Descriptors added to distinguish candidates with the same last name. All candidates for this office are attorneys, as required by law.
Michael Johnson, attorney
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Statement: I graduated from University of Washington Law School and became a member of the Bar in 1998. My undergraduate degree focused on real estate law. I have been licensed as a real estate salesperson and a title insurance agent. I am now a certified public guardian. Much of my practice consists of assisting the poorest and most vulnerable people of the state. I have experience with appellate work. I have extensively studied the history and development of the Washington Constitution, and the special role it plays in protecting and maintaining individual rights.
Judges must be fair and impartial. Campaign contributions and endorsements are a corrupting influence in elections. I will not accept money nor seek or use endorsements. Elections should not be influenced by familiar names. I have great respect for the rule of law. Courts apply the law to serve people. Properly done, this process is remarkable. Judges are accountable to all Washingtonians, whether they are children, the disabled, the disadvantaged, the weak or strong. I will decide cases on the merits, and not based on the identities of the parties. I will work diligently to earn and keep your trust.
Statement: “Stephen Johnson has a fine legal mind and will be a great addition to the Supreme Court.” – James Andersen, former Chief Justice, Washington Supreme Court.
An Independent Voice For Property Rights, Open Government & Judicial Restraint. Steve will uphold the Washington Constitution’s strong Property Rights provisions; protect against illegal government takings; ensure your right to view public documents and secure your constitutional rights of initiative and referendum.
Experienced, Effective Leadership. In the State Senate from 1995-2007, Steve served on the Senate Judiciary Committee and the Legislative Ethics Board. He was Washington State Bar Association’s “2005 Outstanding Elected Official” and Washington Council of Police & Sheriffs’ “Legislator of the Year” 2001 and 2003.
Statewide Bipartisan Support. Lieutenant Governor Brad Owen, Congresswoman Cathy McMorris, Dino Rossi, State Auditor Brian Sonntag, Former Secretary of State Ralph Munro, King County Prosecutor Norm Maleng, Former Congresswoman Jennifer Dunn, Former Senator Slade Gorton, Washington Farm Bureau, and the Washington Realtors Association.
A Lifetime Of Service. A resident of Kent and former School Board member, Steve earned his B.A. from Whitman College and his law degree from UW. He’s practiced law in Yakima, Kent and Seattle. Steve and Lynn have two grown children and five grandchildren.
Statement: An independent judiciary is essential to the function of our government. The infusion of special interest money into judicial elections gravely threatens judicial independence and our system of checks and balances. I stand for an independent judiciary and accept no significant campaign contributions. As a Supreme Court Justice, I will be beholden to no donor.
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Statement: Norman J. Ericson is a judicial member of the Washington State Bar Association who has served over 31 years as a state Administrative Review Judge. Currently, he serves as the Chief Administrative Review Judge for the Washington State Employment Security Department. He earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree from the University of Washington, a Master of Business Administration Degree from the University of Puget Sound, and a Juris Doctor Degree from Gonzaga University.
“My many years of experience have given me an extensive knowledge of administrative and government law. Supreme Court decisions that resolve legal issues concerning government actions significantly impact our constitutional rights. My experience and knowledge will help ensure that these decisions always protect our individual rights.
“As a former judicial law clerk for the Supreme Court, I have a deep respect for the Court and believe its Justices should be elected on a strictly non-partisan basis, free of political considerations and special interest campaign contributions and endorsements. In support of that belief, I will not solicit campaign contributions or endorsements. If elected, I can wholeheartedly pledge that my decisions will be truly fair and impartial.”
Statement: “I bring a different perspective to the Supreme Court. I’m a rural judge, mother and independent voice for common sense rulings that respect our rights, our privacy—and our Constitution.”
Integrity, Independence, and Individual Rights
A judge for 25 years, Supreme Court Justice Susan Owens has served with integrity, independence and a strong commitment to your Constitutional rights.
For 19 years, Justice Owens served on the Clallam County District Court. A rural judge known for balanced, common sense rulings, she earned a national reputation teaching judges how to enforce tough new domestic violence laws.
Elected to the Supreme Court in 2000, Justice Owens has served with honor, writing opinions that reflect the law and respect your rights and privacy.
Leadership, Not Partisanship
Justice Owens has never held partisan office. A seasoned judge when she joined the court, she has earned the respect and recognition of her colleagues and legal groups.
With special interests spending big money to elect activist politicians to our court, we must retain strong, independent voices like Justice Susan Owens.
Select endorsements: hundreds of current and former justices and judges; police and firefighters; prosecutors; Washington Education Association, Washington Conservation Voters and many more.
Re-elect Justice Susan Owens.
Michael Johnson, attorney
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