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Washington · Washington Legislative District 17 · Updated Oct 16, 2026

Ben Christly

Democratic2 seatsTop two

2026 race · Washington Legislative District 17

73% chance of winning · race rated Lean D

73%27%

88% chance of winning · race rated Likely D

88%12%
● Ben Christly● Kevin WatersINCAlso: Diana Perez (D), David Stuebe (R)
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