Endorsements
"We learned over the past several years that the best way to fight racism and stereotypes is to elect leaders who look like America, give young people role models and hope, and are in positions of leadership to fight back for all of us. Bruce Harrell is the mayor Seattle needs at this moment in our national reckoning with structural racism."
"At this time in our changing and divided City, we need Bruce Harrell to help us heal, and lead the way forward. Just as I worked to center our city policies around kids and the future, Bruce is uniquely positioned to build unity around shared values and help every child – and family – get the opportunity and future they deserve. We need his proven experience, deep commitment to healthy families, and steadfast voice for racial justice in the office of Seattle Mayor.”
“Bruce will be an excellent mayor because he has the personal experience and proven record to protect our communities – and unite Seattle around shared values of inclusion and opportunity. I have known Bruce for years as a leader with passion, integrity, and a deep commitment to the AAPI and all marginalized communities.”
“Asian-owned businesses were particularly hard hit over the past year, once the former President began scapegoating and mocking the Asian community. I know Bruce will work overtime to build a dialogue of support, and work tirelessly to end the violence and intimidation in our communities.”
“Bruce Harrell is the mayor we need at this moment in our history, as we confront structural racism and push reforms that help build an equitable and just future for all. We trust Bruce to address the urgent need for police reform and accountability, expand housing and restorative programs for low income, homeless and vulnerable populations, and speak out against hate and discrimination in all forms.”
"Bruce has an unmatched record of support for Black and community of color owned businesses, and making sure we open the doors for contracting opportunities, training and mentorship, and support in tough times. As Seattle’s Mayor, Bruce will be a champion for shared priorities of equity, opportunity and prosperity across Seattle."
"Black owned small businesses were among the hardest hit in the pandemic, and Seattle is at risk of losing the next generation of Black entrepreneurs due to high startup costs and lack of capital and opportunity. I have known Bruce personally for more than three decades and believe that he will be a mayor we can count on to unite our city and build a stronger, more inclusive city where all can thrive."
Elected Officials
- Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland
- State Senator Jesse Salomon, 32nd LD
- State Representative Steve Bergquist, 11th LD
- State Representative Sharon Tomiko Santos, 37th LD
- State Representative Cindy Ryu, 32nd LD
- King County Assessor John Wilson
- Seattle Port Commissioner Peter Steinbrueck
- Seattle School Board Member Brandon Hersey
- Renton City Councilmember Ed Prince
- Seattle Mayor Norm Rice (former)
- State Senator George Fleming (former)
- State Representative Dawn Mason (former)
- State Representative Nita Rinehart (former)
- County Councilmember Larry Gossett (former)
- Port Commissioner Tom Albro (former)
- Seattle City Councilmember David Della (former)
- Seattle City Councilmember Jan Drago (former)
- Seattle City Councilmember Abel Pacheco (former)
- Seattle City Councilmember Tom Rasmussen (former)
- Seattle School Board Member Betty Patu (former)
Community Leaders
Bruce is proudly endorsed by community members across Seattle, including leaders in the city’s AAPI and Black communities.
- Warren Ackervick
- Kateesha Atterberry
- Harry Bailey, Former Seattle Police Chief
- Julie Barwick
- Chris Bennett, Sr.
- Jada Berteaux
- William Bradford, Former Dean, UW School of Business
- Pastor Leslie Braxton
- Grover Cleveland
- Nia Cottrell
- Felicia Cross
- Elmer Dixon
- Francis Eugenio
- Hayward Evans
- Levi Fisher
- Sara Franklin-Phillips, WA State African American Affairs Commissioner
- Phillip Fujii
- Ollie Garrett, Business Leader
- Carver Gayton
- Tag Gleason
- Virginia Gleason
- Anthony (Tony) Gomez
- Chase Gunnell
- Gerald Hankerson
- Monisha Harrell
- Joanne Harrell
- Daniel Higa
- Warren Higa
- Taylor Hoang
- Hilary Hoar Myerberg
- Gene Hoglund
- Joy Hollingsworth
- Lem Howell
- Elaine Ikoma Ko
- Marlinda K. Johnson
- Dr. Brent Jones
- Roberto Jourdan
- Craig Kairis
- John Keegan
- Robert Kessin
- Fred Kiga
- Perry Lee
- Jerry Lee
- Keith Leitich
- Edwina Martin-Arnold
- Carl Mack
- Tim Mather
- Dr. Lawrence Matsuda
- Karen Matsuda
- Andy Miller
- Laura Mitchell
- Zack Moore
- Tomio Moriguchi
- Darling Nava
- Jill Nishi
- George Northcroft
- Paul Patu
- Laura Peterson
- Darrell Powell
- Mian Rice
- David Richardson
- Carolyn Riley-Payne, President, NAACP Seattle King County
- Julius Caesar Robinson
- Lewis Rudd, Business Leader
- Chukundi Salisbury
- Paula Sardinas, State Commissioner, African American Affairs
- Rene Singleton
- Gerald Smith
- Steve Sneed
- George Staggers
- Patricia May Straker
- Harold Taniguchi
- Marc Taylor
- Tony To
- Sam Violette
- Ron Ward
- Mo West
- Janie White, Education Leader
- Bishop Reggie Witherspoon
- Michael Yasutake
- John Yasutake
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