State Representative Pos. 2
Election Results
| Candidate | Votes | Pct |
|---|---|---|
| Dave Upthegrove (D) | 22,230 | 100% |
* Race percentages are calculated with data from the Secretary of State's Office, which omits write-in votes from its calculations when there are too few to affect the outcome. The Spokane County Auditor's Office may have slightly different percentages than are reflected here because its figures include any write-in votes.
The Candidates
Dave Upthegrove
- Party:
- Democrat
- Age:
- 53
- City:
- Seattle, Washington
Education: Graduated from Lakeside School in Seattle in 1989. Holds a bachelor's degree from the University of Colorado in environmental conservation and a graduate certificate from the University of Idaho in energy policy.
Work experience: Previously worked for the U.S. Forest Service as a recreational planner and a state legislative staffer. Has worked off-and-on as a basketball referee for youth and adult leagues.
Political experience: He is a member and the chair of the King County Council, representing the 5th district since 2014. He served in the Washington House of Representatives, representing the 33rd district, from 2002 to 2013.
Family: Married to Chad Harper. No children.