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Jeff Coughlin (Kitsap County Commissioner Board District 2, Washington, candidate 2024)
Jeff Coughlin (Democratic Party) ran for election to the Kitsap County Commissioner Board District 2 in Washington. He was on the ballot in the primary on August 6, 2024.[source]
Coughlin completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. Click here to read the survey answers.
[1]Biography
Jeff Coughlin provided the following biographical information via Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey on July 7, 2024:
- Birth date: August 4, 1985
- High school: University High School
- Bachelor's: Emory University, 2007
- PhD: New Mexico State University, 2012
- Other: University of Washington, 2019
- Gender: Male
- Profession: Scientist
- Prior offices held:
- Councilmember (2022-Prsnt)
- Incumbent officeholder: No
- Campaign slogan: Bridging Our Future
- Campaign website
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Elections
General election
General election for Kitsap County Commissioner Board District 2
Sean Murphy and Oran Root ran in the general election for Kitsap County Commissioner Board District 2 on November 5, 2024.
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| Sean Murphy (R) | ||
| Oran Root (R) | ||
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Nonpartisan primary election
Nonpartisan primary for Kitsap County Commissioner Board District 2
The following candidates ran in the primary for Kitsap County Commissioner Board District 2 on August 6, 2024.
Candidate | ||
 | Jeff Coughlin (D) | |
 | Matt Macklin (D) | |
| Stacey Smith (D) | ||
| Sean Murphy (R) | ||
| Oran Root (R) | ||
| Paul Nuchims (Abe Lincoln Democrat Party) | ||
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Election results
Endorsements
To view Coughlin's endorsements as published by their campaign, click here. Ballotpedia did not identify endorsements for Coughlin in this election.
Campaign themes
Ballotpedia survey responses
See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection
Jeff Coughlin completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Coughlin's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.
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With a PhD in Astronomy and experience as a Director at NASA, I bring scientific expertise and project management skills to public service. I am also a certified Project Management Professional, skilled in data-driven problem-solving.
Community service is central to my career. I have served as a Planning Commissioner, long-term volunteer Director of the Kitsap History Museum, founding member of the Alliance for Equitable Healthcare, and community beautification organizer, reflecting my commitment to enhancing residents' quality of life.
I have collaborated on regional boards across Kitsap and Puget Sound, uniting diverse communities for common-sense, community-driven solutions. My connections with elected officials at all levels help leverage resources and partnerships benefiting South Kitsap and the county.
Endorsed by many local leaders and driven by a passion for service, I am committed to bridging our future by uniting communities and tackling challenges. I humbly ask for your support to build a thriving, inclusive, and sustainable county for all.- Proven Leadership and Experience I bring proven leadership and extensive experience as a City Councilmember and Council President, having successfully addressed critical issues such as Attainable Housing, Sustainable Growth, Healthcare Access, Transportation, Economic Vitality, Small Business Support, Public Safety, and Social Services. My background as a PhD Scientist and former NASA Director, along with my Project Management Professional certification, equips me with the skills to implement data-driven, practical solutions that benefit our community.
- Deep Commitment to Community Service My deep commitment to community service is demonstrated through my roles as a Planning Commissioner, long-term volunteer Director of the Kitsap History Museum, founding member of the Alliance for Equitable Healthcare, and community beautification organizer. These roles reflect my dedication to enhancing the quality of life for all residents. I am passionate about uniting diverse communities — rural, urban, nonprofit, governmental, and business sectors — to create common-sense, community-driven solutions.
- Collaboration and Partnership Collaboration and partnership are at the heart of my approach. I have served on regional boards across Kitsap and Puget Sound, working to unite diverse communities for the common good. My extensive connections with elected officials at all levels enable me to leverage resources and partnerships that benefit South Kitsap and the entire county. Endorsed by numerous local leaders and driven by a passion for service, I am committed to bridging our future and building a thriving, inclusive, and sustainable county for all.
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See also
2024 Elections
External links
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