Legislative District 40

State Senator 4 Year Term Legislative District 40 San Juan, Skagit*, Whatcom*

Hue Beattie (Prefers True Democratic Party) People to Elect Hue Beattie 1050 Larrabee Avenue Ste 104-335 Bellingham, WA 98225 (360) 739-6602 [email protected] http://www.huebeattie.com

Biographical Information Current Occupation/Employer: Business Owner: Certified and bonded locksmith Education: Environmental Studies, Huxley College Elementary Education, General Science - Woodring College of Education and Fairhaven College, WWU Marine Biology, Guam University Political Science, Harvard University Elected Experience: National Democratic Platform Committee, 2004 Democratic State Committeeman for the 40th LD and Whatcom County Democratic Party Vice Chair, 40th LD and Whatcom County Charter Review Commissioner, Whatcom County, 2005 National Democratic Credentials Committee, 1992 20 years, Precinct Committee Officer Family: Single, 36 year old son, parents deceased Significant Career Experience: U.S. Navy Machinist Mate First Class, Submarine Service Opportunity Council - Food, Nutrition and Energy Conservation programs Lummi Nation - Nutrition and Weatherization programs Candidate Statement Hue Beattie, a lifelong Democrat, is active in local, state and national Democratic affairs. He has always been true to democratic principles. Consistent with these principles, Beattie will not accept PAC money or large contributions. He is committed to representing the people of the 40th LD, not special interests. Your small contributions are welcomed. No wasteful campaign junk mail! Read about Hue’s ideas at huebeattie.com . Hue’s issues are your issues - Environment and Energy, Education, Elections and Health Care. We need Hue Beattie’s progressive voice in the Senate for these important issues. Hue consistently serves his community, including six years on the Bellingham Community Development Advisory Board, starting Bellingham's Community Gardens program, being an initiating director of the Bellingham Farmer’s Market and originating one of the state’s first recycling programs. He was an early opponent of the Skagit nuclear power plant. In 2004, Hue Beattie received the Washington State Warren G. Magnuson Democrat of the Year Award. Hue has experience working with and supporting many community organizations, including Jobs with Justice, the Bellingham Food Coop, neighborhood associations, Democracy for America, the Rainbow Coalition, Heart of America NW and Veterans for Peace – actively supporting veterans while opposing the war in Iraq. ======Steve Van Luven (Prefers Republican Party) Steve Van Luven for Senate Committee 11269 Blue Heron Road Samish Island, WA 98232 (360) 766-4048 [email protected] http://www.stevevanluven.com

Biographical Information Education: BA Communications, MBA International Management Elected Experience: Steve served 17+ years in House of Representatives • Served 7 years Chairman of House International Trade & Economic Development Committee • Republican Chair Higher Education Committee • Co-sponsored legislation creating 5 branch campuses for Washington State University and University of Washington • In 1997 Steve stopped closure of Anacortes to Sydney ferry run. Family: Born in Bellingham • Family roots are 120 years Whatcom county, 80 years Skagit county Significant Career Experience: Captain, US Army Finance Corps • Eagle Scout • Fluent in Spanish • Worked or lived in China, Japan, Mexico, Guatemala, El Salvador, New York City • Business Owner Import/Export. Candidate Statement Steve Van Luven and his family are rooted in the 40th District. An experienced legislator and a good listener, Steve will turn words into actions for all our citizens. He will get things done. He supports quality public schools and has a history of leading the fight for additional funding and enrollment for higher education. Due to Steve’s business and legislative background, Economic Development (which includes jobs, workers, business community, the environment and transportation) would be a priority. No other candidate has Steve’s hands on experience and successes of actually creating thousands of jobs and stimulating Washington’s economy. Steve has long advocated for taxpayers and lower property taxes. He defends private property rights and his actions show that. Steve supports farmers and does not want to see one more acre of agriculture land lost. Steve doesn’t just make claims about what he will do, he has a proven track record of what he actually has done. He wants to bring civility and common sense back to Olympia. As an experienced leader in the Legislature, Steve is the only candidate that can hit the road running and provide immediate results in the Senate for all the people of the 40th District. ======Kevin Ranker (Prefers Democratic Party) Citizens for Kevin Ranker PO Box 2901 Mount Vernon, WA 98273 (360) 220-5914 [email protected] http://www.kevinranker.com

Biographical Information Current Occupation/Employer: San Juan County Councilmember Education: BS, Evergreen State College, Coastal Ecology/Community Development Elected Experience: San Juan County Councilmember ’04-’08 Family: Married to Tina, a local doctor, and daughter Significant Career Experience: 15 years professional experience in the private and public sectors developing policy, community development strategies, and conservation initiatives, including: • Chair, San Juan County Board of County Commissioners • Program Officer, Pacific Region, The Ocean Foundation • Chair, Washington Counties Transportation Committee • Chair, Washington Coastal Counties Caucus – Representing 14 Coastal Counties in Washington • Chair, Puget Sound Salmon Recovery Council • Board member, Puget Sound Partnership • Counselor with at-risk high school students Candidate Statement For 15 years I have championed issues benefiting our region’s economy, environment, and communities. As an elected official, chair of state and federal commissions, and director of organizations dedicated to healthy communities, jobs, and our natural environment, I possess the experience necessary to turn ideals into action. Promoting Jobs and Family Farms: I have worked to protect our communities—including family business, agriculture, and building jobs. I will continue this work in Olympia. Protecting Our Environment: I have spent my career protecting what is best about our region: air, water, and open space. I will be a champion for the environment in the Legislature. Investing in Education: I understand the importance of strong, effective public schools, the complexities of funding, and the need to reform testing. Good schools are the backbone of strong communities and require constant leadership in Olympia. Serving People: I have worked to expand veterans’ and seniors’ health care and fought for ferry and transportation funding. I will build on my record in the Senate. I am the official nominee of the Democratic Party, with endorsements from Washington Education Association, Washington Conservation Voters, and elected officials, local businesses and community leaders in Skagit, Whatcom and San Juan. ======Stephanie Kountouros (Prefers Democratic Party)

No statement submitted. ======Ken Henderson (Prefers Democratic Party) People for Ken Henderson for Senate PO Box 2264 Mt. Vernon, WA 98273 (360) 739-6751 [email protected] http://www.kenhendersonforsenate.com

Biographical Information Current Occupation/Employer: Optometrist-retired. Managed a group practice for 25 years with offices in Bellingham, Lynden and Eastsound. Education: Associates of Arts, Skagit Valley College, Bachelor of Science, Western Washington University, Doctor of Optometry, Pacific University. Elected Experience: Whatcom County Council 1990-1994 Family: Married 33 years to Janet Stoupa Henderson, two adult children. Significant Career Experience: Extensive community service (Area Agency on Aging, Regional Mental Health Agency, Developmental Disabilities Board, Whatcom County Board of Health); growth management and environment (Deception Pass Park Advisory Committee, Whatcom County Parks Commission, Bellingham Planning Commission, Bellingham Shorelines Commission); humanitarian assistance. (Volunteer doctor locally and over a dozen medical missions in Central America) Candidate Statement Ken is a proven leader and businessman who has made a difference all his life. As a returned Vietnam veteran, Ken dedicated himself to healthcare and became a Doctor of Optometry. For 25 years he served our three county communities, never turning away a patient unable to pay. On the Bellingham Planning Commission Ken fought for environmental protection and shoreline preservation. Elected to the Whatcom County Council he championed growth management, parks and open spaces and led the effort to protect Lake Whatcom. As Chair of the Finance Committee Ken helped maintain the fiscal integrity of the county. As our new State Senator, Ken’s priorities are clear: Children. They must be our first priority. We owe them better healthcare, better schools safer communities and better opportunities. Growth and Community. We need Ken’s experience in planning issues. He has a strong commitment to growth management laws and the wisdom to work towards balancing growth while preserving our environment and the uniqueness of our communities. Healthcare: Healthcare is a right, not a privilege! We need a universal healthcare system. Ken Henderson is a lifelong Democrat, and is endorsed by leading Democrats throughout the district. All endorsements @: www.kenhendersonforsenate.com . ======Timothy (Cleaver) Stoddard (Prefers Salmon Yoga Party) Salmon Yoga Campaign for a Bleeding America 516 O Avenue Anacortes, WA 98221 (206) 446-7914 [email protected] http://www.flowersforgeorge.com

Biographical Information Current Occupation/Employer: Political Activist • Tile, Stone & Glass Artist • Father • President, Cleaver International LLC (Non-Profit) Education: Graduated Skyline High School, S.E. Idaho • U Of Idaho 1974-78 Sciences and Art Elected Experience: ZERO ( What? You think I’m a Politician? ) Family: Single, married 25 years, grateful for the present moment and hopeful for America • Son Thor (25) Manager of 2 Restaurants @ SEA-TAC • Daughter Monica (23) Horse Trainer, “Whisperer” & all around “Cowgirl,” Researching Human Sweat • Stanley (20) Certified “Welder,” inventing promising welding tool; Conservationist. • So just how cool are MY kids? …beyond words! Significant Career Experience: Accomplished Artist: various paint media; Tile, Stone & Glass; Photographer, Filmmaker, Writer, etc. Candidate Statement Cleaver’s “Karmically Based Approach for our Bleeding America” All Modern day Ideas for solving current problems can be solved using Karmic principles. Meaning “Does it help others or not, on an individual or cultural level?” YES answers will plant positive seeds which will ripen and start solving the problem. Planting seeds (helping others) will later ripen into solving the problems. Good Karmically Based Corporations, i.e., Google, T-Mobile, Enterprise, Horizon Air, WinCo Foods, etc. already use these principles and as a result the culture prospers. Bad Karmically Based Corporations, i.e., Countrywide (TOP of my List) plant bad seeds that harm our culture. 2 of My Many Passionate Ideas: • Full Wild Salmon Recovery in Washington & Idaho through “Pioneering” and “Imprinting” of infant salmon • Integrating Yoga into K-12 as an elective in the PE program, resulting in numerous health benefits, such as self-esteem, sensible sleep and eating patterns, enhanced concentration for school studies, breathing, flexibility and balance. ======Paul Gonzales (Prefers Democratic Party) Committee To Elect Paul Gonzales PO Box 1133 Mount Vernon, WA 98273 (360) 202-0404 [email protected] http://www.electpaulgonzales.com

Biographical Information Current Occupation/Employer: Washington State Trooper, Over 22 years/ Washington State Patrol Education: Graduated From Washington State Patrol Academy 1987, Attended Eastern Washington University Elected Experience: Mount Vernon City Council Family: Married, Lynda L. Gonzales over 21 years. Lynda is a First Grade School Teacher at WestView Elementary School in Burlington. Twin Sons, Charlie & Mason, 1 Dog, Tonka Significant Career Experience: Mount Vernon Planning Commission, Past Board Member, Kiwanis, Red Cross, Youthnet, Traffic Safety Commission LE, DSHS, MV School Boundary Committee, Safe Kids, Problem Oriented Public Safety Officer, Executive Protection, Critical Incident Debriefing Team, Peer Support Candidate Statement I am running for Washington State Senator of the 40th Legislative district because I believe in giving back to my community. My priorities for our 40th district are Education, Environment, Public Safety, Health Care, and Living Wage Jobs. I believe it is essential to invest in top quality teachers and dedicated funding for our schools. I will support Early Childhood Education and lifelong learning. I will work to tackle the issues that affect our environment: from global warming to flood protection and environmental cleanup. I will support firefighters, police officers, and public safety personnel by supporting funding that makes them the best in the nation and keeps our citizens safe. I believe that health care is a basic right for every Washingtonian. I will work to ensure accessible, affordable health care for all. I will work hard to retain jobs in our state and to bring in new jobs as well. I am pro-labor and will support worker’s rights to organize unions and collective bargaining. I am proud to have statewide endorsements. Check website for details. I have lived in Washington State my entire life and it would be my honor and privilege to represent you in Olympia.