Brad Klippert

A candidate for State Representative Pos. 1, Legislative District 08 in the 2010 Washington General Election

Party: Republican

Age: 66

City: Kennewick, Washington

Education: Graduated from Sunnyside High School in 1975. Earned a bachelor's degree from Northwest University (then Northwest College) in 1993 and a master's degree in education from City University in 1997.

Political experience: Has represented Kennewick in the Washington House of Representatives since 2009. Ran unsuccessfully in U.S. Senate primaries in 2004 and 2006.

Work experience: Has worked in law enforcement for 28 years, including 22 years as a Benton County Sheriff's deputy.

Family: Married. Has three children.

Campaign contributions: Raised $37,884 by the end of June 2022 and reported $7,277 cash on hand.