Over the last 4 years, I have tried to focus on getting results for the people of Edmonds. From Lake Ballinger to economic development, from engaging churches on homeless shelters to re-shaping the way we provide services, what counts for me is what works.
I am a pragmatic progressive on our Council. It’s the kind of thing you know about me if you know that I have had a payroll of up to 25 employees, that I’m a former political science teacher, or that I have two busy children at home. Politics today is about balancing one’s vision for the community with the reality of the economic climate today.
That approach to policy making has worked well for Edmonds – at least according to some people. Which kinds of people, you ask? I’d say those that value solutions over sound bites, regardless of party.
Like US Rep. Jay Inslee, Democratic candidate for governor, and Rep. Mike Hope, Republican candidate for Snohomish County Executive. Both are supporting me this year.
Or, environmentalists like the Washington Conservation Voters – along with builders like the Affordable Housing Council.
Labor groups like SEIU 775NW or the Edmonds Police Officers Association – along with business groups like the Washington Realtors.
I am very proud of the broad base of support I’ve received this year in my campaign for re-election. It’s been an honor to serve in elected office, an honor to be endorsed by these groups, and it’d be an honor to have your vote this November.
