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Please don’t be fooled by the recent hit piece mailer on Dave Paul. It is full of lies.

Lie 1: Crime is increasing in Washington. False. Crime has decreased significantly here. Certain types of crime increased during the shutdown: domestic violence, and robberies, but overall crime has decreased.

Lie 2: Dave Paul is anti-police. False. Dave Paul co-sponsored HB 1785 to ensure state troopers receive a competitive wage. Dave secured state funding to upgrade Skagit’s 911 emergency communications system, improving the safety of law enforcement officials and the public. Dave is endorsed by Oak Harbor Police Chief Kevin Dresker, Skagit County Sheriff Don McDermott, Washington State Troopers Association, Washington State Fraternal Order of the Police, and Washington State Council of Firefighters, as well as the Firefighters Local 66.

Honestly, Dave Paul works for everyday people, small businesses, children and students. He’s lowering healthcare costs for seniors and working families. He proposed a sales tax holiday during the pandemic and reformed B&O tax to provide tax relief for small businesses. He has a proven track record of supporting and passing bills that actually help people in our district.

I’m voting for Dave Paul for State Representative.

Allison Warner

Camano Island