In three terms in Olympia, state Rep. Drew Stokesbary has emerged as a sharp, energetic voice for a fast-growing suburban constituency. Voters in the 31st Legislative District have an easy choice to return the Auburn Republican to Olympia in the Aug. 4 primary.

I’m especially honored to be endorsed by Children’s Campaign Fund. CCF “provides a non-partisan, collective voice and means for the people of Washington state to elect leaders who will put kids first, and to hold them accountable for supporting the whole child.”

Stokesbary’s missteps have been few. When he votes, it generally comes after thoughtful consideration. He’s agile on an array of issues, from health care to transportation with an ear tuned to middle-class concerns.

Voters in the 31st Legislative District should re-elect the Auburn Republican so he can continue working collaboratively within his party and with Democrats.