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Marc Stern
Marc Stern was a candidate for the Position 31 seat on the King County Superior Court in Washington. He was defeated in the general election on November 8, 2016.
Campaign themes
2016
Stern provided the following statement for the Washington general election voters pamphlet:
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For decades, Marc has listened to, and helped, you, your friends and your neighbors facing the loss of their children, their homes, and their businesses. When you go to court, you have the right to a judge who understands your problems, understands the issues, and makes a fair decision that brings resolution. In part, Marc was inspired to run for judge in Position No. 31 after observing a serious failure of this process in the opposing candidate’s courtroom. Marc’s primary goal, however, is to put the breadth of his experience to work for the benefit of the residents of King County. Marc is running for Superior Court Judge because he believes that the primary duty of a judge is to resolve problems quickly, correctly and fairly. When people come to court it usually at a low point in their lives. They are entitled to a judge who will listen carefully, apply the law and make a decision promptly. This process, if followed, ensures that people will move on with their lives. Marc is a strong supporter of civil rights for everyone.[1][2] |
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| —Marc Stern (2016) | ||
Elections
2016
Washington held general elections for local judicial offices on November 8, 2016. Candidates for district and superior court seats had to file for election by May 20, 2016. Primary elections were held on August 2, 2016, for six seats where more than two candidates filed for election. Incumbent Helen Halpert defeated Marc Stern in the King Superior Court nonpartisan general election for Position 31.[3]
| King County Superior Court, Position 31 General Election, 2016 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Candidate | Vote % | Votes |
 Helen Halpert Incumbent |
78.66% | 612,953 |
| Marc Stern | 21.34% | 166,263 |
| Total Votes | 779,216 | |
| Source: Washington Secretary of State, "November 8, 2016 General Election Results," accessed November 13, 2016 | ||
Selection method
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See also
Footnotes
- ↑ Washington Secretary of State, "2016 General Election Voters Pamphlet," accessed October 24, 2016
- ↑ Note: This text is quoted verbatim from the original source. Any inconsistencies are attributable to the original source.
- ↑ Washington Secretary of State, "2016 Candidates Who Have Filed," accessed May 21, 2016
Federal courts:
Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals • U.S. District Court: Eastern District of Washington, Western District of Washington • U.S. Bankruptcy Court: Eastern District of Washington, Western District of Washington
State courts:
Washington Supreme Court • Washington Court of Appeals • Washington Superior Court • Washington District Courts • Washington Municipal Courts
State resources:
Courts in Washington • Washington judicial elections • Judicial selection in Washington
