When it comes to civic engagement, 47% of Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) voters say AAPI-serving organizations are their most trusted messengers.
Northwest Asian Weekly 2026 General Election Endorsements
Northwest Asian Weekly presents its endorsements for the 2026 General Election.
WA voters should receive general election ballots today
If you haven’t already received your ballot, expect them by Friday, Oct. 16, as county elections offices statewide mail ballots to more than 5.1 million registered voters for the Nov. 3 general election.
(Editorial) Northwest Asian Weekly Endorsement Board Recommends for Legislative District 10, Position 1, State Representative: Clyde Shavers
Washington State Representative Clyde Shavers: Advancing affordability, access and protection for communities
(Editorial) Northwest Asian Weekly Endorsement Board Recommends for Seattle City Council, Position 8: Tanya Woo
Seattle City Councilmember Tanya Woo: A voice for Seattle’s AAPI community and advocate for safety, opportunity and equity
(Editorial) Northwest Asian Weekly Endorsement Board Recommends for Legislative District 41, Position 2, State Representative: My-Linh Thai
Washington State Representative My-Linh Thai: Uplifting AAPI voices for resilience and inclusion
(Editorial) Northwest Asian Weekly Endorsement Board Recommends for Legislative District 28, State Senator: T’wina Nobles
Washington Senator T’wina Nobles: Advocating for AAPI communities and representation
(Editorial) Northwest Asian Weekly Endorsement Board Recommends for Legislative District 27, State Senator: Yasmin Trudeau
Washington Senator Yasmin Trudeau: A Champion for AAPI voices and community-driven solutions
(Editorial) Northwest Asian Weekly Endorsement Board Recommends for Commissioner of Public Lands: Dave Upthegrove
King County Councilmember Dave Upthegrove for Lands Commissioner: A dedicated leader for equity, environmental conservation, and a sustainable future
(Editorial) Northwest Asian Weekly Endorsement Board Recommends for Attorney General: Nick Brown
Nick Brown for Attorney General: Committed to justice, equity, and safety for Washington’s AAPI Communities