James R. Apker
A candidate for State Senator, Legislative District 3 (central Spokane) in the 2016 Washington General Election, Nov. 8
Party: Libertarian
Age: 48
City: Mead, WA
Occupation: Electronics technician
Education: Graduated from Riverside High School in 1995. Earned associate degree in network engineering from Spokane Community College and associate degree in construction management from Edmonds Community College.
Work experience: Small business owner doing residential construction and consultation. Former electronics installation and service technician. Has worked as a construction worker, satellite installation technician and project manager.
Political background: Has held no public office. Previously ran for state representative in the 7th Legislative District.
Family: Single
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Race Results
| Candidate | Votes | Pct |
|---|---|---|
| Andy Billig (D) | 31,114 | 67.76% |
| James R. Apker (L) | 14,803 | 32.24% |
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In race for central Spokane senate seat, incumbent Andy Billig faces Libertarian James Apker in friendly contest
There can be a lot of vitriol in American politics, but a race for a seat in the Washington State Senate has been amicable, mostly. “It’s refreshing that we have two candidates who have very different political views, but really get along well personally,” said Democratic Sen. Andy Billig, who is up against Libertarian James Apker in the 3rd Legislative District, covering central Spokane.
Return hardworking Billig to Olympia
In his six years in the Legislature, Billig has demonstrated his ability to work from the center to achieve legislative success.