Smith Penner (Prefers Republican Party) (Prefers Republican Party)

Legislative District No. 2 | Senator | Four Year Term 91

Matthew Josh Smith Penner (Prefers Republican Party) (Prefers Republican Party)

Elected Experience Elected Experience No Information Submitted Mayor, City of Orting; Councilmember, City of Orting; Charter Review Commission, Pierce County Other Professional Experience State Senate Legislative Aide. Honorable military service in the Other Professional Experience United States Marine Corps. Project manager for residential Veteran, United States Marine Corps - Iraq War; Pierce County and commercial construction. Tree service climber. Service Regional Council; Puget Sound Regional Council; Pierce County industry professional. Aging & Disability Resources Advisory Board; Association of Washington Cities, Legislative Priorities, Policy, and Nomination Education Boards Bachelor of Arts with concentrations in Environmental and Political Science, The Evergreen State College; Bachelor of Education Theology, West Coast Baptist College Sumner High School; Green River College; Saint Martin’s University; AWC Certified Municipal Leader Community Service Youth Pastor and Sunday School Teacher - Calvary Baptist Community Service Church, Roy, Washington Co-Founder, Pacific Northwest Veterans Coalition (PNW Vets); Crisis Intervention Instructor; Orting Planning Commission; Statement COVID19 Community Relief Coordination; A Founding Member We deserve more servant leaders; representatives with an and Steering Committee Member of South Sound Housing open ear, working hard for us. The time is now for one of the Affordability Partners governed to step up. I'm not a career politician. I'm a husband, a father, a combat veteran and concerned citizen ready to Statement serve the 2nd district. As the Mayor of the City of Orting, a small business owner, and a Marine, I have always worked to lead with vision and The most significant challenges facing Washington in light of integrity, while bringing people together. This is how to get the COVID pandemic will be addressing our economy, traffic, things done. That's why I've earned the endorsement of State Representative Andrew Barkis and thousands of voters like you and education. As our economy begins reopening, we will across our district. need to ensure small business has the tools to recover, address traffic congestion, adapt how we educate our children, and As a mayor, I have a proven record of solving problems using ensure that we are harnessing the voice of the people to solve common-sense conservatism, including cutting taxes and these problems. We cannot afford the same, tired institutional writing balanced budgets that improve public services and solutions. I’m a battle-tested innovator, bringing real-world make our community safer by prioritizing law enforcement. I experience to represent you. also stood up to the dishonesty of Sound Transit and honored the will of the voters by cutting car-tab fees in Orting. Working as an aide to a state senator the last four legislative sessions has given me the tools and knowledge to be effective I'm Pro-Life, Pro-Gun, Pro-Liberty. My wife and I have three children, including two with special needs. As a family, we in the legislature. Serving youth and families in our community know that all life is beautiful and sacred. I firmly believe in for the last decade has given me valuable insights into what our national and state constitutions, including the rights to the people of our district expect from their state government. I bear arms, speak freely, and own property. And I believe bring energy and a fresh perspective to serve the 2nd District our precious liberties are inherent, not rationed to us by our that puts people first. government. With your vote, I will be your voice in the Senate, oppose higher taxes, and defend our shared values. Contact PO BOX 1564 Contact Yelm, WA 98597 PO BOX 933 360.486.4453 [email protected] Orting, WA 98360 www.ofthegoverned.com 253.987.6655 [email protected] www.votepenner.com

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Ronda Rick Litzenberger Payne (Prefers Republican Party) (Prefers Democrat Party)

Elected Experience Elected Experience Eatonville School Board Director, 11 years, Washington State Past Vice President International Brotherhood of Teamsters; School Directors Association’s (WSSDA) Legislative Committee Appointed Secretary Treasurer Teamsters Local 313; Past member, WSSDA Small Schools Committee Chair. Teamsters Delegate Pierce County Central Labor Council; currently Elected Democratic Precinct Committee Officer Other Professional Experience Mother of five children, Small Business Owner, Escrow Agent, Other Professional Experience Title Examiner, Strengthening Families Workshop Facilitator, Elected Union Officer With Statewide jurisdiction for Guiding Good Choices Facilitator, Parent Involvement Department of corrections, negotiated and oversaw more Coordinator, Internet Safety Facilitator, Citizens for Education, than 100 contracts with state,county,city,school districts, Chair multi-national corporations,and union members. Education Education Eatonville Schools graduate. Attended Tacoma Community MT. Tahoma High School Class of 1985; Labor Law & Contract College and Brigham Young University. Negotiation Certificate Training Community Service Community Service South Pierce Fire & Rescue Citizens Committee, Eatonville Active member of Holy Disciples Catholic Church; Pierce county Family Agency volunteer, BSA Committee member, Extensive Democrats Volunteer involvement in community, school, and faith-based youth programs. Member: Graham Business Association, Graham Statement Fredrickson Eatonville Rotary, NRA, Tacoma Sportsmen Club, Although we live close to Olympia, it seems we can never get Cowlitz Basin ORV club. the legislature to focus on our community. To get results from the State Senate, We need elected leaders who understand the Statement challenges we face and will fight for us. I am a passionate advocate, not a career politician. Driven by understanding your needs and priorities, I will show you the Rick Payne has been a champion for working people for integrity and care you deserve. decades-negotiating on behalf of union members for increased wages, affordable health care,better retirements, and safe During this time of uncertainty, you can count on me to be a working conditions. As we return to work and recover from the strong, positive, hardworking leader willing to stand for the Covid pandemic, We need Rick's expertise in employee rights values of our district. We need a transparent government and workplace safety to ensure that we are healthy,safe,and that is focused on a strong economy, not burdensome taxes. protected on the job. We need leaders focused on responsible spending not social engineering. Rick's priority in Olympia will be recovering from the pandemic, but it cannot be our only focus. The issues that faced our We need to stand up for our rights as parents, property community before COVID are even more prominent now and owners and patriots, not sit idly by while we are stripped of must be addressed. The impact of the pandemic on the state our freedoms. I am that leader; I know how to get things done. budget will be significant and Rick will stand up for our Students We need a senator who understands private industry, believes and Families to protecting funding for our local schools. family comes before government, and works to ensure our children have an education that will prepare them for success. This is also not the time to raise taxes on local families- Rick I care deeply about the rising generation; together we can will take on our upside-down tax structure, and make sure the change the course in Olympia so our children can do better and corporate special interests pay their fair share. be better than we are today. Contact 15616 248th St E Endorsed by Senator Randi Becker, “Ronda best represents the Graham, WA 98338-7276 views, values and character of the 2nd District and I hope you 360.893.3191 [email protected] will join me in supporting her.” Contact PO BOX 850 Eatonville, WA 98328 253.271.9556 [email protected] www.neighborsforronda.com Candidate statements are printed as submitted and not edited for factual or grammatical accuracy by the Secretary of State or Auditor’s Office. Legislative District No. 2 | Senator | Four Year Term 93

Jim Gina McCune Blanchard-Reed (Prefers Republican Party) (Prefers Republican Party)

Elected Experience Elected Experience State Representative, 2005-2013. Pierce County Councilman, Fire Commissioner (Graham Fire & Rescue), 2016–present 2013- Present. Chair, Performance Audit and Public Safety (Chair 2019, Vice Chair 2020); Republican National Delegate, Committees. Member, Community Development. Past 2016 (Rules Committee); Precinct Committee Officer, Member, Joint Committee on Veteran Affairs, Economic and 2018–present. Infrastructure, Technology, Energy and Zoo Trek Authority Committees. Other Professional Experience Gina has worked in the nonprofit world for nearly two decades: Other Professional Experience Care Net (pregnancy resource center), Boys & Girls Clubs of Small business owner, 50 years; Seafood distributor and Thurston County and is the Executive Director of Turning Pointe, marketer. the 3rd largest domestic violence shelter in Washington State. Education Education Highline HS; private courses in Constitutional Law and early MA in Nonprofit Leadership, Seattle University (’17); BA in Art, American History. Saint Xavier University (’93) Summa Cum Laude. Community Service Community Service Hatchery corporation board member (10 years); Guardian Rotarian, board member for Argus Manor, a low-income senior of Small Business Award (NFIB); Cornerstone Award (AWB); housing nonprofit. “Friend of Farmers” (WA Farm Bureau); Active church member; former Awana Leader, Assistant Scoutmaster, Youth basketball Statement coach, adoptive and foster parent. Past Member Backcountry Like you, I am concerned about our economy and our freedoms. Horseman; Graham Business Association. More than ever, we need a proven conservative who can reach across the aisle. Being elected means being able to serve as an Statement ambassador for my district, not just my political party. Positive Jim McCune works for you! He always puts principles over change happens when people work together. I am proud to politics. Nobody fights harder to protect your constitutional be endorsed by business owners and the AFL-CIO. No other rights. After representing you in Olympia, then on the Pierce candidate has the support of both business and labor. I will County Council, Jim is ready to be your advocate in the State work with everyone to bring back the economy and help those Senate. in need. At both the state and county levels, Jim secured funding for The government often gets in the way of us doing good projects like the Yelm Bypass, Cross Base Highway, Highway things for people. We are over-taxed and over-burdened with 162, and traffic lights on dangerous intersections. Jim has regulations. I support better management of state funds and advocated for 4-H programs, county fairs, and trail systems oppose a state income tax. We need a more transparent and a like the Prairie Line Trail from Roy to Yelm. He worked to more effective government. fight human trafficking and keep dangerous drugs out of neighborhoods. He opposes normalizing drug culture and the As a mom of two children, I know parents do the best at early release of violent felons. parenting. I want to make Washington a better place for families by fostering a strong economy, improving education You can count on Jim to oppose tax increases. He will fight for and protecting personal liberties. As an NRA member, I will $30 car tabs and property tax reductions, especially for seniors protect our 2nd Amendment rights. and disabled veterans. Government must live within its means. I would be honored to earn your vote. Endorsed: Pierce and Jim believes a quality K-12 education is the foundation for Thurston Firefighters, business owners and law enforcement higher learning, and strongly believes in local control of schools. officers, AFL-CIO Parents, not government, should determine the values taught Contact to their children. As our Senator, Jim McCune will work to 19715 94th Ave E reduce financial burdens on individuals and businesses to help Graham, WA 98338 them bounce back from tough economic times. 206.478.2215 [email protected] Contact www.ginablanchardreed.com 19611 100th Ave Ct E Graham, WA 98338 253.732.0519 [email protected] www.electjimmccune.com Candidate statements are printed as submitted and not edited for factual or grammatical accuracy by the Secretary of State or Auditor’s Office. 94 Legislative District No. 2 | Representative Position No. 1 | Two Year Term

Andrew Barkis (Prefers Republican Party)

Elected Experience Andrew has represented us in the State House since 2016. Other Professional Experience Owner and Designated Broker at Hometown Property Management. New look, same security. Education Centralia College, AA Degree; Seattle University, BA in Communications; US Army ROTC, Chieftain Battalion. Proud We’ve changed our envelopes graduate of the Chehalis School District. for voter and election security. Community Service When your ballot arrives, you may Past Board Member, Boys and Girls Club of Thurston County; Advisor, Homes First; Past Scoutmaster, Boy Scouts of America notice two differences from prior Troop 222; Former President, Lacey Chamber of Commerce. Andrew is also involved with Lacey Sunrise Lions, Lacey elections. Gateway Rotary; active member of Lacey, Yelm, and Thurston County Chambers of Commerce.?Please visit electAndrewBarkis. org to learn more about Andrew’s community service. We’ve switched from a “security Statement envelope” to a “security sleeve” Andrew Barkis is a leader in our community, and one of the legislature’s most trusted voices. Both Democrats and to speed up ballot processing and Republicans recognize Andrew as a leader in fixing the housing crisis and for his work helping write the state Transportation protect our workers. Budget, which included important local projects. Your envelopes are now Today, we’re all concerned about COVID-19 and how we safely reopen our state. For this job, Andrew is “essential.” He’s self-adhesive. No more licking to already working to protect renters and property owners, and ensure housing remains available. Andrew’s experience as a seal. small business owner, and his compassion and common sense are needed now more than ever. Have questions about election Contact PO Box 8728 security? We’re here for you: Lacey, WA 98509 360.810.8014 [email protected] www.electandrewbarkis.org 360.786.5408 [email protected] ThurstonVotes.org

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Veronica JT Whitcher Rockett Wilcox (Prefers Democratic Party) (Prefers Republican Party)

Elected Experience Elected Experience Veronica has served as a precinct committee officer for the JT is the House Republican Leader and has represented our Thurston County Democrats for three years. She was the Chair community since 2010. of the Thurston County Young Democrats in 2018 and has been serving as the Vice Chair of the Thurston County Democratic Other Professional Experience Women since 2019. JT has worked dozens of jobs on the family farm, from maintaining the irrigation system to CFO. He also led the Other Professional Experience national “Got Milk” ad campaign, and currently manages the As a full time caregiver for her family, Veronica has a keen sense family’s forest lands. of the issues LD2 families are facing. Education Education Graduated from Yelm High School; BA in History from Veronica went to River Ridge High School in Lacey, WA. After Washington State University. that she attended South Puget Sound Community College and Community Service Cornish College of the Arts. Trustee of the Washington State Historical Society; Former President, Yelm Lions Club; Former volunteer fireman; He was Community Service awarded an Honorary Chapter Farmer degree by the Yelm FFA Veronica is a volunteer with the PTA at her children's school. and has served on several school district committees. Statement As your representative, I will fight for our schools, healthcare for Statement all, and our community’s most vulnerable. Difficult decisions are JT Wilcox grew up working on his family’s farm, where he still ahead of us and we need a reasonable, responsible leader at lives today alongside four generations of Wilcoxes. The values the table. Our economy is struggling. Families are hurting. I will JT learned on the farm are the values we need in Olympia: be your voice, demanding real tax reform and ending tax breaks honesty, hard work, and careful planning for the future, which for large corporations who’ve benefited from this pandemic. I in Olympia means being conservative with taxpayer money. won’t stand by and allow lawmakers to solve the impending Today, the challenge facing our community is COVID-19. budget crisis on the backs of our children, seniors, and the Nationwide, both Democrats and Republicans agree with JT working class. I look forward to representing the families of LD that we need to reopen our economy safely. JT knows that it’s 2 and of Washington state. simply not true that we must pick between saving lives and Contact saving jobs and businesses. We can, and must, do both. 1230 Whisler St NE Contact Olympia, WA 98516 PO BOX 747 360.480.3614 [email protected] Mckenna, WA 98558 www.voteveronicald2.com [email protected] www.jtwilcox.org

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Matt 5 Tips to Ensure Your Ballot is Marshall Counted (Prefers Republican Party) 1. Late postmarks can’t be accepted. If it’s Election Day and you haven’t mailed your ballot, put it in one of our 29 drop boxes! Elected Experience 2. Return your entire ballot packet, especially the Eatonville School Director Position #3. Vice Chairman of the 2nd District Republicans of Pierce County. Precinct Committee return envelope that you sign. If you only return Officer. the security sleeve, we have no signed declaration Other Professional Experience and it won’t get counted. Former U.S. Army Captain with over 12 years on active duty 3. Be sure to sign your voter's declaration. If you and 2 tours in the middle east. 18 years in the medical field, currently serve as an orthopedic surgery physician assistant. don’t sign, we will send you a cure form. If you Adjunct Professor for University of Maryland Global Campus, don’t return it, we can’t count your ballot. Department of Natural Science since 2014. Education 4. Make note of how you signed when you Master of Physician Assistant Studies - University of Nebraska registered and sign that way on your return Medical Center. Bachelor of Science in Human Biology University of Nebraska Medical Center. Associate of Science in envelope. This is what we use to verify your Laboratory Science from George Washington University signature. If your signature has changed, contact Community Service us. Don’t sign someone else’s voter declaration Founder of Veteran 501c4 or have anyone else sign for you, even a family Statement member. We will challenge the signature. If we For decades our representatives in Olympia have been challenge your signature, we send a cure form influenced by special interests and misguided values. We needed new leadership with new ideas even before our asking you to sign a voter's declaration and return communities were devastated by the pandemic. I am it to us. If the letter matches the signature on the pro-life, pro-term limit, and pro-Constitution. I understand that being a public official means being a servant to the public. I return envelope, we can count it. believe homelessness can't be fixed with taxes, just as adding regulations won't fix the environment. I believe parents should 5. Power of attorney cannot be used to sign make all decisions regarding their children, and every time we someone else’s ballot. If you can’t sign, make make a new law, we restrict individual freedom. I humbly ask on the signature line and for your vote. any mark have two witnesses sign. Contact PO BOX 274 Mckenna, WA 98558 931.241.2320 [email protected] www.marshall4wa.com

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John Braun , , (Prefers Republican Party) New improved and ready Elected Experience State Senator 20th Legislative District, 2013-Present; Ranking Member, Ways and Means Committee; Member, Economic Revenue Forecast Committee; Member, Commerce and Labor Committee; Member, Financial Institutions, Economic to use. Development & Trade Other Professional Experience President of family business that employs nearly 200 people in our community and manufactures emergency vehicles. He is a Captain in the Naval Reserve. Education Bachelors of Science in Electrical Engineering, University of Washington; Master’s Degrees in Business Administration and Engineering, University of Michigan Community Service Member, Centralia College Foundation Board ;Former Member, Providence Centralia Hospital Community Board; Former Member, Timberland Regional Library Board of Trustees; Former Member, St. Joseph School Commission Statement Senator Braun has a proven record of delivering real results on jobs, education, the budget, and protecting the most vulnerable. He authored the first tuition cut in state history, reducing tuition by thousands and helping to make college more affordable for families across the state. Senator Braun listens. He works hard for us. He fights effectively for the families and communities in our area. And he is a strong advocate for the developmentally disabled and mentally ill. He is dedicated to reform government in ways that make our tax dollars spent by state government work harder to help people in need and less to keep bureaucrats and state officials in comfortable positions. These are challenging times for our families with over a million people out of work and businesses shutting their doors. State revenues are in decline. Many in Olympia will call for billions of dollars in higher taxes. Senator Braun’s answer is different. He doesn’t support higher taxes on people who have lost their jobs We upgraded all of our 29 ballot while public officials and employees receive pay raises. Contact drop boxes throughout Thurston PO BOX 234 Chehalis, WA 98532 360.508.6540 [email protected] County. To find one near you, see the complete list on page 4.

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Timothy Kurtis Zahn Engle (Prefers Democratic Party) (States No Party Preference)

Elected Experience Elected Experience Democratic Party Precinct Committee Officer for Toutle None. Other Professional Experience Other Professional Experience 5 years working with the farmers of Southwest Washington I've lost about 20 jobs. Almost all for the same reason : Don't sleep right. Makes it tough to show up on time every day. And Education show up on time is rule #1. On the other hand, you could say Bachelors degree in Information Technology and Administrative I have been exposed to a wide variety of industrial situations. Management from Central Washington University. And bringing business back from China is on the agenda. Community Service Education Cowlitz County Humane Society general volunteer; First I hold a PhD in B.S. from the University of Hard Knocks. Robotics Mentor; Volunteer for the 2018 Carolyn Long campaign Community Service Despite many personal problems, I have managed to avoid Statement going to Court, except for driving without insurance. To be fair, As a lifelong resident of Toutle, I am well acquainted with the I was living in that car... needs of rural Washington. I have worked in the fields and farms of southwest Washington and know the difficulty young Statement people have finding jobs in the local area. I plan to introduce a I am a disabled Vet. I've served 8 years house arrest by the number of sustainable development initiatives to create jobs transit authority. 3 years fighting City Hall. and boost rural economies. I also want to increase access to higher education in the area by expanding local community The thing you need to know is, fixing transit is easy. All that's colleges to offer four year degrees. Through these programs needed is want to. But look what transit is doing for COVID. and others like them I will work to create a booming economy Going to the hospital requires a walk across Walmart. This and a brighter future. is biological warfare, and meets the American definition of Treason. Any local politician could have stopped this. All should Contact have. None did. And Pete wants a promotion. I counsel against PO BOX 167 that, because I don't want to see in Olympia what I've seen in Toutle, WA 98649 Centralia. Thanks. [email protected] www.electzahn.com Contact 701 1/2 Euclid Way Centralia, WA 98531 360.350.8933 [email protected]

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Peter Brian Abbarno Lange (Prefers Republican Party) (Prefers Republican Party)

Elected Experience Elected Experience Centralia City Councilmember, 2016- present A member of the Board of Directors for ABATE of Washington, a 501-c (4) not for profit organization for 5 years. Other Professional Experience Althauser Rayan Abbarno, LLP, Owner/Attorney: 2010 - present; Other Professional Experience Bicoastal Media AM1470 KELA ‘Let's Talk About It’ Host: Legislative Affairs Officer for ABATE of Washington for 6 years. 2016 - present. Working with legislators to support and pass bills protecting the rights and transportation issues of Washingtonians. Education Sole-proprietor of a moto-tourism business. Authored a University of Washington, Master of Laws in Taxation: 2009; guidebook covering the south-central Cascade Range. Vermont Law School, Juris Doctor: 2008; State University of New York at Fredonia, BA: 1997. Education Attended Centralia College working toward a degree in Community Service Electronic Technologies. Centralia College Foundation (President 2018-2020); Lewis Economic Development Council; Mentoring at W.F. West and Community Service Morton High School; Watch D.O.G.S. in Centralia School District; Member of Radio Amateur Emergency Services in Lewis County, Hub City Mission; Lewis County Special Olympics; Lewis County and Lewis County Sheriff’s Office communications volunteer for Bar Association and Legal Aid, (President 2013); Centralia Little two years. A Former US Navy Radioman. League, Centralia Youth Soccer, and United Early Learning Center Project. Statement Brian Lange is a Washington native, with a broad background in Statement various industries. Working in fields as varied as; construction, I am a small business owner, husband, parent, and taxpayer like transportation, sales, security, and early childhood education you. My wife is a middle school math teacher and my children has brought a broad spectrum of experience with the diverse attend elementary school. As State Representative, I will focus people and issues of Washington State. Mr. Lange’s experience on solutions for issues impacting all of us! also includes working on legislation as the legislative affairs officer for a, not for profit grassroots organization. In this My priorities include: Working on meaningful and fiscally capacity Mr. Lange was involved in the complete legislative responsible economic recovery; Incentivizing business process. From crafting language, and gaining floor support, to growth and job creation by reducing burdensome taxes and testifying in multiple legislative hearings, Brian has gained regulations; Creating greater early learning and educational experience in the Capitol he can build on. opportunities for working families; Protecting our valued traditions and constitutional freedoms; and Supporting the Contact important efforts of our law enforcement and first responders. PO BOX 1835 Thank you for your vote! Morton, WA 98356 253.209.2439 [email protected] Contact www.electbrianlange.wixsite.com/website PO BOX 94 Centralia, WA 98531 360.706.7137 [email protected] www.electpeterabbarno.com

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Will Ed Rollet Orcutt (Prefers Democratic Party) (Prefers Republican Party)

Elected Experience Elected Experience No information submitted. Serving in his ninth two-year term in the House of Representatives, Ed Orcutt serves on the Transportation Other Professional Experience Committee; Finance Committee (ranking member); Economic Will Rollet has worked in commercial vehicle compliance, Development, Agriculture, and Natural Resources Committee; workplace safety compliance, and private security after several Joint Legislative Audit & Review Committee (vice chair); and years in hospitality. Economic and Revenue Forecast Council (chair). Education Other Professional Experience Will is a student at Lower Columbia College where he studies Consulting forester/owner of Cascade Forest Management. Communications. Education Community Service B.S. degree in Forest Management, University of Idaho. Will Rollet is an active member of his local Lions Club participating in their paper recycling program. He also serves as Community Service a member of the Kelso Public Library Advisory Board. An active volunteer, Ed Orcutt is a member of the Kalama Lions Club, and has served as past chairman of the Highlander Statement Festival, member of the Columbia Theatre Board, and as a Will Rollet is a driven leader who will be a voice for the future of youth bowling coach. Washington. He will work for affordable housing and education options, broadband access, small business development Statement programs, healthcare for all, and commonsense firearms safety State Representative Ed Orcutt has earned a reputation in regulations. Will Rollet is a candidate who understands the Olympia as an effective, independent leader who works hard to economic hardships facing many Washington families and will make things happen for the families in Southwest Washington. work to ensure that the taxes they pay are never wasted. Will He’s a leader in protecting taxpayers, natural resource-based Rollet is the voice from the crowd with a choice for the future. jobs, property rights, and the quality of life we all enjoy. Contact Ed Orcutt’s priorities include creating new family-wage jobs, PO BOX 1137 making government agencies more responsive to the citizens Castle Rock, WA 98611 they serve, and making government live within its means. That [email protected] means funding education and vital services using existing revenues and protecting taxpayers from tax increases. Let’s keep Ed Orcutt in the House. Contact PO BOX 1280 Kalama, WA 98625 360.751.2317 [email protected] www.repedorcutt.com

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Kevin Sam Young Hunt (Prefers Democratic Party) (Prefers Democratic Party)

Elected Experience Elected Experience I have never held office; however, I have a strong desire to North Thurston School Board, 1995-2003; Washington serve my community and bring fresh ideas and insight into the State Representative 2001-2017; Washington State Senator legislature. 2017-Present Other Professional Experience Other Professional Experience Local business owner; local real estate investor; biologist at Sam’s lived in Olympia for 40 years. Both children live and Washington State Fish and Wildlife; wildlife and land manager work in Olympia. He taught school in Pasco, worked for the US for MacDill Airforce Base; biologist with Missouri Department Senate Appropriations Committee, Washington State Senate, of Conservation. Governor Booth Gardner, and Department of Information Services. Education I graduated in 2007 from Evergreen State College with Education an emphasis in Biology, Ecology, and Chemistry; In 2013 I BA Washington State University; graduate study, WSU and graduated from the University of Houston-Clear Lake with a University of Oregon Masters of Science in Environmental Science. Community Service Community Service Olympia Kiwanis Club; former member The Nature Conservancy No information submitted of Washington Board, Washington State Historical Society Board, and Thurston County Democrats former chair. Statement As a proud father, a biologist, and small businessman, I have Statement a wide range of perspectives and ideas that I would like to Experience counts, especially in difficult times. Sam’s a leader bring to the state legislature. In December of 2007, when I who gets things done. He headed major election reforms graduated from The Evergreen State College, like many others, putting Washington first in the nation in voting access. He I struggled with the rising cost of living as well as finding sponsored online voter registration, vote by mail and the quality employment and career advancement opportunities. new presidential primary. Washington will lead the country in Through these experiences, I have gained an understanding of turnout with no lines to vote. the hardships many are facing today. He supports improved, equitable public education funding. My goal is to find a balance between opposing viewpoints He will work to reduce the reliance of property taxes to fund and move this state in a direction where we are not forced education, class sizes reduction, and well deserved salary to choose between our community, our businesses, or the improvements for educators. environment. I would work towards finding the common ground required to develop real solutions to the challenges Sam chairs the State Government, Tribal Relations & Elections ahead without sacrificing one over the other. My background Committee, serves on the Senate Ways & Means and K-12 in science will be essential in developing policies that put Education Committees. He’s a strong supporter of state public health and the environment at the forefront of future employees and works hard to ensure worthwhile projects and legislation. programs are funded. Several years ago, I started a small environmental business COVID-19 painfully shows our healthcare system’s failures. and invested in local real estate focused on providing quality This experience proves we need universal healthcare. It low-income housing. This has given me a unique perspective also illustrates our antiquated tax structure, taxing high in dealing with the delicate balance between the struggles wage earners at a lower percentage than middle and low income, must change. He supports a progressive tax structure people face and the realities of business. that includes a capital gains tax and sales and property tax reductions. Senator Sam Hunt will work hard to move Contact Washington forward and help us emerge from these very 2323 Friendly Grove Rd NE Olympia, WA, 98506 difficult times. Please vote for Sam. 206.280.3443 [email protected] Contact PO BOX 2573 Olympia, WA 98507 360.456.0886 [email protected] www.votesamhunt.com Candidate statements are printed as submitted and not edited for factual or grammatical accuracy by the Secretary of State or Auditor’s Office. 102 Legislative District No. 22 | Senator | Four Year Term Accessible Voting Garry Holland (Prefers Republican Party)

Elected Experience Soon Other Professional Experience Concluded an extraordinarily successful 33-year career with the State Department of Social and Health Services performing in a variety of critical functions in support of Washington citizens. Education Holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Family Financial Planning and numerous hours of continuing education in Alcohol and Accessible Voting is available with The Substance Abuse, Accounting, Leadership, Supervision and ExpressVote™. Communication. The ExpressVote™ is a voting assistance Community Service device that enables voters with visual Community and volunteer activities include leadership of bond impairments, cognitive/learning and levy initiatives for North Thurston Public Schools; President of the Parent Teacher Association; fund raising for the PTA disabilities, or limited mobility to vote and High School Booster’s; and, thousands of volunteer hours independently and with privacy. teaching youth development and leadership at his community church. Voters are welcome to visit us at the Statement SPSCC Mottman Campus or call us to set Garry Holland is committed to strengthening communities. As a up an appointment at 360.786.5408 husband and father, he knows the value of a quality education, 711 Washington Relay. meaningful work and selfless public service. Among the most treasured resources in our State are its’ public employees who serve with distinction in our schools and public support agencies. Our community will be confronted with great challenges in the years to come and a remarkable effort will be required to assure a bright and sustainable future for all our citizens. We must continue to address our funding challenges in education; develop sustainable budgets that reflect our values while not burdening future generations; and enact policies that grow our economy and allow for optimal job creation. Garry will go to work immediately in the State Senate to keep full funding of our schools, improve state programs for homelessness, and strengthen public safety in our neighborhoods. Garry is committed to our neighborhoods, our houses of worship, our workplaces, our families and to the immutable values that bind us together as a community. Contact 5442 Sleater Kinney Rd Ne Olympia, WA 98506 www.hollandforsenator.com

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J. D. Allen Ingram Acosta (Prefers Republican Party) (Prefers Libertarian Party)

Elected Experience Elected Experience None Libertarian Party of Washington, Regional Director (Two Terms). Other Professional Experience Other Professional Experience Thirty years of experience working in data analytics, financial Major, US Army (retired); Defense Threat Reduction Agency analysis and management roles in healthcare organizations and Certified, Naval Criminal Investigative Service Certified, Federal healthcare insurance organizations. Emergency Management Agency Certified. Education Education Bachelor of Arts in Economics, Ohio University; Master of Eastern Michigan University, BS in Public Safety Administration Health Administration, Duke University with a concentration in Criminal Investigation. Army Logistic and Management College graduate. Community Service Volunteer at Black Lake Elementary School, Tumwater; Coach Community Service and Board member, Lacy Babe Ruth Baseball 2019 WDVA Distinguished Service award. 2019 Libertarian Party Community Service award. 2019 Chinese American recognition Statement award. I believe in you. I believe in your ability to run your life with A Hero’s Promise Executive Director, Liberty Disaster Relief minimal interference from the government. Our nation Service; Operations Director. Family Court Reform Vice was founded on the principle of individual liberty. We need Chair. Military Order of the Purple Heart member, Veteran government, just less government than we have been getting. Homelessness Task Force member. Motorcycle Safety Using the Federal and State Constitutions as my guide, I will Foundation instructor, Filipino American Youth cultural carefully review all new laws and revisions to existing laws to ensure that they are constitutional, support individual liberty educator. and personal freedom. I’m a reasonable person with a lot of life experience, and my experience as an analyst means I know how Statement More than words, continuing my service in my legislative to ask good questions. district. I have worked on numerous legislation that advocate for individual rights and protection. I have spoken out against Contact continued taxation at rallies, fighting the cost of living increase 6835 4th Way SE that is making Washington less affordable for families. I work Olympia, WA 98503 with community outreaches addressing food insecurities 360.790.3611 Jdingram-district [email protected] and homelessness in our communities to include veteran homeless task force, a growing issue within the State. I am an advocate for affordable housing and zoning law reform. I am a responsible steward of public lands and strong advocate for conservation education. Vote for Allen Acosta. Contact 1401 Marvin Rd NE. STE 307-152 Lacey, WA 98516 360.556.4642 [email protected] www.vote4allen.com

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Laurie Jonny Dolan Meade (Prefers Democratic Party) (Prefers Socialist Party)

Elected Experience Elected Experience State Representative; 22nd LD; Position 1 (2017-2020) I am not another career politician in a line of politicians. I am a working person who understands the status quo is broken, and Other Professional Experience not working for us. 30 Years K-12 Education (Classroom Teacher and Administrator); 28 Years Labor/Management Bargaining; 4 Other Professional Experience Years Policy Director to Governor I will bring years of experience as a father, neighbor, and working-class resident of LD22. Importantly, I know what it’s Education like to live paycheck to paycheck, to be a renter, to be evicted BA in English and Education - University of Washington; MA in without cause, and to worry about my child’s future and Special Ed – Gonzaga; PhD in Organizational Leadership and education. Superintendent’s Credential - Gonzaga Education Community Service Autopoietic, focused on Philosophy, Art, and Design; Academy Rotary Club of Olympia (32 year Rotarian); Former Volunteer of Information Technology, UHS Intake Advocate at SideWalk, working with homeless veterans Community Service Statement Community Organizer, Shelter Volunteer; Volunteer Voter As we tackle urgent public health and economic disruptions, we Outreach for Bernie 2020; Non-Profit Voter Registration cannot ignore or roll back progress we’ve made in K-12 funding, Volunteer early learning, affordable tuition, 100% clean electricity and investments in affordable housing and mental health services. Statement As a career educator, longtime union member and two time Coronavirus has revealed our society's underlying problems. cancer survivor, I’ll continue fighting for safe, nurturing schools, Working people find ourselves on the edge of unemployment, living wage jobs and protections for frontline workers, and eviction, and joblessness, without healthcare or hope. We, the expanding affordable healthcare options so no one is without people, know the two biggest parties are parties of special needed coverage. interests. We all know their money talks, but it doesn't speak for us. I'm asking for your vote so I can fight to take the tax I’m committed to addressing budget challenges with burden off the backs of workers, raise wages, put working responsible, progressive revenue, protecting essential State families first, and empower the working class not just to survive services. I am honored to serve you, and appreciate your vote. the Covid-19 crisis, but build a future and community in which we can thrive. Contact 325 Washington St NE #420 Contact Olympia, WA 98501 PO BOX 1052 [email protected] Olympia, WA 98507 www.friendsoflauriedolan.com 360.474.7722 [email protected] www.jonnyforwa.com

Anthony Mary Ellen Novack Biggerstaff (Prefers Democratic Party) (Prefers Democratic Party)

Elected Experience Elected Experience Roslyn City Council – Appointed in 2012 Precinct Committee Officer Other Professional Experience Other Professional Experience Professional wildlife biologist and scientist. Worked with 15 years of experience as a nurse and nurse practitioner in jaguars and mountain lions in Central and South America, as hospitals, primary care and opioid addiction treatment; well as wolves, bears, and other wildlife here in Washington. Associate Professor Applied skills in Conflict Resolution and Transformation Education Education Associate Degree in Nursing, South Puget Sound Community Masters of Science - Wildlife Ecology and Conservation, Univ. of College; B.A. in International Relations at Mt. Holyoke College; Florida, Published Thesis Titled -- Impacts of Hunting on Jaguar Doctorate in Nursing, Frontier Nursing; Master’s in Public and Mountain Lion in Guatemala. Bachelors of Science in Forest Health, U.C. Berkeley Resource Conservation, Univ. of Florida. Associate of the Arts - University of Maryland, Munich, Germany Community Service Serves on the following boards: ARNP United, Washington State Community Service Nurses Association and One Nurse at a Time. Volunteered as Peace Corps Volunteer, Honduras – 1995-1999. a nurse at the Olympia Free Clinic and in Vietnam. Community Youth Coach - Olympia United Soccer Club 2014-present organizer for Medicare for All. My husband and I and have Statement raised our four children in Lacey and Olympia. My focus as your representative will be to fight the pandemic, Statement support people’s health, and fix our economy. Second - I will Thurston County has been my home for thirty years and where apply myself to transform political conflicts into collaborations my husband and I have raised our teenagers. Serving this and form a civil society. Third - we will develop a smarter tax community as a nurse, I have seen housing, health care, and system and reduce inequality. Finally – my personal mission is opportunity become out of reach for too many. to foster a better way for society to develop in harmony with our environment. I propose a green infrastructure program to COVID is a public health crisis, decimating our economy and construct pathways that move wild creatures and people under, intensifying inequality. We need transformational policies that or across, roadways without touching pavement. We can build create affordable housing for those living on minimum wage or new relationships between people and nature in Washington. social security and health care coverage that includes mental health and dental care. As a candidate funded by small-dollar Contact donations, I will listen, work hard, and bring your demands to PO BOX 11414 the capital. Olympia, WA 98508 612.804.7000 [email protected] Contact www.electanthonynovack.com PO BOX 894 Olympia, WA 98507 [email protected] www.maryellenbiggerstaff.com

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Jessica Dusty Bateman Pierpoint (Prefers Democratic Party) (Prefers Republican Party)

Elected Experience Elected Experience Olympia Mayor Pro-Tem; Olympia City Councilmember None 2015 - Current Other Professional Experience Other Professional Experience Proudly served as the Lacey Chief of Police from 2005 to 2018. I work as a Health Policy Analyst for Community Health Past Board member for the Washington Association of Sheriffs Centers in WA. Previously I served as Community Impact and Police Chiefs (WASPC, Worked with the North Thurston Director for the United Way of Thurston County and Public Schools on safety planning and implementation of the Legislative Aide in the legislature. School Resource Officer Program, Strophy Foundation (support Therapeutic Courts), Thurston County Law and Justice Council, Education Law Enforcement Assisted Diversion (LEAD. I am the first in my family to earn a college degree. Associate degree, Green River Community College; bachelor of arts Education in environmental studies and master’s degree in public Bachelor of Arts, The Evergreen State College, Graduate FBI administration, The Evergreen State College. National Academy #213. Community Service Community Service I served as an Olympia Planning Commissioner 2013 - 2015, together, Olympia/Thurston County Crime Stoppers, and a GRuB Board member 2013 - 2015, WFSE 443-member former Rotarian and youth sports coach. 2012 – 2015, and community organizer. Statement Statement As your state representative, we must quit minimizing property We need a proven, progressive legislator who stands with crime and fraud, increase support to veterans, and make it working families, seniors, and our most vulnerable. Our State easier for small business in Washington. Defend State funded budget must reflect our values and priorities, especially in pensions. a period of recovery. On City Council, I led the Home Fund Campaign, wrote Olympia’s Sanctuary City resolution, and We must do more than just enable homelessness. Must link supported ambitious carbon reduction goals. enforcement and treatment, based on the therapeutic courts I am committed to inclusivity and equity, affordable housing model, to address underlying conditions like joblessness, for all, comprehensive healthcare, tax fairness and a addiction, and mental illness. Veterans deserve our support. sustainable environment. Endorsed: Congressman Denny We must increase the veteran assistance program locations Heck, Senator Sam Hunt, Representative Laurie Dolan, WA across the state. Reduce excessive regulations and fees so small Education Association, Local Firefighters, State Labor Council, businesses can employ more of our neighbors with good paying WA Federation of State Employees, Aerospace Machinists, jobs. I ask for your vote for State Representative. and Thurston County Young Democrats. Contact Contact PO BOX 8301 120 State Ave NE #1462 Lacey, WA 98509 Olympia, WA 98501 www.electdusty.com 360.857.0950 [email protected] 360.402.0723 www.votejessicabateman.com [email protected]

Glenda Breiler (Prefers Democratic Party)

Elected Experience First-time candidate with background in public service. Notice to Voters: Other Professional Experience State candidate statements are printed Current Director of the Longhouse at Evergreen State College, Former Deputy Director of Washington Indian Gaming exactly as submitted to the WA State Association, Former Director of Math Engineering Science Achievement Program at Edmonds Community College. Former Secretary of State’s Office. State law for Program Director at UW School of Social Work. the State candidates does not permit Education Masters of Social Work, University of Washington; BA, Human them to disallow or censor this content. Services, Western Washington University. We do not make corrections of any kind Community Service Member of Indivisible Thurston County; Member of People or verify statements for truth or fact. of Color, Candidates and Campaigns 3; Board Member for Evergreen Council for Problem Gambling; Community Organizer for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Woman; Community Organizer for Annual Women's March; Member of the Squaxin Canoe Family. Statement I’m a working mom, progressive activist, social worker and committed public servant. I have dedicated my career to creating pathways to opportunity. I’m running because I know firsthand the struggles many of us face - from affording healthcare, to housing, and education. I will be accountable to our community to address the challenges of the coronavirus pandemic, rebuild our economy, and take action on climate change. Together we will build a green economy that gets us back to work and fight for a better future for the next generations. I hope to earn your vote. Endorsed by WA Conservation Voters. Contact PO BOX 2394 Olympia, WA 98507 360.561.3301 [email protected] www.glendaforwa.com

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Colton Dan Myers Griffey (Prefers Democratic Party) (Prefers Republican Party)

Elected Experience Elected Experience First time candidate; 3rd Generation District Resident Washington State Legislature Other Professional Experience Other Professional Experience Senior Health Policy Analyst, Washington State Health Truck Driver, professional Lieutenant Firefighter EMT, Small Care Authority; Student Consultant, Mason County Opioid Business Owner, Union President, Emergency Training Stakeholder Group (MCOSG); District Intern, Congressman Instructor at our Local Schools. Adam Smith (WA-09); Legal Assistant, Ryan, Montgomery & Armstrong, INC. P.S. Education North Mason High School 1989, North Bend Fire Academy 1989, Education Industrial Electronics (2year Certification) Olympic College, University of Washington, Evans School of Public Policy & Occupational Certifications as well as Fire Officer. Governance, MPA (2019); Western Washington University, BA (2014); Central Kitsap High School (2010) Community Service I support Turning Pointe Domestic Violence Shelter, Homes Community Service for our Troops, and the YMCA. I have volunteered with Habitat Precinct Committee Officer (Apex 162, Kitsap County), eBoard for Humanity, United Way, served the hungry at St. David's of Young Democrats of Kitsap County, eBoard of 35th and chaperoned school events for my 3 daughters.I began Legislative District Democrats, Graduate Professional Student volunteering as a firefighter at 16 and was one of the youngest Senate @ UW (Formerly) EMTs certified in Washington State. Statement Statement Our communities have fallen behind-- harming families and I enjoy serving you in Olympia. Working shoulder to shoulder businesses-- because Olympia politicians care more about special interests than service. We need a new generation of with Republicans and Democrats alike, I voted to protect our leadership committed to common sense solutions. elderly, end the Statute of Limitations on felony sex crimes, process all rape kits, protected Social Security numbers from As a health policy analyst and 3rd generation district resident, disclosure on public documents, provided training opportunities I’ll be a strong voice for local jobs, focusing on career training for firefighters (saving local dollars) and worked to eliminate for vets and displaced workers, traditional industries we cannot loopholes allowing criminals to walk free. lose, improving health outcomes, education our kids deserve, broadband infrastructure that is more critical than ever, and Since elected, I've been able to help thousands of people in our fight for tax fairness: closing loopholes and giving struggling district work through tough problems and get results. I'm in families a break. With your vote, I’ll fight for you in Olympia your corner and I am asking for your vote to continue the work Contact we started. Stronger Together. PO BOX 566 Contact Seabeck, WA 98380 PO BOX 83 [email protected] Allyn, WA 98524 www.electcoltonmyers.com 360.204.9636 [email protected] www.griffey4statehouse.com

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Earl W. Drew C. Burt MacEwen (Prefers Shortstop Party) (Prefers Republican Party)

Elected Experience Elected Experience I have never sought a public elected office until now. State Representative 2013-present; Ranking Member: Commerce & Gaming; Assistant Ranking Member: Other Professional Experience Appropriations; Deputy Floor Leader I have worked for the United States Navy at Puget Sound Naval Shipyard as a civil servant my entire working career. I am retired Other Professional Experience and live in Bremerton with my wife. President of Falcon Financial Inc., Managing Partner of Mountain Lakes Capital Management, and partner in Smoking Education Mo's Restaurant and The Dock Gonzaga University Community Service Education I am currently the President of the Board of Directors (voluntary Bachelor of Science from University of State of New York; position) at a local food bank. I have served on different Graduate- US Navy Nuclear Propulsion Program board positions. Over my eleven years serving on the board, I have been involved with fundraiser programs, yearly budget Community Service approvals, repair and replacement of food bank equipment, and I am a member of Shelton Rotary, St David's Church, and the personnel recruitment for board members and volunteers. Shelton Mason Chamber of Commerce of which I am a past president. I am also a supporter of Shelton YMCA, Love Inc, Statement Mason Hospital Foundation and Kitsap Medical Society. I am a “Shortstop Party” politician, meaning that I am a moderate who will support hard right and hard left positions Statement when appropriate and then return to the moderate position. It is my honor to be serving you in the State House. I have a strong bipartisan track record of improving our K12 education, I want you to be safe, especially during this COVID-19 pandemic higher education system, state government reforms, and crisis. I have zero tolerance of people or groups that play reducing taxes on our citizens. I have advocated for better games with people’s lives and their livelihoods or that threaten people’s safety through intimidation. I will lead by example budgeting and living within our means. I have spoken out and continue to drive positive change into the community by about our need to be setting aside more funds for an economic consulting subject matter experts and ensuring constituent’s downturn. We are now seeing just how severe a downturn can safety. Yes, your safety and well-being is my goal. be. We need to have veteran leadership to tackle the budget crisis we now face. I ask for your vote. Thank you! Contact PO BOX 4177 Contact Bremerton, WA 98312-9998 PO BOX 651 [email protected] Union, WA 98592 360.250.0730 [email protected] www.votedrewmac.com

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Darcy Huffman (Prefers Democratic Party)

Elected Experience Has not held elected office, not a career politician. Other Professional Experience 25 years of banking, finance and risk management experience. Nine years as the Resource and Communication Director at The Lutheran Church of The Good Shepherd in Olympia Education Coffeyville Community College; Kansas State University, B.S. in Mass Communications Community Service Darcy is currently the Vice-President of the Southwestern Washington Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA). She also sits on their Affordable Housing Taskforce. Her other community involvement includes CIELO, Inter-Faith Works, Sidewalk, Altrusa and Creative Theatre Experience. Statement Right now, we need leaders who are not driven by party politics but by the desire to help people. As your Representative I will be the independent, thoughtful leader we need to help our community rebound quickly from this economic collapse by making sure that everyone has access to good jobs and good healthcare. I will work to create partnerships to increase affordable public access to broadband ensuring that both students and businesses have the resources they need to thrive. Endorsed by Congressman Derek Kilmer and Congressman Denny Heck, and the Washington State Labor Council. I ask for your vote. Contact PO BOX 357 Shelton, WA 98584 360.951.5037 [email protected] www.darcyhuffman.com

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