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Updated October 13 , 2007
 Forum Questions for Candidates
The 34th District Democrats will be holding a Candidates' Forum on October 24th, 6:30 to 9:30 PM at the
Hall at Fauntleroy for Democrats who wish to be appointed to the House position.
It will be moderated by Lucy Gaskill-Gaddis, former Vice President of the League of Women
Voters of Seattle.
All members are urged to submit questions to be asked of candidates either in the
written questionairre or at the Forum. Submit those questions via e-mail to the webmaster. Questions will be posted to this page, generally within 48 hours.
For more information about the 2008 appointments process, see the main appointments page.
Updated October 13, 2007
Submitted Questions
32. Should you be elected, would you be able to work effectively with Republicans in the Legislature to attain bi-partisan consensus when it makes sense to do so? (Jennie Hodgson)
31. Do you believe Washington should have the goal for all residents to have access to basic health care services? If so, what approaches would you support to achieve this goal? If not, why not? (Dan Jensen, PCO 34-1451)
30. How will you try to address the budget shortfalls local governments have been dealt with in the wake of the passage of I-747? (Joe Fitzgibbon)
29. If the Roads and Transit ballot measure fails this fall, will you fight to put another transportation measure before the voters in 2008? (Joe Fitzgibbon)
28. Given that the Alaska Way Viaduct is rated an appalling 9 on the 100-point scale of structural integrity, and that the Mayor, KC Exec and Governor all pledged to work together toward a mutually supported solution, and that 55% of Seattle voters voted No to an Elevated highway, how are you going to work with other elected officials to ensure that a reasonable solution is reached quickly and earns public support? (Michael Taylor-Judd)
27. Since Gov. Gregoire has pledged that the Alaska Way Viaduct will be replaced -- one way or another -- within the next five years, and work could begin even sooner on SR 99 through SoDo and on the Spokane Street Viaduct, how will you work to maintain mobility and access for residents and business owners in the 34th District to Downtown and I-5? (Michael Taylor-Judd)
26. Joe was not just a supporter of marriage equality and LGBT rights in Olympia, he was one of our biggest advocates in the House. Will you commit to working with the LGBT community as an advocate for marriage equality and a sponsor of bills that move us toward that goal? (Michael Taylor-Judd)
25. Where do you stand on Public Campaign Financing? (Rebecca Wells)
24. Do you support the right of all employees to engage in collective bargaining? If so, what have you done to demonstrate this, and will you sign on as co-sponsor of a card-check neutrality bill? (Rebecca Wells)
23. Do you support the Washington State ban on importing strike-breakers, and if so, will you take steps to aggressively enforce this law? (Rebecca Wells)
22. The environment was an area of special concern for Sen. Poulsen. Education was an area of special concern for Rep. McDermott. Health Care is an area of special concern for Rep. Cody? Do you have a special area of concern? If so, what is it? (Sharon Henderson)
21. What can we do to curb domestic violence in this state? (Joe Grande)
20. What can we do to improve public school funding and test scores? (Joe Grande)
19. Your ideas on transportation in the State and Puget sound. (Joe Grande)
18. In this state, auto theft is seen as a misdemeanor and charged as "joy riding" until the 7th time caught. Is this acceptable? (Joe Grande)
17. It has been said if one stands on the street corner and counts the cars driving past, every 3rd vehicle has a driver with no insurance and every 5th vehicle has no or a suspended license. What can we do to lower these numbers? (Joe Grande)
16. What is the difference, if any between marriage, civil unions, and domestic partnership? Which if any, are you willing to fight for same-sex couples? (Joe Grande)
15. Are you aware the RCW's allow condo homeowners associations to forbid the flying of the American Flag, and showing of political signs? Should this be changed? (Joe Grande)
14. What is your position on the Alaska Way Viaduct? Do you support a rebuild, replacement, a bridge similar to the Boston or Sydney Harbor Bridges, or another option you have envisioned? (Kathryn & Wendell Sprigg)
13. How do you plan to get to know all the neighborhoods in the district?
12. What are the unique issues which affect the White Center / North Highline neighborhood?
11. List the three most significant outstanding issues you plan to address if appointed.
10. How will you reach out and enage the many diverse constituencies in the district?
9. What are the primary focus issues for your candidacy?
8. How much time can you spend on this job?
7. Do you plan to run for election in 2008 to this position? Are you able to raise the money necessary for a primary and general election campaign next year?.
6. Are you ready to campaign? How are you preparing?
5. Are you willing to run for the seat if you are not appointed?
4. What has been your involvement in the Democratic party?
3. What's your involvement in the 34th District's communities which demonstrate that you are electable in our community?
2. What has been your involvement in and accomplishments with the 34th District Democrats?
1. How much do you know about the District and its issues?
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