J. Graham Ralston
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J. Graham Ralston (independent) ran for election to the U.S. House to represent Washington's 6th Congressional District. He lost in the primary on August 6, 2024.
Ralston completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. Click here to read the survey answers.
Biography
J. Graham Ralston was born in Port Angeles, Washington. He graduated from Port Angeles High School. He earned a bachelor's degree from the University of Washington in 2003 and a law degree from Seattle University School of Law in 2009. His career experience includes working as an attorney, businessman, and executive at the U.S. Department of Transportation.[1]
Elections
2024
See also: Washington's 6th Congressional District election, 2024
Washington's 6th Congressional District election, 2024 (August 6 top-two primary)
General election
General election for U.S. House Washington District 6
Emily Randall defeated Drew MacEwen in the general election for U.S. House Washington District 6 on November 5, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ |  | Emily Randall (D) | 57.4 | 167,827 |
 | Drew MacEwen (R) | 42.6 | 124,717 | |
| Total votes: 292,544 | |||
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Nonpartisan primary election
Nonpartisan primary for U.S. House Washington District 6
Emily Randall and Drew MacEwen defeated Hilary Franz, Janis Clark, and J. Graham Ralston in the primary for U.S. House Washington District 6 on August 6, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Emily Randall (D) | 34.3 | 80,249 |
| ✔ | | Drew MacEwen (R) | 30.2 | 70,513 |
 | Hilary Franz (D) | 24.7 | 57,824 | |
 | Janis Clark (R) | 7.6 | 17,665 | |
 | J. Graham Ralston (Independent) | 3.1 | 7,235 | |
| Other/Write-in votes | 0.1 | 188 | ||
| Total votes: 233,674 | |||
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Kate Dean (D)
- Derek Kilmer (D)
- Elizabeth Kreiselmaier (R)
Endorsements
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Ballotpedia did not identify endorsements for Ralston in this election.
Campaign themes
2024
Ballotpedia survey responses
See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection
J. Graham Ralston completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Ralston's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.
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As a fifth-generation resident of Clallam County, I have a profound connection to our district and a deep understanding of both its challenges and opportunities. My great-great grandfather first arrived at Port Townsend in 1889 and went on to serve as the first superior court judge of Clallam County. I hope to continue this legacy of service as an independent, prioritizing people before party.
With over seven years of senior federal experience in Washington, DC, I served as the youngest senior executive leading a national small business program at the U.S. Department of Transportation. This role involved direct collaborations with White House staff, Members of Congress, and various stakeholders, empowering me to effectively address national issues from infrastructure to economic development.
Returning to Port Angeles in 2019, I established Ralston Law, focusing on estate planning and business law, and provided vital legal support to local businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic.
My campaign prioritizes addressing inflation, economic stability, and improved healthcare for all residents. As the only candidate with extensive experience in DC and a solid grounding in our local issues, I offer a balanced approach to governance. I pledge to put people over politics, focusing solely on the best interests of the residents of the 6th District and not of corporate or party interests.
- Fighting inflation and taxes Inflation is an additional tax that you're being forced to pay. Standard items for living are up over 20% in the last two years. I will tackle inflation head-on and fight for tax relief that energizes our economy and puts money back in your pocket. By advocating for efficient government spending and supporting policies that stimulate job growth and local businesses, we can build a stronger, more resilient 6th District.
- Jobs and economy I have experience as a current small business owner and I led the U.S. Department of Transportation's small business office for over 7 years. My experience being hands on and knowledge of Government benefits and programs provides a unique advantage over other candidates to deliver value to the people and businesses of the 6th district.
- Healthcare Affordable, accessible healthcare is a right, not a privilege. I will work tirelessly to lower healthcare costs, expand coverage options, and improve the quality of care for all residents of the 6th District. Together, we can ensure that no one has to choose between their health and their financial security. When we remove corruption from DC, we can get sensible policies in place for healthcare.
Less government is good government
I believe in efficient government, not bloated bureaucracy. Community and state government is more personalized to our needs as citizens. The Federal government is bloated with costs, inefficient, and exerting too much power over the citizens by reducing freedoms and liberties as exampled during COVID lockdowns. By streamlining processes, cutting unnecessary regulations, and returning more power to community governments - we can make government more responsive and less intrusive, ensuring it serves the people effectively without overstepping its bounds.
Cleaning my father's small business office, Ralston & Ralston insurance.
Term limits
Tired of our politicians being sold to the highest bidder or working for their party, instead of you? To bring new ideas and energy to Congress, I staunchly support a six-year term limit for all representatives. This commitment to term limits is about fostering accountability and preventing the entrenchment of power, ensuring that our leaders remain focused on serving the people, not prolonging their political careers.
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Campaign website
Ralston’s campaign website stated the following:
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Fighting inflation and taxes Inflation is an additional tax that you're being forced to pay. Standard items for living are up over 20% in the last two years. I will tackle inflation head-on and fight for tax relief that energizes our economy and puts money back in your pocket.
I have experience as a current small business owner and I led the U.S. Department of Transportation's small business office for over 7 years. My hands on experience and knowledge of government benefits and programs provides a unique advantage over other candidates to deliver value to the people and businesses of the 6th district.
Affordable, accessible healthcare is a right, not a privilege. I will work tirelessly to lower healthcare costs, expand coverage options, and improve the quality of care for all residents of the 6th district. Together, we can ensure that no one has to choose between their health and their financial security. When we remove corruption from DC, we can get sensible policies in place for healthcare.
My community is not the same as when I grew up. The rise of opioid use, the non-enforcement of store theft, and the lack of government strategy around homelessness and mental health issues place a serious strain on the safety and economics of small communities. We need to support first responders with the resources they need.
We must strengthen our borders to prevent illegal immigration for the safety and financial security of all Americans. Immigration must be done legally and through frameworks already established by our representatives.
Tired of our politicians being sold to the highest bidder or working for their party, instead of you? To bring new ideas and energy to Congress, I staunchly support a six-year term limit for all representatives. This commitment to term limits is about fostering accountability and preventing the entrenchment of power.
Smaller government better serves the needs of the community and reduces taxes.
As artificial intelligence reshapes industries, strategic political planning is essential to prepare tomorrow’s workforce for the emerging realities of the job market. It is crucial for policymakers to foster education and training programs that equip workers with the AI skills needed to thrive, ensuring that technological advancement leads to opportunities rather than displacement.
Individuals should have the right to bodily autonomy. This pro choice extends not only to women for abortion rights but to all people when facing a choice regarding control of their bodies, specifically the COVID-19 vaccine. Any mandatory vaccine requirement for COVID-19 was a misstep and abuse of power by the Government. [2] |
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| —J. Graham Ralston’s campaign website (2024)[3] | ||
Campaign finance summary
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See also
2024 Elections
External links
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Footnotes
- ↑ Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on June 3, 2024
- ↑ Note: This text is quoted verbatim from the original source. Any inconsistencies are attributable to the original source.
- ↑ J. Graham Ralston for Congress, “Issues,” accessed July 21, 2024
