32nd Legislative District
"*" = incumbent
State House Position 1 | State House Position 2 |
State House, Position 1
Name: Patty Butler
Office sought: state House, position 1
Party: Democrat
Campaign address:
19540 Fremont Ave. N.
Shoreline, WA 98113
Campaign phone: 206-542-9268
Fax number: 206-542-9268
E-mail: PJBB@aol.com
Birthdate: 3-20-52
Occupation: retail, Herbfarm, Fall City
Education: attended Shoreline Community College
Political history: King County Democratic State Committee, 1994
candidate, Shoreline City Council, 1995
Family: spouse: Pat; children: Gerry, 19; Burke, 16; Cameron, 13
Endorsements:
King County Democratic Central Committee, Washington State NOW, King County Women's Poltical Caucus, Washington State Labor Council
Why are you running for this office?
I grew up in the 32nd District and have been actively involved in several community activities, as well as leadership roles. I live the issues and concerns of the people of our district in my own, everyday life.
What will be your top three priorities if elected?
1. full funding and enhancement of basic education
2. liveable wages for families; accessible, affordable health care
3. public safety with additional funding for cooperative community policing
Name: James "Jim" Shea
Office sought: state House, position 1
Party: Republican
Campaign address:
PO Box 55636
Seattle, WA 98155-0636
Campaign phone: 206-367-8939
Birthdate: 1-20-63
Occupation: sales rep with Food Services of America
Education: graduate, Columbia School of Broadcast
Political history: precinct committee officer
Family: spouse: Marla
Endorsements: Human Life PAC
Why are you running for this office?
I am a former business owner and bring a common-sense approach to politics. I can represent the various interests throughout the 32nd District by tying together the needs of all the citizens.
What will be your top three priorities if elected?
1. to hold if not cut taxes
2. to work for determinate sentencing of criminals
3. to ensure that students receive an excellent education
State House, Position 2
Name: Grace Cole *
Office sought: state House, position 2
Party: Democrat
Campaign address:
3026 N.E. 163rd St.
Seattle, WA 98155
Campaign phone: 206-362-7409
Birthdate: 11-9-26
Occupation: legislator
Education: BS, Oregon State University, 1949
Political history: State Representative, 13 years
Shoreline School Board, 14 years
Family: spouse: Carl; children: Ron, Randy, Bryan, David; grandchildren: Riley, Jordan, Carly, Lucas
Endorsements:
Children's Campaign Fund, Washington Conservation Voters, National Abortion/Reproductive Rights Action League, Washington State Council of Police Officers
Why are you running for this office?
I have been an effective legislator, and my experience
as a legislator, school board member and community activist
makes me more effective than most state House of Representative
members, many of whom have served only one term.
What will be your top three priorities if elected?
1. continue our state education reform
2. amend Juvenile Justice Act: hold youths responsible, more early intervention
3. ensure that state response to federal welfare reform protects children
Name: Norine Federow
Office sought: state House, position 2
Party: Republican
Campaign phone: 542-1035
Birthdate: 9-19-45
Occupation: community activist, animal rescuer
Education: attended Wright College, Illinois
Political history: campaign worker
Family: spouse: Harold; children: Ariel, 13; Mariah, 9
Endorsements:
I will not at this time list my endorsements because I am running against an incumbent and do not want to hurt their relationship with her.
Why are you running for this office?
I am against Goals 2000. Other states, like Virginia, are very unhappy with the reforms. My opponent has voted for all the new education restructuring. She has a right to her opinion, however, I disagree with it and want to give people a choice.
What will be your top three priorities if elected?
1. traditional academic curriculums
2. lower property taxes
3. laws that anyone can understand
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