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David Griffin

A candidate for Lt. Governor, State of Washington in the 2024 Washington Primary Election, Aug. 6

Party: Democratic

City: Lake Stevens, Washington

Education: Graduated from Bethel High School in 1994. Earned an associate degree through the state Running Start program. Holds a bachelor's degree in accounting and business administration from the City University of Seattle. Holds a master's degree from Western Governors University.

Work experience: Currently works as a self-employed government efficiency and business consultant. Previously worked as the Pierce County elections supervisor.

Political experience: Elected as a precinct committee officer for the Democratic Party in the 1990s. Elected as a delegate for the Republican National Convention in 2012. Ran unsuccessfully for Pierce County Auditor.

Family: Married to Dawn Townsend. They have three children.

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Race Results

Candidate Votes Pct
Denny Heck (D) 927,395 48.68%
Dan Matthews (R) 438,537 23.02%
Bob Hagglund (R) 319,071 16.75%
David Griffin (D) 169,759 8.91%
Patrick Harman (L) 50,330 2.64%

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