Candidates across seven races for Seattle City Council report diverse contributions, with District 7's Bob Kettle leading the pack
As the 2023 election approaches, campaign contributions have emerged as a key indicator of financial support for candidates across the sevenIn District 1, the race between Maren Costa and Rob Saka is competitive. Costa has raised a total of $189,917 in contributions, while Saka has garnered more with $226,080. This fundraising battle signifies the importance of the seat in District 1. The district’s incumbent representative, Lisa Herbold, decided to bow out of the race in December 2022.
Joy Hollingsworth leads in contributions in District 3 with $217,762, demonstrating robust financial support. In contrast, Alex Hudson has reported $193,353 in contributions. “Striving to serve the public as a voice of reason during tumultuous times been an honor,” Pedersen said in a statement issued by his office. “But after 2023, my family will need me more than City Hall, and they are looking forward to having me back.”District 5 has seen Cathy Moore accumulate $152,660 in contributions, while ChrisTiana ObeySummer reports $137,503 in campaign funds. Both candidates are actively seeking financial support.
Lewis received 2,226 more votes than Kettle in the nonpartisan primary election. He defeated Jim Pugel for his first term in 2019.
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