The nine elected executives serve a four-year term. All run independently. The Superintendent of Public Instruction may not declare a partisan affiliation. They are listed in their order of ascension to the office of Governor.
The Washington State Government website has more information about the duties and responsibilites of these positions.
Governor Locke has decided not to run for a third term. Three Democrats have stepped forward.
| Ron Sims - King County Executive | Christine Gregoire - Attorney General |
Christine Gregoire has decided to run for Governor in 2004. There are already several people campaigning for the Attorney General position. Click here to learn more.