2005 GENERAL ENDORSEMENTS: SHERIFF AND JUDICIARY
Every year, the Northwest Progressive Institute teams with its Permanent Defense division to produce an endorsements guide for members and supporters.
Among Democratic and nonpartisan candidates, we endorse candidates that we believe best reflect our progressive values. If we endorse Republicans, we look for candidates that are closest to our beliefs, giving the nod to moderates and rejecting extremists, while recognizing that such candidates may not share many of our values, vision, or ideals.
We ask three general questions when evaluating every candidate for endorsement:
- What are the candidate’s qualifications and why is he or she the best candidate?
- What is the candidate’s vision, plan, and agenda for the office they are seeking?
- What other endorsements or support does the candidate have?
With that introduction, here's our 2005 general election endorsements for King County Sheriff and selected judicial races within King County. >> Return to the Elections Center
King County Sheriff: SUE RAHR
Our Statement: King County Sheriff is a tough and demanding job. The current Sheriff, Sue Rahr, who was appointed to the position after Dave Reichert won election to Congress, is the best candidate for the office. She was unanimously endorsed by all thirteen members of the King County Council to replace Reichert. During her twenty six tenure in the sheriff's office, she states she has worked evert precinct and has worked in many different units of the department. Her priorities are addressing the problem of meth and the crimes associated with that drug (including auto and identity theft) and a strong focus on ending domestic violence. Opponent Greg Schmidt does not offer the same depth of experience and isn't as qualified as Rahr.
Other Endorsements: Notable endorsements include King County Democrats Chair Susan Sheary, King County Council Chair Larry Phillips, King County Young Democrats, Governor Christine Gregoire, eighteen other WA county sheriffs.
Court of Appeals Position #2: SUSAN RANDOLPH AGID
Our Statement: Ms. Agid is running unopposed this year to return to the Court of Appeals on Position No. 2. Ms. Agid used her space in the voters' pamphlet to offer a concise description of what the appeals court does and what her background is. We can see no reason why she should not be returned for another term.
Other Endorsements: None known.
City of Renton Municipal Court Judge: TERRY JURADO
Our Statement: We believe incumbent judge Terry Jurado should be returned for another term on the City of Renton Municipal Court. The current judge notes: "Most of the policies that are in place governing the everday operation of the court were developed and put in place by me. The parties who appear before me know me and what I expect in order to keep the business of the court running smoothly." He also asserts that no one has his breadth of experience. In addition, Mr. Jurado stresses his refined listening skills, non-confrontational personality, and unique background, which we are very impressed by. We believe Judge Jurado deserves another term.
Other Endorsements: Senator Margarita Prentice, Representatives Bob Hasegawa, Eric Pettigrew, Phyllis Kenney, organized labor, numerous judges and lawyers. Rated "Outstanding" by the Municipal League (their highest rating), while opponent Mychal Schwartz received a "Very Good" rating.
© 2005 Northwest Progressive Institute.
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