Kevin Van De Wege
A candidate for Commissioner of Public Lands, State of Washington in the 2024 Washington Primary Election, Aug. 6
Party: Democratic
City: Seattle, Washington
Education: Graduated from Meridian Senior High School in 1993. Holds an associate degree in fire administration from Edmonds Community College and a bachelor’s degree in social science from Washington State University. Has a master’s degree in public education from Fort Hays State University.
Work experience: Currently works for the Clallam County Fire District 3 in Sequim, Washington.
Political experience: Elected to the Washington State House of Representatives in 2006. Elected to the Washington State Senate in 2016 where he still serves.
Family: Married to Jennifer Van De Wege. They have two children.
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Race Results
| Candidate | Votes | Pct |
|---|---|---|
| Jaime Herrera Beutler (R) | 419,297 | 22.05% |
| Dave Upthegrove (D) | 396,300 | 20.84% |
| Sue Kuehl Pederson (R) | 396,249 | 20.84% |
| Patrick DePoe (D) | 267,924 | 14.09% |
| Allen Lebovitz (D) | 194,114 | 10.21% |
| Kevin Van De Wege (D) | 143,170 | 7.53% |
| Jeralee Anderson (D) | 84,351 | 4.44% |
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