Author: Leslie for Washington

CAMAS, WA– Joe Kent can’t be trusted to serve anyone except himself. He flip flops his positions based on whatever serves him best at that time. See for yourself:

In 2022, Kent was perfectly clear about his distaste for Jaime Herrera Beutler and the need to defeat her. Kent even went so far as to say that if Herrera Beutler was the nominee, he would BREAK the Republican Party.

Joe Kent revealed that he would not support Jaime Herrera Beutler, saying that he would “not vote for that Democrat” and that he would instead mount a write-in campaign as a way to “break” the Republican Party. Joe Kent showed us exactly who he was in 2022 – someone who when he does not get his way, throws a tantrum and threatens Republican voters. It is his way or the highway.

As Joe Kent tries to reinvent himself, members of the media covering the race for Washington’s Third Congressional Race need to ask: What has Joe Kent done to show that he can be trusted?

SHOT/CHASER: Joe Kent Flip Flops:

Joe Kent in 2022:

“I will not support Jaime Herrera Beutler, I won’t vote for that Democrat.”

“We can do a write in campaign and we can win with a write in campaign, it’s been done before in this District. I think we pick somebody between August and November and make that happen.”

“Jaime has not stood tall on one key conservative issue, whether it’s life; whether it’s the Second Amendment; whether it’s our border; Jaime has sold out and the establishment is fleecing us and our nation is being destroyed because of it.”

“So if we have to break the Republican party to get that point through in this election, then that’s what I’ll do, yes.” 

Joe Kent in 2024:

“Look, we’ve got to unify,” and “So I have no desire to get into a back and forth with another Republican. Republicans need to unify if we want to win.”

“[Herrera Beutler] is a strong Republican candidate for this job and I will do whatever I can to help her win.”

To learn more about Leslie and her run for Congress, visit here.
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CAMAS, WA – Today, Marie Gluesenkamp Perez called on President Biden to step aside to try and save her political career after supporting his radical agenda since she took office. Leslie Lewallen, candidate for Washington’s 3rd Congressional District, released the following statement in response:

“Over the last two years, Marie Gluesenkamp Perez has supported Joe Biden’s radical spending, wide-open borders, and anti-Second Amendment legislation. She has insulted Washington families by telling them that no one is worried about the border crisis and praises Biden’s disastrous agenda. Now, she is doing everything that she can to distance herself to try and save her political career. It’s too little, too late and I will work to ensure voters know that Marie Gluesenkamp Perez is another spineless politician who will say whatever she can to save herself.”

To learn more about Leslie and her run for Congress, visit here.
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CAMAS, WA – Winning for Women, a federal PAC supporting conservative women running for federal office, announced a $300,000 investment supporting Leslie Lewallen in WA-03. The investment is for mail pieces and texting to propel Lewallen to victory in the August primary.

“I am thankful to have Winning for Women’s support in my race as I continue to share my vision for our country with families across the district,” said Leslie Lewallen, candidate for WA-03. “This investment will help share our plan to turn Southwest Washington around and propel our campaign across the finish line. I am running for Congress because I understand the real problems hurting our communities and am ready to step up and fight for our families in D.C.”

To learn more about Leslie and her run for Congress, visit here.
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CAMAS, WA – Over the holiday weekend, Marie Gluesenkamp Perez, one of the most vulnerable Democrats in the House of Representatives, tried to distance herself from Joe Biden after it became clear to the American people that her party was hiding his decline.

Gluesenkamp Perez told KATU that “Biden is going to lose to Trump,” and quickly distanced herself from the president that she has met with numerous times in the White House. Glusenkamp Perez is panicking as she plays cleanup after lying to the American people for her entire political career.

Gluesenkamp Perez’s decision to run away from Joe Biden leaves many important questions unanswered. Every reporter should be asking Marie Gluesenkamp Perez:

-Do you still support Joe Biden?

-Do you think Joe Biden is fit to be President?

-Why did you spend years hiding Joe Biden’s mental decline?

Bottom line: Gluesenkamp Perez is gaslighting Southwest Washington about her role in our wide-open border, skyrocketing prices, and supporting a president who is not physically or mentally fit to lead our country.

To learn more about Leslie and her run for Congress, visit here.
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CAMAS, WA – On Thursday, hundreds of millions of Americans will celebrate our freedoms and independence. An integral part of the celebration will include fireworks with more than 14,000 displays lighting up the skies across the country. Symbolizing the “rockets red glare – bombs bursting in air” in the Star Spangled Banner, fireworks are a reminder of our collective values of freedom and unity as a nation.

Unfortunately, in 2024, there is a strong movement against celebrating America – or anything that symbolizes the love of our country. The American flag is seen as divisive and young people would rather fly flags praising terrorist groups than our own. July 4th celebrations spark yearly calls to ban fireworks and inspire more government regulation and intervention, as a result.

The State of Washington provides a framework for regulating fireworks, and many local jurisdictions, like Camas, have enacted their own measures tailored to local concerns.

“I will always fight to protect our rights and keep the government out of our homes, pocketbooks, and lives,” said Leslie Lewallen, candidate for WA-03. “Fireworks are a quintessential part of celebrating America and one of my favorite parts of July 4th. I will always celebrate our great country and encourage patriotism.”

To learn more about Leslie and her run for Congress, visit here.
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CAMAS, WA – Today, former Washington State Representative Richard DeBolt announced his endorsement of Leslie Lewallen for WA-03.

In his endorsement, Richard DeBolt said, “Leslie Lewallen is an effective leader and is committed to our community and the improvement of our beautiful state. Leslie has shown her ability to achieve results and her understanding of the issues important to Washingtonians makes her the ideal candidate to represent Southwest Washington in Congress. I fully endorse Leslie Lewallen for Congress and I am confident she will be the voice Washington’s 3rd Congressional District needs.”

Following this endorsement, Leslie Lewallen said, “I am honored to receive former State Representative Richard DeBolt’s endorsement. He served Washington in the House of Representatives for decades and I look forward to being a strong voice for our district, and will address the issues that matter most to our community.”

Richard DeBolt served in the Washington House of Representatives from 1997 to 2021, representing the 20th district and serving as House Republican Leader from 2004-2005 and 2006-2013. He also served as the Ranking Republican on the House Capital Budget Committee. DeBolt is currently the Executive Director of the Lewis Economic Development Council and has been a Lewis County resident for over 25 years.

The Lewallen campaign continues to receive endorsements from a dynamic group of supporters from every walk of life and background – demonstrating that Leslie is the best candidate to represent the diverse voters of Southwest Washington. While Marie Gluesenkamp Perez actively votes against the interests of WA-03 constituents, Leslie Lewallen will fight to show voters that there is a better path forward.

To learn more about Leslie and her endorsements, click here.

To learn more about Leslie and her run for Congress, visit here.
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CAMAS, WA – Today, William Oltman, professor emeritus at Seattle University School of Law, announced his endorsement of Leslie Lewallen for WA-03.

On announcing his endorsement, Professor Oltman said: “Leslie Lewallen is an exceptional person and we are fortunate that someone of this caliber is willing to uproot herself and take our fight to Washington. She is also an exceptional lawyer and she is most capable to handle and face the issues raised in DC. I am a Professor of Law, Emeritus from Seattle University School of Law and Leslie was one of the best students I have had in my classes. Beyond that academic success, I am most impressed by her common sense and how well grounded she is, has always been. We desperately need that in the current Congress. She is the person I want to represent me and my family in Washington DC!”

Leslie Lewallen, on receiving this endorsement, said: “I was so fortunate to have Professor Oltman in law school. He was the type of teacher that every student hopes for – patient, easy to understand and deeply interested in the lives and welfare of his students. Receiving his endorsement is humbling, and I am so thankful for his continued interest and investment in my life. Restoring law and order begins by enforcing the laws we already have, and ensuring our law enforcement has all the support and resources they need. This will be a top priority when I am in office, and I look forward to delivering for the hardworking families and residents of WA-03.“

Professor Oltman received his Bachelor’s degree from the University of Wisconsin and went on to graduate cum laude from the University of Michigan School of Law. His teaching experience includes time at the Indianapolis Law School as well as Victoria University in Wellington, New Zealand. He joined the faculty at Seattle University School of Law in 1974, specializing in property, community property, estate planning and taxation as well as trusts and estates.

The Lewallen campaign continues to receive endorsements from a dynamic group of supporters from every walk of life and background- demonstrating, yet again, that Leslie is the best candidate to represent the diverse voters of Southwest Washington. While Marie Gluesenkamp Perez actively votes against the interests of WA-03 constituents, Leslie Lewallen will fight to show voters that there is a better path forward.

To learn more about Leslie and her endorsements, click here.

To learn more about Leslie and her run for Congress, visit here.
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CAMAS, WA – Today, the Supreme Court ruled that our local municipalities have the right to manage the homelessness crisis affecting communities across Washington and our country. Leslie Lewallen, candidate for Congress in WA-03 released the following statement:

“Today is a great day for Southwest Washington! The Supreme Court’s common-sense decision will keep our communities safe and curb the homeless crisis ravaging our communities. Every day, people in Southwest Washington are on the front-lines working with the homeless community and know that there is not a one-size-fits-all solution. The Supreme Court’s decision rightly returns power to our local governments and gives them the authority that they need to help homeless individuals and give them the support they need.”

In a 6-3 decision, The Supreme Court ruled in Grants Pass v. Johnson that efforts to address or tackle homeless individuals for sleeping on public property when there is no available shelter does not violate the 8th Amendment.

To learn more about Leslie and her run for Congress, visit here.
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