental control over children's education. Lower regressive state sales tax so citizens can keep more of their money. Exempt the first $250,000 of state property taxes. Affordable housing isn't possible with unaffordable property taxes.

Restore law enforcement's ability to pursue criminals. Stop "catch and release" to make neighborhoods safer. No tolls. We need more bridges across the Columbia River to reduce traffic congestion and improve freight mobility. We can build three or four new bridges for $5 billion. Stop wasting transportation dollars. Elect John Ley!

Phone 360-254-6225Email [email protected] electjohnley.com




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Greg CheneyPrefers Republican Party

Elected Experience Never held elective office.

Other Professional Experience Attorney focused on helping small to medium-sized businesses, and providing indigent representation to low-income Washington residents in need of legal support. Small Business Owner and local job creator.

Education Seattle University School of Law, Juris Doctor; George Washington University, Master of Arts, U.S. History; Walla Walla University, Bachelor of Arts, History

Community Service Volunteering in our community is an important part of how I use my time to help others, including time spent on the following: Battle Ground Planning Commission Member; Former Board Member NAMI Southwest Washington; Clark County Republican Party Treasurer; Longtime member, Meadow Glade Adventist Church.

Statement Common Sense…Real Solutions. Clark County voters deserve safe, affordable, livable communities where people can raise families and seniors can age comfortably at home.

As our next State Representative, I will: 1) vote no on legislation that raises the price of gas, groceries, and housing - we can’t afford it. 2) Fund police and law enforcement – we need safe neighborhoods. 3) Address root causes of our homeless crisis – like mental health and addiction. 4) Grow/expand high-paying jobs – so people can afford to live in Clark County. Please contact me with questions. I’d be honored to earn your vote!

Phone 360-356-7555Email [email protected] electgregcheney.com

Brad BentonPrefers Republican Party

Elected Experience Student Council President, 2 years – King’s Way Christian High School

Other Professional Experience Assistant Activities Director, Bonaventure Senior Living; Advertising Manager, The Whitworthian Newspaper; Congressional Intern,

Congresswomen Cathy McMorris Rodgers, WA State 5th Congressional District; Staff Accountant, Moss Adams LLP; Maintenance Technician, Affordable Ponds

Education Bachelor of Arts double major: Accounting, Political Science –Whitworth University-Spokane, WA; Hunter Education Training Certification - Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife

Community Service Eagle Scout Rank – Boy Scouts of America; Offensive Line Coach – King’s Way HS Football Program; Volunteer at Camp Attitude - Summer Camp for Disabled Children

Statement Citizens of the 18th district deserve a Representative that will fight for them. A representative that will do exactly what they promise. A person who is honest, with integrity, that truly cares about your wellbeing. I am that person. I am a new generation of Republican: youthful energy with traditional conservative values. I will go to Olympia to fight for you! I will fight for lower taxes, parental rights, and your personal property rights. My only goal is to serve the people of the 18th District. I humbly ask for your vote so that I can start fighting for you.

Phone 360-904-4454Email [email protected] BentonforRep.com




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Peter AbbarnoPrefers Republican Party

Elected Experience 2020-Present serving as State Representative in the 20th Legislative District. 2015-2020 served as Centralia City Councilmember.

Other Professional Experience 2010-Present, Attorney and Owner of Althauser Rayan Abbarno, LLP.

Education 2009, University of Washington School of Law, Master of Laws in Taxation; 2008, Vermont Law School, Juris Doctor, 1997, State University of New York at Fredonia, Bachelor of Arts.

Community Service Centralia College Foundation (2012-Present, President 2018-2020); Lewis Economic Development Council (2015-2020); Mentor at W.F. West and Morton High School; Watch D.O.G.S. in Centralia School District; Hub City Mission; Lewis County Special Olympics; and Lewis County Bar Association and Legal Aid, (President 2013).

Statement I am an attorney, business owner, and state representative; but most importantly, I am a husband and father who believes in building stronger families and stronger communities. My wife is a middle school math teacher and my children attend elementary school. As your State Representative, I will continue focusing on real solutions for ‘kitchen table’ issues facing us all; including passing meaningful tax relief; keeping our families and communities safe, and creating economic and educational opportunities so every child and every family has an opportunity to be successful. Thank you for your vote!

Phone 360-508-3660Email [email protected] ElectPeterAbbarno.com

Ed OrcuttPrefers Republican Party

Elected Experience Serving in his eleventh term in the House of Representatives, Ed Orcutt serves on the Transportation Committee; Finance Committee (ranking member); Economic Development, Agriculture, and Natural Resources Committee; Joint Legislative Audit Review Committee (Executive

board); and the Economic & Revenue Forecast Council.

Other Professional Experience Consulting forester/owner of Cascade Forest Management

Education B.S degree: Forest Management, University of Idaho.

Community Service An active volunteer, Ed Orcutt is a member of the Kalama Lions and has served as past chairman of the Highlander Festival, member of the Columbia Theatre Board, and served as a youth bowling coach.

Statement State Representative Ed Orcutt has earned a reputation in Olympia as an effective, independent leader who works hard to make things happen for the families in Southwest Washington. He's a leader in fighting against tax increases and for protection of natural resource jobs, property rights, and our quality of life.

Ed Orcutt's priorities include creating new family wage jobs in the district, making government more responsive to citizens, and making government live within its means. He works to fund education from existing revenues and to provide tax relief to citizens in our area. Let's keep Ed Orcutt working for us!

Phone 360-751-2317Email [email protected] RepEdOrcutt.com




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Sharon WyliePrefers Democratic Party

Elected Experience Sharon Wylie has served the 49th District as your State Representative since 2011, served two terms in the Oregon Legislature in the 1990's, and is currently Vice-Chair of Transportation and a member of the Commerce and Gaming, and Finance Committees. She serves on the State Arts

Commission and the Economic Development Finance Authority.

Other Professional Experience 30 years of experience as a management and government relations consultant and small business owner.

Education B.A. in Political Science, University of California at Riverside.

Community Service Volunteer for Council for the Homeless, downtown arts events, and King County Sexual Assault Resource Center.

Statement Public service is both an honor and privilege. I volunteer for the National Institute for Civil Discourse because I believe in respect and civil problem solving. Sadly, this doesn't always happen. My commitment to a strong economy, a fair and inclusive community, quality education, and a healthy environment are key values. I am a mom and a grandmother who will listen and be open and respectful to all. Working with people with whom you may not agree is hard but important. It would be an honor to continue to serve as your State Representative. There is much to be done.

Phone 360-921-5716Email [email protected] Electsharon.com

Park LlafetPrefers Republican Party

Elected Experience VHNA - Chair, secretary, & treasurer. Ellsworth PTO- President 3 years; ESDF- Vice President Fundraising

Other Professional Experience Chair of MAP for MTCC- 2021-2022

Education Graduate Coeur D' HS - 1985; North Idaho College 1986; Clark

College 2001; Western Seminary 2001

Community Service I have served on nonprofit boards in Clark County for the past twenty-three years. I was recently asked to serve on a panel to interview/ recommend a new police chief for VPD 2022.

Statement I came to the United States when I was fifteen months old and became a US Citizen when I was four. I have felt a way to give back to my adopted country by serving my community. For the past twenty three years I have served by being elected and serving on non profit boards.. In this time, I have worked with great people in their mission and work. I believe by advancing their values, hard work, and volunteerism we can always pay it forward. I will serve as your voice in Olympia. I humbly ask for your vote!

Phone 503-997-3266Email [email protected] Vote4park.com




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Jeremy BakerPrefers Republican Party


Other Professional Experience United States Marine Corps (1994-2003); Iraqi war veteran; Laborer, Union Brick Mason, Superintendent, Operations Manager

Education Prairie High School (1994); Clark College (1996); Washington State University (2000); Bachelor of Arts in History, double major in English.

Community Service Co-President Franklin Elementary PTA; Watch D.O.G.S (Dads of Great Students) "Top Dog" Lincoln Elementary; Wrestling Coach

Statement As a US Marine Corps Veteran, husband, and father of four, I have dedicated my life to making a positive impact on others. Having lived most of my life in the 49th District, I can see a change in leadership is urgently needed. Crime, drug abuse, and homelessness are at crisis levels. Our local businesses and neighborhoods are suffering from rampant crime. Inflation and taxes are crushing citizens, especially those on fixed incomes. As your State Representative, I will be a thoughtful leader dedicated to ending burdensome taxes, demanding accountability, and making the 49th District a safe, affordable place again.

Phone 360-261-2601Email [email protected] votejeremybaker49.com

Monica Jurado StonierPrefers Democratic Party

Elected Experience Washington State Representative; House Majority Floor Leader; Chair, Financial Education Public Private Partnership; Chair, Working Families Caucus; Member, Appropriations Budget Committee, Education Committee, Healthcare and Wellness Committee, and Rules Committee.

Other Professional Experience Classroom teacher, Pacific Middle School; Professional Development provider in Evergreen Public Schools; Youth Sports Coach, Girls Cross Country and Track; Chair, Financial Education Public Private Partnership; Co-Chair, Working Families Caucus; Board Member, Council for the Homeless.

Education Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, Western Washington University; Washington State Teaching Certificate, Western Washington University; Master’s in Education, Washington State University Vancouver

Community Service General Advisory Committee, Cascadia Tech Academy; Chair, Children’s Health One Table

Statement Thank you for the honor of serving in these challenging years. We must recover and reimagine a post-pandemic economy and community. I am proud of both my progressive record for working families, healthcare access, education access, and equity. I am also proud of my reputation for working across the aisle to deliver for this region. My recent commitments to housing issues and affordable/available childcare are examples of delivered results from past campaign promises.

Please return me to Olympia to continue working with community leaders in service to you, your family, and our local economy.

Phone 360-901-2859Email [email protected] votemonicastonier.com




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Peter Van NortwickElected Experience Your Assessor since 2011.

Other Professional Experience As a Certified General Appraiser, I have professional experience, appraising your homes, farms, and commercial buildings. I am a member of the Clark County Association of Realtors and was voted by the board as the 2020 Affiliate of the year.

Education Undergrad: University of Washington Post Grad: University of Colorado, Seattle University, Leadership Clark County class of 2010.

Community Service Clark College Business School Advisory committee. Volunteer football coach in the Vancouver School District. Three-time league champions teaching kids the rewards of hard work, sacrifice and achieving more together.

Statement It is an honor to be your Assessor. In prior campaigns, I promised Better Government, Faster Service and a Financially stronger office. More so than ever we can say, “Promises Delivered”

Better Government- The last few years have been challenging for all of us, but my office has continued improving and never stopped serving the citizens of Clark County. The senior exemption program was expanded greatly increasing the number of eligible seniors and utilizing technology we met the challenge even as the team had to work remotely. We have reworked our service delivery methods to provided more efficient, safe, and enhanced personalized services.

Faster Service: We have focused on technology to allow property owners to get services on-line and faster. Routine items like changing your mailing address and appealing assessed values can be completed on-line reducing paperwork for citizens and staff.

Financially Stronger: The Assessor’s office continues to fulfill our mandated services with fewer employees than when I took office. My team has been and continues to leverage technology allowing us to meet the challenges of a rapidly growing county while holding the line on spending. With promises delivered I again ask you for your vote. Thank you.

Phone 360-907-4413

Greg KimseyElected Experience Clark County Auditor since 1999

Other Professional Experience Chief Financial Officer, Vancouver Oil Company; Vice President, Investment Banking, US Bancorp; Assistant Superintendent, Groves-Atkinson (I-205 Bridge); Apprentice Carpenter, Local No. 1715 AFL–CIO

Education Certified Election Administrator, Washington Secretary of State; Chartered Financial Analyst, Institute of Chartered Financial Analysts; M.B.A., Portland State University; B.A., University of Washington

Community Service Auditor of the Year - Secretary of State, Statesman of the Year - Chamber of Commerce; member and President Vancouver Rotary; founding board member Columbia Land Trust, board member Vancouver Housing Authority YWCA, YMCA, Vancouver Public Schools Foundation; Vancouver Public Schools Community Leadership Advisory Committee; youth soccer coach

Statement For nearly 24 years voters have entrusted me with the responsibility of ensuring that elections in Clark County are secure, transparent, accountable and accurate. If re-elected I will continue to work diligently to safeguard elections.

Free and fair elections are part of the foundation of our democracy. Citizens must have confidence in the accuracy of election results. The best test of election results accuracy is a recount. Each recount in Clark County since 1998 has affirmed the original results. Two recounts in 2021 demonstrated again that our ballot processing equipment and software are 100.0% accurate.

If re-elected I will remain committed to providing excellent, budget-minded service. Whether you are registering to vote, obtaining a marriage license, recording a deed, renewing your car tabs, or other interactions with us, our goal at the Auditor’s office is to increase your confidence in your government with every interaction. I have been and will continue to be an advocate in county government for taxpayers.

I am humbled by the confidence voters have shown in me. If allowed to continue to serve I will work hard to show that confidence was justified. I hope you will honor me with your vote.

Phone 360-521-6685Email [email protected] GregKimsey.com

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Brett SimpsonElected Experience No Information Submitted

Other Professional Experience Manager for Clark County land developer creating residential subdivisions and building houses for 12 years. Production manager for high precision mechanical, electronic and aerospace manufacturer for 4 years,

duties included starting up new production facilities. Extensive experience in creating and improving processes in business, manufacturing and construction. Commercial construction management in the Seattle Metro area.

Education University of Washington, B.S. in Construction Management. Newport High School, Bellevue, WA.

Community Service CCRP Election Integrity Team, Washington Election Integrity Coalition United and Washington Voter Research Project

Statement I have chosen to run for Clark County Auditor due to my sincere belief that nothing in government is more important than having election integrity and the confidence of the people in the results of their vote. Over the past two years I have been involved with citizens’ committees in the fight for election integrity here in Clark County and have been sorely disappointed by the stonewalling and destruction of information shown by the Auditor’s office.

It has become obvious to me that the current office is working for the bureaucratic establishment, instead of for their real bosses, We the People. There is enough flexibility and discretion within current laws for the Auditor to provide transparency while assuring that the vote of We the People is accurate, safe and secure. They haven’t done that.

I intend to make sure that the votes of all Clark County citizens are accurately and safely counted so that only the officials and policies that We the People vote for are entrusted with power. I believe that I have the leadership ability needed to build trust and restore confidence in this office, and am asking for your vote.

Email [email protected] brettsimpson4auditor.com

Scott G. WeberElected Experience Elected Clark County Clerk 2010; Re-elected Clark County Clerk 2014, and 2018

Other Professional Experience Prior to being elected County Clerk 12 years ago, Scott successfully worked in manufacturing and implemented lean manufacturing process efficiencies.

Education Education Degree in Applied Arts and Sciences

Community Service Veterans Court Board member; Treasurer of the Washington State Association of County Clerks; Evergreen School District Truancy Board member

Statement I have been honored to serve as your County Clerk for the past 12 years.

The County Clerk is an elected position created under the Washington State Constitution and is the administrative and financial officer for the Superior Court. The Clerk receives, processes and preserves all documents in perpetuity for all Superior Court actions, including criminal, civil, family law, probate, guardianship, paternity, adoption and juvenile matters. The Clerk must be independent to maintain the integrity of court records.

Public officials and employees must have the highest standards of excellence, integrity, and fairness. It is my mission to serve the courts and the citizens of Clark County to provide quality, efficient, and effective service. Sometimes that involves more than administering my office. I often step in to help with the workload of my staff.

During my time in office, I have made significant positive changes, resulting in better, and more responsive customer service including the collection of restitution for crime victims. We have provided real-time public access to documents and electronic filing-saving citizens legal costs. Ensuring that court records are open and accessible is an essential function of the Clerk’s office. Thank you for your vote and your support.


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Hector HinojosaElected Experience No Information Submitted

Other Professional Experience 40+ years Field Service Engineer and Technical Consultant in the semiconductor industry

Education Western Texas College, AS in Engineering, additional studies at University of Texas

Community Service Community Roots Collaborative – Founding member, Vice-President; 2015 Ryan Woods Grassroots Community Award; Vancouver Farmers Market – Vendor and board member; Slow Foods SW WA - Past President; Columbia River Mental Health Foundation – board member; SW WA LULAC Council 47013 – Founding member, past President; Stone Soup Community Meal – Founder and Organizer; City of Vancouver Police Chief's Diversity Advisory Committee, Clark County Sheriff's Office Latino Leaders Roundtable; Clark College Social Equity Advisory Council

Statement Working alongside my father on our Texas farm from age 11 until I left for college to study engineering, I know and respect hard work. My career in semiconductors took me to many cities and countries, but moving to Vancouver 30 years ago felt like I was home again. I learned that my strength is leading people to jointly identify problems, find solutions and implement them.

I founded and lead many organizations, such as Community Roots Collaborative. We built over 20 tiny homes for the houseless. I advise Clark County Sheriff’s Office, and am a member of Vancouver Police Chief's Diversity Advisory Team, and Clark College Social Equity Advisory Council.

Most of us agree that people should not be living on the streets. Population growth does not require cutting down all the trees and paving over all the farmland. Law enforcement must keep everyone safe.

As your county councilor, I will focus on these and other problems and find cost-effective solutions. Those who know me understand that beyond my low-key nature is a strong passionate advocate who will work diligently to improve the lives of everyone in Vancouver and Clark County. I respectfully ask for your vote.

Phone 360-713-3718Email [email protected] hector4countycouncil.com

Glen YungElected Experience NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness), Executive Board; Vancouver Neighborhood Alliance, Treasurer; Hough Neighborhood Association, Chair

Other Professional Experience Following a career in finance, my wife and I created and operate a successful family remodeling business. I am

actively involved in our community: Vancouver’s Task Force for Council Representation, Community Advisory Committee, Uptown Village Association, Clark County School Advisory Council, Remodelers of Clark County (Chair)

Education Mt. Hood Community College; Kaiser-Wilhelm Ratsgymnasium, Hannover, Germany; Fluent German speaker

Community Service Licensed foster and respite home for children. Weekly volunteer cook for the unsheltered. Community Garden and Plant Library Host. Volunteer for NAACP and neighborhood graffiti cleanup.

Statement Two decades ago, my wife Xuan (Kim) and I discovered Vancouver. We found a thriving community with robust neighborhoods and opportunity for success. We had the essentials of wellbeing: economic opportunity, affordable housing and safe neighborhoods.

Today we are experiencing unprecedented challenges. I will work hard to address affordable housing, climate change and the unsafe living conditions in our community. By providing necessary tools such as access to mental health and addiction treatment, we can maintain safe and vibrant neighborhoods. An accountable and balanced law enforcement approach in combination with appropriate services in keeping our community clean and safe.

The people of Clark County, together with strong leadership, can meet the challenges of today and tomorrow. Problem solving and consensus are essential to achieving our goals. I will work tirelessly to bring change and new direction by crafting solutions to complex problems. My skills in finance, small business, and civic volunteerism are an asset for our community.

I’m running for County Council to move our county forward, bringing leadership that empowers all voices. Together we can create a future that is safe, with opportunity and prosperity for generations to come. Please call me with questions. I ask for your vote.

Phone 360-583-0889Email [email protected] Glen4Council.com

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Doug CoopElected Experience I ran for Vancouver City Mayor and have campaigned for various candidates.

Other Professional Experience Assistant General Manager - Pacific Printers Honolulu, Hawaii; Marketing and Purchasing - Bowman & Sons Printers Las Vegas; Senior Account Executive – West Rock International

Education Education and Scholarship Chair, Las Vegas Printing House of Craftsmen

Community Service I have over 30 years serving as a leader in my church, doing environmental cleanup, and providing food & care to the homeless. Every week and every last Saturday of the month you will find me serving hot meals with local homeless outreach in and around the downtown Vancouver area.

Statement As the candidate running for the Clark County Council District 1 seat, I stand for honest and responsible government, individual rights and personal accountability. I look forward to helping Clark County and its residents find real solutions to homelessness, crime, and high taxes.

Clark County residents are facing some crucial issues and I will respond with strong leadership and common sense solutions that benefit our entire community. As a team-builder, I look forward to bringing great unity to the direction and purpose of the County Council. I am asking for your vote because I believe our Council is at a turning point.

I personally believe that Clark County is the key to ongoing prosperity here in Washington. We need to continue to encourage business growth as we rebuild our economy in a post covid environment. Doing so will ensure that Clark County is a place where its residents can thrive now and into the future. I will work with the Council to bring proposals to the table that will build a prosperous county. My job is to be your voice and not an echo. When elected, you can count on me being transparent and responsive in communicating with residents.

Phone 702-524-2262Email [email protected] dougcoop.com

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Chartisha RobertsElected Experience No Information Submitted

Other Professional Experience 13+ years experience as HR recruiter and administrator in healthcare and transportation.

Education Bachelors of Science, General Science, University of Oregon

Community Service Community youth mentor, volunteer with Oregon Food Bank, Clean the ‘Couve, and Children’s Book Bank. Member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc., community member of the Discipline Equity Steering Committee of the Vancouver School District, Membership co-chair of the Conference of Minority Transportation Officials (COMTO) Oregon/SWWA Chapter

Statement Now more than ever, Clark County needs elected leaders who truly understand what our community is facing. More and more residents are struggling to make ends meet; housing supply can’t keep up with demand; community members don’t feel safe; and political divisions are stronger than ever. In a crucial time like this, we need leaders who listen and understand, with the experience and ability to take action.

I am running for the county council because I want Clark County to be the place for my son, and all the generations who follow, that it has been for me: a safe and welcoming county that represents prosperity and possibility. My life and work experience have prepared me to do what we need: listen, learn, and use that knowledge to take action to make things better.

I lead by example, and with the values of courage, honesty, and transparency. My professional experience in the healthcare and transportation industries provides me with innovative thinking about how to meet the needs of our entire community and an administrative skill set directed toward public service. Together, we can make Clark County a place that works for all of us. I ask for your vote.

Phone 360-334-7790Email [email protected] electchartisha.com

Kim HamlikElected Experience This would be my first elected office.

Other Professional Experience Small family business owner, work history includes 20 years in human resource, risk management and government relations.

Education Graduate of Whitepass 1978, Continuing education, Clark College

Community Service Current board member, Trauma Intervention Program (TIPNW), Former Co-President, Vancouver Tennis Foundation, I believe in giving back to our community every chance that I get. I have supported multiple local charities as well as donating time, food and support to help those in need in our County.

Statement Our county can no longer tolerate piecemeal efforts and petty disagreements that waste our tax payer dollars. I’m running for Clark County Council to work for you and not a political agenda. I’m ready to work hard and take action from day one to build a vision for our county, so we can thrive.

My mission is for safe, clean and livable neighborhoods. I will support our sheriff in working to build up our department so we are no longer the lowest staffed in the state. I will work to fix our jail so we have the capacity to stop enabling bad behavior. I will work with organizations and nonprofits to make sure we have the resources needed for mental health and addiction recovery.

As your councilor I promise to have open and constructive dialogue concerning all county policies and procedures. I will do my homework, making sure my decisions are well informed, and I will always be available to talk to you in person, by phone or email.

I would be honored to use my decades of community engagement and leadership to serve as your District 2 councilor. I ask for your vote to serve the community we share.

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Michelle BelkotElected Experience PTO President and PTO VP

Other Professional Experience Civil Servant with over 20 years in the acquisition and procurement of multi-million-dollar construction and engineering contracts. Officer in Command, Training Officer, collectively served 24 years USAF (MSgt), USN (Lieutenant)

Education Webster University, Management and Leadership, M.A., George Fox University, Management and Organizational Leadership, B.A., Navy Supply Corps School, Hudson’s Bay High School, Vancouver Public Schools.

Community Service Veterans’ organizations, more than 1,000 hours of school volunteer hours, school auctions, and Holy Redeemer Catholic Church.

Statement As a federal procurement leader, Veteran, and mother I bring a unique skill set to the many challenges confronting our County. I’m ready to put my school board run in the Vancouver School District to work to restore your voice back to the County Council. I will leverage my attention to detail to find solutions to lower housing costs, taxes, and bring relief during this near-historic inflation we’re all experiencing.

I’m running because the homeless camps crisis is turning Clark County into Portland; something that I will fight to turn around. I’m passionate for our communities to be safe by having supported, well-trained, and fairly compensated deputies (the defunding police mentality is devastating our communities!), along with finding real solutions to our traffic problems, ones that puts Clark County residents first. Portland politicians or bloated government projects that just want to expand light rail, are not priorities for Clark County.

The last several years our District hasn’t had their concerns addressed or listened to by Council, if elected, I'll represent you, always be accessible, and be a community-based member of the Council. I’ve proudly served our Country, and now I need your vote to serve our County.

Phone 360-521-6682Email [email protected] michellebelkot.com

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Don BentonElected Experience Washington State Senator 1996-2016; Deputy Majority Leader, State Senate; Chairman, Senate Operations Committee; Representative, State House of Representatives; Chairman, State Republican Party

Other Professional Experience CEO, National Advertising Consultants-1988-2013; Director,

Environmental Services, Clark County; Senior White House Advisor and Transition Director, US Government; Director, United States Selective Service-2017-2021

Education BS in Management and Communication, Concordia University; Certificate, Dan Evans School of Management Program, University of Washington; Married 40 years and helped raise four children, Life University

Community Service Board Member, Financial Literacy Council; Merit Badge Counselor, Assistant Scoutmaster, Boy Scouts of America; Board Member, former Chairman, American Red Cross

Statement For 22 years as your state legislator, I proudly fought for responsible governance, your parental rights, and successfully led property tax exemptions for seniors. As Director of Environmental Services for Clark County, I protected our environment without costing one job. During my four-year leadership as Director of the U.S. Selective Service, reporting directly to the President of the United States, we received national recognition for an 84% improvement in employee engagement, ranking third in the nation for effective leadership.

Public safety, lower taxes and homelessness are my top priorities. We do not want to become Portland! As your County Councilor, I will always treat financial decisions like it’s your money, not the government’s and will represent you honorably, transparently, and effectively using commonsense solutions. Throwing money at an issue is not the first thing government should do. I understand government budgets and believe in exploring all other solutions. Paraphrasing George Washington, government is like a fire; necessary and useful, but left unattended it will consume everything.

Endorsed by community leaders like Liz Pike, Ed Orcutt, Tom Mielke, Shauna Walters, Joe Melroy, and many others.

We need experienced leadership to move Clark County forward. I humbly ask for your vote.

Phone 360-574-7369Email [email protected] BentonforCouncil.com

Sue MarshallElected Experience Board Supervisor of Clark Conservation District 2019 – present; Clark County Clean Water Commission; Administrator for Oregon Senate Environment and Natural Resources Committee.

Other Professional Experience Family farmer - Baurs Corner Farm, Ridgefield. Over 30 years experience in

public service dealing with natural resource conservation, economic justice, and hunger issues. Founder, Trillium Consulting LLC, government affairs firm, leadership roles with nonprofit and local government: Director Tualatin Riverkeepers in Washington County and Director Community Food and Nutrition for Multnomah Community Action Agency.

Education BS Environmental Health, Western Washington University; trained facilitator consensus model Kettering Foundation National Issues Forum.

Community Service Friends of Clark County; Clark/Cowlitz Farm Bureau.

Statement My family has farmed in Clark County over 60 years. We recently planted 27 acres of hazelnuts and, with our grandchildren, are nurturing a fourth generation of farmers.

I consider the hard work of farming the dues we pay for the privilege of living in this beautiful place. Valuing the rural landscape and promoting thriving cities are important to me and I have developed a platform to support this vision.

Strengthening the rural economy by promoting local agriculture, small business, and clean industry will enable residents to live and work in Clark County. It is important to plan for right-sized development that does not overburden our roads, schools and natural resources or increase the community’s tax burden. We must earn the public’s trust by providing quality services - public safety (quick response to calls for help), reducing unnecessary permit burdens, ensuring affordable housing and addressing homelessness, and empowering the public through transparent decision making.

Candidates elected to Council this November will guide and vote on the next comprehensive plan. It is why I am compelled to run and believe I am the strongest candidate to ensure the community has a seat at the table. Let’s plan our community’s future together!

Phone 360-207-4148Email [email protected] sueforclarkcounty.com



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Richard RylanderElected Experience County Councilor for District 5.

Other Professional Experience Mentor at OHSU and WSU. Executive experience in large and startup companies. Background in sales; management; HR and Operations. Adjunct Professor at University of Portland (past).

Education Bachelors Degrees in Marketing and Finance and MBA.

Community Service Clean Water Commission (Chair for 2 years); Meadowglade Neighborhood Association past Director; Education Blog 6+ years; Assisted in foundation of neighborhood and HOA associations. Past registered foster parents. Deep involvement in K-12 education issues and groups. I’ve been a soccer and baseball coach, a soccer referee.

Statement Our safety is under assault with runaway robberies, shootings, gang violence, and surging drug dealing due to lack of support for law enforcement. I will work to fully fund deputies so that they can actually fight crime! I will advocate to clean up homeless camps by using a combination of policing and services to address addiction and mental illness.

Steep increases in food prices, rent, gasoline, with raging inflation, are hurting us. I pledge not to raise any taxes or fees and work to reduce government regulations that increase costs.

I pledge to oppose road and bridge tolls. I promise to oppose light rail into Clark County. We need a third bridge to reduce traffic on I5.

We can provide thousands of family wage jobs by developing some of the vacant land along the short-line railroad and by identifying parcels of 10-20 acres for commercial development. Creating jobs in Clark County will save people paying Oregon income taxes, will reduce pollution and relieve bridge congestion. We can lower the cost of housing and rent by reducing restrictions on land that prevents building enough housing to drive costs down. I support more housing for rural families.

Phone 650-759-7107Email [email protected] rylanderforcouncil.com

Rick TorresElected Experience None

Other Professional Experience Current; owner of RMS Consulting Solutions and National Director of Sales for Cold Jet, LLC; Former; Clark County Sheriff’s Office Sergeant and Vancouver Police Department officer. United States Marine Corps veteran.

Education Master’s degree (MBA) in Business and Finance, Marylhurst University; BS Environmental Science and Urban Planning, San Jose State University, Six Sigma Green Belt, Leadership Clark County graduate.

Community Service Current; Clark County Civil Service Commission, Clark College Veterans Advisory Board, President March Estates HOA. Former; Clark County Planning Commission, Our Lady of Lourdes School Commission, Leadership Clark County Board, Clark County Youth Football coach (7 years).

Statement I raised my three children in this community and have always been extremely proud to call Clark County our home. Unfortunately, the Clark County we live in today has become unrecognizable to many who live here. It’s time to elect steadfast leadership that is not beholden to any special interest. I have the courage and fortitude to lead our county in a professional and forward-thinking manner while working to promote public safety, livability, economic development and small government.

I have been a resident of Clark County for 23 years, spending over 12 years in law enforcement at both the Clark County Sheriff’s office and Vancouver Police Department. I have a deep understanding of the major issues facing our County, including skyrocketing crime rates, an outdated county jail, growing homeless population, exorbitant home prices, crumbling roads, and failing county leadership.

I pride myself on being able to draw upon my education and work experience to quickly evaluate data and make decisions for the good of all our citizens. I’m running for Clark County Council District #5 to ensure Clark County is safe, affordable, and prosperous for everyone who calls Clark County home.

I ask for your support and your vote.

Phone 360-608-5574Email [email protected] ElectRickTorres.com

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Tony GolikElected Experience Elected to serve as Clark County Prosecuting Attorney 2011-Present

Other Professional Experience Deputy Prosecutor 1996 - 2010. Experienced in all types of cases. Ten years serving on Major Crimes teams specializing in Class A felony cases and homicide prosecutions. Current vice

president Washington Association of Prosecuting Attorneys. Washington Office of Independent Investigation advisory board member. Washington Sentencing Guidelines Commission member. State prosecutors association legislative committee member.

Education Bachelor’s Degree, Administration of Justice, Portland State University. Law Degree, Gonzaga University.

Community Service Founding member and board chair Clark County Elder Justice Center. Board Chair Clark County Children’s Justice Center. Board Co-Chair Clark County Juvenile Justice Council.

Statement It’s an honor to serve as your County Prosecutor. We have a dedicated and talented team of people in your Prosecutor’s Office who work hard every day to make our community safe and livable. Ethics and professionalism are at all times the cornerstones of our office.

I have worked for decades to seek justice for crime victims and families. I will always work diligently to hold people who commit crimes appropriately accountable. In many cases, effective diversion programs including mental health court and drug court provide the best results for everyone. I also understand that there are times when justice requires a maximum sentence. Good judgment and a wealth of experience are key when evaluating individual cases. I am dedicated to the work of seeking just results for our entire community.

Protecting our community's most vulnerable members through our work with the Children’s Justice Center and our Elder Justice Center are hallmarks of my work as your prosecutor. I will always strive to ensure our community is safe, people are treated fairly, and justice is served.

Thank you for trusting me to serve as your Prosecutor. I respectfully ask for your vote to continue to serve our community.

Phone 360-921-4749Email [email protected] electgolik.com

Rey ReynoldsElected Experience None yet.

Other Professional Experience Multiple leadership courses to include Federal Law Enforcement Training Academy for Detectives. 12 years Department of Fish and Wildlife, 24 years Vancouver PD. Many honors: three Meritorious Awards, Life Saving Award, several Officer of the Years, Distinguished American.

Education Water Resources BS, Biology Minor, University of Wisconsin. Police and SWAT Academies. Sexual Assault Against Women, Forensic Interviewing of Children, both at Harborview Medical Center.

Community Service Serving on boards: Columbia River Mental Health, Camp Hope, Vancouver School Equity Committee. Volunteers with Flash Love, Salvation Army, CMAC, Police Activities League, PAL Literacy, NAACP, Oregon National Guard, Trauma Intervention Program. “Voice of Vancouver.”

Statement Our community is no longer safe for families. Flawed police reform legislation has led to skyrocketing crime and policies that put criminals ahead of law-abiding citizens. Illegal homeless encampments are spreading; drug abuse is out of control. Public safety has taken a back burner, and our citizens are paying the price.

Clark County residents rightly demand strong leadership to these complex public issues. Rey Reynolds brings 37 years of boots on the ground experience in law enforcement. Rey will prioritize spending within the Sheriff’s office to increase training opportunities that focus on proactive community engagement to improve the safety of our neighborhoods.

Unfilled positions are taking a toll on existing staff. Rey will lead the charge to recruit and retain top quality deputies with fair compensation, improved working conditions and a supportive environment that empowers well-trained deputies with the resources necessary to protect citizens. Deputies must have the ability to proactively patrol, not simply respond once crimes are already committed.

Rey's a proven leader with a legacy of community volunteer service; he will lead with honor and integrity to uphold our U.S. Constitution and protect the unalienable rights of citizens. Rey's ready to lead by putting families first.

Phone 360-809-6769Email [email protected] votereyreynolds.com

Clark CountyProsecuting Attorney

Clark CountySheriff

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Clark CountySheriff


John HorchElected Experience None

Other Professional Experience Current Chief Criminal Deputy. Oversees all enforcement employees and operations at Clark County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO). Commander of Drug Task Force, Major Crimes, Internal Affairs, Child Justice Center, Domestic Violence Unit. Manages CCSO's $26 million

operational budget. FBI Organized Crime Task Force. Bomb Technician. Training Officer. Member: Western States Sheriffs Association. Medal of Merit and Purple Heart Recipient.

Education BS degree in Organizational Leadership. Graduate: FBI Command College and FBI National Academy, Quantico, VA.

Community Service Board Member: Lifeline Connections Sobering Unit and Crisis Wellness Center. Lunch Buddy and PAL Volunteer. Supports Young Life, Clark County Food Bank, Open House Ministries, T1L1.

Statement Clark County is dealing with a rise in violent crime, property crime, vehicle theft, and a growing homeless and mental health crisis. These must be addressed and dealt with now and cannot be ignored. I will provide strong leadership and a plan for positive change.

I grew up in Clark County, raised my kids here, and for 33 years, dedicated my life to service with the Clark County Sheriff’s Office.

I have extensive experience commanding law enforcement in Clark County as Chief, Commander, and Sergeant. I have the necessary qualifications to run the agency effectively. My proven operational and leadership background sets me apart from all other candidates.

It is time to listen to the concerns of our community. I believe in open communication and dialogue with our community stakeholders. I will secure the budget needed to correct staffing shortages and work with legislators to replace laws that enable and embolden criminals. We must assist social services with the homeless and mental health issues. I will implement body cameras and advocate to replace our inadequate and outdated jail immediately. Join me in fighting for safety in Clark County. I would be honored to lead the charge as your next Sheriff.

Phone 360-818-4716Email [email protected] Horch4Sheriff.com

David ShookElected Experience None

Other Professional Experience MP US Army- 3 years, Reserve Officer Hillsboro Police- 3 years, Lieutenant Washington County Sheriff’s Office, Oregon, 25 years - honorably retired, Senior Account Manager Utility Associates- 2 years, Clark County Sheriff’s Office, 2 years – presently

active. Dual certified (corrections/Enforcement); managed millions of dollars, Training Coordinator for 600 employees

Education Portland Community College – two years of general studies; 4600 hours of Department of Public Safety Standards and Training; dual certified (police/corrections); Oregon State Sheriffs’ Command College; Leading in the 21st Century; Leading people in an Increasingly Dynamic World; Diversity, Equity, Inclusion

Community Service Volunteer youth sports association- Football Head Coach/President

Statement Crime in our community is at a historic level while public safety services decrease due to staffing and ineffective relationships with other criminal justice partners. Over decades what once was an innovative and trusted organization has surrendered to complacency. Existing leaders have diminished the efforts to engage in the community when needed the most. This Sheriff’s election is about keeping the status quo or voting to make the changes our community desperately needs.

Restorative justice offers positive results when used in conjunction with other justice system tools. An officer's success should be measured on the number of problems solved, hours spent enhancing our neighborhoods and empowering our community members to be more involved.

A proven leader with 30 years of law enforcement experience, and the only candidate with practical experience working in a jail, enforcement and support services. I will bring both vision and action to the Sheriff’s Office while protecting your constitutional rights. A vote for David Shook is a vote to enhance public safety service in all branches of the Sheriff’s Office while being transparent, accountable, and fiscally responsible

I am the change needed and I am asking for your vote! Shook4Change; Vote Shook4Sheriff!

Phone 360-900-1889Email [email protected] Shook4Sheriff.com

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Candidates l County & Local Nonpartisan Offices

Alishia TopperElected Experience Clark County Treasurer (2019 – Present); Councilmember, City of Vancouver (2014 – 2018).

Other Professional Experience Clark County Treasurer; Washington State Association of County Treasurers, President; Government Finance Officers Association, Member; Washington

Public Treasurers Association, Member; State of Washington Notary Public Appointment; Vancouver Public Schools; Fort Vancouver National Trust.

Education Master of Public Administration, Portland State University; Certified Public Funds Investment Manager; B.S. in Psychology; B.A. in Foreign Languages and Literatures, WSU- Pullman; Graduate Battle Ground High School.

Community Service Clark County Community Action Advisory Board, Chair; Washington State Housing Finance Commission, Commissioner and Chair Audit Committee; National Conference of State Housing Boards, First Vice President.

Statement It is an honor to serve as your Clark County Treasurer. In my first term I upheld my commitment to upgrade payment technologies and enhance customer service by administering and advocating for fair and efficient tax laws.

Despite the pandemic, we met the challenge and found ways to adapt and meet the needs of our customers. At the onset, I quickly authorized a property tax due date extension, provided payment plans to small businesses, and offered multiple payment options. Under my leadership my team successfully transitioned to a new bank. We reduced the number of bank accounts by over half, streamlined banking processes, and strengthened fraud prevention, all while saving taxpayers money.

My experience includes managing the collection of approximately $960 million in property related taxes annually; $1.1 billion investment portfolio; $1.4 billion debt portfolio; and $9.6 billion in deposits and disbursements. If elected, I will continue to administer the county’s finances with full accountability and transparency. Most importantly, I will continue to safeguard our tax dollars, commit to invest wisely for positive returns, and ensure we always follow financial best practices.

I would be honored to continue to be the steward of your tax dollars. Vote Alishia Topper!

Phone 360-521-8295Email [email protected] electtopper.com

Don SteinkeElected Experience No Information Submitted

Other Professional Experience I taught science, mostly at Camas and Fort Vancouver High Schools. Subjects included physics, electricity & electronics, computer science, biology, chemistry, and energy conservation.

Education BA Ed, with a physics teaching major, Seattle Pacific; MST from Portland State; Continuing Utility-Ed: webinars by the WSU Green Transportation program, NW Energy Coalition, the Northwest Power and Conservation Council; 8 weekly utility trade journals.

Community Service City of Vancouver’s Climate Action Roundtable Committee; Clark County Clean Water Commission; the Tesoro-Savage oil terminal campaign; the Clark County ESA speaker’s bureau.

Statement The transition to clean energy is happening. It will create jobs for working class families, keep rates stable, and provide abundant and reliable energy. This transition is being funded by industry, Congress, and our legislature.

Grid modernization will allow us to integrate the needs of electric trucks and buses with hydro, solar and wind energy. It will also reduce outages and provide resilience during times of storms, and seismic events. Instead of sending a billion dollars out of Clark County every year to purchase fossil fuels, we can create our own reliable and affordable energy, and expand economic opportunity.

Economic opportunities include jobs in solar and manufacturing, jobs for HVAC installers, electricians, plumbers, pipefitters, excavators and linemen. The cost of solar and wind has fallen 80% this century and is expected to continue to decrease as we develop economies of scale.

Having attended Commission meetings for years, I understand how our PUD operates and the challenges it faces. As a commissioner, I'll embrace the challenges of expanding solar and modernizing our grid. Grid modernization will facilitate affordable access to high-speed internet and enable affordable rates. Let’s keep what is good about our utility and work to make it better.

Phone 360-903-3052Email [email protected] Steinke4ClarkPUD.com

Clark CountyTreasurer

Public Utility District No. 1 of Clark CountyCommissioner, District No. 2

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Local Nonpartisan Offices l Candidates

Carol DillinElected Experience Dawson's Ridge Home Owner's Association, Board Director and Secretary (2022)

Other Professional Experience I retired as an officer of Portland General Electric after 30 plus years. I have extensive experience in the energy sector and served multiple leadership roles as a customer advocate. I was

appointed to all the major boards of the Portland metro area including Portland Business Association, Oregon Business Association (now OBI) and Westside Economic Alliance.

Education B.A., Journalism & B.A., Spanish, University of Oregon, Eugene, OR; MBA Course Studies, Marylhurst University, Portland, Oregon

Community Service I served on nonprofit boards including SOLV, The Center for Women's Leadership, OMSI, and Portland Center Stage.

Statement I have been a resident of Clark County since 2016 and am seeking an opportunity to give back to this wonderful community. I look forward to reentering the energy sector as a Clark Public Utilities Commissioner and putting customers first on my agenda. It is a challenging time for our customers with rising costs and the continuing stress from the pandemic. I will work to ensure that the utility continues to provide safe, and reliable electricity, power generation and water service at affordable prices.

Clark Public Utilities has garnered national recognition by J. D. Power for outstanding customer satisfaction. It is imperative that the utility continues to offer customer programs that support energy efficiency, and new technologies that reduce carbon emissions such as solar power and electric vehicle charging infrastructure.

I am passionate about providing great service to customers, supporting employees, and being an outstanding member of the community. I am also excited to support a leadership team that is working hard to deliver a safe, reliable and affordable energy future to Clark County.


Nancy BarnesElected Experience Clark Public Utilities Commissioner.

Other Professional Experience Past President Washington PUD Association; board member, American Public Power Association; President APPA Policy Makers' Committee; representative to Northwest Public Power Association and Energy

Northwest; 30 years utility experience. Accounting Assistant.

Education Bachelor of Science English and Journalism, Brigham Young University; Continuing education classes with NWPPA and APPA in public policy, electrical distribution, renewable infrastructure planning, legislative policy, customer service and management.

Community Service Scout Merit Badge counselor, youth sports, CASA, School bond, levy and site committees; CCLWV, Share House meal provision and preparation volunteer; Winter Hospitality Overflow volunteer; president, neighborhood association, past volunteer participant on county planning committees.

Statement "Let's Keep a Great Thing Going!" My job as Public Utilities Commissioner (PUD) has been to provide reliable energy and water to you at cost. That is the great thing! We haven't raised rates in 12 years!

Our PUD delivers highly reliable power. We keep the power on and restore it quickly in emergencies. No brown outs or blackouts here. We do it with stable, low rates, some of the lowest in the nation. We haven't raised rates in 12 years!

We do it with live people answering phone calls that are both trained and empowered to solve your problems right then! Our customer service wins JD Power awards! We can do this because we have planned for responsible compliance with decarbonization legislation without sacrificing affordability or reliability. We have planned ahead for your success with emerging technologies. I'll never forget that it is your money! Check out our website for energy efficiency and new technologies.

Jobs! We provide clean, healthy, affordable power and water, and we serve the fine industries and businesses that locate here and provide family wage jobs and economic activity. With so many great successes, re-elect Nancy Barnes and "Let's Keep a Great Thing Going!"



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For the complete text of the resolution, go to clarkvotes.org.

STATEMENT FOR The time has come. We must address the increasing crime in our streets, businesses, garages, homes, and vehicles! Have you seen shoplifters calmly exiting a store with stolen goods? What message does this send to other potential law breakers? Or to our children? Public safety is the first obligation of government and we must make a change.

We will send a new message of accountability for crime and of support for law enforcement with this measure. If approved, proceeds of this additional 0.1% sales tax (ten cents for each $100 spent) must be used exclusively for public safety and criminal justice.

Step 1 will be a body camera program, including purchase, maintenance, and staff to train personnel and maintain the cameras. Cameras are consistently supported by law enforcement personnel and community leaders. They are supported by advocates for the vulnerable on our streets to establish trust and transparency. This funding can also be used to help with recruitment. Staffing levels of Sheriff’s deputies are at crisis low levels – the lowest of any county in the state. Criminals know that. With effective staffing levels restored over time, law enforcement personnel will again be able to do their jobs.

The current sales tax rate for unincorporated Clark County is 7.7% - lower than for comparative counties such as Spokane (8.1%), and Tri-Cities (8.0-8.1%). We don’t take any increase lightly, but we must act to secure funding that is dedicated to our safety and the future safety of our children.

Statement for and rebuttal of statement against submitted by:

Ann Donnelly

Jim Mains

[email protected] clarkcountypublicsafetyalliance.com

REBUTTAL OF STATEMENT AGAINST This measure invites voters to participate in approving this funding. It specifies that each entity must spend the money only on public safety and/or criminal justice. Elected representatives will decide the specifics, and taxpayers have the right to offer comments and guidance. The funding continues through time because the costs of body cams are mainly ongoing operations, maintenance, and training. This measure does not preclude additional funding for the police or for the jail.

Sales and Use Tax of 0.1% for Public Safety and Criminal Justice Purposes

The Clark County Council adopted Resolution 2022-05-03 proposing a sales and use tax pursuant to RCW 82.14.450. If approved, a one-tenth of 1% sales and use tax will be implemented. The revenue will be split between Clark County (60%) and the cities within Clark County (40%) and used for public safety and criminal justice purposes pursuant to RCW 82.14.450. Clark County will use its revenue share for public safety and criminal justice purposes, including but not limited to, funding a body worn camera program, increased staffing for the Sheriff’s Office, and other expenses.

Should this proposition be approved?

Proposition No. 11

Clark County

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EXPLANATORY STATEMENT This measure proposes a local sales and use tax within Clark County equal to one-tenth of one percent (0.1%) for public safety and criminal justice purposes. If approved, tax proceeds will be annually distributed sixty percent (60%) to Clark County and forty percent (40%) to cities within Clark County. Revenue from the public safety tax will be used to include, but not limited to, funding a body worn camera program, increased staffing for the Clark County Sheriff’s Office, and other public safety and criminal justice expenses.

REBUTTAL OF STATEMENT FOR Proponents of this tax said “If approved, proceeds of this additional 0.1% sales tax (ten cents for each $100 spent) must be used exclusively for public safety and criminal justice.” What the law says: RCW 82.14.450 (5) One-third of all money received under this section must be used solely for criminal justice purposes, fire protection purposes, or both… "criminal justice purposes" includes local government programs… including, but not limited to, homelessness or improving behavioral health.

STATEMENT AGAINST Vote No on Proposition11

Crime is rising and public safety is faltering under the current laws. The legislature passed a law, RCW 82.14.450, allowing the local governments to implement a sales and use tax on the people. This tax doesn’t ever go away. Sadly the law allows the use of 2/3rds of all funds distributed to be used on anything not strictly criminal justice programs. Programs such as homelessness and drug addiction.

While the County Council’s current intent is to fund body cams what will become of the rest of the money into perpetuity? The County Council doesn’t control what the cities do with their cut of this tax. The City of Vancouver has a current homeless levy and their website shows a balance budget as long as they get another source of revenue from the tax payers to tackle their homelessness issues. They state in there that their police department is fully funded. So what can we assume they will spend this “criminal justice” funding on?

Once this tax passes we will never get a chance to truly fund the police. If, like me, what you want is a measure that will spend All the money on hiring police/sheriff officers, body cams which we need for police safety, and a new jail then this tax is the wrong process. This proposition actually causes a further reduction in access for police and sheriff’s funding forever.

With a heavy heart I ask you to join me and vote No!

Statement against and rebuttal of statement for submitted by:

Carolyn Crain [email protected]

Clark County


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STATEMENT FOR The La Center School District is asking for a renewal of the Education Programs and Operation (EP&O) levy that provides needed revenue to help all La Center students succeed. A Yes vote for the EP&O levy will provide the necessary funds that will prevent the loss of valuable learning experiences. Covid restrictions were costly to students. A loss of local funding would be devastating.

State funding does not fully cover all the costs associated with funding the education of our students. A local tax is needed to bridge the gap in funding. Our current levy makes up approximately 10% of the district’s overall budget. Smaller class sizes, advanced placement classes, counseling, student reading support, extracurricular activities, music programs, professional development for staff, technology, and special education are just some of the ways in which we use levy funds to continue to invest in our children.

The levy you are being asked to vote on is not a new tax. A “Yes” vote on August 2nd will assure the continued levy support that has been approved in previous years. The proposed levy is set at a tax rate of $1.50 per $1,000 of assessed property value. This is the same tax rate per $1,000 of assessed valuation as in the expiring levy.

Saying Yes to the levy means that you are willing to financially support our children. Strong schools are proven to produce productive citizens and leaders who will maintain our amazing community and country.


Melinda Mazna Citizens for La Center Schools 360-991-8215

REBUTTAL OF STATEMENT AGAINST LCSD has long provided a well-rounded education for students in and out of the classroom. LCSD has a multi-year track record of meeting/exceeding State test scores before COVID. They are good stewards of taxpayer funds, receiving a clean audit from the state for 2020-2021. Approving the levy continuation bridges the gap between government funding to invest in education and programs that promote learning, personal growth and a healthy, strong community.

Replacement Educational Programs and Operations Levy

The Board of Directors of La Center School District No. 101 adopted Resolution No. 2021/2022-4, concerning a proposition to continue funding current educational programs and operations. This proposition would authorize the District to levy the following excess taxes, replacing an expiring levy, on all taxable property within the District, for educational programs and operations expenses not funded by the State (including smaller class sizes, advanced courses, technology, rising maintenance costs, extracurricular activities, transportation, special education and student safety):

Collection YearEstimated Levy

Rate/$1,000 Assessed Value Levy Amount2023 $1.50 $2,635,1722024 $1.50 $2,819,5012025 $1.50 $3,016,734

all as provided in Resolution No. 2021/2022-4. Should this proposition be approved?

Proposition No. 5

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EXPLANATORY STATEMENT This proposition authorizes La Center School District to replace an expiring educational programs and operations levy. The taxes collected by this levy will continue funding current educational programs and operations that are not fully funded by the State, including smaller class sizes, advanced courses, technology, rising maintenance costs, extracurricular activities, transportation, special education and student safety. For further information visit https://www.lacenterschools.org/. Taxes collected by the proposed levy, together with state levy equalization money that is contingent upon levy passage, will provide approximately 10.4% of the District’s General Fund budget. Exemptions from taxes may be available, call Clark County Assessor (564)397-2391.

REBUTTAL OF STATEMENT FOR The state does fully fund school districts from our increased state school property taxes. The pro committee's statement is wrong. The tax rate is an estimate - not a setting. Voters are voting on the levy amount in dollars. In their mathematics, the pro committee fails to mention increasing assessed values that when multiplied by their constant tax rate equals rapidly increasing taxes - in dollars.

STATEMENT AGAINST Earlier this year in February, voters had the common sense to reject an identical levy. Yet here we are again. The school board refuses to accept the voters' choice and has put it back on the ballot for a second time unmodified. Can we trust a school board that so willfully ignores voter input? On that principle alone, this levy deserves to be rejected.

It gets worse. The latest Fall 2021 Student Assessments were a disaster. Test scores plummeted across the board. Less than half of the district's students are meeting state standards for English. For math it's less than one-third. The state wants us to believe these scores are an aberration and should not be considered part of a trend. We shall see. What isn't an aberration are per pupil expenditures. When it comes to spending our money, it’s a steady trend upward as taxpayers get less for more. For 2020-2021, total funding and expenditures were over $17,500 per student per year. That is more than nearly all private schools and more than tuition and books at UW! Perhaps school vouchers are in order to give families another choice and taxpayers a break?

The district has not proven itself to be a good steward of our money. Don’t be scared to reject this levy. A basic education for our children is guaranteed via state funding from the McCleary Decision's increased state school property taxes. For an honest, accurate cost analysis, https://www.levyno.com


Jeff Heckathorn [email protected]

La Center School District No. 101


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STATEMENT FOR This is Not a new tax. This is a replacement levy, which will continue Current funding for programs and positions that are not covered by the state. Levy’s are for learning and bonds are for building. This levy does not and cannot cover buildings of any kind. Your taxes will not be raised when this passes.

These funds are critical for our schools. They make up approximately 13% of our district budget. The money covers everything from textbooks to technology. It covers critical staff such as nurses, teachers aids and school psychologists. The levy will fund sports, special education, highly capable learning, the arts, community education, early learning programs and so much more. These funds affect all of our children in one way or another. Ridgefield School District, one of only 2 districts in the state to win the State Auditor’s financial stewardship award, will use these funds responsibly for our children.

Our children have been through so much, and maintaining school staff and programs at current levels is a simple, yet critical way to support them. Ridgefield is a special place, where people with various backgrounds, politics and ideas have historically found a way to come together and care for each other. This city may be growing and changing, but we can all collectively make the choice to continue to be a community that unifies in support of each other. Let’s choose to be the community that puts kids first. Please vote yes for the replacement levy.


Andrea Walker [email protected]

Amanda Watt [email protected]

REBUTTAL OF STATEMENT AGAINST The actual amount spent per student 21-22 is $14,885.34. Current taxes are based on the value of your home in January. There will not be a 56% increase. If your home value goes up $10,000 that only equals $15 in levy tax. The McCleary decision doesn’t include funding for athletics, arts, curriculum, nurses, classroom support paraeducators, etc. Levies do that. Please join us in voting yes so our children have a solid educational foundation.

Replacement Educational Programs and Operations Levy

The Board of Directors of Ridgefield School District adopted Resolution No. 2021-2022-010 concerning this proposition to maintain current educational funding. This proposition authorizes the District to continue meeting students’ needs and providing school operations that are not state funded by levying the following excess taxes, replacing an expiring levy, on all taxable property within the District and subject to legal limits at the time of levy:

Collection YearsApproximate Levy

Rate/$1,000 Assessed Value Levy Amount2023 $1.50 $9,053,7912024 $1.50 $10,411,8602025 $1.50 $11,611,283

Should this proposition be approved?

Proposition No. 9

Ridgefield School District No. 122


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EXPLANATORY STATEMENT Ridgefield School District requests voter approval of an educational programs and operations levy of $31.08 million in the aggregate to be collected in the three-year period from 2023 to 2025. Passage of Proposition No. 9 would allow levy of taxes, replacing an expiring levy, to pay for eligible educational programs and operations not funded by the State. Programs and services to be funded include, but are not limited to: additional certificated and classified staffing (including salaries, benefits, and professional development); special education; student transportation; extracurricular activities and athletics; community education; early childhood education; textbooks and other curriculum; and technology.

REBUTTAL OF STATEMENT FOR The pro committee's statement is mathematically incorrect. This levy is a 50+% increase over the previous in dollars and it will increase property taxes. Check the calculator at LevyNo.com. These optional Enhancement Levies are just that, optional. So this levy is a new tax. If the district is 13% over budget, well the district needs to reduce compensations starting with management. Stick to a budget Ridgefield SD - just like taxpayers do.

STATEMENT AGAINST The district is asking you to approve a 56% tax increase (in dollars) in a so-called "replacement" levy in a time of runaway inflation. Can you afford a 56% tax increase? The district's campaign literature discusses rates only with no mention of skyrocketing property assessed values. A constant rate multiplied by skyrocketing assessed values equals skyrocketing taxes. The district should be transparent with taxpayers and use logical mathematics when discussing finances - and at all other times for that matter.

The McCleary ruling was a decision to swap local levies for state funding. Taxpayers have kept up our end but school districts are double dipping with state school property taxes increasing dramatically while demanding more local school taxes which keep spiraling out of control - eventually taxing people out of their homes.

Total district funding (and spending), as of 2020-2021, is over $18,000 per pupil per year. That is more than tuition at nearly all private schools and more than tuition and books at UW! Perhaps school vouchers are in order to give families a choice and taxpayers a break?

All WA school districts need to be frugal and stick to the McCleary state funded budget. They need to stop asking for more money at every opportunity. They need to stop pitting one set of taxpayers against others as they ratchet up their own compensations at a faster clip than inflation that is in fact adding to inflation. For an honest, accurate taxpayer cost analysis, https://LevyNo.com


Jeff Heckathorn [email protected]

Ridgefield School District No. 122


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Proposition No. 3EXPLANATORY STATEMENT Your elected Board of Commissioners of Clark-Cowlitz Fire Rescue have determined that providing Paramedic EMS services to our citizens require more stable and consistent funding. If approved by the voters this measure will authorize a six-year emergency medical services (EMS) property tax levy at a rate not to exceed $0.50 per thousand dollars of assessed valuation. Approval of the levy will allow the District to enhance the level of emergency medical services provided to the citizens of the District. The District will use the revenue from this levy exclusively for emergency medical services.

STATEMENT FOR Since 2016 your fire department emergency responses have increased over 57%. Private transport ambulance arrival times are now often exceeding 20 minutes or more. The fire station at the fairgrounds was forced to completely close due to lack of staffing. Fire engines often respond with only two firefighters. Fire crews are staffed with a paramedic only slightly more than 50% of the time.

Support for this levy will staff all six of your fire stations, including the station at the fairgrounds with three highly trained firefighters including at least one paramedic 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. In dire situations when the private transport ambulance has unacceptable arrival times, the fire department paramedics will be able to transport critical patients to the ER in a District owned critical care ambulance. The levy will also provide reduced fire insurance for some homeowners in the district.

In critical medical emergencies three things can be life-saving. First, trained medical responders need to arrive rapidly with adequate personnel to address the emergency. Second, skilled paramedics with advanced life-saving equipment need to be a part of this crew. Third, when vital body systems cannot be stabilized by this crew, the patient must rapidly arrive at an Emergency Room.

For less than $1 per day, the average homeowner can provide all the above critical care for yourself, your family, your neighbors, and your community. Become a part of the solution. When Seconds Count, please vote Yes.

Statement for submitted by:

Josh Brooks-Chairperson [email protected]

Larry Bartell [email protected]

Kenny Bjur [email protected]

Emergency Medical Services Property Tax Levy.

The Board of Fire Commissioners of Clark-Cowlitz Fire Rescue adopted Resolution 220324-1 concerning a proposition to fund emergency medical services.

Will Clark-Cowlitz Fire Rescue be authorized to fund emergency medical services for its citizens by imposing a regular property tax levy of $.50 or less per $1,000.00 of assessed valuation for a period of six consecutive years to be collected beginning in 2023?

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Clark-Cowlitz Fire Rescue


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Proposition No. 1EXPLANATORY STATEMENT Clark County Fire Protection District No. 5 provides fire protection and emergency medical services to its residents. This proposition is necessary to maintain an effective level of service, fire fighter staffing, equipment and facilities in light of rising costs and increasing service demands. If approved by the voters, this proposition will authorize the District to restore its regular real property tax levy rate from $1.01 to $1.25 per $1,000 of assessed valuation in 2022 for collection in 2023. For the five subsequent years, the proposition authorizes annual adjustments of six percent or less, not to exceed the statutory limit.

STATEMENT FOR Please vote Yes on Proposition 1 for Clark County Fire District 5! CCFD5 has a cooperative agreement with the Vancouver Fire Department, that shares costs to provide fire and emergency medical service to Clark County Fire District 5 citizens. This agreement provides a high level and quality of service to the residents of the District.

Our community has grown to the point that we require additional staffing and investments in facilities and apparatus to serve district residents. Call volumes have increased 20.8% in three years, but the number of firefighters serving Vancouver and the CCFD5 community has not changed for 15 years. Fire facilities are aging and require renovations for firefighter safety and emergency response. It would also provide space for additional future staffing and replace emergency apparatus to help meet the increasing needs of our community.

City voters approved an additional $0.50 per $1,000 of assessed value increased for public safety. CCFD5 is asking its residents for a $0.24 per $1,000 fire levy lid lift to pay its fair share of increasing costs. The fire levy “lid lift” would cost the owner of a $400,000 home an additional $8 per month beginning in 2023. More than ever, we need these vital services for our community.

More information can be found on CCFD5’s website at www.ccfd5.org. Thank you for your consideration.


John Gentry [email protected]

Mary Elkin [email protected]

Matt Hankins [email protected]

Property Tax Levy for Fire Protection and Emergency Medical Services.

The Board of Clark County Fire Protection District No. 5 adopted Resolution No. 2022-03-01 concerning a proposition to maintain and adequately fund District operations.

This proposition authorizes the District to fund fire protection and emergency medical services by restoring its 2022 regular property tax levy to $1.25 per $1,000.00 of assessed valuation (collected in 2023) and by authorizing adjustments of six percent or less, subject to otherwise applicable statutory limits, for each of the five succeeding years. The maximum allowable levy in 2027 (collected in 2028) shall serve as the base for subsequent levy limitations.

Should this proposition be:


STATEMENT AGAINST



Clark County Fire Protection District No. 5



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EXPLANATORY STATEMENT In 2016 Clark County Fire District No. 6 voters approved a 6-year $0.45 Emergency Medical Service “EMS” Levy renewal. The 2016 EMS levy renewal will expire at the end of this year unless the voters approve this measure. If approved by the voters, this measure will authorize your fire district to continue its EMS property tax levy at a rate not to exceed $0.45 per thousand dollars of assessed valuation for an additional six years. Approval of the levy will allow the District to continue to maintain and improve the level of emergency medical services within the District.

STATEMENT FOR Paramedics save lives – yours, your family’s and your neighbors’. Passage of this Emergency Medical Services (“EMS”) levy will continue to provide fire, rescue and emergency medical services at the paramedic level – 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. These Advanced Life Support services provide critical care – bringing the ER to your door and increasing chances of recovery from heart attack or stroke.

Population growth and increased call volumes strain existing resources and make passage of this replacement levy even more critical. The voter-approved funding now in place ends December 31, 2022. Approval of this EMS levy will retain current paramedic staffing and keep Advanced Life Support services rolling to your door. Without this funding, fewer emergency medical personnel will be available to respond to medical emergencies which are 87% of all calls. A yes vote on your ballot will keep Firefighter/Paramedics on duty and allow Fire District 6 to maintain the current service level to the communities they protect and serve: Hazel Dell, Lakeshore, Felida, Salmon Creek, Mt. Vista and Fairgrounds. Fire District 6 is asking voters to approve a replacement EMS levy – with the same 45¢ per $1,000 of assessed property value as the expiring levy. That cost for a home assessed at $400,000 is only $180 a year. The current exceptional Paramedic service and emergency medical response can only be maintained through funding from this replacement levy. Please vote yes on August 2 because ongoing emergency medical paramedic response saves lives!


Ed Faulk, Chair 360-600-2270 [email protected]

Ila Stanek 360-573-7376 [email protected]

Proposition authorizing and continuing regular emergency medical services property tax levy.

The Board of Fire Commissioners of Clark County Fire Protection District No. 6 adopted Resolution 2022-03 concerning a proposition to continue its emergency medical services property tax levy.

Will Clark County Fire Protection District No. 6 be authorized to continue to fund emergency medical services for its citizens by renewing a regular property tax levy of $.45 or less per $1,000.00 of assessed valuation for a period of six consecutive years to be collected beginning in 2023?


STATEMENT AGAINST



Proposition No. 4



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EXPLANATORY STATEMENT Clark County Fire Protection District No. 10 provides fire protection and emergency medical services to its residents. This proposition is necessary to maintain an effective level of service, fire fighter staffing, equipment and facilities in light of rising costs and increasing service demands. If approved by the voters, this proposition authorizes the District to establish its regular real property tax levy rate at $1.35 per $1,000 of assessed valuation in 2022 for collection in 2023. For the five subsequent years, the proposition authorizes annual adjustments of the levy amount by the greater of 1 percent or the Western Region CPI.STATEMENT FOR

The Board of Commissioners voted in favor of bringing a levy lid lift to the voters. We understand how difficult it is to ask our voters for a lid lift, when inflation is up and affecting everyone. Costs have also gone up for our Fire District, including supplies and operating costs. Our call rate has risen 20% since 2017 when voters approved the lift, while our tax rate has dropped from $1.00 to $.82 per thousand. The 2017 lift allowed us to bring in our first 24/7 staffing of a single Firefighter EMT.

It has become more common to run more than one call at a time. This lift will allow adding staffing to improve coverage to the west side (View, Highlands, Etna, Fargher Lake, Taylor Valley) areas of our district and better responses to simultaneous calls district wide. This would include adding living-quarters in the west side and more staffing, improving response times throughout the 85 square miles in our district. Clark County Fire District 10 responds to emergency medical calls, structure fires, wildfires, traffic accidents and public assists.

Did you know that as well as having the single full time Firefighter EMT staffing our Amboy station, which the voters approved in 2017, we are still heavily dependent on our volunteer firefighters? These volunteers are fully trained but all have full time jobs, families, and responsibilities which limits response availability. Additional staff will bridge this gap allowing us to continue providing the service our community expects and deserves.


Lori Homola [email protected]

Sam Arola

Beth Goble [email protected]

Property Tax Levy for Fire Protection and Emergency Medical Services.

The Board of Clark County Fire Protection District No. 10 adopted Resolution No. 2022050501 concerning a proposition to maintain and adequately fund District operations.

This proposition authorizes the District to establish its 2022 property tax levy at $1.35 per $1,000.00 of assessed valuation (collected in 2023) and authorizes annual adjustments for the five succeeding years based on the greater of one percent or the 12-month West Region CPI -U reported in June of each levy year, subject to statutory limits. The maximum allowable levy in 2027 (collected in 2028) shall serve as the base for subsequent levy limitations.

Should this proposition be:


STATEMENT AGAINST



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