29th Legislative District ..................................... 73

Melissa Knott

Prefers Democratic Party

(253) 507-0735 electmelissaknott@gmail.com

www.crowdpac.com/campaigns/410040/melissa-knott

Elected Experience

PCO- 29th District; State Commitee Member- 29th District; ViceChair- SENCo; 2nd W Vice-Chair- WA State Democratic Stonewall Caucus

Other Professional Experience

Literacy Specialist- HeadStart & ECEAP; Medicine Management Councelor; TANF Counselor; Substitute Teacher

Education

Attended Edison Elementary, Gray Middle School, and Mt. Tahoma High School. AAS with focus in Social Service/Mental Health-Pierce College; AA in ECE-Pierce College; BA in IAS-UW Tacoma; Certificate in Non-Profit Business Management; Masters in Elementary Education-UoP; WA State Teaching Certificate

Community Service

Litter 253, numerous community events and services such as COVID relief distributions to our Khmer community and distribution of over 100 Easter Baskets in the community.

Statement

Please view my endorsements and additional information (that I cannot possibility fit into 100 words) by going to the crowdpac website.

As an indivual who has a sound track record of working with and for the people of the 29th, I promise to continue to fight for and with you in Olympia. I am not afraid to stand up for your needs before big business, nor will I ever forget how much of an honour it is to serve the people. I am ready to put in the work for working people. I thank you for your vote.

Phil Fortunato

Prefers Republican Party

(253) 680-9545 Phil@VoteFortunato.org www.VoteFortunato.org

Elected Experience

31st District State Senator since 2017; 31st District State Representative elected 2016; 47th District State Representative 1998-2000

Other Professional Experience

Environmental training and consulting. International trade in Europe and Asia. Owner of small contracting business. Founding Director and first President of the PNW Erosion Control Association.

Education

Rutgers University, Cook College of Agriculture; Landscape Architecture.

Community Service

I’ve been married for 45 years, have 5 children, 3 of whom are decorated U.S. Marines Corps veterans. Knights of Columbus member - 4th Degree, Project Rachel, Fraternal Order of Eagles, Sons & Daughters of Italy, Liberian Association of WA.

Statement

As your Senator, I oppose the Governor’s continued abuse of his emergency powers, and sponsored legislation to curb those powers and prohibit discrimination based on vaccination status.

Property crimes and car thefts have skyrocketed, jeopardizing public safety. I supported legislation to put more law enforcement back on the streets. Despite billions of your taxes spent on homelessness, the problem only gets worse. A proposal I fought for would require drug and alcohol treatment, in addition to mental health support.

We don’t need increased fees on car registrations or driver’s licenses to fund transportation. We can do that with the money you already send to Olympia. With all the unexpected revenue we can help seniors, the disabled, and others on fixed incomes get a break on out-of-control property, sales and gas taxes - policies I’ve either sponsored or supported.

I continue to fight against constant efforts to limit our Second Amendment rights and advocate that Olympia spend your tax dollars more wisely. I ask for your continued support to fight for your rights and prosperity, and against more taxes and endless government growth. Endorsed by Law Enforcement and many mayors and city councilmembers in the district.

Clifford Knopik

States No Party Preference

clifford@DrCliffordForSenate.com www.DrCliffordForSenate.com

Elected Experience

None, I am not a career politician.

Other Professional Experience

I have worked 20+ years as a software developer. My current job involves data analysis and business intelligence. I have extensive training in emergency management and preparedness. I volunteered with the Washington State Guard to serve and protect the citizens of Washington State.

Education

Educational accomplishments include a Doctorate in Computer Science, Master’s in Homeland Security , Master’s in Information Systems, Master’s in Information Assurance, Bachelor’s in Social Science, Associate in Emergency Management, Associate in Computer Programming, Officer Candidate School, and Military Emergency Management Specialist.

Community Service

Volunteered as a Youth Coach and Boy Scout Leader.

Statement

Governor Inslee and the Department of Health appear to have misled you about Covid data. See www.DrCliffordForSenate.com for video about the inaccurate data used to justify mandates. The Democrats are happy, this allows them to consolidate power. The Republicans have evidence but are shamefully silent.

Public records requests by me and others show: Due to irresponsible data collection techniques all Washington State Covid data since March 2020 is corrupted and unsuitable to be used for public policy; for 95% of cases it is unknown if they are true or false positives; different counties used different test sensitivities leading to incomparable inaccurate data; it is unknown how many Covid deaths there are because WADOH has been caught multiple times counting homicides, suicides, and overdoses as Covid deaths; in King County most cases, hospitalizations and deaths are vaccinated people, while children who are vaccinated are more likely to get Covid; and historical data is being altered constantly without any apparent change control.

The science and data used to justify the ongoing emergency do not exist. Ending the State of Emergency, the superstitious mandates, and reforming the law so that future Governors cannot abuse you needs to be priority one for your Senator.

Chris Vance

States No Party Preference

(253) 264-1791 cvapv1@gmail.com www.chrisvanceforsenate.org

Elected Experience

Former member, Washington State House of Representatives, District 31. Former member, Metropolitan King County Council

Other Professional Experience

Special Assistant to the Chief of Staff, Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction. Small business owner. Adjunct Professor, University of Washington, Evans School of Public Policy and Governance. Communications and External Relations Manager, King County Department of Assessments

Education

Sumner High School, class of 1980. Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and History, Western Washington University, 1984

Community Service

Past President, Auburn Youth Soccer Association. Coached youth baseball and soccer for many years. Former meal coordinator, Reach Out Federal Way homeless shelter program

Statement

I’m running for the State Senate as a moderate independent because extremism and partisanship is out of control in our political system, too many politicians in both parties have let us down, and voters deserve more choices.

Our communities face real challenges. State revenues are up; we don’t need to raise taxes. But schools are still dependent on local levies. Our school funding system is unstable and unfair. Crime rates are increasing while police, prosecutors, jails and courts are underfunded. And there are major gaps in our transportation system.

Too many politicians in both parties, including our current State Senator, are not focused on solving these problems. Instead, they waste time with extreme policies and partisan political games.

I have lived in south King and eastern Pierce counties most of my life. This is where my wife, Ann, and I raised our kids, and I have represented these communities in state and county government. We deserve better than the partisanship and divisiveness we see today. I know we can do better if we elect people focused on common sense problem solving. As a moderate independent, that is what I will focus on in Olympia. I would appreciate your vote!

Brandon Beynon

Prefers Republican Party

(253) 306-2275 VoteBeynon@outlook.com www.VoteBeynon.com

Elected Experience

Republican Precinct Committee Officer (PCO) 2019- Present; Legislative District 31, Executive Committee Member, Sergeantat-Arms 2021- Present

Other Professional Experience

I run a small family commercial construction business and understand the challenges all of us face trying to make a living. Our state government continues to raise taxes on our businesses, our homes and our employment despite a significant budget surplus. My background and business give me the unique perspective of viewing our public policy through both blue and white-collar perspectives. I believe this is critical for our district.

Education

West Virginia University

Community Service

Prior Habitat for Humanity and Food Bank Volunteer Work

Statement

Communication and community engagement are the qualities our district representative needs. I will make myself available, easy to contact and responsive to your concerns. As the minority party in Olympia, we need to be uncompromisingly opposed to the Seattle politics that are creeping into our neighborhoods. I will support and defend the Constitution, our children, law enforcement, the second amendment and personal freedom.

I have lived in Washington since 1998 and have seen the decline of our great state. It’s time for change in Olympia. It is time for representation that understands the struggles of the average person and family.

Holly Stanton

Prefers Democrat Party

(253) 380-9700 hollystanton.candidate@gmail.com www.electhollystanton.com

Elected Experience

First time candidate, not a career politician.

Other Professional Experience

I am an attorney and member of the state bar in good standing, local business owner and employer, for over 20 years. I have lived in Washington the majority of my life and have resided within the 31st district for over 20 years.

Education

Albany Law School, JD, University of Washington, BA, Tacoma Community College, AA.

Community Service

As a parent in our community, I volunteered as a girl scout troop leader, a boy scout den leader and co-leader and volunteered in public school.

Statement

I believe that it is our civic duty to serve our community and give back to our community. I will listen to all sides of an issue and work to do what is best for us all. I will always advocate for all personal freedoms, the rights of all individuals, for government financial accountability, avoiding unnecessary tax increases, supporting law enforcement, protecting and providing services for our communities to help them grow and prosper, protecting our environment, and for affordable healthcare.

Drew Stokesbary

Prefers Republican Party

(253) 501-1756 drew@drewstokesbary.com drewstokesbary.com

Elected Experience

State Representative, 2015-present (Ranking Minority Member on House Appropriations Committee, Vice Chair of Select Committee on Pension Policy, member of House Finance Committee, former Republican Floor Leader); Republican Precinct Committee Officer

Other Professional Experience

Managing Attorney at Stokesbary PLLC (advising startups and small businesses on corporate and securities law matters)

Education

J.D. (cum laude), University of Notre Dame Law School; B.S. in Economics, Duke University

Community Service

Member of Auburn Valley YMCA Board of Directors; President of Citizen Action Defense Fund (providing pro bono legal counsel to local churches, nonprofit organizations and others in support of constitutional rights); volunteer tax preparer

Statement

I’m running for reelection to continue fighting for what matters in our community—safer neighborhoods, better schools and a stronger economy. I’ve helped block supervised drug injection sites, gotten schools to reopen sooner, and secured funding for a sales tax refund program for the first time in the state’s history.

Unfortunately, recent legislation is making our state less safe and less affordable. I’m endorsed by police, parent and business groups because I’ve spent my time in the Legislature fighting against those unwise policies and because I will always continue to advocate for safer neighborhoods, better schools and a stronger economy.