Endorsed Candidates
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Do More in '24!
If we are going to elect pro-democracy candidates, we all must roll up our sleeves and put out the effort. OI members can find the candidates and their events posted here.
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Election Information
Dates
May 10 - Candidate Filing Deadline
July 19 to August 6 - Primary Election
October 18 to November 5 - General Election
Dates
May 10 - Candidate Filing Deadline
July 19 to August 6 - Primary Election
October 18 to November 5 - General Election
Table of Contents:
Initiatives
President
Members of Congress
State Executives
State Representatives
Thurston County
Initiatives
President
Members of Congress
State Executives
State Representatives
Thurston County
Initiatives
Olympia Indivisible recommends a NO vote on all three initiatives on your ballot. These initiatives are an attempt to repeal important bills that were passed by the Legislation in 2023.
- Initiative 2117 — repeals the Climate Commitment Act, which is raising funds to fight climate damage
- Initiative 2109 — repeals billions in education funding by eliminating the capital gains tax on the ultra-wealthy
- Initiative 2124 — sabotages the WA Cares plan which helps Washingtonians afford long-term care
President
Joe Biden
The Biden/Harris administration has been accurately compared to Franklin Delano Roosevelt and Lyndon B. Johnson’s accomplishments. The big wins for the country are listed on the White House Record webpage.
The Biden/Harris administration has been accurately compared to Franklin Delano Roosevelt and Lyndon B. Johnson’s accomplishments. The big wins for the country are listed on the White House Record webpage.
Events: OI’s Elections Presidential Action Team (E-PAT) has scheduled events throughout the year until election day. Sign up HERE for actions such as
Calendar: E-PAT Take Action Calendar. |
Members of Congress
U.S. Senator
Maria Cantwell
As a respected leader – both in public service and in the private sector – Maria has always embraced the values she first learned growing up in a strong working-class family. As a successful businesswoman in Washington's hi-tech industry, she helped build a company that created hundreds of high-paying jobs from the ground up.
Maria Cantwell
As a respected leader – both in public service and in the private sector – Maria has always embraced the values she first learned growing up in a strong working-class family. As a successful businesswoman in Washington's hi-tech industry, she helped build a company that created hundreds of high-paying jobs from the ground up.
Website
Events: We consider this a non-critical race, in that we expect Senator Cantwell to win, and will not be promoting their campaign events. But feel free to contribute and follow the volunteer page on their website. |
Congressional District
CD - 3
Marie Gluesenkamp Perez
In 2022 Marie beat far-right extremist Joe Kent. He is back in 2024 trying to flip the district back to red. Marie works hard for all Americans and does not accept Corporate PAC money. She votes to protect reproductive freedom and the environment.
Marie Gluesenkamp Perez
In 2022 Marie beat far-right extremist Joe Kent. He is back in 2024 trying to flip the district back to red. Marie works hard for all Americans and does not accept Corporate PAC money. She votes to protect reproductive freedom and the environment.
CD - 8
Kim Schrier
Kim is the first pediatrician and the only pro-choice woman doctor in Congress. She will always stand up to protect reproductive freedom.
Kim Schrier
Kim is the first pediatrician and the only pro-choice woman doctor in Congress. She will always stand up to protect reproductive freedom.
CD - 10
Marilyn Strickland
Representative Strickland comes from a military family, and works every day to make our nation more safe, just, and secure for all of us.
Marilyn Strickland
Representative Strickland comes from a military family, and works every day to make our nation more safe, just, and secure for all of us.
Website
Events: We consider this a non-critical race, in that we expect Marilyn Strickland to win, and will not be promoting their campaign events. But feel free to contribute and follow the volunteer page on their website. |
State Executives
Governor
Bob Ferguson (early Endorsement)
"Washington needs Bob's leadership. He successfully fought drug companies who distributed too many opioids. As Governor, he will lead the fight against fentanyl. Education and job training is a top priority for our state to meet today’s workforce demands and, as Governor, Bob will never shortchange education investment. He is a defender of women's health rights, a leader in consumer protection, and a champion for our environment." – Senator Maria Cantwell
"Washington needs Bob's leadership. He successfully fought drug companies who distributed too many opioids. As Governor, he will lead the fight against fentanyl. Education and job training is a top priority for our state to meet today’s workforce demands and, as Governor, Bob will never shortchange education investment. He is a defender of women's health rights, a leader in consumer protection, and a champion for our environment." – Senator Maria Cantwell
Join the Team: To join the OI Ferguson campaign support team, send a message via the Elections State Action Team contact form and specify that you'd like to connect with the Ferguson campaign support team. Events: Yard Signs:
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Lt. Governor
Denny Heck
Over 50 prominent Washington Democrats, including Tacoma Mayor Victoria Woodards, Port of Seattle Commissioner Sam Cho, and King County Assessor John Arthur Wilson signed a letter calling for the party to unite to elect Congressman Denny Heck as Lt. Governor this November. In the primary, Rep. Heck won 154,000 more votes than his general election opponent, surpassing him in 38 of 39 counties and winning 18 counties outright.
Denny Heck
Over 50 prominent Washington Democrats, including Tacoma Mayor Victoria Woodards, Port of Seattle Commissioner Sam Cho, and King County Assessor John Arthur Wilson signed a letter calling for the party to unite to elect Congressman Denny Heck as Lt. Governor this November. In the primary, Rep. Heck won 154,000 more votes than his general election opponent, surpassing him in 38 of 39 counties and winning 18 counties outright.
Events: We consider this a non-critical race, in that we expect Lt. Governor Heck to win, and will not be promoting his campaign events. But feel free to contribute and follow the volunteer page on his website. |
Secretary of State
Steve Hobbs
As Washington’s 16th Secretary of State, Steve Hobbs works to ensure every eligible Washingtonian’s voice is heard in secure, accessible elections. Since 2021, Steve Hobbs has safeguarded the integrity of Washington elections by investing in cybersecurity, security improvement grants to counties that conduct elections, and fighting election misinformation.
Steve Hobbs
As Washington’s 16th Secretary of State, Steve Hobbs works to ensure every eligible Washingtonian’s voice is heard in secure, accessible elections. Since 2021, Steve Hobbs has safeguarded the integrity of Washington elections by investing in cybersecurity, security improvement grants to counties that conduct elections, and fighting election misinformation.
State Treasurer
Mike Pellicciotti
Strengthening our state’s financial health and credit ratings, while leading policies that promote economic opportunity, financial education, and retirement security for all.
Mike Pellicciotti
Strengthening our state’s financial health and credit ratings, while leading policies that promote economic opportunity, financial education, and retirement security for all.
Events: We consider this a non-critical race, in that we expect Treasurer Pellicciotti to win, and will not be promoting his campaign events. But feel free to contribute and follow the volunteer page on his website. |
Attorney General
Nick Brown
Brown has reported that as U.S. attorney, he sought to combat cybercrime, the fentanyl crisis, gun violence and human trafficking, while also emphasizing civil rights. He has called criminal prosecution a “blunt instrument” and suggested that justice also requires more creative approaches. As attorney general, Brown said he would work to reduce gun violence, improve the state’s mental health system and help with affordable housing.
Nick Brown
Brown has reported that as U.S. attorney, he sought to combat cybercrime, the fentanyl crisis, gun violence and human trafficking, while also emphasizing civil rights. He has called criminal prosecution a “blunt instrument” and suggested that justice also requires more creative approaches. As attorney general, Brown said he would work to reduce gun violence, improve the state’s mental health system and help with affordable housing.
State Representatives
LD 22
Representative 1:
Beth Doglio
Representative Doglio is a leader in legislation for our environment, reproductive freedom and housing. Browse through the list of bills where she has been the primary sponsor from the 2023-24 session: Bill Report.
Representative 1:
Beth Doglio
Representative Doglio is a leader in legislation for our environment, reproductive freedom and housing. Browse through the list of bills where she has been the primary sponsor from the 2023-24 session: Bill Report.
Website
Events: We consider this a non-critical race, in that we expect Representative Doglio to win, and will not be promoting their campaign events. But feel free to contribute and follow the volunteer page on their website. |
Thurston County
District 1
Carolina Mejia
Commissioner Mejia has made significant strides in preserving our natural resources, implementing sustainable practices, and combating climate change. The County has invested in infrastructure projects that improve transportation, enhance public safety, and support economic growth.
Carolina Mejia
Commissioner Mejia has made significant strides in preserving our natural resources, implementing sustainable practices, and combating climate change. The County has invested in infrastructure projects that improve transportation, enhance public safety, and support economic growth.
District 4
Wayne Fournier
Commissioner Fournier believes in preserving and enhancing the irreplaceable natural places of our county while providing opportunities for sustainable growth. He is committed to promoting economic development by leveraging our cultural assets and supporting local creativity and entrepreneurs.
Wayne Fournier
Commissioner Fournier believes in preserving and enhancing the irreplaceable natural places of our county while providing opportunities for sustainable growth. He is committed to promoting economic development by leveraging our cultural assets and supporting local creativity and entrepreneurs.