Richard B. Sanders
A candidate for Justice Position 6, Supreme Court in the 2010 Washington Primary Election
Age: 79
City: Vashon, WA
Occupation: Lawyer
Contact information
- Web: friendsofjustice.com
Race Results
| Candidate | Votes | Pct |
|---|---|---|
| Richard B. Sanders | 511,581 | 47.16% |
| Charlie Wiggins | 438,177 | 40.39% |
| Bryan Chushcoff | 135,110 | 12.45% |
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