Endorsements

Members of the PROTEC17 Workers’ Roundtable (PWR) have interviewed many candidates for state and local races throughout Washington and Oregon. Below you will find a list of Labor-, public-sector-, and worker-friendly candidates who we have endorsed.

2026 Endorsements

Candidates:

Initiatives:

2025 Endorsements

City of Portland:

✓ = Elected!
LD = Legislative District
Rep. = Representative
Pos. = Position

Initiatives:

YES on Portlanders for Parks Levy (Measure 26-260) ✓

Are you a candidate seeking PROTEC17’s endorsement?

Reach out to our political staff to learn more about our endorsement processes in Washington and Oregon.

Joaquin Uy
Joaquin UyInterim Political and Operations Lead
Elliot Levin
Elliot LevinResearch Director & Oregon Legislative Advocate

Important Voting Dates & Deadlines

  • July 17, 2026 – In Washington State, ballots are mailed out and Accessible Voting Units (AVUs) are available at voting centers.

  • July 27, 2026 – For Washington State, online and mail registrations must be received 8 days before Election Day. Register to vote in person during business hours and any time before 8 p.m. on Election Day.

  • Aug. 4, 2026 – Washington State Primary Election
    In Washington State, ballots must be received in an official drop box by 8 p.m. Today is also the deadline for in-person only voter registration or updates.

  • Oct. 16, 2026 – In Washington State, General Election ballots are mailed out and Accessible Voting Units (AVUs) are available at voting centers.

  • Nov. 3, 2026 – Washington State General Election
    In Washington State, ballots must be received in an official drop box by 8 p.m. Today is also the deadline for in-person only voter registration or updates.