Natalie Poulson
A candidate for House Pos. 2, Legislative District 3 (central Spokane) in the 2022 Washington General Election, Nov. 8
Party: Republican
Age: 47
City: Spokane, Washington
Education: Graduated from University High School, earned an associate degree from Spokane Community College in 2001, a bachelor's degree in elementary education and special education from Gonzaga University in 2004 and earned her master's degree in education from Whitworth University in 2007.
Political Experience: None.
Work Experience: Worked as a teacher and special education specialist for 18 years for Spokane Public Schools, until she was escorted from Finch Elementary School in November 2021 for refusing to comply with the state mask mandate.
Family: Single. Has three children.
Contact information
- Web: friendsofnatalie.com
Race Results
| Candidate | Votes | Pct |
|---|---|---|
| Timm Ormsby (D) | 36,170 | 59.83% |
| Natalie Poulson (R) | 24,289 | 40.17% |
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