Alex Newman (Edmonds City Council Position 3, Washington, candidate 2025)

Alex Newman

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Nonpartisan

Candidate, Edmonds City Council Position 3

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Last election

August 5, 2025

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Bachelor's

Cornell University

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University of Cambridge

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Executive Director

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Alex Newman is running for election to the Edmonds City Council Position 3 in Washington. He is on the ballot in the general election on November 4, 2025.^[source] He was on the ballot in the primary on August 5, 2025.^[source]

Newman completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2025. Click here to read the survey answers.

Biography

Alex Newman provided the following biographical information via Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey on July 7, 2025:

• Birth date: February 5, 1999
• Bachelor's: Cornell University
• Graduate: University of Cambridge
• Gender: Male
• Profession: Executive Director
• Incumbent officeholder: No
• Campaign slogan: Our parks are not for sale.
• Campaign website
• Campaign Facebook

Elections

General election

General election for Edmonds City Council Position 3

Erika Barnett and Alex Newman are running in the general election for Edmonds City Council Position 3 on November 4, 2025.

		Candidate
	Submit photo	Erika Barnett (Nonpartisan)
	Submit photo	Alex Newman (Nonpartisan)

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Nonpartisan primary election

Nonpartisan primary for Edmonds City Council Position 3

Joseph Ademofe, Erika Barnett, and Alex Newman ran in the primary for Edmonds City Council Position 3 on August 5, 2025.

		Candidate
		Joseph Ademofe (Nonpartisan)
	Submit photo	Erika Barnett (Nonpartisan)
	Submit photo	Alex Newman (Nonpartisan)

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Newman received the following endorsements. To send us additional endorsements, click here.

• Planned Parenthood Alliance Advocates
• Planned Parenthood Alliance Advocates of Washington
• Washington Conservation Action

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Alex Newman completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2025. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Newman's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I'm Alex Newman, a nonprofit executive and dedicated community advocate running for Edmonds City Council, Position 3. My background spans years of leadership in humanitarian and public-interest organizations, where I’ve managed tight budgets, responded to natural disasters, and led with compassion and accountability. I’m running to bring that same energy and experience to local government, with a strong focus on public safety, affordability, and environmental protection. I believe Edmonds deserves thoughtful, transparent leadership that delivers results and listens to the community.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

• Environmental Protection Our parks are not for sale. Public lands must stay public. I’ve worked on the frontlines of the climate crisis, and I know how urgent local action is. I’ll protect Edmonds’ natural spaces, invest in green infrastructure, and push for climate and community resilience policies which safeguard our community for future generations.
• Affordability Edmonds is becoming less affordable for working families, seniors, and young people. I’m committed to keeping Edmonds a place where people can live, work, and retire with dignity. That means expanding housing options, supporting renters, and making sure essential city services remain accessible.
• Public Safety with a Purpose Everyone deserves to feel safe. I support our first responders and also believe in community-based approaches that address the root causes of violence. I’ll advocate for stronger emergency preparedness, school safety, and violence prevention programs that protect all Edmonds residents.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

I’m passionate about advancing public safety, environmental stewardship, and affordability in Edmonds. I believe local government must act boldly and equitably from protecting our tree canopy, in all of our neighborhoods from Firdale to Meadowdale, and our shorelines, from the Sound to Lake Ballinger; to ensure housing stability and abundance, and well-resourced emergency response systems.

Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy?

The Righteous Mind - Why Good People are Divided by Politics and Religion by Jonathan Haidt is the most important book to understand why we are divided and how we can communicate across differences to work together toward common goals.

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

Integrity, accessibility, and transparency are essential traits for any elected official. I believe good governance begins with listening and culminates in action that reflects the needs of the people.

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

In addition to my work on public policy and community advocacy, I’ve led teams in crisis response, coordinated logistics in disaster zones, and delivered critical services with limited resources. Whether it’s managing our local Red Cross, leading large scale disaster responses across the country, or resettling thousands of Afghan allies in the US, know how to get things done under pressure, keep people informed, and build coalitions that solve real problems.

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

City Councilmembers define policy for everything from city budgets and infrastructure to zoning and emergency planning. They must balance long-term strategy with the everyday realities of residents, acting as both policymakers and community liaisons.

What organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign?

Snohomish County Democrats

Washington Conservation Action
21st Legislative District Democrats


Alliance for Gun Responsibility Victory Fund
Moms Demand Action


Senator Jesse Salomon


Councilmember Susan Paine


Councilmember Chris Eck


County Councilmember & Representative Strom Peterson


Representative Cindy Ryu


Representative Brandy Donaghy

Former Snohomish County Prosecutor Janice Ellis

What are your views on financial transparency and government accountability?

With Edmonds working through a financial crisis, we need proven leaders who can do more with less. As a non-profit executive, I’ve helped manage large-scale operations on small budgets and will bring that same resourceful, transparent approach to city spending and prioritizing what truly serves our residents.

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