Realtors endorse Rob McKenna for governor

The group made its announcement today after a 17-member association panel interviewed both McKenna and Jay Inslee, the leading Democratic candidate, in Olympia. The group made its announcement today after a 17-member association panel interviewed both McKenna and Jay Inslee, the leading Democratic candidate, in Olympia. In 2008, Realtors invested more than $750,000 in support for candidates around the state; that year, 93 percent of Realtor-endorsed candidates from both parties were elected to office. Harlan says the decision to endorse him for governor resulted from the interview today as well as his long record of consistently protecting consumers, especially homeowners in distress. With new leadership, it appears so " tooltipId="mi_tt1"> A kinder, gentler BIAW. With new leadership, it appears so The Building Industry Association of Washington, long known for its brass-knuckle tactics and deep pockets for conservative candidates and causes, has muted its political megaphone and even started acting nice to former foes. Chris Gregoire Gregoire said Monday that she will not seek re-election at the end of a tumultuous second term that has forced her to make arduous budget cuts in areas she once sought to expand. She said there was no great reason for her decision to depart, but reminisced about her 40 years in public service. Chris Gregoire will not seek re-election for third term " tooltipId="mi_tt5"> Gov. Chris Gregoire will not seek re-election for third term Gregoire said Monday she will not seek re-election at the end of a tumultuous second term that has forced her to make arduous budget cuts in areas she once sought to expand. She said there was no great reason for her decision to depart, but reminisced about her 40 years in public service. Thanks for taking part — and abiding by these simple rules. If you have any questions, including why your comment may not be showing immediately after you submit it, be sure to visit the commenting FAQ. Realtors