In a state dominated by Democrats, being a Seattle state lawmaker can bring power and a long arc of influence in Washington politics. Former state Sen. Ed Murray later became mayor. Rep. Frank Chopp stepped down from leadership after serving as the longest House speaker in state history – and is still working as a lawmaker. Meanwhile, South Seattle’s Sen. Rebecca Saldaña is currently a deputy majority leader.
The top two vote-getters in the Aug. 2 primary will advance to the November general election, with the winners coming to Olympia in January for the next scheduled legislative session.
With sitting representatives heavily favored to win the two open Senate seats,
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