Currently holds the office of Washington State Senate - District 32 until January 8, 2027.
Candidate for Washington State Senate - District 32 in 2026 Washington Primary Election.
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Get StartedJesse is 100% pro-choice and believes decisions about reproductive health care should be made by women and their doctors—not politicians. He supports access to reproductive health care for people across the economic spectrum, including access to birth control and breastfeeding supplies. Learn more
Public safety is critical to the health of our Washington communities. With the rise of drug use on our streets and the housing crisis causing more and more vulnerable people to wind up homeless, Jesse understands the balancing act required to address these issues to create safer neighborhoods while working to get people housed and clean. Learn more
Esse believes that reducing costs for working people during these challenging times must be a top priority. Learn more
Esse also believes we must continue strengthening our public schools. That includes reducing class sizes, expanding tutoring and student support programs, and increasing access to free breakfast and lunch so every student can focus on learning. Learn more
Jesse believes students should have strong opportunities to pursue vocational and technical training alongside traditional four-year degree programs, ensuring every student can find a pathway that works for them. Learn more
He believes Washington must continue leading on climate solutions—protecting our environment, strengthening our economy, and building a more sustainable future. Learn more
Gun violence remains far too common and continues to cause preventable tragedies in our communities. Jesse believes we must take common-sense steps to keep our communities safe. Learn more
Jesse supports Washington’s partnership with California, Hawaii, and Oregon to coordinate vaccine and public-health guidance to ensure families receive reliable, science-driven health information. At a time when Trump and his lackeys are politicizing public health agencies, Washington must remain a leader in evidence-based care. Learn more
Jesse believes everybody in Washington State deserves affordable, high-quality healthcare, regardless of their income or where they live. While the State of Washington has made real progress, decisions in Washington, D.C. Have pushed families backward. Learn more
We must do more to rein in high hospital and prescription drug costs. That means stronger rules publicizing costs, more oversight of corporate healthcare consolidation, and policies that put patients first. Learn more
Jesse is committed to making sure every person in Washington can access affordable, dependable healthcare. Learn more
More housing supply will help bring down costs, putting home ownership within reach for the young people and working families struggling to reach that goal. Learn more
Jesse also supported landmark legislation to limit excessive rent increases, helping renters stay in their homes and providing greater stability for families across Washington. Learn more
Jesse believes everyone deserves to live in their community without fear or intimidation. While law enforcement must be able to do their jobs, ICE is operating in ways that violate constitutional protections and sow fear in our communities. Learn more
We must continue building the infrastructure that makes public transit more accessible and effective. That includes improving connections to the region’s expanding light rail system, such as faster and more reliable bus service that helps people easily get to and from stations. Learn more
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