Tom Flynn (D)

Sun., Aug. 27, 2000

Personal

Born in Darby, Pa., raised in Clifton Heights, Pa. , came to Spokane in 1981. Married to Jodie, two children, two stepchildren.

Employment

Union carpenter, 1981-1988. Local union official, 1988-present. Assistant to executive officer, Pacific Northwest Council of Carpenters.

Education

Monsignor Bonner High School, Drexel Hill, Pa., 1978. Williamson Free School of Mechanical Trades, 1981.

Political history

First run for public office. Active in 1986 congressional campaign of Judy Olsen.

Issues

Supports livable wage jobs. Protect Social Security and Medicare. Revise federal “Freedom to Farm” program, which he calls “freedom to fail.” Increase federal role in economic revitalization.

Finances

Raised $136,000 as of June 30, about $64,000 from political action committees.

Web site

www.flynnforcongress.com

Quote

“I want to represent all the people of Eastern Washington in a fair and consistent manner, to improve their livelihood and attain quality, affordable health care.”

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