-Hi, I'm Garmon Newsom II and I'm proud to be running
for Seattle Municipal Court Judge, Position Five.
I'm grateful to be endorsed by Judge
Willie Gregory to succeed him in this position.
I'm the son of an auto worker
and an immigrant.
My parents taught me the value
of hard work, integrity, and the importance of giving back.
I've carried those values with me
while volunteering as a mentor, coach, and King County Ethics
Board member.
We need judges who who have broad experience,
sound judgment, and a deep commitment to access,
fairness, and dignity.
I've dedicated my career to these ideals,
which have prepared me well to be your judge.
I'm proud to be the only candidate with more than 30
years of experience handling criminal and civil litigation.
For 12 years, I tried misdemeanors and felonies and
helped victims obtain safe shelter, support, and resources.
And for more than two decades as a civil litigator, I
tried personal injury cases, land use, and other matters.
And as the Burien City Attorney, I increased the public defense
budget and secured grants to enhance public defense
and hire social workers.
I've been a King County District Court Pro Tem
Judge and now a Seattle Municipal Court Pro Tem Judge.
I became a lawyer to fight inequities, ensure fairness,
and improve the justice system.
And I'll continue doing so as a judge while also ensuring
that people have a chance to access legal services,
treatment, and support.
I'll work with community partners to break cycles of
violence, addiction, and repeated system involvement
and advocate for meaningful alternatives to incarceration
to advance a justice system that works for everyone.
I'm endorsed by retired Washington State Supreme
Court Justice Mary Yu, the 32nd District Democrats, and
more King County and Seattle Municipal Court judges than
any candidate in this race.
I'm rated exceptionally well qualified by the Latina/Latino
Bar Association and Joint Asian Bar Association.
I would be honored to earn your vote.
Thank you.