News
May 29, 2008
Stephanie Kountouros to hold Town Hall Meetings
40th District senatorial candidate Stephanie Kountouros invites local citizens to give voice to local and state issues in an open forum. The discussion will include such challenges facing our state as the environment, health care, and public education, but all topics are welcome. Kountouros encourages everyone to take part in shaping the upcoming election and learn about her positions. Kountouros strongly believes in giving voters opportunities to discuss current issues with her while building and strengthening community. Add your voice; focus on the issues facing us as a state and as a nation in the upcoming election. We hope to see you all there!
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Town Hall Locations |
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Bellingham Tuesday,
June 3 7:00PM–9:00PM Bellingham
Public Library Cost: free |
Orcas Thursday,
June 5 6:00PM–7:30PM Eastsound
Fire Station, Orcas Island Cost: free
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April 18, 2008
Stephanie Kountouros declares candidacy for 40th LD State Senate
A long-time community activist who has lived in the 40th LD for over 13 years, Stephanie Kountouros will bring the crucial perspective of a community leader, social worker, and grassroots organizer to the legislature.
Stephanie galvanized the community as Coordinator of Whatcom for Obama. She led and channeled the enthusiasm for Obama’s campaign into a well-organized grassroots movement and brought together loyal democrats, independents, and a few Republicans to form a lasting community motivated by hope. National campaign leaders noted that Whatcom County’s efforts were the most organized and effective in the nation.
Stephanie has worked professionally with survivors of domestic violence, people with AIDS, mental health and chemical dependency issues. Her work in the social services field includes children surviving sexual abuse and homeless and runaway teenagers. A staunch advocate, she is dedicated to championing these issues in Olympia.
Stephanie takes pride in working with crucial issues facing our citizens. Compelled to work for long-term change in these areas, she pursued a Masters in Social Work and will graduate June, 2008. Focusing on social justice, her research includes immigration rights, discrimination and issues of aging and labor/poverty issues.
Stephanie is dedicated to active, accountable representation. As a Washington State Platform Representative, she works hard to identify key issues and ensure that all candidates commit to democratic values.
She understands that effective legislation takes more than representatives. It is the strength and organization of community coming together to support and champion issues that gets things done. Stephanie pledges to listen to the concerns of her constituents and build partnership with voters.