It was very constraining, much more than I ever would have thought, to run for governor.

Parents who have fought fiercely for the rights of their much-loved Gay and Lesbian children should not have to worry that their children will be treated differently. As a mother, I can tell you that there is no prouder moment than watching your children grow up, fall in love, and commit to that love in front of their families and friends. I want that same joy for every parent and every child.

We can leave our legacy only if we are willing to change - to go beyond partisan labels, and to solve the problems facing Washingtonians.

Education is the foundation upon which we build our future.

We all leave personal legacies for the people we know and love.

There is just no reason why the richest nation in the world can't provide health care to all its people.

Education can lift individuals out of poverty and into rewarding careers.