May 22, 2013
Rep. Dave Reichert (R-Wash.)
- District: 8th District, Southeastern Seattle suburbs and central Cascade Mountains
- Residence: Auburn
- Born: August 29, 1950; Detroit Lakes, Minn.
- Religion: Lutheran - Missouri Synod
- Family: Wife, Julie Reichert; three children
- Education: Concordia College (Ore.), A.A. 1970
- Military Service: Air Force Reserve 1971-76
- Political Highlights: King County sheriff, 1997-2005; U.S. House, 2005-present
- Elected: Elected: 2004 (5th term)
- Committee Assignments: Ways & Means (Human Resources - Chairman; Trade)
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State Information: 8th District, Southeastern Seattle suburbs and central Cascade Mountains
| Year | Election | Candidate | Votes | Percent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | general | Dave Reichert (R) | 180,204 | 59.6% |
| Karen Porterfield (D) | 121,886 | 40.3% |
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