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Name: Ian Elliot
Office sought: state Senate
Party: Republican
Campaign address:
Committee to Elect Ian Elliot
6231 N.E. 137th St.
Kirkland, WA 98034
Campaign phone: 206-823-2674
Fax number: 206-820-7103
E-mail: elliot96@accessone.com
Birthdate: 10-8-45
Occupation: economic development, land use consultant
Education: B.S., civil engineering, Oregon State University
Military service: Army Reserve, discharged 1974
Political history: state Representative, 1995-present
Family: spouse: Sandra; children: Crystal, 17; Marion, 13
Endorsements:
Washington Dental Association, Washington Forest Protection Association, National Federation of Independent Businesses, Washington Taxpayers Association
Why are you running for this office?
The momentum has swung in the direction of personal accountability. We need to make the necessary policy changes to encourage that type of behavior, as well as minimizing the role of government in the everday lives of citizens.
What will be your top three priorities if elected?
1. public safety, especially the epidemic of juvenile crime
2. education: regain the public trust
3. taxes: stay within Initiative 601 limits, uniform property tax relief
Name: Rosemary McAuliffe *
Office sought: state Senate
Party: Democrat
Campaign address:
P.O. Box 224
Bothell, WA 98041
Campaign phone: 206-481-7858
Fax number: 206-486-3120
E-mail: McAuliffe1@aol.com
Birthdate: 8-1-40
Occupation: small business owner
Education: B.S., registered nurse
Political history: Northshore School Board, 1977-1991; state Senate, 1993-present
Family: spouse: James; children: Jamie, Michael, John, Tony, Dan; grandchildren: Michael, McKenzie, Madison, Layne, Vaughn, Clayton
Endorsements:
Aerospace Machinists, National Abortion/Reproductive Rights Action League, Sierra Club Political Action Committee, Washington Education Association PAC
Why are you running for this office?
To represent the people, families and businesses in my district and maintain the quality of life we value.
What will be your top three priorities if elected?
1. quality education for all children in our K-12 public schools
2. spending tax dollars wisely
3. strong economic growth along with a clean environment
State House position 1
Name: Al O'Brien
Office sought: state House, position 1
Party: Democrat
Campaign address:
P.O. Box 198
Mountlake Terrace, WA 98043
Campaign phone: 206-771-2141
Fax number: 206-672-8018 (call first)
E-mail: obcomm@accessone.com
Birthdate: 12-25-43
Occupation: retired Seattle police sergeant; adjunct faculty member, City University
Education: B.A. sociology, Seattle University, 1974
M.A. public administration, Seattle University, 1976
Military service: U.S. Marine Corps, warrant officer; Vietnam combat veteran
Political history: Mountlake Terrace City
Councilman, two terms
Endorsements:
Washington State Council of Police Officers, Seattle Police Officers' Guild,
Washington Education Association PAC, Northshore Education Association.
Why are you running for this office?
I want to continue to work for the public and share my life experience. With my broad background, I have a strong understanding of our society and its needs. This is knowledge that can be used in the Legislature.
What will be your top three priorities if elected?
1. education
2. economic development
3. transporation/infrastructure
Name: Tim Olsen
Office sought: state House, position 1
Party: Republican
Campaign address:
P.O. Box 2133
Bothell, WA 98041
Campaign phone: 206-483-3420
Fax number: 206-806-9142
Birthdate: 2-24-65
Occupation: self-employed, heating contractor
Education: some college
Political history:
Family: spouse: Cindy
Endorsements:
Washington State Association of Realtors, Human Life PAC, IMPAC
Why are you running for this office?
I am a small business owner frustrated with taxes and regulations on businesses. I would like to reduce the size of government and hold government accountable by conducting performance audits.
What will be your top three priorities if elected?
1. welfare: state Department of Social and Health Services reform
2. education: return power to local school districts and parents
3. lower taxes
State House Position 2
Name: Judy Janes
Office sought: state House, position 2
Party: Democrat
Campaign address:
Friends of Judy Janes
P.O. Box 1393
Lynnwood, WA. 98046-1393
Campaign phone: 206-776-8767
Fax number: 206-774-7796
E-mail: janes@candidate.net
World Wide Web URL: http://www.candidate.net/janes
Birthdate: 5-10-46
Occupation: co-owner, J3 Systems, Inc., marine repair
Education: high school, community college
Political history: Edmonds School Board, 1987-present
Family: spouse: Douglas; children: Dawnelle, Steve and Charles, all adults; grandchild: Holly, 4
Endorsements:
Washington State Labor Council, Cascade Uniserve Council, Washington Education Association, National Abortion/Reproductive Rights Action League
Why are you running for this office?
I have been frustrated with the slow movement of state government and feel I have the experience, responsibility and common sense to move forward.
What will be your top three priorities if elected?
1. education
2. health care
3. transportation
Name: Mike Sherstad *
Office sought: state House, Position 2
Party: Republican
Campaign address:
Elect Mike Sherstad Committee
P.O. Box 82915
Kenmore, WA 98028
Campaign phone: 206-823-5088
Fax number: 206-823-5088
E-mail: repmms@aol.com
Birthdate: 5-18-65
Occupation: builder of wheelchair accessible homes
Education: three years economics, University of Washington
Political history: state Representative, 1995-present
Family: spouse: Dana; children: Danika, 5; Savanna, 1
Endorsements:
Affordable Housing Council, Association of Realtors, Washington State Medical Association, Washington Health Care Association.
Why are you running for this office?
To promote individual liberty, limited government and a free market system.
What will be your top three priorities if elected?
1. education reform
2. lower spending/taxes
3. juvenile justice reform
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