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-I'm Becka Johnson Poppe and I'm running
to serve District 4 on King County Council.
I know what it takes
to move progressive policy forward in King County,
because I've been doing it for over a decade.
As budget and policy manager for King County,
I direct half of the county's $16 billion budget,
including Metro Transit and Parks.
I've advanced environmental and racial justice imperatives
to create a $20 million climate equity program
that funds green home energy conversions
and new affordable housing.
As the UW's Director of
Policy, Planning, and State Operations,
I implemented paid family and medical leave
and championed legislation that delivered
affordable higher education to thousands of new students.
King County is bigger than 15 states.
We have the responsibility to lead on issues
from homelessness to transit to climate change.
I will bring my experience getting things done
at the county to ensure we protect our environment,
advance equity, and grow our economy.
Helping the unhoused is an urgent priority,
and we must scale up supportive services that save lives
and build healthy communities for everyone.
We need safe, reliable public transportation
throughout District 4, which is why I've proposed
a transportation benefit district for the county.
I will also increase investments in renewable energy
and green development in public
and private projects to ensure our region and world
are livable for generations to come.
Together, we can make real progress
for our families, neighbors, and communities in District 4,
and I would be honored to earn your vote.
My endorsements include
the National Women's Political Caucus,
King County Young Democrats,
UW Young Democrats,
Public Lands Commissioner Hilary Franz,
King County Councilmember Joe McDermott,
State Representatives Liz Berry and Kristine Reeves,
community leaders Dorothy Bullitt and Cary Moon,
City Councilmember Lisa Herbold,
former city councilmembers Nick Licata and Abel Pacheco,
and dozens of local business, nonprofit and elected leaders.
I would be honored to have your support.
My name is Becka Johnson Poppe. Thank you.
-My name is Jorge Barón,
and I'm running to serve you on the King County Council
because I believe that together we can build a stronger,
more just future for everyone in King County.
As an immigrant who arrived in the United States from Colombia
at the age of 13
and who was bullied for not speaking English,
and as the proud parent of a trans daughter,
I understand the importance of confronting injustice.
For the past 15 years as the executive director
of the Northwest Immigrant Rights Project,
I have been at the forefront of the fight for immigrant rights
and working to serve marginalized communities.
My track record reflects a proven ability
to tackle complex challenges and build coalitions.
From successfully halting deportations
in the aftermath of the Trump travel ban
to serving on the state task force on
the use of deadly force in policing,
I have consistently made a tangible impact
by working alongside diverse communities
to develop solutions.
Now I aim to bring the same commitment to equity and justice
to the King County Council.
My vision for King County is rooted in integrity and service.
I will invest in preventative, community-based
and data-driven approaches to improve public safety,
climate resilience initiatives,
universally affordable child care,
expanded behavioral health services,
and a robust and sustainable transportation system.
I am determined to develop affordable
and dignified housing for all
and lead on comprehensive strategies
to support our unhoused neighbors.
To realize this vision, I will work urgently
with our state legislative partners
to establish progressive revenue sources that are crucial
for funding necessary investments in the future.
With my understanding of the challenges
faced by diverse communities in King County,
I will be a strong advocate for equitable policies
that address the needs of all residents.
Collaboration will be critical to our success as we strive
to ensure that Martin Luther King Junior County
is a welcoming and prosperous place for everyone.
I am grateful to be endorsed by Washington Conservation Action
and a coalition of local Democrats,
labor unions, business and community leaders,
including Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal,
Representative Liz Berry and others.
To learn more about my campaign
and all of my endorsements,
please visit ElectJorgeBaron.com.
It would be an honor to earn your vote
and continue serving our community.
-Hello, my name is Sarah Reyneveld,
and I am running for
King County Council position number 4.
I am a managing Assistant Attorney General,
public school parent, transit rider, union member,
community advocate and 25-year District 4 neighbor.
I am running for King County Council
because we need bold and transformative action
to urgently address the scale of the challenges
facing our region.
I'll bring my 20-year public service career
in state and local government,
advancing complex legal, policy, and budgetary solutions,
and building broad coalitions
to deliver results for King County.
As an Assistant Attorney General for over 10 years,
I have fought for wages and protections
for working families
and held environmental violators accountable.
Since 2016, I have served as the current councilmember,
Jeanne Kohl-Welles' representative
to the King County Women's Advisory Board,
where I've worked with communities and councilmembers
to secure investments in affordable housing,
behavioral health, child care, and services
for survivors of gender-based violence.
I want to continue this track record of leadership,
working with our communities to advance progressive,
evidence-based solutions for King County.
With your vote, I will fight for an equitable, sustainable,
and just future, investing in solutions
that center equity and opportunity.
I'll work collaboratively with communities
to build affordable housing and expand emergency shelter,
behavioral health and substance use treatment.
I'll enact upstream solutions to improve public safety
and prevent gun violence.
I'll champion frequent, reliable and safe transit service,
urgently tackle the climate crisis,
and protect our environment.
I am proud to be endorsed by councilmembers
such as Kohl-Welles, Zahilay and Dembowski,
statewide leaders such as AG Bob Ferguson,
and Lands Commissioner Hilary Franz,
the Washington Conservation Action,
National Women's Political Caucus,
Democrats and unions
such as the Seattle Building Trades,
State Employees, and Bus Operators.
I'd appreciate your support. Thank you.
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