Endorsements

FULL ENDORSEMENT LIST:

Washington State Attorney Bob Ferguson

Rep. Mike Pellecciotti

Rep. Kristine Reeves

Rep. Adam Smith

Rep. Debra Entenman

Federal Way Councilmember Lydia Assefa-Dawson

Federal Way Councilmember Hoang Tran

Community Organizer Nikkita Oliver

Sen. Joe Nguyen

Sen. Rebecca Saldaña

Pacific Mayor Leanne Guier

Rep. Marcus Riccelli

Auburn Mayor Nancy Backus

Pastor Joe Bowman

Rep. Joe Fitzgibbon

King Councilmember Dave Upthegrove

Federal Way Councilmember Greg Baruso

Rep. Mia Gregerson

Federal Way Tony

Senator Claire Wilson

Rep. Melanie Morgan

Rep. Tina Orwall

Rep. My-Linh Thai

FWPS Board Member Luckisha Phillips

King County Councilmember Girmay Zahilay

Washington Education Association

Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen

Washington State Association for Justice

Pacific Northwest Iron Workers

SEIU 775

South King County Professional Firefighters Local 2024

UFCW 21

LiLUNA! Local 242

Washington State Labor Council

South King County Fire and Rescue

UAW 4121

Washington Conservation Voters

IAM District 751

Washington Housing Alliance Action Fund

“I’ve worked closely with Jesse Johnson for the last few years and would be happy to see him take my seat in the legislature in 2021. He shares my commitment to enhancing government transparency, reducing the influence of corporate money in campaigns, and he will ensure that government best serves the people’s interests at all times.”

- Representative Mike Pellicciotti

“Federal Way is fortunate to have one of its own committed to fighting for our youth, underserved and underrepresented communities of color and for a more equitable and progressive future in the South Sound. I believe Jesse Johnson brings a new perspective to the state capital and I am proud to support him in his work.”

- Former 30th District State Representative and Predecessor Kristine Reeves

As a young intern in my office,
Jesse impressed me with his
tireless work ethic and
passion for people. Since then,
he has remained dedicated to
public service – working to
improve equity, access, and
opportunity for young people
across our region.

That experience, combined
with Jesse’s leadership on the
Federal Way City Council for
safe communities, vibrant local
economies, and education from
cradle to career will make him
an excellent State
Representative."

- Congressman Adam Smith

"Jesse Johnson will be a welcome voice in the State legislature. He brings a diverse perspective to educational policy, youth advocacy and local government that will strengthen our body.

I support Jesse Johnson in his run for the State Representative."

Debra Entenman
State Representative

"There will always be challenges in life, but I believe it is our job as elected leaders to remove as many barriers to success and ensure every person has access to opportunity. Jesse has devoted himself personally and professionally to that work and in service of others. He has my full support!”

- Federal Way Councilmember Lydia Assefa - Dawson

"On the Federal Way City
Council, Jesse has prioritized
opportunity for all our
neighbors. His commitment
to creating the best
conditions to help our youth,
seniors, families, and small
businesses thrive will
be an asset in Olympia.
He has my full support!”

- F.W. Councilmember
Hoang Tran

"Jesse is a product of Federal
Way Public Schools who has
gone on to improve education,
equity, and opportunity for
youth, families and
communities across our
region. The 30th district and
our state will be well served
with Jesse's passion and
commitment in Olympia.”

- Senator Claire Wilson

“Jesse Johnson is the leader the 30th deserves and the voice we need in Olympia."

-State Rep. Melanie Morgan (29th LD)

“Jesse has an impressive track record advocating for education, opportunity, and fairness across our region. That experience, along with his roots in the district, will make him an excellent representative standing up for local solutions to our greatest challenges. “

-State Rep. Tina Orwall
(33rd LD)

“Jesse brings a unique perspective and voice to Olympia. He understands what it takes to close the disparities within the system, the very one he has learned to navigate. He listens to the people of the 30th and serves the public with integrity. I look forward to working with Jesse to ensure our communities are thriving, our schools are safe, and our people are heard.”

State Rep. My-Linh Thai
(41st LD)

"I am proud to endorse Jesse Johnson; he has demonstrated his commitment to our city, compassion for our neighbors, and his values of making Federal Way work for everyone. Let's send our best and brightest to represent South King Country. "

- Luckisha Phillips - FWPS School Board Member

“Jesse Johnson agrees that if we are going to solve our biggest challenges, we need to change the priorities of our political system and give our communities a voice in the decision making process.

He has been leading that effort on the City Council and getting results. I know he will be just as effective in Olympia.”

- Girmay Zahilay - King County Councilmember

”Getting results for Washington families requires independent leadership rooted in local values. Jesse has a proven record advocating for better outcomes for local youth, building community for seniors, and protecting affordability for middle income families. He will be an important voice for opportunity in Olympia.”

- Washington State Attorney General Bob Ferguson

"Jesse’s heart for and commitment to partnering with and amplifying the voices of youth and young adults is why I support him. He understands the importance of transparency, accountability and accessibility in our local governments. He was the first Federal Way City Council Member to provide consistent council meetings in community and worked hard to move dollars from the Federal Way Police budget directly into investments for youth. He understands that the health and safety of our communities is determined by how we care for and invest in one another. Through his work as a city council member, and now as a state rep, Jesse has displayed a commitment to transformative systems change; understanding that our communities are only as healthy and as safe as those who have the least among us."

- Nikkita "KO" Oliver -
Community Organizer l Attorney l Seattle Peoples Party Co-Founder | Creative Justice Co-Executive Director | Advocacy Director | Writer l Performance Poet l Musician l Teaching Artist

Photo by: Alex Garland

"Now more than ever we need passionate leaders who reflect the values of their community and are hungry to do the work. Jesse’s already proven that he’s capable of leading and I’m excited to have such a talented ally in the fight for working families!"

- Senator Joe Nguyen (34th LD)

"The 30th LD has an incredible champion in Representative Jesse Johnson. He showed up 110% in Olympia advocating for affordability, inclusive representation and economic and education equity. He is a joy to work with and inspires those around him to always put people first."

- Senator Rebecca Saldaña (37th LD)

"Getting results for the 30th District requires elected leaders at every level advocating for affordability, strong schools, a thriving local economy, and opportunity for our families and businesses. Jesse Johnson has been a tireless advocate for Federal Way, and I know he will be a tireless voice in Olympia for our community. He has my support!"

- Leanne Guier, Mayor of Pacific

"Working alongside Representative Jesse Johnson, I have seen firsthand his robust ability to effectively deliver for his community and the state on the issues that matter the most to our working families. Now more than ever we need leaders like Jesse that have a proven track record of championing policies that will grow our economy from the middle out while making certain nobody is left behind. I enthusiastically endorse his re-election and thank him for the passion and experience he serves with!"

State Representative Marcus Riccelli – 3rd District Spokane

"Jesse Johnson is an effective leader - committed to improving the lives of those he serves. He has proven his dedication while on the Federal Way City Council and will continue to do so in Olympia as your representative. I am proud to give him my support.”

- Mayor of Auburn Nancy Backus

“Jesse Johnson is a revolutionary change-agent who has the bandwidth and capacity to stitch the hem of the cultural divide. He has proven his commitment to the residents of Federal Way by steadily bridging the policies that impact them directly. Jesse will vividly represent the 30th District into the nearing and ever changing future!”

- Pastor Joe Bowman, Integrity Life Church

"Jesse has already proven himself as a champion for cleaner air and cleaner water for south King County communities, particularly those communities most impacted by pollution from the airport and from freeways. 30th District voters deserve to breathe easy and Jesse is working every day to make sure their air is cleaner than before."

- State Rep. Joe Fitzgibbon (34th LD)

“Jesse has deep roots in South King County and stays connected to our community. He is a thoughtful effective champion for the real challenges people are facing in housing, health care and education. Now more than ever, we need authentic accessible leaders like Jesse. He has my enthusiastic support.”

– King County Councilmember Dave Upthegrove

"We need Representative Jesse Johnson to continue his work in Olympia. Help him to help us keep and create more living-waged jobs and build a safe and brighter future for our children while holding others accountable and fiscally responsible. The choice is simple for the 30th District – Jesse Johnson!"

- Federal Way City Councilmember Greg Baruso

“I wholeheartedly endorse Rep. Jesse Johnson because he is someone from our community who has already shown great leadership in making sure our local needs and community voices are heard in every setting throughout the legislative process. I cannot imagine a better person ready to lead and fit for the job. Please join me is supporting him this August and November! “

- State Representative Mia Gregerson (33rd LD)

“I appreciate the hard work, community engagement, and leadership Jesse Johnson has shown. He consistently spends time listening to voters as a way to learn more about how to best support his community, and thus, is not afraid to be bold with his actions. Those are qualities I look for a leader in government and why he has my endorsement.”

- Federal Way Tony

“As a teacher in Federal Way, I have seen Jesse’s commitment to education first hand. His commitment to equity and community make him the perfect choice.”

- Daniel Harada - 5th Grade Teacher, Wildwood Elementary and Classmate of Jesse’s at Federal Way HS

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