Primary Endorsements by Majority Rules Blog

The August 18th 2009 Primary is fast approaching in King County. Having been to a number of campaign events and having tracked election issues and candidates here are my recommendations on some of the candidates worthy of being given your vote. I am active in Democratic politics and progressive politics and my endorsement reflects that. These endorsements reflect my personal choices as to who I think would do the best job if elected in furthering progressive Democratic principles and goals.

Primary Election Recommendations:

King County Executive - Larry Phillips and Dow Constantine

Court of Appeals, Div 1, Dist 1, Position 3 - Anne L Ellington

Port of Seattle Position 3 - Rob Holland

Port of Seattle - Position 4 - Max Vekich

Seattle Mayor - Greg Nickels and Joe Mallahan

Seattle City Council Position 4 - David Bloom

Seattle City Council Position 6 - Nick Licata

Seattle City Council Position 8 - David Miller

Seattle School Board Position 7 - Charlie Mas

Seattle Referendum 1 (Bag Fee) - Approve


Also endorsed but on the General Election ballot:

Seattle City Council Position 2 - Richard Conlin

Seattle City Attorney - Peter Holmes

Initiative 1033 - Vote No