John Patterson Blair
A candidate for Superintendent of Public Instruction, State of Washington in the 2024 Washington Primary Election, Aug. 6
Age: 78
City: Vashon, Washington
Residence: Vashon
Education: Graduated from Haverford College 1969 with a bachelor’s degree in sociology. Graduated from Temple University with a master’s of education in science 1973.
Work experience: Worked as a high school science teacher 1969-76 and science curriculum development 1970-72. Worked as a National Education Association contract negotiator. Founder and teacher at Cinnaminson Public Alternative High School in New Jersey, 1972-76.
Political experience: Served on Vashon Island School Board from 1998-2002. Lost re-election in 2002. Lost races for the Superintendent of Public Instruction in 2004, 2008, 2012, 2016. Life member of the Libertarian Party.
Family: Married to Anne Blair. Has two adult children, three grandkids.
Campaign Contributions: Has reported receiving no campaign contributions.
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Race Results
| Candidate | Votes | Pct |
|---|---|---|
| Chris Reykdal | 702,227 | 39.47% |
| David Olson | 557,822 | 31.35% |
| Reid Saaris | 427,788 | 24.04% |
| John Patterson Blair | 91,410 | 5.14% |
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