Why People Support Rick Hughes
I have known Rick Hughes for half a century, but even people who’ve known him for half an hour will probably have heard these four words: “How can I help?” Rick’s first instinct is always to do what he can for others. That basic compassion makes him an excellent friend, but it’s also a great foundation for public service, ensuring policy decisions that are people-focused and grounded in the needs of the community.
— Thor Hanson
Rick is the only highly qualified Council candidate. Still well-known and respected regionally and in Olympia, he has the legislative knack to elevate and focus the effectiveness of Council, and help direct our new County Manager, in challenging times.
— Steve Ulvi
Rick has shown his commitment to maintaining our quality of life through his work to pass the 2020 Climate Pledge Resolution, his focus on increasing workforce housing and his understanding that sustainable growth is the only kind of growth needed here. People who have worked with Rick know he is lively, interested in new ideas, willing to go to bat for our county in Olympia and able to work with all kinds of people as evidenced by his numerous endorsements from 40th District and statewide elected officials.
— Amanda Azous
Rick is the only candidate to be endorsed by Planned Parenthood…He is interested in the issues of women. He is a critical and forward thinker, and he understands the issues that our County faces... He has earned the right to serve us again, and I will vote to return him to the Council.
— Michell “Mitch” Marshall
He is calm, patient, and doesn’t have a temper. He is kind and considerate. AND, HE HAS A HEART!
— Domenic Verbano
When we started fundraising, the Library was fundraising for the new addition and the U of Dub wanted more than a million dollars to take over our health care clinic. The local wisdom was we needed health care and access to knowledge, more than a second hand store. Rick Hughes came up with and engineered that the County would build a shell and ORS would finish it with donated labor and the funds we raised.
— Larry Coddington
The great thing about Rick’s ideas, and the consistent thing about them, is that they were always about ways to help people. Working within the confines of legal and financial constraints, he was always trying to think of programs and possibilities that would help the greatest number of people while causing the least amount of harm to others.
— Milene Henley
I have seen Rick deal with adversity in his life with stoicism all while maintaining concern for others. Rick has lived a life of service to his community, and I am grateful for all he has done.
— Greg White
When we started fundraising, the Library was fundraising for the new addition and the U of Dub wanted more than a million dollars to take over our health care clinic. The local wisdom was we needed health care and access to knowledge, more than a second hand store. Rick Hughes came up with and engineered that the County would build a shell and ORS would finish it with donated labor and the funds we raised.
— Larry Coddington
Rick Hughes possesses a unique combination of intelligence, integrity, and leadership skills that make him an ideal candidate for Position # 2, County council. I have seen him work tirelessly to address the needs of our county, always putting the interests of the community above his own.
— Larry Vandermay
Whether in office or not, Rick Hughes has a passion for helping his fellow Islanders. He is always willing to listen and eager to connect people who can help each other. It brings him obvious joy to make a mutually beneficial introduction.
— Max Hanson
As someone in my 20s, I am deeply invested in our county’s environmental future, resource management, and affordable housing for my generation. Rick Hughes has a proven track record of dedicated service to our community and a clear vision for addressing these critical issues. His efforts to tackle affordable housing in San Juan County demonstrate his commitment to making our community more accessible and sustainable for young people and future generations.
— Matthew Laslo
ELECTED OFFICIALS SUPPORTING RICK HUGHES
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Rick Larsen
Second District US Congressional Member
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Debra Lekanoff
40th District State Rep
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Joe Timmons
42nd State Representative
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Liz Lovelett
Washington State 40th District State Senator
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Alex Ramel
40th District State Rep
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Manka Dhingra
Washington State 45th District State Senator
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Hilary Franz
Washington State Public Land Commissioner
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Steve Hobbs
Washington State Secretary of State
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Sharon Shewmake
Washington State 42th District State Senator
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Sam Low
Washington State 39th District House Representative
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Janet St. Claire
Island County Commissioner
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Ron Wessen
Skagit County Commissioner
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Derek Ryan Mello
Pierce County Council
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Christine Rolfes
Kitsap County Council Member
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Satpal Singh Sidhu
Whatcom County Executive
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Kevin Ranker
Former Washington State Senator & Member of the San Juan County Council
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Tim Ballew
Former Lummi Business Chair
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Ken Mann
Former Whatcom County Council Member
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Edna Fund
Former Mason County Commissioner
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Rob Coffman
Lincoln County Commissioner
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Marie Shimada
Candidate for Island County Commissioner, District 1
Rick’s Supporters
Adam Summers
Representative Alex Ramel
Amanda Azous
Amy Lum
Andrew Stephens
Andy Martin
Angela Hidalgo
Anita Orne
Anna Maria de Freitas
Ayana Berube
Ayn Gailey
Becca Gray
Betsy Wareham
Bill Bagby
Bill Cummings
Bill Watson
Bobbie Cunningham
Bob Distler
Boone Mckinney
Brent Snow
Brian Goodremont
Bridget Wright
Bruce Martin
Cathy Ferran
Cal Rogers
Carl de Boor
Carol Wright
Charlie Eon
Chris Gray
Chrissy Hughes
Christina Savell
Colin Baden
Colleen Billings
Crystal Seas Kayaking
Dan Christensen
Dan Vekved
Darby Wright
David Dotlich
David Mowrey
David Lassen
David Yerly
Debbie Durand
Representative Debra Lekanoff
Della O’Brien
Denna Shannon
Denise Wilk
Donald Drozd
Don Gerard
Don Yerly
Donna Laslo
Doug Marshall
Drew Reed
Duncan Wilson
Ed Cunningham
Eddie Williams
Ed Sutton
Edna Fund
Elizabeth Wareham
Eric Bice
Eric Lum
Eric Youngren
Garret Hughes
George Eberle
George Larson
Gigi Carter
Gordon Koening
Grey Gailey
Greg White
Gretchen Krampf
Greg Sawyer
Gus Ringo
Hillary Franz
Ingrid McClinton
Indranil Ghosh
Island Hoppin Brewery
Island Life on Orcas
Jackie Monge
Jackie Ryan
Jan Ehrlichman
Jana Daniel-Webb
Janice Williams
Jared Lovejoy
Jean Henigson
Jess Hanson
Jennifer Fralick
Jenny Hemker
Jim Durand
Jim Fowler
Joe Cohen
Johannes Krieger
John Flemming
Josie Barrow
Jenifer Swanson
Jess Hanson
Jim Cardinell
Joan Pearson
Jon Shannon
Jon Hookstratten
Judy Hughes
Judy Scott
Julian Rich
Karen Wieland
Katherine Whitley
Kathy Hughes
Kathy Kantrud
Kate Merek
Kate Geddes
Ken Hughes
Ken Katz
Ken Speck
Kevin Carter
Kevin Ranker
Kim Ingram
Kyle Ringo
Lael Hughes
Larry Hughes
Larry Vandermay
Lara Kusak
Laudenbach Recycling
Laura Johanson
Leith Templin
Levi Clark
Linda Duffield
Linda Hamilton
Linda Henry
Logan Luft
Lolo Duni
Lopez Island Pharmacy
Lorena Stankevich
Louis Prussack
Maddie Hughes
Marge McCoy
Marion Gerard
Mark Madsen
Marlace Hughes
Maureen See
Matt Battles
Matthew Laslo
Matt Linnis
Mary Jo Kerr
Max Hanson
Melanie Trygg
Michelle Marshall
Mike Wickstrand
Molly Troxel
Manka Dhingra
Noel Monin
Oscar Hanson
Pam Kyle
Pam Loew
Patty Miller
Paul Huber
Paul Mayer
Paul Vierthaler
Pete Moe
Randie Jordan
Ray Chavez
Ray’s Pharmacy
Reed Grace
Richard Fralick
Congressman Rick Larsen
Rick McCoy
Rich Peterson
Ricky Hughes
Robert Coneybeer
Robert Tooms
Robin Lassen
Ron Wessen
Ron Zee
Rosalyn Montgomery
Sallie Bell
Sally Larson
Sam Gailey
Sara Ross
Scott Lancaster
San Juan Sanitation
Sandi Parker
Scott Miller
Scott Sluis
Shandra Augenstein
Staci Diaz
Stephanie Solien
Steve Alboucq
Steve Buck
Washington Secretary of State Steve Hobbs
Sue Aronson
Susan Goranson
Tammy Pollard
Tara Nelson
Thaddeus Douglas
Teresa Boucher
Therese Lancaster
The Lower Tavern
Thor Hanson
Tim Coffey
Timi Ferny
Troy Laudenbach
Tye Tyson
Verne Howard
Vicki Leimback
Vicki Vandermay
Wally Barrow
Wally Gudgell
Wendy Hamaker
White Construction
Wildlife Cycles
Yusuf Duni
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