Deanna Martinez
Deanna Martinez Elected experience: As a former Moses Lake City Council member, I understand the needs of local communities. I'll bring that experience to Olympia helping local government retain control of their decision making; Professional experience: I'm a Registered Nurse with over 30 years experience caring for and about our rural communities in the 13th district. Former campaign assistant for Representative Alex Ybarra, providing critical support.
· WA Secretary of State 2026 Voters' Pamphlet
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“I'm running for office to overturn the burdensome taxes imposed on citizens of the 13th district. My top priority is abolishing the unconstitutional income tax the Democrat majority sold us as a "millionaire's tax" — a policy that will drive business out of Washington and stunt economic growth, making our state even less affordable.”
(WA Secretary of State 2026 General Election Voters' Pamphlet)Joshua Thompson
Joshua Thompson Elected experience: Ellensburg City Councilmember, three term Precinct Committee Officer for the Kittitas County Republican Party. Voted as a delegate to represent the Kittitas County delegation to the Republican State Convention in 2024; Professional experience: I've spent 20 years working on technical, digital marketing, and cybersecurity projects as an engineer and consultant. During my career I have helped small and large businesses tackle difficult issues. I know how to jump into complex issues and find solutions.
· WA Secretary of State 2026 Voters' Pamphlet
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“As an Ellensburg City Councilmember, I've built a reputation as a principled conservative leader, supporting families, small businesses, and common-sense government. I've worked hard to bring accountability and transparency while standing up for the values and priorities of Central Washington citizens.”
(WA Secretary of State 2026 General Election Voters' Pamphlet) “We need to get back to a business-friendly Washington immediately. Right now the state is hostile to companies large and small — the large ones are leaving, and the small ones are going out of business.”
(Campaign website (electjoshuathompson.com)) “Remarkably, with one of the greatest rivers in the country running through our backyard, we face a shortage of both clean and accessible water. We need to finish the Columbia Basin Project, protect our dams, and develop new energy policies that let Central Washington flourish.”
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