-Hi, I'm Jude Anthony.
I'm running for King County Council
to give our community a voice and solve the problems
we've all faced since before I moved here --
unaffordable housing, congested commutes,
an unbalanced property tax system and public safety fears.
We can fix these issues,
but it will take a vision, action and persistence.
We need open minds
that seek input from the people affected by their decisions.
At Amazon,
I built a successful software developer training program
for underrepresented employees
by proactively seeking input from struggling learners.
In my campaign,
I'm building connections with local aid groups
and community members.
As council member, I will ensure your voice is heard
by holding community meetings before voting on legislation.
We need representatives who take action.
I've spent my campaign volunteering at food banks,
organizing charity drives
and participating in cleanup projects.
Investing in social services
saves us money by reducing the need for emergency medical care
and criminal justice services.
As council member,
I'll prioritize funding the essential groups
that are already doing the work to keep us fed,
sheltered and safe.
We need problem solvers with new ideas.
I have 30 years of career experience
solving complex problems with evidence based solutions.
I plan to replace our broken property and sales tax systems
with fair, sustainable revenue streams.
With the political will,
we can enact the changes our community desperately needs.
I am proud to be endorsed by 314 Action,
King County Democrats, and others
on the growing list at electjude.com.
If you give me the chance,
I will leverage the funding and weight of King County
to secure food, housing,
healthcare and an opportunity for success for all of us.