Washington · 2026 Primary
A nonpartisan guide to every name on your Washington ballot — who they are, what they have done, and where they stand. Sourced from public records, not spin.
Voter guide reviewed June 4, 2026
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Governor and Congress down to local seats, with source-backed profiles.
Washington runs a top-two primary: every candidate for an office shares one ballot regardless of party, and the two highest vote-getters advance to November — sometimes two candidates from the same party.
Federal and statewide offices, state legislative seats, plus county and local races and any ballot measures. Your exact ballot depends on where you live.
See every Washington raceThe basics of voting in the Washington 2026 primary.
Washington's 2026 statewide primary is Tuesday, August 4, 2026. The general election follows on Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Many states mail ballots or open early voting ahead of primary day — check your county elections office for local options.
Washington runs a top-two primary: every candidate for an office shares one ballot regardless of party, and the two highest vote-getters advance to November — sometimes two candidates from the same party.
Confirm your status with our voter registration check, or register through your state's official portal. Many states also offer same-day or grace-period registration — your county elections office can confirm the deadlines that apply to you.
Your exact ballot depends on your address. Enter your ZIP code on our My Ballot page to see your specific races, or browse every Washington seat and candidate on our Washington hub.
Yes. Every candidate profile is built from public records — voting history, campaign finance filings, and official documents — with a source link on every claim. We do not endorse candidates or rank them by ideology.
Walk into the Washington primary knowing every name — what they have done, who funds them, and where they stand — instead of guessing in the booth.