Donations of a few bucks to several grand continue to flow into candidate and political committee coffers ahead of next Tuesday’s election. Candidates for city, county and state offices and…
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Former U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo shares definitive viewpoints during Edmonds appearance
During an appearance at an Edmonds church 24 hours after Iran had launched missile attacks on the nation of Israel, former U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo put partial blame…
Common ground cultivated at ‘Building Bridges’ event
About 50 people gathered at the Lynnwood Library on Tuesday for Building Bridges, an event designed to combat political polarization. City, county, and state officials with voters of all parties…
Gubernatorial candidate Franz: Childhood kidnapping drives her public service
When she was 3 years old, Hilary Franz says she was taken from her bed, her house, her friends and her toys. And she recalls being told she would never…
AG Ferguson makes his case to be Washington’s next governor
Democratic Attorney General Bob Ferguson on Tuesday made his opening argument to be Washington’s next governor, vowing to “change the culture of state government” and ensure “our decisions as a…
Reichert’s bid adds an early twist to the 2024 governor’s race
The emergence of a politically experienced Republican candidate is reshaping the contours of next year’s race for governor. Dave Reichert, who served seven terms in Congress after a stint as…
State Public Disclosure Commission seeks public comment on use of previous campaign funds
The Washington State Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) will hold a special meeting Thursday, May 11 to gather public comment on, and consider two options for, agency guidance regarding use of…
Democrats advance Chase, Peterson and McMahon for Snohomish County Council vacant seat
Snohomish County Democratic Party Precinct Committee Officers (PCOs) Thursday night selected Edmonds School Board Director Carin Chase as their top choice among seven candidates vying for appointment to fill the…
Updated: Political analyst Ron Dotzauer to speak at Edmonds Rotary meeting Feb. 8
Ron Dotzauer, KOMO news analyst and CEO of public affairs firm Strategies 360, will be speaking to the Edmonds Rotary Club Tuesday, Feb. 8 about the political trends he observed…
Merits of ranked-choice voting explored during Edmonds presentation
Are we willing to change the way we vote? That question fueled the discussion at a Monday meeting sponsored by the Edmonds Civic Roundtable. The discussion is about a possible…
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Chinese American political engagement topic of April 3 virtual forum
Political engagement in the Chinese American community is the topic of a virtual forum set for 10 a.m.-noon this Saturday, April 3, Participants include Will Chen, Edmonds City Council candidate;…
Requirement to declare party affiliation on primary ballot raising privacy concerns
Are you planning to vote in the March 10 Washington State Presidential primary? Do you consider yourself Democrat, Republican or Independent – and (here’s the kicker) do you care who…
‘Not as progressive as we think we are’: Crank reflects on race and politics in Edmonds
Reflecting on her recent loss to Vivian Olson in the Position 5 Edmonds City Council race, Alicia Crank had some thoughts to share about race and politics in Edmonds. “Overall…
Olson kicks off campaign with promise of civil discourse, preserving Edmonds’ charm
Pledging to bring disparate groups together by fostering “civil discourse,” and to preserve Edmonds’ small-town ambience through building codes and architectural standards that “codify charm,” Vivian Olson formally kicked off her…
Updated: Diana White running for Edmonds City Council Position 6
Updated March 7 with additional details from the candidate Current Edmonds School Board President Diana White said she will run for the Edmonds City Council Position 6 seat being vacated…
City Council candidate Vivian Olson campaign kickoff set for March 11
The Vivian Olson for Edmonds campaign invites the community to her official Campaign Kick Off Fundraiser on Monday, March 11 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at American Brewing Company, Warehouse 102, 180…
Alicia Crank enters the race for Edmonds City Council
Yet another candidate has entered the race for Edmonds City Council. Planning Board member Alicia Crank Monday announced her campaign for Position 5. She will be running for the seat held…
Candidate forum Sept. 24 in Everett for two PUD Commissioner races
The organization 350 Everett is hosting a candidate forum Monday, Sept. 24 for the two Snohomish County PUD Commissioner races: District 1: Mary Rollins, Sid Logan District 2: Rebecca Wolfe,…
Ortiz-Self to speak at 21 District Democrats meeting Aug. 29
State Rep. Lillian Ortiz-Self will be the guest speaker at the Aug. 29 meeting of the 21st District Democratic Party Organization. The meeting begins at 7 p.m. in Mukilteo City…
South County Politics: Democratic 21st District incumbents start with financial advantage over challengers
The three incumbent Democratic 21st District legislators start their 2018 re-election campaigns with big fundraising advantages over their opponents. Incumbent Democratic State Sen. Marko Liias has three opponents. Incumbent Democratic…
South County Politics: Primary in 32nd Legislative District will be competitive and expensive
Primary election contests in the 32nd Legislative District will get lots of attention. That’s because Democrats are challenging each other in two races and because Republicans may have a hard…
Scene in Edmonds: Student safety and gun control debate
The topics of student safety and gun control are among the most polarizing discussions today. Those topics came to The Edmonds Center for the Arts Tuesday night as radio station…
Republican 32nd District candidates to meet voters July 5, 18
The primary election is Aug. 2, and Alvin Rutledge and David Schirle — Republican candidates in the 32nd Legislative District — will be available to meet voters during two upcoming…
Reminder: Congressional candidate Walkinshaw to visit Edmonds Saturday
State Rep. Brady Piñero Walkinshaw, who is running for the 7th Congressional District to replace retiring U.S. Rep. Jim McDermott, is hosting a meet-and-greet event at 11 a.m. Saturday, April…
State Senate to hear bill clarifying rights of student journalists
At 8 a.m. Thursday morning, senators in Olympia will hear a piece of legislation that will clarify the rights of student journalists and their advisers, and longtime Mountlake Terrace High…