Fred Grant (Washington)
Fred Grant (Democratic Party) is running for election for Governor of Washington. He is on the ballot in the primary on August 6, 2024.[source]
Grant completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. Click here to read the survey answers.
Biography
Fred Grant was born in Marietta, Georgia. He earned a high school diploma from Walton High School and a bachelor's degree from Georgia State University in 2010. His career experience includes working in marketing and mass media and communications and as a media consultant, video producer, and game developer.[1]
Elections
2024
See also: Washington gubernatorial election, 2024
The following candidates are running in the primary for Governor of Washington on August 6, 2024. Do you want a spreadsheet of this type of data? Contact our sales team.Nonpartisan primary for Governor of Washington
Ricky Anthony (D) Semi Bird (R) Brian Bogen (No party preference)
A.L. Brown (R)
Edward Cale (D) Jim Clark (No party preference)
William Combs (Independent) Jeff Curry (Independent)
Jim Daniel (R)
Frank Dare (Independent)
Michael DePaula (L) Bob Ferguson (D)
Fred Grant (D) Cassondra Hanson (D)
Bill Hirt (R)
Jennifer Hoover (R) Chaytan Inman (D) EL'ona Kearney (D) Leon Lawson (Trump Republican Party) Alan Makayev (Nonsense Busters Party) Rosetta Marshall-Williams (Independence Party) Brad Mjelde (No party preference)
Mark Mullet (D)
Dave Reichert (R)
Don Rivers (D) Andre Stackhouse (G)
Alex Tsimerman (Standup-America Party)
Martin Wheeler (R)
Ambra Mason (Constitution Party) (Write-in) Bobbie Samons (No party preference) (Write-in) = candidate completed the Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey.
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Robert Benjamin Ferguson (D)
- Raul Garcia (R)
- Tim Ford (R)
- Geoff Nelson (Constitution Party)
- Tony Tasmaly (R)
- Kriss Schuler (R)
- Eric Nelson (No party preference)
- Reggie Grant (D)
- Laurel Khan (R)
- Daniel Miller (R)
- Robert Arthur Ferguson (D)
- Hilary Franz (D)
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Campaign themes
2024
Ballotpedia survey responses
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Fred Grant completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Grant's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.
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Fred Grant, a distinguished mass media and communications professional, is running for governor of Washington State. His lineage boasts a heritage deeply intertwined with Washington’s past—his great-great-grandfather served as the Editor-in-Chief of the Seattle Post-Intelligencer, a prominent member of the inaugural Washington State legislature, and an esteemed envoy to Bolivia under President Benjamin Harrison. Driven by a passionate belief in amplifying the voice of his generation, Fred seeks to unite a divided nation and honor his family’s legacy by leading with strength, innovation, and a commitment to unifying a state that holds both his heritage and his aspirations. Join Fred Grant on a transformative journey towards a united and empowered Washington State.
- More than one-in-three American labor force participants (35%) are Millennials, making them the largest generation in the U.S. labor force. However, Millennials are severely under-represented in our government.
- As a candidate for governor of the state of Washington, I want to bring fresh and new ideas to our government and solve problems by thinking outside of the box. I will work to create a government that is more transparent, accountable, and efficient.
- I am committed to making Washington a great place to live, work, and raise a family. My vision is to make Washington a leading state for other states to follow its example.
Fred Grant is committed to addressing mental health challenges by creating a robust system that provides accessible and comprehensive mental health resources for every resident. Fred is also committed to fighting climate change, protecting forests and wildlife, and promoting sustainable practices to keep Washington green and clean. He believes that healthcare is a basic human right and is committed to expanding access to affordable, high-quality healthcare for all Washingtonians. Fred recognizes the transformative power of tourism and seeks to strengthen this sector to create jobs, generate revenue, and amplify local businesses. He believes that every child in Washington deserves access to quality education and is committed to improving schools, paying teachers what they deserve, and providing more resources to students. Fred is also committed to ensuring affordable housing for all Washingtonians, which is crucial for a fair and thriving Washington. He believes that AI is transforming the workplace and is committed to facilitating this change by promoting upskilling and reskilling programs, enabling workers to adapt and thrive in a technology-driven environment. Join Fred Grant on a transformative journey towards a united and empowered Washington State.
Honestly, part of the reason why I want to run for office is because I believe we lack good leadership. There really aren't many people that I look up to in modern times. I do enjoy reading about inspiring figures of the past such as: Marcus Aurelius, Albert Einstein, Napoleon Bonaparte, America's founding fathers, and so on. Any great leaders or inventors inspire me.
My political philosophy is a product of my experiences and the knowledge I have gained over the years. I have traveled the world, seen different cultures, and discovered various philosophies. I have also been influenced by science fiction novels and films, such as “Star Trek: The Next Generation,” which is based on humanism. Humanism emphasizes the importance of reason, ethics, and justice, and it is a philosophy that has been embraced by many people throughout history. Another science fiction novel that has influenced my views is “The Time Machine” by H.G. Wells. This novel shows a potential outcome if we don’t change our ways and continue to act irresponsibly. I have also been a great fan of “The Twilight Zone,” which delves into themes that we wouldn’t normally consider in everyday life. My political views stem from a large body of different works, but with only one purpose in mind: to lead humanity into a better future.
An elected official should be transparent and a good communicator, remain calm and composed when forced to make tough decisions, be trustworthy and truthful, have a good heart and make people feel safe, and be a good role model for the next generation.
I believe that I have many qualities that would make me a successful officeholder. If I could describe myself in one word it would be "driven." I am a doer. Once I put my mind to something I will pursue it, and I can promise if you ask anyone that knows me they will agree. I work well with others and communicate effectively. I set realistic goals and deadlines and allow ample time to complete each project. I have lived in areas of the USA with polar opposite political ideals and understand the miscommunication that takes place. This unique perspective I think is very rare and I believe it to be my best trait.
The Governor of Washington has a number of responsibilities, including:
-Supervising the conduct of all executive and ministerial offices.
-Ensuring that all offices are filled.
-Appointing the heads of departments, agencies, and institutions.
-Serving as commander-in-chief of the Washington Militia.
-Enforcing state laws
I want to do my best and inspire more people to get involved.
There were many historical events that I remember happening, but I'd say the biggest one that impacted me was 9/11. I was about thirteen years-old when it happened and my dad often commuted to Washington D.C. and it gave us quite the scare since he happened to be there on that day.
My first full-time job out of college was at Crawford Media Services in Atlanta, GA. I worked as a video editor and made many commercials, promotional materials, and short form videos. I believe I had the position for about 2 years before moving on to The Weather Channel as a video producer.
I don’t really have a favorite book, but some good ones that come to mind are: 'Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone', 'Holes', 'Ender’s Game', 'The Time Machine', ‘The Golden Compass’, ‘The Lion, The Witch, and the Wardrobe’, and I’m sure there are many more.
Batman for sure! Sonic The Hedgehog is a close second. I guess you could say I would want to be Batman, but Sonic is my hero.
Funny story, but I recently went back to my hometown for the holidays and drove my old car and it had a Seal (the artist) CD stuck in it. So, his entire album from 1991 has been stuck in my head.
I have fallen down time and time again, but it’s important to pick myself up and keep trying. I don’t take anything for granted and strive to make the most out of every single day. Also, seeing people and animals struggle and literally being powerless to do anything about it affects me greatly.
This is a simple answer. I have a vision for Washington and in this seat I can get this ball rolling. We can see positive changes happening faster. I can also protect against any radical legislature that I could see as having a negative impact on citizens. Marcus Aurelius said, "What isn't good for the bee is surely not good for the hive." I want people to feel as though I have their back and if there are issues then I will do my best to work on them.
I believe that the most important part of being a director, project manager, or any position of power is to ensure that you’re working with the best team possible. I have a proven track record of identifying and appointing experts who are passionate about their work and committed to achieving the organization’s goals. I am confident that I can appoint individuals whose minds and hearts are in the right place to lead departments, institutions, and agencies towards success.
As a candidate for governor, I believe that the governor should have a significant role in the budgeting process, but it is important to work collaboratively with the legislature to ensure that the budget reflects the needs and priorities of the state and its citizens. I would strive to work with the legislature to create a budget that is fiscally responsible, equitable, and invests in the future of our state.
I plan to only use the line-item veto in cases of obvious inefficiency. It will be used circumstantially on a case by case basis.
I believe this is important to have. Sometimes, and I've witnessed this myself, groups can run with an idea (crowd mentality) and not see its flaws and it takes a fresh perspective to point it out. It's completely debatable though, because the power can be abused.
My ideal relationship would be to have the governor and legislature work together in a way that is responsible, transparent, and accountable to the people they serve. However, it is important to have some kind of checks and balances in place to prevent abuse of power.
The thing I love most about my state is the rain! There is nothing better than taking a walk in the rain in a green, mossy forest.
I think there are some very real issues that are not too far off that could potentially cause some issues. The entire world is still recovering both emotionally and financially from the pandemic. A lot of money was printed to keep the economy afloat and now we are suffering from inflation. There is a lot of civil unrest and mental illness is worse than ever. The housing market has some questionable practices that has now become a major issue for middle and lower income families. Finally, a fairly new innovation that has stayed under the radar is the use of Artificial Intelligence. Although it is an amazing tool and will dramatically increase our productivity, it will completely reshape society as we know it. All of these global issues ripple down to the state, community, and individual levels.
I don't have a favorite joke, but any one-liner from "Wayne's World" will make me laugh.
I believe emergency powers should be used if there is an overwhelming potential or active loss of life, property, or overall harm to the population in the state. They should also be given up as soon as the crisis has ended.
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See also
2024 Elections
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