Congressional races

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District 5

Name: George R. Nethercutt, Jr. *

Office sought: U.S. House of Representatives, District 5

Party: Republican

Campaign phone: 509-747-7737

Birthdate: 10/7/44

Occupation: U.S. representative

Education: J.D., Gonzaga University; B.A., Washington State University

Political history: chairman, Spokane County Republican Party

Family: spouse: Mary Beth; children: Meredith 16; Elliott, 12.

Endorsements: U.S. Chamber of Commerce

Why are you running for this office?

To build on the progress already made and remain accessible.

What will be your top three priorities if elected?

1. balanced budget amendment
2. support stronger, safer families by fighting drugs and violent crime
3. stop illegal immigration, strengthen English as our common language, reinforce our American heritage

Name: Judy Olson

Office sought: U.S. House of Representatives, District 5

Party: Democrat

Campaign phone: 509-635-1448

Birthdate: 4/14/46

Occupation: fourth-generation farmer

Education: three years college

Family: spouse: Rich; children: Andrew, Jeffery, Jon

Endorsements: Washington Federation of State Employees, Aerospace Machinists, Washington State Labor Council, National Women's Political Caucus

Why are you running for this office?

I am running because the incumbent has failed to represent the hard-working, middle-class families of this district and has failed to fight for their interests in Congress.

What will be your top three priorities if elected?

1. a strong, resource-based economy that is the backbone of our region
2. provide economic opportunity through affordable, accessible education
3. balance budget in a manner fair to middle-class families and the region