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With filing week almost over and campaign season in full swing, Democrats across Washington are stepping up to defend our state’s progress and expand our majority. From small towns to fast-growing suburbs, passionate leaders appointed to the Washington State Senate are running to retain their seats and deliver real results for their communities.

Victoria Hunt
Following the tragic and unexpected passing of Senator Bill Ramos, Representative Victoria Hunt has declared her candidacy for the now-open Senate seat in the 5th LD. Rep. Hunt, a former Issaquah City Councilmember and environmental scientist, brings with her a strong record of leadership on climate action, affordable housing, and education.

Deb Krishnadasan 
Senator Deb Krishnadasan is running to retain her seat in the 26th LD with a clear vision for the future: fully funding our public schools, upgrading critical infrastructure, and safeguarding reproductive freedom. A strong, solutions-oriented leader, Deb is committed to fighting for the values that matter most to Washington families.

Tina Orwall
Senator Tina Orwall joined the Senate this year after 15 years of dedicated service in the House, where she championed policies to strengthen mental health support and trauma-informed care. A trusted leader, she has paved the way on issues that improve the lives of vulnerable Washingtonians and ensure access to vital social services.

Emily Alvarado
Senator Emily Alvarado was appointed to the Senate in the 34th LD, bringing with her extensive experience from her career advancing housing equity and leading efforts to strengthen community development across Washington.  She recently led the passage of Washington’s landmark rent stabilization law, capping annual rent increases to protect nearly 1 million renters statewide.

Vandana Slatter
Senator Vandana Slatter was appointed to represent the 48th LD in the Senate after serving four consecutive terms in the House, where she earned her reputation as a pragmatic leader for her work on health care and environmental protection. With a background in pharmacy science and public policy, she takes a thoughtful, evidence-based approach to tackling the issues that impact all Washingtonians.

Will you chip in today to give these candidates a strong foundation as they launch their campaigns? Your donation is crucial to defending and expanding the Democratic majority in Washington state.

-The Washington Senate Democratic Campaign