Loren Culp
A candidate for U.S. Representative, Congressional District 4 in the 2022 Washington Primary Election, Aug. 2
Party: Republican
Age: 63
City: Republic, Washington
Education: Attended Republic High School and obtained GED in 1978. Graduated from Army Non-Commissioned Officer Academy during active duty 1980-1984.
Political experience: Ran for governor of Washington as a Republican in 2020, losing to Democrat Jay Inslee.
Work experience: Served in U.S. Army 1980-1986, worked as police officer in Republic 2010-2020. Campaigning full-time since 2020 gubernatorial race.
Family: Married to Barb Culp. Has two adult children.
Campaign contributions: As of June 30, raised $300,000 and had $53,000 on hand.
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Race Results
| Candidate | Votes | Pct |
|---|---|---|
| Dan Newhouse (R) | 38,095 | 25.52% |
| Doug White (D) | 37,574 | 25.17% |
| Loren Culp (R) | 32,376 | 21.69% |
| Jerrod Sessler (R) | 18,325 | 12.27% |
| Brad Klippert (R) | 15,257 | 10.22% |
| Corey Gibson (R) | 5,047 | 3.38% |
| Benancio “Ben” Garcia III (R) | 2,133 | 1.43% |
| Jacek Kobiesa (R) | 481 | 0.32% |
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