Dear Voter,

With your support I look forward to working with a new Mayor and City Council. Some things will not change. I will continue as a strong, effective, and tireless leader with the common sense to ask questions before the bill comes due.

Seattle's citizens have come to expect that perspective and vision from me. I take my role as a legislator and representative of the people to heart. It is a job that I feel honored to do working everyday in pursuit of the common good.

My consistent record of promoting legislation that benefits communities throughout Seattle includes: Amending the Mayor's public safety budget to add new police officers for the first time since the late 1970's; Funding critical transportation improvements for the Spokane Street Project-ensuring West Seattle mobility when Alaskan Way Viaduct work begins; Developing a $3 million Strategic Pedestrian Safety Initiative including $1.5 million for new sidewalks and sidewalk repair;

But when public dollars are proposed for projects that make vague promises without clear evidence I will continue to ask the tough questions, and get results.
The Seattle Weekly says about my work on the council: "He's often the lone voice of dissent when his City Council colleagues are willing to sign off on questionable public policy."

Our city faces challenges and requires creative and tested leadership to resolve the many demands on limited resources. I will use my energy to ensure true progressive public benefits:

Better public transportation through more reliable bus service, Safer neighborhoods through more foot and bike police patrols, while speaking out to protect civil rights, A healthier more sustainable environment, sidewalks, bike lanes, green building codes and community gardens, Pursuing policies to help small local business thrive, Providing more affordable housing for those most in need, Promoting vibrant cultural institutions, libraries and community centers, major art institutions and neighborhood cultural districts. My vision for a prosperous and sustainable Seattle has earned diverse endorsements - 15 of Seattle's state legislators, County Councilmembers Bob Ferguson and Larry Gossett, former Governors Mike Lowry and Albert Rosellini, local unions representing the Teamsters, Service Employees, Police, Transit Operators, and the sole endorsement of the Sierra Club. I'd appreciate your vote too. Join me in making Seattle a city that grows with grace, respect and fairness towards all.