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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.