Cindy Carter
Former hospital lab worker who homeschooled four children. Vows to repeal the state income tax her opponent voted for; also wants fiscal responsibility, ferry and bridge fixes and better schools.
40th Legislative District
San Juan, Skagit, Whatcom counties. 4 candidates, in alphabetical order, on Washington's Nov. 3, 2026 general election ballot. Summaries are paraphrased from each candidate's own statement in Washington's voters' guide.
Take the Washington quizGuess each candidate's party from their photo alone.
State House, Legislative District 40, Pos. 1
Debra Lekanoff
Eight-year incumbent with over 30 years in public service, from salmon recovery to treaty rights. Focused on affordability, salmon and the Salish Sea, unions, reproductive freedom and new ferries.
State House, Legislative District 40, Pos. 2
Alex Ramel
Three-term state rep, House Majority Whip and clean-energy organizer. Helped cap rent increases and tax millionaires to fund free lunches for kids; pushes bold climate action. 100% pro-choice.
Joseph Segault
Lists no experience in the voters' guide. Says if you're happy with the direction of things, don't vote for him; opposes rising taxes and living costs.
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