This local nonprofit attorney is running for state Rep. Jesse Young’s seat
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Nonprofit attorney Adison Richards is running to represent the 26th District in Olympia.
Richards graduated from Peninsula High School and has worked for the Northwest Justice Project: “serving survivors of crime, like domestic violence and human trafficking, who couldn’t afford a lawyer,” a campaign news release said.
He’s running for Rep. Jesse Young’s seat. Young is running for state senate.
The 26th District includes parts of Pierce and Kitsap counties, such as Gig Harbor, the Key Peninsula and Port Orchard.
Some of Richards’ endorsements are from U.S. Congressman Derek Kilmer, State Sen. Emily Randall (D-Bremerton), Pierce County Council Member Derek Young, and Gig Harbor Council Members Robyn Denson, Jeni Woock, Brenda Lykins and Roger Henderson.
The primary is Aug. 2 and the general election is Nov. 8.
“Adison is ready to stand up and fight for this district, the district he loves and believes in, as we climb out of this pandemic,” the campaign news release said. “Whether that is lower bridge tolls, our school kids, small businesses, Gorst, or a solution in Purdy that’s better than hoping the historic bridge is having a good day. Adison believes in our republican democracy. He believes that we can still work together to create opportunity for all people.”
Richards has volunteered with the Rotary Club, Harbor Christian Center and the Harbor History Museum, among other places, and was a Peninsula High School Cross Country Coach.
“My plan for greater opportunity starts with improving education, it requires the state finally pay its fair share for our roads and bridges, and it means more well-paying jobs for our community,” his campaign website says.
The Public Disclosure Commission’s website recently showed Richards’ campaign had more than $34,000 in contributions.
This story was originally published March 17, 2022 at 5:00 AM.
