combat overseas, she raised their two remarkable children while going to law In recent interviews, Kuehl Pederson also downplayed the importance of climate change in exacerbating this fall’s forest fires. The Superior Court Judges This referendum means teaching students in grades K-3 self-awareness, self-control, and interpersonal skills. Leyba has expressed some very conservative viewpoints during the campaign, including opposition to stronger campaign finance laws, disagreeing with basic law enforcement reforms, and supporting Trump's handling of the coronavirus pandemic response. He co-chaired the Washington State Minority and Justice Commission for 24 years and also served as co-chair for the 2004 Task Force on Civil Equal Justice Funding. This year, Ortiz-Self was the prime sponsor on bills to increase student access to counselors and provide resources for homeless college students. Snohomish County Superior Court is seeking a SUPERIOR COURT ADMINISTRATOR Compensation: $110,000.00 - $155,000.00 Depending on Qualifications Excellent Benefits Package Snohomish County Snohomish County is located in the Puget Sound region, 25 miles north of Seattle. Her bill to fund nonprofits in low-income communities passed this year as well. Inslee to replace Justice Mary Fairhurst. ESB 6690, the bill that Advisory Vote 35 references, seeks to bring the state's business and occupation (B&O) tax rate on the aerospace industry in line with the World Trade Organization's ruling. Judge Position 51: Cindi Port ℹ; Snohomish County Snohomish County Council, District 4: Jared Mead Court of Appeals, Division 1, District 2, Judge Position 2: Linda Coburn Snohomish Superior Court Judge Position 4: Edirin Okoloko Judge Position 8: Robert Grant Judge Position 13: Jennifer Langbehn This year, Franz released a climate resiliency plan for rural Washington that includes massive reforestation as well as expanding wind and solar farms. military, while her husband is now a science teacher at Jackson High School. As the coronavirus crisis continues and the gap in the state budget persists, we need real, experienced leadership at the helm of the state. Lopez-Shaw has practiced trial law in Washington for the last 17 years with both private firms and public organizations. She spent a decade serving students on the school board and mentored at-risk high school students as well as students at Gonzaga University. With the upcoming retirement of Judge Lucas from Snohomish County Superior Court, Position 8, we wish to express our support for the candidacy of Robert Grant for Snohomish County … Chief Justice Debra L. Stephens was first appointed to the state Supreme Court in 2008 by Gov. Advisory Vote 33 references SSB 5628, which passed this year. During this time of economic and health crises, the 21st Legislative District needs a representative who has demonstrated care and knowledge in protecting the district's most vulnerable residents. Governor Jay Inslee has been a strong, principled leader on the important challenges facing Washington. After facing numerous progressive challenges in the presidential primary, Biden has shifted his platform to the left for the general election. Last year, Wyman's office released a new $9.5 million voter registration database that was riddled with errors and led to a backlog of tens of thousands of registrations. Vote "Maintained" on Advisory Vote 33. Edmonds resident and Deputy Prosecutor Robert Grant is running for Snohomish County Superior Court judge, Position 8, a seat held by Judge Eric Z. Lucas, who is not seeking reelection. She is running against Richard S. Serns, a school superintendent who filed for office just weeks after passing the bar exam this spring. Whitener has been rated as "exceptionally well-qualified" by a wide slate of bar associations and has earned an endorsement from every current Supreme Court Justice as well as several past justices. California Senator Kamala Harris is Biden's vice-presidential running mate on the Democratic ticket. Tarleton is running for Secretary of State to expand access to voting in Washington while safeguarding our elections against "foreign and domestic" attacks. Prior to his appointment, Mead was elected to the state House in 2018 and also served on the Mill Creek City Council. Washington will become the eighth state in the nation to take this step to protect our health and ecosystems. Espinoza is a school music teacher and a former legislative liaison to the Governor’s Commission on Hispanic Affairs. Also in this race is Snohomish County prosecutor Robert Grant. She has been rated "exceptionally well-qualified" by numerous legal groups and endorsed by a number of progressives. Inslee to replace Justice Mary Fairhurst. Seattle, WA 98101. Both bring extensive legislative experience and progressive values to the race, although their visions for the office of Lt. Biden's opponent is President Donald Trump, a man whose corrupt, lawless, and destructive track record speaks for itself. In addition, her campaign has received support from many local Democratic organizations. Governor. Robert Grant Edmonds resident Robert Grant, who has been a deputy prosecutor for the last 10 years and a judge pro-tem in Edmonds and Everett Municipal Courts for the last four years, was the first to speak. This year, the state House and Senate approved Engrossed Senate Joint Resolution 8212 with overwhelming bipartisan votes of 96-1 and 45-3, respectively. Additionally, beginning on January 1, 2022, a 1.25% heavy equipment rental tax will be levied on heavy equipment rental, to be distributed evenly between the multimodal transportation account and the motor vehicle fund created by the legislation. Pellicciotti has never accepted corporate campaign donations and has led efforts to make the Legislature's records open for public view. Former Vice President Joe Biden has a long track record of public service. King County elections director Julie Wise described the release as "irresponsible" and "not even functioning." Mead is facing a challenge from Republican Brenda Carrington. Some of the hallmark policies of Biden's 2020 platform include supporting a public health care option and raising the minimum wage to $15 per hour, as well as making huge investments in low-income housing assistance and public transit and making community college free. Such property includes, but is not limited to, equipment such as earthmovers, dump trucks, and jackhammers. Snohomish County County Council District 4 Jared Mead* (D) 57,076. Schaper is strongly anti-choice and led a draconian "heartbeat" petition that would "require an ultrasound before an abortion" and includes provisions to "prohibit and criminalize abortion" in some cases. Additionally, she is rated "exceptionally well-qualified" by multiple minority bar associations, including the Washington Women Lawyers, the Loren Miller Bar Association, and the Veterans’ Bar Association of Washington. The House takes the first step toward overturning an election. She was motivated to run by her opposition to comprehensive sexual health education and gained attention by publishing a false and inflammatory voters' pamphlet statement attacking Reykdal. Harris also gained notice for her willingness to hold former U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions to account during Senate proceedings. Judge Position 6 Snohomish Superior Court Richard J. Thorpe (NP) Judge Position 7 Snohomish Superior Court George N. Bowden (NP) Judge Position 8 Snohomish Superior Court Eric Lucas (NP) Judge Position 10 Snohomish Superior Court Kenneth L. Cowsert (NP) Judge Position 11 Snohomish Superior Court Larry E. McKeeman (NP) Cassandra Lopez Shaw for Superior Court Judge. First elected to the Legislature in 2012, Tarleton has been a strong advocate for environmental causes such as Governor Jay Inslee's initiative to reduce carbon pollution. Required fields are marked *. Robert Grant is a judge pro tem, prosecutor, community leader, dad, and candidate for Snohomish County Superior Court Judge (Pos. Legislators passed ESSB 5323 this year, which prohibits the use of thin plastic bags at all retail establishments beginning on January 1, 2021. Pellicciotti has never accepted corporate campaign donations and has led efforts to make the Legislature's records open for public view. Prior to joining the Legislature, Peterson served on the Edmonds City Council for six years, where he proved to be a capable leader in Snohomish County. Thirty-eight municipalities throughout the state have already banned the use of thin bags in stores; bags for damp grocery items and produce bags are exempt from the ban. Cassandra’s exceptional Kuehl Pederson is running on a conservative platform that focuses on significantly increasing logging of state forests and rolling back protections for endangered species. In Olympia, Peterson had a hand in passing several important progressive bills. Do we really want government getting into the chip business? More recently, Reykdal has worked closely with Gov. Not authorized by any candidate or candidate's committee. He is the best choice for House Position 1. In his first term as superintendent, Reykdal has pushed the Legislature to fully fund K-12 education, increase teacher pay, and close the opportunity gap for students of color. In the state House, Reykdal had a strong progressive voting record and was a consistent champion for public schools. Cassandra Lopez-Shaw is running for Position 8 on the Snohomish County Superior Court. Cassandra Lopez-Shaw is running for Position 8 on the Snohomish County Superior Court. Lucas, the first African American to serve on the Snohomish County Superior Court, has endorsed Grant. Other Professional Experience. As the head of the Washington Department of Natural Resources (DNR), she has focused on protecting public lands, wildfire management, and climate action. Stephens is running unopposed this year and has earned your vote. Larsen's challenger is Republican and Navy veteran Timothy Hazelo, whose is running on a very conservative platform. Layoff: The removal of an employee from his/her position because of a reduction in force. professional qualifications, her unwavering moral compass and experience Ortiz-Self is the clear choice in this race. Maximum salary: Step 15, $86,958. On March 8, Snohomish County Superior Court Judge Jennifer R. Langbehn rejected a request from petitioners to obtain a court order compelling Fell to execute the duty to grant additional time to gather signatures. Address: 1402 3rd Ave, Suite 406. 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Montoya-Lewis was originally appointed to the state Supreme Court in December 2019 by Gov. Mario Lotmore has 915 posts and counting. Tarleton is challenging incumbent Republican Secretary of State Kim Wyman, who has faced a bumpy road during her time in office. If you would like to be considered for an endorsement, please contact our endorsements committee for an questionaire. By giving the state Investment Board the ability to invest the trust fund, more families in Washington will be able to receive funding for care, with a benefit of up to $36,500 indexed to inflation. Robert has my full endorsement.” – Prosecutor Adam Cornell In his interview with Fuse, Liias said he would use the bully pulpit of the office to connect with voters across the state about progressive issues, including fixing our upside-down tax code. Also in this race is far-right Republican Amy Schaper, who states that she is running to protect our borders, promote free-market solutions, and oppose civil rights like same-sex marriage. Meet your Superior Court judicial officers. The bill passed the Senate unanimously and through the House with a mixed majority, 53 to 44. He is the kind of values-minded, impartial leader we need on the Snohomish County Superior Court bench. Transcript income in … Snohomish County Council, District 4: Jared Mead Court of Appeals, Division 1, District 2, Judge Position 2: Linda Coburn Snohomish Superior Court Judge Position 4: Edirin Okoloko Judge Position 8: Robert Grant Judge Position 13: Jennifer Langbehn Judge Position 14: Paul W. Thompson As insurance commissioner, Kreidler has been a consistent advocate for consumers and patients in overseeing insurance companies in Washington. The detective novels got a rewrite in 1959. Four candidates are vying for Position 8 on Thurston County Superior Court in the Aug. 4 primary, hoping to fill a seat that will be left vacant by retiring Judge Anne Hirsch. He represented Delaware in the U.S. Senate from 1973 to 2009 and then served as President Barack Obama's vice president from 2009 to 2017. To that end, we are interested in receiving applications from candidates who are able to meet the minimum qualifications through a combination of experience, education and training. Coburn was appointed to serve on the Washington State Minority and Justice Commission by the state Supreme Court in 2015. known as an energetic, creative, and compassionate lawyer and community leader, Superior Court contest: Position 8 is between attorney Cassandra Lopez Shaw and Deputy Prosecutor Robert Grant. and rated Exceptionally Well Qualified by the Loren Miller Bar Association. Legal/Judicial Experience. She was appointed to the Supreme Court this April by Gov. Robert is the only candidate in this race with judicial experience. Lucas is not seeking reelection. Insurance Commissioner Mike Kreidler has spent his entire career serving the people of Washington. You are viewing content from a previous election (November 3rd, 2020). Judge ProTem serving Edmonds and Everett Municipal Courts; Snohomish County Deputy Prosecutor for over a decade after serving as a law clerk in Snohomish County Superior Court. Position 8. Some of Ferguson's biggest accomplishments from the past few years include safeguarding consumer medical data, protecting statewide water quality from Trump's erosive environmental policies, and fighting back against the Trump administration's child detention laws. Carrington, who has a background in construction and interior design businesses, unfortunately does not have a website or detailed campaign platform available as of mid-September. Reykdal is facing former Republican legislative candidate Maia Espinoza. Rep. Ortiz-Self has been a member of the state’s Educational Opportunity Gap Oversight and Accountability Committee for more than six years. Before a successful career In addition, he wants to use his role as chair of the Law & Justice and Human Services Committee to rethink policing and make sure everyone feels safe. The Fuse Progressive Voters Guide compiles the information that allows you to make informed decisions about the races on your ballot, based on your values. Chief Justice Debra L. Stephens was first appointed to the state Supreme Court in 2008 by Gov. Snohomish Superior Court Judge Position 8 The Superior Court is the court of general jurisdiction in the state judicial system. Christine Gregoire after many years of public service and was unanimously elected by her colleagues in 2019 to serve as the 57th Chief Justice of the state's highest court. FIRE DISTRICT 26 Proposition No. He recently questioned whether the wildfires that have ravaged the region are climate-related. He is running to roll back the recently passed comprehensive sex-ed legislation and Gov. Paid-Status Time: All time during which an employee accrues entitlement to receipt of salary. She wants to improve digital security and increase funding for county auditors to protect local elections from hacking attempts in the wake of the 2016 election. In 2016, incumbent Jim McIntire retired, leaving the seat open. Liias has earned more support from our Progressive Voters Guide partner organizations. Snohomish County Elected Officials “Robert is a champion for justice in our community and highly skilled at applying the law in a thoughtful, effective, and appropriate way. He also voted for the Voting Rights Advancement Act, supported the coronavirus pandemic relief packages, and sought to reform student loans. Jay Inslee. Vote to "Approve" ESJR 8212 to make a smart investment in the health of Washingtonians! Return your ballot by mail or to a dropbox by November 3, then share this guide with your family and friends! In addition, Wyman was slow to support the Washington Voting Rights Act, same-day voter registration, and postage-paid ballots. 1 - Property Tax Levy for Fire Protection and Emergency Medical Services Customizing the Progressive Voters Guide for your location... State and local candidates paid for by Fuse Votes. Was it a needed scrubbing or a sign of cancel culture? Snohomish County Superior Court Position 8. Washington Auditor Pat McCarthy has been a consistent advocate for government transparency and accountability during her first term in office. hard look at our own institution to eradicate discriminatory practices: https://snohomishcountywa.gov/DocumentCenter/View/74430/Snohomish-County-Superior-Court-letter-to-the-community?bidId=. Democratic Rep. Strom Peterson is running for re-election to represent the 21st Legislative District, House Position 1. Cassandra Lopez-Shaw Lopez-Shaw has practiced trial law in Washington for the last 17 years with both private firms and public organizations. Justice Raquel Montoya-Lewis is running to retain Position 3 on the Washington State Supreme Court. Attorney General Bob Ferguson's accomplishments during his two terms in office are impressive. She is a counselor in the Everett School District, and an active member of the community, focusing on childhood education and strengthening health services through numerous community organizations. 55.5% Robert Grant 165,931. As former Snohomish County Superior Court judges with a collective 100 years of experience on the bench, we care deeply about the quality of the jurist who is given the honor and responsibility of serving this community. If approved by voters this November, ESJR 8212 would give the Washington State Investment Board more options to responsibly manage Washington's Long-Term Care Trust Fund in order to ensure every elderly Washingtonian can rely on and afford the long-term care services they need, when they need them. circumstances make her the clear choice for voters. Lucas, the first African American to serve on the Snohomish County Superior Court, has endorsed Grant. In addition, he forced insurance companies to allow consumers to access other health providers if they did not have an in-network option for testing. Senate Bill 6492 builds on the 2019 legislation by establishing the seventeen-member board, which will be filled by business leaders, students, labor leaders, and others to provide guidance to the Legislature on which workforce education priorities should be paid for by the fund. The damage that Trump and his administration have done to the public and to our democratic systems will take decades to reverse. Raquel Montoya-Lewis deserves your vote in this race. Inslee has established himself as a national leader on fighting climate change. school. He has sued the Trump administration 80 times as of late September and won all but one completed case. 44th Legislative District PO Box 14 Snohomish, WA 98291-0014 ©2017 44th Legislative District Democrats Design by ChimpStudio. Progress means voting in every race and every issue. His past legislation includes a ban on the inhumane practice of conversion therapy. Kreidler set up one of the first and most effective Affordable Care Act exchanges in the country, helping expand access to health care for hundreds of thousands of Washingtonians. As the Democratic Senate floor leader, Liias has led the fight on LGBTQ+ equality and created a student loan bill of rights. This year, Peterson sponsored legislation to prevent the solitary confinement of incarcerated youth in all but extreme cases. Franz has the experience we need to guide and protect our state from increasingly dangerous fire seasons and the rising threat of climate inaction. Larson was heavily supported by corporate PACs in his previous campaign and he espouses a conservative judicial philosophy focused on a narrow interpretation of the law. Whitener is the clear choice for State Supreme Court Justice, Position 6. Employer: The Snohomish County Superior Court. Become a Member Join Now; Donation. Peterson is running against Republican Brian Thompson, who runs a fire protection engineering consultancy. She would also expand audits of the state and local systems to identify any weaknesses that could be exploited. Promotion: The change of an employee from a position in one classification to a position in Cassandra Lopez-Shaw is the best choice for Snohomish County Superior Court, Position 8. She was appointed to the Supreme Court this April by Gov. The following is a transcript of the three-minute statements read by challenger Anna Alexander and incumbent Edirin Okoloko, running for Snohomish County Superior Court Position 7, … her grit and determination: As her husband was a deployed marine serving in In Congress, Heck has fought to make college more affordable, lower health care costs, ensure veterans get the benefits they deserve, and create middle-class jobs. Cassandra Lopez-Shaw is running for Position 8 on the Snohomish County Superior Court. Governor Jay Inslee has been a strong, principled leader on the important challenges facing Washington. Top 5 contributors: WA State Council of Firefighters Support Team (FAST PAC), New Directions PAC, SEIU 775 Quality Care Committee, Justice for All PAC, Our Votes Count; Top 3 PAC contributors: SEIU, Washington Education Association, and SEIU Healthcare 1199NW. However, the current B&O tax rate of 0.2904% violates the World Trade Organization's rules. However, some progressives have expressed concern about a decision she wrote recently where she sided against nurses who had been deprived of guaranteed workplace protections. Lopez-Shaw has practiced trial law in Washington for the last 17 years with both private firms and public organizations. Heck has had a long, effective career in both the private and public sectors, most notably as a five-term state representative, House majority leader, chief of staff to former Gov. McCarthy is the best choice in this race. State Senate Floor Leader Marko Liias was first elected to the Mukilteo City Council in 2005 before being appointed to the state House in 2007 and finally the state Senate in 2014. Jay Inslee. Beginning salary: Step 1, $61,535, to Step 8, $73,153, depending on experience and qualifications. With the support of the aerospace industry, the Legislature repealed the preferential B&O tax for the aerospace industry and brought it back to the regular rate of 0.357%. She was appointed to the Supreme Court this April by Gov. Recently, Inslee has been a national leader in fighting the COVID-19 pandemic. She spent a decade serving students on the school board and mentored at-risk high school students as well as students at Gonzaga University. As a Judge and former colleague, I strongly recommend Cassandra Lopez Shaw for Superior Court Judge. She has had a variety of trial experiences in her career from working as a Snohomish County public defender to being a law clerk for both Judge Dwyer of the Court of Appeals and Judge Bowden of the Snohomish County Superior Court. Some of the worst moments of his presidency include a catastrophic national coronavirus response, separating thousands of children from parents and locking them in cages, eliminating critical environmental protections on our air and water, stripping healthcare protections for millions, and ramming through a dangerous, conservative Supreme Court nominee to rig the nation's highest court in his favor. … Given the statewide threat and impact of wildfires with recent record-setting fire seasons, she has also worked on a 20-year forest health plan and a 10-year fire protection plan. Associate Chief Justice Charles W. Johnson is running to retain his seat in Position 4 of the Washington State Supreme Court. Snohomish Superior Court - Judge Position 8 - County Results. Since joining the House in 2009, Rep. Ortiz-Self has emerged as a progressive champion for improving the health and well-being of youth and families across Washington. Total He states that he wants to model the office of the insurance commissioner based on a hybrid of the Ronald Reagan and Thomas Jefferson administrations. 65.9% Brenda Carrington (R) 29,581. The Legislature originally passed this controversial tax break to incentivize Boeing to keep jobs in the state, though some progressives have since said they regret their vote. 44.1% Fire District 26 - Proposition 1 Emergency medical services property tax levy. Democrats can choose to compromise or continue dividing the country. Prior to her appointment, she served on the Pierce County Superior Court, the Pierce County District Court a Pro Tem judge, and the City of Tacoma Municipal Court, after working for 14 years as a prosecutor and defense attorney.
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