Jim Wilson
A candidate for Senator, Legislative District 3 (central Spokane) in the 2024 Washington General Election, Nov. 5
Party: Republican
City: Spokane, Washington
Education: Graduated from Clover Park High School in Tacoma in 1971. Holds a bachelor’s degree in journalism from Washington State University.
Work experience: Previously co-owned a business in the Tri-Cities for 10 years doing food distribution and operating a cold storage warehouse. He began working as a Realtor in 1988 and has owned his own real estate company since 2013.
Political experience: Began serving as a Republican precinct committee officer two years ago.
Family: Married to Kathleen Wilson. Has three children.
Campaign finance: Raised nearly $32,000, including $7,500 in loans, as of Oct. 2, 2024, according to the state Public Disclosure Commission. Contributors include Tobacco World in Spokane, former Gonzaga basketball and NBA star John Stockton and former Spokane County Republican Party Chairwoman Cindy Zapotocky.
Race Results
| Candidate | Votes | Pct |
|---|---|---|
| Marcus Riccelli (D) | 45,497 | 60.62% |
| Jim Wilson (R) | 29,555 | 39.38% |
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