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Final recap of 2016 endorsements

Sun., Nov. 6, 2016

Here is a final recap of the editorial board’s 2016 endorsements. The full versions can be read at our website (see accompanying information box). Agree or disagree, but please vote.

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President: Hillary Clinton is the only rational choice.

U.S Senate: Return Sen. Patty Murray, who works hard for entire state.

U.S. House: Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers is in a strong position to aid district.

Governor: Challenger Bill Bryant offers more engaged leadership.

Lt. Governor: Sen. Cyrus Habib has clear edge in experience.

Secretary of State: Incumbent Kim Wyman delivers honest election oversight.

Lands Commissioner: Steve McLaughlin has common touch, passion to lead.

Insurance Commissioner: Incumbent Mike Kreidler has the experience needed for tough challenges.

State Treasurer: Benton County Treasurer Duane Davidson is safe, solid.

Superintendent of Public Instruction: Erin Jones has background, passion, vision.

Attorney General: Incumbent Bob Ferguson a strong advocate for consumers.

State Auditor: Pierce County Executive Pat McCarthy a steady leader.

I-1433: No. Inflexible minimum wage increase is a bad fit for most of the state.

I-732: No. Carbon tax proposal carries job-loss risks for certain industries.

I-1464: No. Some good reform proposals mired in pricey voucher scheme.

I-735: No. Purely symbolic. Pressure your representatives on Citizens United.

I-1491: Yes. Gun confiscation option needed in emergencies.

1-1501: No. Trojan horse that weakens public records law.

Legislative District 3, Senate: Hardworking Sen. Andy Billig the clear choice.

Legislative District 3, Pos. 1: Rep. Marcus Riccelli earns another term.

Legislative District 3, Pos. 2: Rep. Timm Ormsby clearly stronger candidate.

Legislative District 4, Pos. 1: No endorsement.

Legislative District 6, Pos. 1: Newcomer Lynnette Vehrs shows great promise.

Legislative District 6, Pos. 2: Close call, but Rep. Jeff Holy gets the nod.

Spokane County Commissioner, Dist. 1: Candace Mumm is more experienced, pragmatic.

Spokane County Commissioner, Dist. 2: Shelly O’Quinn offers smart leadership.

Spokane County Superior Court, Pos. 10: Experience gives nod to Judge Linda Tompkins.

Spokane County Superior Court, Pos. 11: Judge Greg Sypolt rates high.

Washington Supreme Court, Pos. 1: Justice Mary Yu wins on philosophy, experience.

Washington Supreme Court, Pos. 5: Chief Justice Barbara Madsen is better qualified.

Washington Supreme Court, Pos. 6: Federal Way Judge Dave Larson brings fresh perspective.

Proposition 1: Yes. Pared-down STA transit plan is practical.

SJR 8210: Yes. Common-sense move to push up deadline for once-a-decade redistricting results.