Mission
The purpose of the Washington Stonewall Democrats shall be:
a) To promote the highest level of civic engagement among LGBTQ+ people
b) To foster within them an active interest in governmental affairs
c) To promote their involvement within all levels of the Democratic Party
d) To further the principles of justice and egalitarianism, and
e) To further the acquisition of political power by LGBTQ+ people
f) To promote the ideals and principles of the Democratic Party.
g) To assist in the selection and election of Democratic candidates, especially those of LGBTQ+ identity, for public office.
h) To increase citizen participation in government and their communities.
Joshua Fike
Chair - He/Him
Josh is from Federal Way and pursuing a Master's in Public Administration from Evergreen State. He is a State Committee Member representing the 30th LD, volunteers with the LGBTQ Allyship South King County Housing Committee, and facilitates an online resource group for youth through Lambert House.
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Niko Battle
Vice Chair - West 1 - They/Them
Info to be updated soon!
Felipe Rodriguez-Flores
Vice Chair - Eastern WA - He/His
Info to be updated soon!
Patti Dailey
Treasurer - They/Them
Patti Dailey has served the party at many levels in Pierce County. They came to the Washington Stonewall Dems as an ally for their son, and came out as non-binary themself several years ago. A graduate of the U of O School of Law, they have long been a strong advocate for equity, diversity and inclusion both at work and in their personal life.
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Jayce Wright
Vice Chair At-Large - He/Him
Info to be updated soon!
Melissa Dunbar
Vice Chair - West 2 - She/Her
Melissa identifies as bi, her mother is Cree and father was German. She is a witch, activist, and a warrior. She is a PCO and a State Committee Member in the 29th LD. She is a SENCo board bember and a WEA/TEA union member. "I'm out here working to change the paradigm. People over profit. Love over hate. Equity over equality. Housing first. Universal Healthcare. Love is love. Always alive in possibility and in search of delicious randomness."
Rory Summerson
Secretary - He/Him
Info to be updated soon!