Election 2022

Rep. Kim Schrier, D-Wash., talks with officials from the Issaquah Police Dept., Tuesday, Aug. 2, 2022, at a community event on Election Day in Issaquah, Wash., east of Seattle. Schrier, who represents Washington state's 8th Congressional District, is facing a number of Republican challengers, including Jesse Jensen, Reagan Dunn, and Matt Larkin. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

Editorial: Schrier has built a record of success for 8th

Schrier has a record of working for practical solutions and will represent the eastern county well.

Rep. Kim Schrier, D-Wash., talks with officials from the Issaquah Police Dept., Tuesday, Aug. 2, 2022, at a community event on Election Day in Issaquah, Wash., east of Seattle. Schrier, who represents Washington state's 8th Congressional District, is facing a number of Republican challengers, including Jesse Jensen, Reagan Dunn, and Matt Larkin. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)
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Lake Stevens, Stanwood sales tax measures on ballot

The two-tenths of a percent sales taxes would go to maintain streets, sidewalks and more.

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Washington Secretary of State Steve Hobbs, right, a Democrat, and Pierce County Auditor Julie Anderson, left, running as a nonpartisan, take part in a debate, Wednesday, Aug. 17, 2022, in Olympia, Wash., with Melissa Santos, center, of Axios Local, moderating. Hobbs and Anderson are seeking to fill the remaining two years of the term of Republican Secretary of State Kim Wyman, who left to take a key election security job in the Biden administration. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

Should state’s top election official run under party banner?

Democrat Steve Hobbs and Julie Anderson, a nonpartisan candidate, are vying to be Washington’s secretary of state.

Washington Secretary of State Steve Hobbs, right, a Democrat, and Pierce County Auditor Julie Anderson, left, running as a nonpartisan, take part in a debate, Wednesday, Aug. 17, 2022, in Olympia, Wash., with Melissa Santos, center, of Axios Local, moderating. Hobbs and Anderson are seeking to fill the remaining two years of the term of Republican Secretary of State Kim Wyman, who left to take a key election security job in the Biden administration. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)
House Transportation Subcommittee Chairman Rep. Rick Larsen, D-Wash., speaks during a hearing on Capitol Hill in Washington, Wednesday, May 15, 2019, on the status of the Boeing 737 MAX aircraft.(AP Photo/Susan Walsh)

Editorial: Larsen best choice for large, diverse 2nd District

U.S. Rep. Larsen’s two decades of service have informed and prepared him to serve a changing district.

House Transportation Subcommittee Chairman Rep. Rick Larsen, D-Wash., speaks during a hearing on Capitol Hill in Washington, Wednesday, May 15, 2019, on the status of the Boeing 737 MAX aircraft.(AP Photo/Susan Walsh)
A firefighter with Sky Valley Fire sprays water on a hotspot Wednesday, Sept. 14, 2022, along U.S. 2 as the Bolt Creek fire continues to burn between Index and Skykomish. (Peter Mongillo / Snohomish Regional Fire and Rescue)

Editorial: County’s new district needs experienced lawmakers

The 12th Legislative District race introduces new but veteran lawmakers to Snohomish County.

A firefighter with Sky Valley Fire sprays water on a hotspot Wednesday, Sept. 14, 2022, along U.S. 2 as the Bolt Creek fire continues to burn between Index and Skykomish. (Peter Mongillo / Snohomish Regional Fire and Rescue)
Dave Paul, left, and Karen Lesetmoe.

Housing, abortion, more divide House candidates in state’s 10th District

In the swing district’s Position 2, Republican challenger Karen Lesetmoe took 45.6% in the primary against incumbent Dave Paul.

Dave Paul, left, and Karen Lesetmoe.
Clyde Shavers, left, and Greg Gilday.

In Whidbey swing district, Democratic challenger aims to repeat primary win

Incumbent Greg Gilday and Clyde Shavers are in a tight, heated race for state House to serve Whidbey, Camano and the Stanwood area.

Clyde Shavers, left, and Greg Gilday.
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The wait is over: Voters set to receive general election ballots

Snohomish County voters will decide on state and federal offices, funding for schools in Monroe, and roads in Lake Stevens and Stanwood.

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Jake Shimabukuro, a renowned ukulele player, shows students how to strum an open chord with one hand at Frank Wagner Elementary on Monday, Oct. 14, 2019 in Monroe, Wash. The school started a ukulele program last year and recently got grant money for new instruments. (Andy Bronson / The Herald)

Editorial: After addressing turmoil, Monroe schools seek levy

Voters should consider changes in leadership the district has undertaken as it seeks to avoid cuts.

Jake Shimabukuro, a renowned ukulele player, shows students how to strum an open chord with one hand at Frank Wagner Elementary on Monday, Oct. 14, 2019 in Monroe, Wash. The school started a ukulele program last year and recently got grant money for new instruments. (Andy Bronson / The Herald)
Brett Rogers, left, and Jason Cummings.

Career prosecutor v. Seattle ex-cop in race for county’s top attorney

Voters will decide between Democrat Jason Cummings and Republican Brett Rogers in the race for Snohomish County prosecutor.

Brett Rogers, left, and Jason Cummings.
Top row from left: Julio Cortes, Gary Kemp and Mary Fosse. Bottom row from left: Mark James, Bernard Moody and June Robinson.

Housing, economy, crime loom large in 38th District races

Two state House seats and one Senate seat are up for grabs in the 38th, which covers Everett, Tulalip and parts of Marysville.

Top row from left: Julio Cortes, Gary Kemp and Mary Fosse. Bottom row from left: Mark James, Bernard Moody and June Robinson.
State Representative Robert Sutherland, left, gives a thumbs-up to passing drivers as he and a few volunteers wave flags and campaign signs along the side of State Route 9 on July 22, in Lake Stevens. Sam Low, right, talks with seniors on July 20 in Lake Stevens. (Sutherland photo by Ryan Berry / The Herald, Low photo by Kevin Clark / The Herald)

Same party, same priorities, polar opposites in political style

Robert Sutherland and Sam Low offer voters a clear contrast in how they want to advance a Republican agenda in the 39th District.

State Representative Robert Sutherland, left, gives a thumbs-up to passing drivers as he and a few volunteers wave flags and campaign signs along the side of State Route 9 on July 22, in Lake Stevens. Sam Low, right, talks with seniors on July 20 in Lake Stevens. (Sutherland photo by Ryan Berry / The Herald, Low photo by Kevin Clark / The Herald)
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Editorial: Reelect Ryu, Davis to House in 32nd District

The two detail-oriented lawmakers should continue work on issues they’ve been entrusted to lead.

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Editorial: Donaghy and Berg effective lawmakers for 44th

The two Democrats, in quick fashion, have proven themselves effective, thoughtful legislators.

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Editorial: Lovick worthy of full term in state Senate for 44th

John Lovick’s resume in law enforcement and government has prepared him for tenure as a senator.

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With other officials behind her, u.S. Rep. Suzan DelBene (WA-01) speaks at a press conference underneath the US 2 trestle on Wednesday, June 2, 2021 in Lake Stevens, Washington. The elected officials gathered  to make their case for how an injection of federal funds into the nation’s transportation infrastructure could lead to less congested and safer commutes for Snohomish County residents. (Andy Bronson / The Herald)

Editorial: DelBene a proven bipartisan legislator, leader

The five-term 1st District representative has worked for effective, responsive legislation.

With other officials behind her, u.S. Rep. Suzan DelBene (WA-01) speaks at a press conference underneath the US 2 trestle on Wednesday, June 2, 2021 in Lake Stevens, Washington. The elected officials gathered  to make their case for how an injection of federal funds into the nation’s transportation infrastructure could lead to less congested and safer commutes for Snohomish County residents. (Andy Bronson / The Herald)
FILE - Sen. Patty Murray, D-Wash., speaks during a news conference the vote to codify Roe v. Wade, in this May 5, 2022 file photo on Capitol Hill in Washington. Murray is one of the U.S. Senate's most powerful members and seeking a sixth term. She is being challenged by Tiffany Smiley, a Republican from Pasco, Wash. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin, File)

Editorial: Murray’s effective leadership warrants reelection

The five-term U.S. senator is a leader in the chamber yet works for needs of her constituents.

FILE - Sen. Patty Murray, D-Wash., speaks during a news conference the vote to codify Roe v. Wade, in this May 5, 2022 file photo on Capitol Hill in Washington. Murray is one of the U.S. Senate's most powerful members and seeking a sixth term. She is being challenged by Tiffany Smiley, a Republican from Pasco, Wash. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin, File)
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Editorial: Retain Sen. Liias, Rep. Peterson in 21st district

The long-serving Democrats’ record of legislative success has earned leadership posts for both.

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Editorial: Return Duerr, Kloba to 1st District House seats

The two Democrats have been effective in passing legislation that serves residents’ needs.

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Washington Secretary of State Steve Hobbs, right, a Democrat, and Pierce County Auditor Julie Anderson, left, running as a nonpartisan, take part in a debate, Wednesday, Aug. 17, 2022, in Olympia, Wash., with Melissa Santos, center, of Axios Local, moderating. Hobbs and Anderson are seeking to fill the remaining two years of the term of Republican Secretary of State Kim Wyman, who left to take a key election security job in the Biden administration. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

Murray, Smiley will debate head-to-head at least once, maybe twice

The two will face off in Spokane next month. They could square off in Seattle too before the election

Washington Secretary of State Steve Hobbs, right, a Democrat, and Pierce County Auditor Julie Anderson, left, running as a nonpartisan, take part in a debate, Wednesday, Aug. 17, 2022, in Olympia, Wash., with Melissa Santos, center, of Axios Local, moderating. Hobbs and Anderson are seeking to fill the remaining two years of the term of Republican Secretary of State Kim Wyman, who left to take a key election security job in the Biden administration. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)