ELECTION 2018: First primary results for 34th District State Senate, King County Prop 1

8:10 PM: The first vote count is in. Here’s how the no-incumbent 34th District State Senate race stands (updated with all 11 candidates, then updated again with vote counts – percentages are rounded to the nearest tenth):

Joe Nguyen 6,769 27.7%
Shannon Braddock 6,570 26.9%
Lois Schipper 2,324 9.5%
Darla Green 2,158 8.8%
Sofia Aragon 2,025 8.3%
Courtney Lyle 1,669 6.8%
Lisa Ryan Devereau 850 3.5%
Debi Wagner 796 3.3%
Annabel Quintero 609 2.5%
Hillary Shaw 416 1.7%
Lem Charleston 264 1.1%

And this election’s one ballot measure, the King County Prop 1 replacement levy for automated fingerprint ID: 56% yes, 44% no.

More to come; see the full King County results list here, and the statewide results list (for a full look at U.S. Senate, Congress, etc.) here.

ADDED 9:31 PM: Once the results were in (next count isn’t until Wednesday), we stopped by the top two candidates’ parties for photos and a quick comment on video. Joe Nguyen was at Ounces in North Delridge:

Shannon Braddock was at Pizzeria 22 in Admiral:

We asked them both the same question: How will you appeal to the people who didn’t vote for you on this ballot?

Both are West Seattle residents. The 34th District also includes White Center and vicinity, Vashon and Maury Islands, and part of Burien. Next results update is expected Wednesday afternoon.

Mike Gilmore August 7, 2018 (8:43 pm)

Together we Nguyen!! #NguyenTogether

Voter August 7, 2018 (8:53 pm)

It’s early to say this, but I’m glad Shannon Braddock is going to the general election.I wonder if President Trump will come to the Puget Sound area and stump for Rossi and Hutchison?

Native August 7, 2018 (10:18 pm)

Hopefully he will … so we can get some sense of progressive politics instead of socialistic ruin we see in our city now:maybe your candidate should have Sawant bullhorn for her.
- West Seattle since 1979 August 9, 2018 (3:13 am)
  
  Trump, progressive?

Question Authority August 7, 2018 (9:10 pm)

More of the same coming right up as the top two read the same playbook. Sad, as another four years mimicking the last are what’s coming and nothing will change for the better.

Jon Wright August 7, 2018 (9:36 pm)

Have you ever considered that your values are inconsistent with those of the majority of voters here? The reason we keep choosing that “same playbook” is because that’s what most of us want.
- T August 7, 2018 (10:49 pm)
  
  The social, economic, legal, and leadership , etc, problems we have now are exactly because of who we keep voting in. How anyone could want more of that is beyond me and should concern everyone. As one political party used to say, if you aren’t outraged, you aren’t paying attention.
  - Jon Wright August 7, 2018 (11:15 pm)
    
    I personally believe that things would be a lot worse if we didn’t continue to vote in the people we do. And yes, I am paying attention.
    - T August 8, 2018 (12:07 am)
      
      Hi Jon. My comment was a bit strong. I should have worded it differently. But my main point is, this is how I wish all conversations went online. People can have differing opinions and remain civil. Cheers and thanks.
  - Jort August 7, 2018 (11:19 pm)
    
    Indeed, the economic wasteland of Seattle is punishing us all. Truly they have it so good in Wyoming. It’s really a wonder why thousands and thousands of people are moving to Casper every month, as Seattle descends into a feral, lawless chaos of murder and ruin.
    - T August 8, 2018 (12:09 am)
      
      Hey Jort. I heard people are moving to Idaho too, to get away from far left politics and issues here in Seattle.
    - ddd August 8, 2018 (9:27 am)
      
      Actually, Casper is growing at about a 5% rate. Seattle is growing faster (12%) but yes, people ARE moving to the Casper area. (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_metropolitan_statistical_areas)
  - KM August 8, 2018 (8:17 am)
    
    I think a lot of people are losing respect for the standard candidate/party in this region (average Democrat) which is manifesting in two ways—a very socially progressive liberal candidate, or a candidate like Joey Gibson. I am interested to see how the party leadership and platforms evolve within the 2 big parties.
    - matt hutchins August 8, 2018 (3:21 pm)
      
      Joey Gibson is a ultra right wing, white nationalist. embarrassing that he got 1 vote, much 24,000 statewide.
    - Jon August 8, 2018 (4:57 pm)
      
      I’m not sure why I can’t reply directly to the cowardly response posted by Matt Hutchins in regards to Joey Gibson’s character; but having no horse in that race, I will say this:How do you propose that a half-Japanese man is an “Ultra Right-Wing White Nationalist”, my man?If you’re going to attempt character assassination of your political opponents, at least be consistent and don’t be a coward. Provide evidence to your claims and consider being less divisive.And no, I didn’t vote for the guy. I’m just tired of Acceptable Progressive Extremism.
    - KM August 9, 2018 (6:24 am)
      
      You can’t reply to Matt because after a few replies on a comment, the reply option goes away (on all articles/comments). Might just be to prevent odd formatting of comments on the page.
- Question Authority August 8, 2018 (9:14 am)
  
  Gee I’m sorry, I guess the level of crime, homelessness and the cost to society it brings must not be caused by who we elect. Because all that and more has increased under the past candidates and now their doppelgangers will bring no relief either.
Informationator August 8, 2018 (2:20 pm)

Joe Nguyen is not going to bring more of the same. And he’s not reading from the same playbook. A truly smart guy with enough drive and smarts to get real change happening.
Jon August 8, 2018 (4:47 pm)

Agreed. Pretty disappointing results from Seattle. You’d think that the ‘Head Tax’, homelessness, and political extremism from people like Sawant would’ve been a pretty solid Sign Of Things To Come for more voters…I wouldn’t be surprised if we see a mass exodus of moderates and business owners in the coming years.

MJ August 7, 2018 (10:48 pm)

A much lighter shade of blue politician is needed. A centrist who listens to all sides, not just pander to the hard left. A politician who will insist on equal enforcement of laws and regulations. Education is the paramount duty of the State government, thus this is where resources, spent wisely and enable school districts to fire ineffective staff, need to be prioritized. Make higher education more affordable by four year colleges 50 50 versus the current 80% student 20% state. In the 80’s the state paid 75% of the cost! Community colleges need to be affordable, not free, and include good vocational training.

Morgan August 8, 2018 (12:10 am)

@MJ here here- can you just run? I’d vote for you
Nolan August 8, 2018 (10:50 am)

As shown by the election results, it’s pretty clear that no, “a much lighter shade of blue politician” is not needed at all.

KD August 7, 2018 (11:10 pm)

Excellent question WSB!! (Congratulations Joe!! 👍🏼👏🏽)

J0RDAN August 7, 2018 (11:26 pm)

A Win-Nguyen situation for all of us in the 34th, let’s go Joe!

anonyme August 8, 2018 (6:52 am)

TJ, thanks for your comment. Couldn’t agree more. “Moderate” has become a dirty word. The right used to be known for it’s lockstep mentality, but the left has become equally rigid. I almost didn’t vote this time, but wrote in “none of the above” for the senate race. Humans never learn. I guess none of this matters, as human stupidity has guaranteed our species is toast anyway.

Collin August 8, 2018 (8:31 am)

I’m THRILLED to see Joe Nyguyen move forward! He will bring authentic leadership with firsthand knowledge of the district and our challenges. Congrats Joe!

Peter August 8, 2018 (10:45 am)

Why I’m voting for Shannon Braddock:”In the State Senate I will support requiring hospitals and health centers to provide patients with medically accurate and comprehensive health information, as well as referrals, regardless of religious affiliation.”https://shannonbraddock.com/issues/My only concern about her is she’s too beholden to unions. But as the only right-to-work Democrat in the world, I’m used to disappointment.

Question Authority August 8, 2018 (11:17 am)

That’s great, I guess you’ll be just fine with your single need as society continues it’s downward slide if she focuses only on that topic. I would prefer less coddling and more enforcement of the laws so society functions for the good of all of us instead.

sgs August 8, 2018 (11:52 am)

MJ, agree with you. I don’t want to move out of my city based upon politics and I have respected whatever party wins elections. I also wish there were more left center progressives running. Having personal experience with repressive left regimes (socialist/communist), for example some of a current candidate’s comments sounded familiar to me: “You name and shame them…We
need to call them out.” Naming and shaming are not healthy governing policies, and are just a divisive as our current Federal administration is. I will vote for candidates willing to work with everyone involved. I’m definitely a western Washington type, but know that there are many citizens in eastern Washington who are more conservative and have every right to have their opinions not only heard, but considered in State policy making.

Graciano August 8, 2018 (12:17 pm)

I can’t believe Pramila Jayapal was re-elected….

WSB August 8, 2018 (12:27 pm)

She and Craig Keller will be on the ballot in November; no one’s elected until that vote.
Jon August 8, 2018 (4:43 pm)

More or less, yeah. Pretty disappointing. The vote in November will likely be the same as today.

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