Matt Mccoy (R)

Thu., Oct. 29, 1998

Resume: Age 38. Born in Leavenworth, Wash., grew up in Wenatchee, moved to Spokane seven years ago. Worked two years as financial consultant for New York Life. Became business development officer for UPS. Once was shop steward of National Association of Letter Carriers … president of Inland Northwest World Trade Council, 1996-97. Married with two children.

Education: Master’s degree in management, Whitworth College. Bachelor’s degree in economics and political science, Central Washington University.

Campaign manager: Marnie O’Neill-McCoy, interior designer and candidate’s wife.

Finances: Raised $21,070 as of Oct. 6, including $800 personal loan.

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