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Patty Murray

Patty Murray Incumbent

Democrat · Running for re-election · U.S. Senate

Background

Patty Murray (D) has served in the U.S. Senate since 1993. She has served as Senate President pro tempore and chaired the Appropriations Committee, and worked as a preschool teacher before entering politics. Stated priorities include education funding, veterans' benefits, and reproductive rights.

Sources: Ballotpedia; Biographical Directory of the United States Congress.

Issue Positions
Economy

Supports progressive tax policy, worker protections, and infrastructure. Backs raising the minimum wage and childcare investment.

Healthcare

Supports strengthening the Affordable Care Act, a public option, and lowering drug prices. Backs expanded coverage.

Immigration

Supports comprehensive immigration reform with a pathway to citizenship. Backs protections for Dreamers.

Climate/Environment

Supports clean energy investment and emissions reductions. Backs renewable energy and salmon and forest conservation.

Gun Policy

Supports expanded background checks, red flag laws, and an assault weapons ban. Backs strong gun control measures.

Education

Supports increased public education funding, free community college, and student debt relief. Backs universal pre-K and childcare.

Voting Record (8)
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