The primary election is August 1.
If you live in Seattle, you may have 2 ways to participate:
1. Donate your Democracy Vouchers
2. Vote!
To help with both, we sent questionnaires to candidates for Seattle City Council to find out their thoughts on inclusion, childcare, housing stability, safety and other issues of concern to people with disabilities and their families.
We also sent out questionnaires to King County Council candidates. You can find responses here.
Ten candidates responded. Links to responses are below. We also excerpted what they had to say about inclusion.
Not sure what voting district you are in?
Serving SODO, Georgetown, South Park, White Center, and West Seattle neighborhoods. Eight candidates are running; 4 answered our questionnaire.
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Lucy Barefoot
Questionnaire response (none yet)
Contact: electlucy.seattlecitycouncil1@gmail.com
Website: https://www.electlucyforseattlecouncil1.com
Election pamphlet bio
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Stephen Brown
Contact: info@votestephenbrown.com
Website: www.votestephenbrown.com
Election pamphlet bio
How I define inclusion: “Reasonable universal access to all of life's richness for people of all abilities.”
Yes, I have direct experience with disability
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Jean Iannelli Craciun
Contact: info@jeanforseattlecitycouncil.com
Website: www.jeanforseattlecitycouncil.com
Election pamphlet bio
How I define inclusion: “Where everyone is welcome to ‘Come as you are’ … that’s actually our tagline for the campaign! Our proclivities are our strengths and the status quo is not the norm. We strive for change at every level of our cities, states and national government. I am a DEI expert and to me it sounds like liberty and justice for all. This promise has not been realized for everyone. Our work continues with purpose. “
Yes, I have direct experience with disability
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Rob Saka
Contact: info@voterobsaka.com
Website: www.voterobsaka.com
Election pamphlet bio
How I define inclusion:: “I believe inclusion is at the core of building a vibrant and equitable city for all residents. To me, inclusion means creating an environment where every individual feels valued, respected, and has equal opportunities to thrive, regardless of their background, identity, or circumstances.”
No, I do not have direct experience with disability
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Preston Anderson
Contact: info@prestonforseattle.com
Website: www.prestonforseattle.com
Election pamphlet bio
How I define inclusion: “Inclusion as I understand it means ensuring all opportunities for engaging in society -- economically, socially, and culturally -- are accessible across all abilities and unique identities.”
No, I do not have direct experience with disability
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Maren Costa
Questionnaire response (none yet)
Contact: There is a form on her website
Website: marenforseattle.org
Election pamphlet bio
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Mia Jacobson
Questionnaire response (none yet)
Contact: miaj.mi@gmail.com
Website: www.celebrated1.com
Election pamphlet bio
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Phil Tavel
Questionnaire response (none yet)
Contact: tavelforseattle@gmail.com
Website: www.TavelforSeattle.com
Election pamphlet bio
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Seattle District 2 map
Serving Mount Baker, Beacon Hill, Columbia City, Holly Park, Othello, Brighton, Dunlap, and Rainier Beach and Rainer View neighborhoods. Three candidates are running; none answered our questionnaire.
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Tammy J. Morales
Questionnaire response (none yet)
Contact: info@votefortammy.com
Website: www.votefortammy.com
Election pamphlet bio
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Tanya Woo
Questionnaire response (none yet)
Contact: info@votetanyawoo.com
Website: www.votetanyawoo.com
Election pamphlet bio
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Margaret Elisabeth
Questionnaire response (none yet)
Contact: MargaretforSeattle@gmail.com
Website: www.MargaretForSeattle.com
Election pamphlet bio
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Seattle District 3 map
Serving First Hill, Capitol Hill, Eastlake, Montlake, Madison Park, Leschi, and the Central District neighborhoods. Eight candidates are running; one answered our questionnaire.
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Alex Cooley
Contact: info@CooleyForCouncil.com
Website: www.CooleyForCouncil.com
Election pamphlet bio
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Bobby Goodwin
Questionnaire response (none yet)
Contact: campaign@goodwinforseattle.com
Website: www.goodwinforseattle.com
Election pamphlet bio
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Ry Armstrong
Contact: hello@vote4ry.com
Website: www.vote4ry.com
Election pamphlet bio
How I define inclusion: “Inclusion goes beyond mere tolerance or acceptance. It requires actively embracing and celebrating diversity in all its forms, including race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, disability, and more. It means recognizing and appreciating the unique perspectives, experiences, and contributions that each individual brings to the table.
"At its core, inclusion is about creating environments, policies, and systems that promote equity, fairness, and justice. It involves breaking down barriers and addressing systemic inequalities that prevent certain groups from fully participating and accessing opportunities. It also means actively dismantling biases, prejudices, and discrimination that marginalize individuals and perpetuate social exclusion.”
No, I do not have direct experience with disability
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Shobhit Agarwal
Questionnaire response (none yet)
Contact: shobhit_agarwal@yahoo.com
Website: www.voteforshobhit.com
Election pamphlet bio
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Joy Hollingsworth
Questionnaire response (none yet)
Contact: joyforseattle@gmail.com
Website: www.joyforseattle.com
Election pamphlet bio
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Andrew Ashiofu
Questionnaire response (none yet)
Contact: info@andrewforseattle.com
Website: www.andrewforseattle.com
Election pamphlet bio
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Alex Hudson
Questionnaire response (none yet)
Contact: info@alexforseattle.com
Website: www.alexforseattle.com
Election pamphlet bio
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Efrain Hudnell
Questionnaire response (none yet)
Contact: info@electefrain.com
Website: www.electefrain.com
Election pamphlet bio
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Seattle District 4 map
Serving Wallingford, University Village, Laurelhurst, Sand Point, View Ridge, Roosevelt, and Ravenna, neighborhoods. Four candidates are running; one answered our questionnaire.
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Ron Davis
Contact: info@seattle4ron.com
Website: www.seattle4ron.com
Election pamphlet bio
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Ken Wilson
Questionnaire response (none yet)
Contact: Info@KenForCouncil4.com
Website: www.KenForCouncil4.com
Election pamphlet bio
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Maritza Rivera
Questionnaire response (none yet)
Contact: maritza@maritzaforseattle.com
Website: www.maritzaforseattle.com
Election pamphlet bio
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George Artem
Contact: info@georgeartem.com
Website: www.georgeartem.com
Election pamphlet bio
How I define inclusion: “In this context "inclusion" is a set of policies that are focused on providing equal access to resources and opportunities to people who might otherwise be excluded or marginalized, whether on the basis of sexual orientation, race or disability.”
Yes, I have direct experience with disability
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Seattle District 5 map
Serving Blue Ridge, Broadview, Bitter Lake, Haller Lake, Licton Springs, Maple Leaf, Northgate, Pinehurst, and Lake City neighborhoods. Ten candidates are running; one answered our questionnaire.
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Shane Macomber
Questionnaire response (none yet)
Contact: communications@shaneforseattle.com
Website: www.shaneforseattle.com
Election pamphlet bio
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ChrisTiana ObeySumner
Questionnaire response (none yet)
Contact: info@votechristiana.com
Website: www.votechristiana.com
Election pamphlet bio
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Justin Simmons
Questionnaire response (none yet)
Contact: Campaign@simmonsforseattle.com
Website: www.Simmonsforseattle.com
Election pamphlet bio
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Rebecca Williamson
Questionnaire response (none yet)
Contact: swpseattle@gmail.com
Website: www.themilitant.com
Election pamphlet bio
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Nilu Jenks
Questionnaire response (none yet)
Contact: info@neighborsfornilu.org
Website: www.neighborsfornilu.org
Election pamphlet bio
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Boegart Bibby
Questionnaire response (none yet)
Contact: teambibby@votebibby.org
Website: www.votebibby.org
Election pamphlet bio
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Cathy Moore
Questionnaire response (none yet)
Contact: info@cathymoore.net
Website: www.cathymoore.net
Election pamphlet bio
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Lucca Murdoch Howard
Questionnaire response (none yet)
Contact: lmurdochhowardd5@gmail.com
Website: www.lucca4district5.com/
Election pamphlet bio
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Bobby J. Tucker
Questionnaire response (none yet)
Contact: bobby.j.tucckerdistric5@gmail.com
Website:
Election pamphlet bio
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Tye Reed
Reed questionnaire response
Contact: info@tyeforfive.com
Website: www.tyeforfive.com
Election pamphlet bio
How I define inclusion: “As a queer Black woman I've found that being included in privileged spaces doesn't always mean I feel that I belong, and the same can be said for most marginalized people. Inclusion has usually meant ticking off the right boxes and highlighting my presence as a bonus for whatever institution I'm working with at the moment while actively having my concerns silenced. Belonging, on the other hand, brings a sense of mental comfort that allows a person to come to those same spaces as their full selves.”
Yes, I have direct experience with disability
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Seattle District 6 map
Serving the west Magnolia, Ballard, Loyal Heights, Fremont, Phinney Ridge, and Green Lake neighborhoods. Six candidates are running; none answered our questionnaire.
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Dan Strauss
Questionnaire response (none yet)
Contact: ballard206@gmail.com
Website: www.D6danstrauss.org
Election pamphlet bio
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Shea Wilson
Questionnaire response (none yet)
Contact: info@votesheawilson.com
Website: www.votesheawilson.com
Election pamphlet bio
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Pete Hanning
Questionnaire response (none yet)
Contact: info@votepeteford6.org
Website: www.votepeteford6.org
Election pamphlet bio
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Victoria Palmer
Questionnaire response (none yet)
Contact: VictoriaForSeattle@gmail.com
Website: www.VictoriaForSeattle.com
Election pamphlet bio
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Dale Kutzera
Questionnaire response (none yet)
Contact: Info@Dale4District6.com
Website: www.Dale4District6.com
Election pamphlet bio
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Jon Lisbin
Questionnaire response (none yet)
Contact: elect@jonlisbin.com
Website: www.jonlisbin.com
Election pamphlet bio
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Seattle District 7 map
Serving East Magnolia, Queen Anne, South Lake Union, Belltown, and Downtown neighborhoods. Six candidates are running; one answered our questionnaire.
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Andrew J. Lewis
Contact: lewisforseattle@gmail.com
Website: www.lewisforseattle.com
Election pamphlet bio
What inclusion means to me: “In the context of my job, scrutinizing government policies to make sure there is equitable access to services and programming, and barriers are broken down that prevent groups from accessing those programs and services who might otherwise be marginalized.”
No, I do not have direct experience with disability
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Aaron Marshall
Questionnaire response (none yet)
Contact: AaronMarshallfordistrict7@outlook.com
Website: www.marshallforseattle.com
Election pamphlet bio
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Olga Sagan
Questionnaire response (none yet)
Contact: info@olgaforseattle.com
Website: www.olgaforseattle.com
Election pamphlet bio
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Wade Sowders
Questionnaire response (none yet)
Contact: wade@wadeforseattle.com
Website: www.wadeforseattle.com
Election pamphlet bio
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Bob Kettle
Questionnaire response (none yet)
Contact: info@kettleforseattle.com
Website: www.kettleforseattle.com
Election pamphlet bio
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Isabelle Kerner
Questionnaire response (none yet)
Contact: isabelle@kernerforcouncil.com
Website: www.kernerforcouncil.com
Election pamphlet bio
