United States Representative, District 6 2-year term
Derek Kilmer
(Prefers Democratic Party)
Elected Experience: U.S. Representative: 2013-Present; Armed Services and Science, Space and Technology Committees; State Senator: 2007-2012; State Representative: 2005-2006; Department of Veterans’ Affairs Legislator of the Year; Washington Economic Development Association LEADER Award; Retail Federation Hero of Main Street Award
Other Professional Experience: Former Vice President, Economic Development Board for Tacoma-Pierce County; Former Management Consultant, McKinsey & Company
Education: Diploma, Port Angeles High School; Bachelors’ Degree, Princeton University; Doctoral Degree, University of Oxford
Community Service: Former Trustee, Tacoma Community College; Former Board Member, Gig Harbor-Peninsula Area Chamber of Commerce; Former Board Member, Peninsula Schools Education Foundation; Member, Gig Harbor United Methodist Church
Statement:I’ve only been in Congress two years, but in that time we’ve won some important victories. We passed No Budget, No Pay legislation, which says that if Congress doesn’t do its job then it shouldn’t get paid. We put an end to across-the-board spending cuts that furloughed workers throughout our region and forced cuts to everything from Meals on Wheels to Head Start. I fought against the shutdown that cost billions. During that shutdown, I returned my salary because it was unfair for me to get paid while shipyard workers and park rangers didn’t.
There’s more to do. Having worked a decade in economic development, I know we need a nation where middle-class families and small businesses can succeed. America should make things again. Government should roll out the red carpet for employers - not throw up red-tape. That’s why I cosponsored the Paperwork Reduction Act. As the son of two teachers, I know education is critical. I’ve introduced legislation to improve training opportunities for workers and help veterans enter the civilian workforce. I’ve advocated for our national security and for jobs at JBLM and Naval Base Kitsap. I’m fighting to improve the health of Puget Sound and combat threats to our shellfish growers and fisheries. And I’ll always fight to protect Social Security and Medicare so seniors, like my 104-year-old grandmother, can continue to count on the benefits they’ve earned.
We need to get America back to work. We need to get Congress working again too. That’s why I’m a member of the Bipartisan Working Group, made up of Republicans and Democrats who agree to set aside the partisan bickering and focus on progress.
All Americans, including my two girls, deserve a brighter future. I’m not done fighting. I ask for your vote.
Contact: (253) 572-4355; ;
Marty McClendon
(Prefers Republican Party)
Elected Experience: I serve as a community leader, club president, elder in my church and the head of my household. I have no elected experience to political office which will allow me to serve the 6th district with a clearer perspective.
Other Professional Experience: Real Estate Broker 15 years, Anesthesia Technician 13 Years, Mortgage Banker 3 years, Medical Sales Rep 2 years, Pastor 2 years
Education: University of Washington- Pre-Medicine, Washington State Real Estate Brokers License, School of Pastoral Nurture
Community Service: Boys and Girls Club, Make A Wish Foundation, Leukemia and Lymphoma Foundation, Relay for Life, Feeding the homeless, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center
Statement:“God who gave us life, gave us liberty. And can the liberties of a nation be thought secure when we have removed their only firm basis, a conviction in the minds of the people that these liberties are a gift from God? “Thomas Jefferson.
We are seeing the underpinnings of our freedoms, liberties and rights eroded with one scandal, investigation, cover up, corruption, loss of liberty, or expansion of government control after another. The offenses are numerous and with 49 years of one party leadership in this district, it is time for real change. We can overcome these obstacles and solve the problems we face if we come together, acknowledge God, reject politics as usual, and focus on real solutions. To once again be a government of the people, for the people, and by the people.
I will fight to protect and restore our constitutional freedoms, and liberties, make sure our Veterans are taken care of with honor, work to make government more open, transparent, and accountable, protect our most vulnerable citizens, help in the creation of good jobs by reducing job killing regulations, and keep our military strong. I will work to limit governmental intrusion and increase local control and choice.
I am a local businessman with experience in healthcare and real estate. I have a passion to serve my country and my district. My family, including my wife and three children have battled with health challenges and felt the economic pressure of a sluggish real estate market. I know the battles that you fight, and the struggles that you face.
If you want a partner in making your government work more efficiently for you then, I humbly ask for the opportunity to serve as your Congressman. Vote for Marty McClendon “For solutions not politics”
Contact:(253) 283-6044; ;