Election Wrap Up Letter
Dear Friends,
Only a week has passed since the initial August 17th Primary Election returns. I told our supporters present at Stan’s BBQ that night that a second place finish in the Top Two Primary was possible but unlikely. With most of the votes counted the results are Glenn Anderson - 57.87%, David Spring – 24.98%, and Dean Willard – 17.00%. I have conceded the primary election result and communicated my congratulations to both Glenn Anderson and David Spring.
Although the result is disappointing, I am filled with a deep sense of gratitude for all of the support Dorothy and I have received from so many people during this campaign. I am humbled by the...
Primary Election Day
It's Primary Election Day! Ballots must be postmarked and mailed today, and the first round of results will be reported at 8:15pm tonight at this website (click here).
Join us at Stan's Bar-B-Q (located at 58 Front Street North, Issaquah), at around 7:00pm to watch the results! It will be a no-host food and bar event. Please join us and support Stan's by buying a drink and some great BBQ!
Tune Into KIRO 97.3 FM And Catch Dean!
Fun times before election day! Dean Willard will be facing off against Glenn Anderson in a "Name That Tune" battle royale on the Dave Ross Show! Tune in to KIRO 97.3 FM at 11am on Monday morning. Here is a link to the Dave Ross Show so you can stream the show live from your computer.
Help Make Stan's Bar-B-Q the Best in Seattle!
Stan's Bar-B-Q is a mainstay of our campaign. It's easily some of the best BBQ in the city, and it's just right around the corner from the campaign office. On Primary Election Night, we will be gathering there with our supporters to watch the results come in.
Right now, Stan's is in the hunt to be named "Seattle's Best Barbecue" in the Citysearch guide to local restaurants and attractions. Click here to vote for Stan's and help them reach #1!
Great Fundraiser at Zeeks Pizza Last Night!
Thank you to all of our supporters who came to the fundraiser hosted by Issaquah City Councilmember Mark Mullet, and many others! A special thanks to Speaker of the House, Frank Chopp, for taking time to come and speak with our guests. We have 7 days left until the primary election. This fundraiser comes just in time to help with the funding of our voter contact efforts for the next week. We'll be fighting all the way until election day!
Publicola Endorsement Article
Publicola has endorsed our campaign, and this is what they had to say:
"...Here’s a shocker for 2010: A Democratic candidate is poised to take out a Republican in the Seattle exurbs. Techie and transit advocate Dean Willard is the perfect fit for the changing 5th District..."