“I’m Patrick DePoe. I’m running to be the Commissioner of Public Lands to protect all that is great about our state, its lands and the people they sustain. I’ve seen first-hand how public policy impacts our environment and our livelihoods. As Washington moves towards a better future, we need to bring new energy and creativity into using, and sustaining, what nature provides us.”

ENDORSEMENT

WA PUBLIC LANDS COMMISSIONER Hilary Franz:

“Patrick’s Tribal community depends on natural resources for their culture and their livelihoods which shapes his approach to conservation, natural resources and rural economic development. His life experience, deep knowledge of land management and thoughtful leadership make him uniquely qualified to lead this department.I’m proud to endorse Patrick because he’s the most qualified person and will make an outstanding Commissioner of Public Lands.”