Patty Murray
A candidate for U.S. Senator in the 2010 Washington General Election
Party: Democrat
Age: 73
City: Seattle, Washington
Education: Received a bachelor's degree in physical education from Washington State University in 1972.
Work experience: Worked as a preschool teacher.
Political experience: Served as Washington's U.S. Senator since 1993. Served as a state senator from 1989 to 1993. Served on the Shoreline School District Board from 1985 to 1989.
Family: Married to Rob Murray. Has two children.
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Race Results
Candidate | Votes | Pct |
---|---|---|
Patty Murray (D) | 1,262,778 | 52.15% |
Dino Rossi (R) | 1,158,708 | 47.85% |
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