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Rick Larsen

@larsenrick.bsky.social
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Born and raised in Northwest WA. Honored to represent WA's 2nd District, fighting to lower costs for working families. This is the campaign account.

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Rick Larsen @larsenrick.bsky.social · 23h
I am proud to be endorsed by the Human Rights Campaign PAC and the Washington Stonewall Democrats. I will continue to fight alongside the LGBTQIA+ community to make Northwest Washington, Washington State, and the United States more equal, just, safe and fair.
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Rick Larsen @larsenrick.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
This critical agreement paves the way for cleaner, greener, and more reliable transportation to and from Lummi Island, benefiting all of Whatcom County. Read more:
bellinghamherald.com
Lummi Island ferry replacement nears as Whatcom County secures $25 million grant
The 64-year-old Whatcom Chief ferry faces frequent repairs, with maintenance of its dock and pilings costing about $500,000 annually.
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Representative Rick Larsen @repricklarsen.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
I call on the Trump administration to help Ukrainians staying in the U.S. while their friends and family fight against Putin's illegal invasion of their home.
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Rick Larsen @larsenrick.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
It was a great weekend to get out and doorbell here in Everett. I am meeting voters where they are about the two most important issues this fall: affordability for you, and accountability for this administration.
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Rick Larsen @larsenrick.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
Yesterday, I participated in the Greater Marysville Chamber of Commerce candidate forum. I am taking nothing for granted, speaking with voters across Northwest Washington about my top priorities: affordability for you and accountability for this administration.
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Rick Larsen @larsenrick.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
A healthy environment is vital to Washingtonians’ way of life and the regional economy, and I will always protect Northwest Washington’s public lands and environment.
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Rick Larsen @larsenrick.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Congress needs to get serious about passing laws to regulate AI and educating the public about AI.
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Rick Larsen @larsenrick.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Thanks to the League of Women Voters of Bellingham-Whatcom County for hosting a candidate forum for the 2nd Congressional District. I am focused on affordability for you and accountability for this administration. View the full forum here:
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2026 2nd Congressional
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Rick Larsen @larsenrick.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
I am honored to be endorsed by the Giffords PAC, and I am committed to taking decisive action to end gun violence.
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Rick Larsen @larsenrick.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Interested in joining a grassroots campaign focused on affordability and accountability? Head to my website ricklarsen.org to sign up now!
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Rick Larsen @larsenrick.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Folks want affordability and accountability. Whatcom Democrats understand how crucial this November is to delivering on these issues, and they are ready to take back the House!
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Rick Larsen @larsenrick.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
With 43 days out from the election, I am continuing to knock on doors and listen to voters. The top issues this fall are affordability and accountability, and I am focused on delivering for Northwest Washington.
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Rick Larsen @larsenrick.bsky.social · 19/09/2026
Congress has to get serious about AI.
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Rick Larsen @larsenrick.bsky.social · 19/09/2026
In Washington, you only need to look outside to understand why shipbuilding is important. There are challenges, but we are not waiting around for others to help us. We are trying to help ourselves first. Read more:
heraldnet.com
Maritime roundtable discusses issues in funding and workforce - HeraldNet.com
Pacific Northwest Economic Region hosted the roundtable full of maritime representatives from Everett to the Alaska Senate.
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Rick Larsen @larsenrick.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
I am honored to be endorsed by Indivisible Whidbey and Snohomish County Indivisible. The work these grassroots organizations do is important and makes a real impact in our community, holding their elected officials accountable.
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Rick Larsen @larsenrick.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Today is National Voter Registration Day, which is a good reminder to take a few minutes and check your voter registration at vote.wa.gov.
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Rick Larsen @larsenrick.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
I am focused on lowering prices and holding this administration accountable, and when Democrats take back the House this fall, we will work to reverse these costly tariffs on our neighbors in Canada and begin to lower prices for folks in Northwest Washington.
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Rick Larsen @larsenrick.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
This weekend, I was out knocking doors in Everett and continuing to listen to voters. Affordability for you, accountability for the administration. That is what I am hearing at the doors, and what I am fighting for this November.
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Rick Larsen @larsenrick.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
It was a great night with the Snohomish County Democrats. Folks are ready to win in Northwest Washington and eager to take back the House this November!
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Rick Larsen @larsenrick.bsky.social · 13/09/2026
Folks in Anacortes understand that we need lower prices and accountability for this administration. I am laser-focused on these two issues, and hope to see you on the campaign trail soon.
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Rick Larsen @larsenrick.bsky.social · 12/09/2026
Today, I remember and honor the 2,977 innocent people who died in the 9/11 attacks and the tens of thousands of people who suffered injuries and illnesses. Full interview here: komonews.com/news/local/r...
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Rick Larsen @larsenrick.bsky.social · 12/09/2026
In Washington State, transportation means jobs. When you invest in transportation, that puts women and men to work locally. While putting money in their pocket, I will continue working to lower costs for gas, groceries, housing, health care, and child care.
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Rick Larsen @larsenrick.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Thanks to everyone at Taylor Shellfish for having me as we head toward November to lower prices and hold this administration accountable.
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Rick Larsen @larsenrick.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
I am honored to be endorsed by the Pro-Choice Washington PAC. I will always fight for the right to choose reproductive health care.
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Rick Larsen @larsenrick.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
As the summer comes to a close, I want to thank my campaign interns for all their hard work. Jonas interned on my campaign this summer. They currently attend Western Washington University and really enjoyed meeting so many new people, especially the local politicians.
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Rick Larsen @larsenrick.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
I will keep pushing back against the administration’s reckless, cost-raising tariffs and trade war against Canada.
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Rick Larsen @larsenrick.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
Affordability and accountability. The Skagit County Democrats understand what is at stake this November, and folks are ready to lower costs and hold this administration accountable.
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Rick Larsen @larsenrick.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
Happy Labor Day! As the son of a union power line worker and a mom who managed the books while raising eight kids, I learned early in life the value of a dollar and the importance of hard work — and how unions helped families like mine thrive.
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Rick Larsen @larsenrick.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
It was a great weekend for the Evergreen State Fair!
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Rick Larsen @larsenrick.bsky.social · 05/09/2026
As your representative in Congress, I will always be a voice for working families in Northwest Washington — and beyond. That is non-negotiable.
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Rick Larsen @larsenrick.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
These new tariffs are not leverage over Canada. They are yet another way that the Trump administration is raising your prices and sabotaging the American economy. Read more:
thenorthernlight.com
‘It’s a stressful time’ as Blaine, Point Roberts brace for new tariffs - The Northern Light
For residents of Blaine and Point Roberts, the collapse of tariff negotiations between the U.S. and Canada this weekend will not be abstract: It will unfold at the grocery cash register and in the …
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Rick Larsen @larsenrick.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
I will keep pushing back against these reckless tariffs, as they are yet another way that the administration is raising your prices and sabotaging the American economy.
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Rick Larsen @larsenrick.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
After nearly a decade of advocacy, starting next month, service members will be eligible to freeze their eggs or sperm before hazardous missions. No one should be forced to choose between serving their country and starting their family.
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Rick Larsen @larsenrick.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
It's not complicated: trade good, tariffs bad. I will keep fighting to end these tariffs, bring down costs and make the U.S.-Canada relationship boring again.
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Rick Larsen @larsenrick.bsky.social · 05/03/2026
I have just joined Instagram! Follow me at www.instagram.com/ricklarsenwa02 and stay tuned for more updates soon.
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Rick Larsen @larsenrick.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
Today is Women’s Equality Day, an opportunity to celebrate the achievements of women’s suffrage fighters and modern-day advocates for gender equality alike.
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Rick Larsen @larsenrick.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
I was recently in Skagit County to discuss housing, addiction, health care, and food insecurity with locals. The prices of these essentials have skyrocketed, and I am fighting to lower the costs of these goods for Northwest Washington. Read more: www.goskagit.com/anacortes/an...
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Rick Larsen @larsenrick.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
I am proud to have earned the support of two organizations committed to protecting our environment: Sierra Club’s Washington chapter and SEEC PAC, the political arm of the Sustainable Energy and Environment Coalition.
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Rick Larsen @larsenrick.bsky.social · 22/08/2026
I have been a strong advocate for the Small Shipyards Grants Program because funding like this supports local small businesses and helps regional economies grow. I am glad to see these dollars come home. Read more here:
heraldnet.com
Everett Ship Repair awarded more than $400k in grant funds - HeraldNet.com
The funding will go towards training and electrical upgrades to the new floating dry dock.
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Rick Larsen @larsenrick.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
Prices for child care, health care, gas, groceries, and housing are far too high. Tonight, I was in Mount Vernon, and affordability is the main issue for so many folks. I am fighting to bring these prices down for working families in Northwest Washington.
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Rick Larsen @larsenrick.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
I am humbled by the endorsement from Washington Stonewall Democrats. As an ally, I will continue to fight alongside the LGBTQIA+ community to make Northwest Washington, Washington State, and the United States more equal, just, safe and fair.
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Rick Larsen @larsenrick.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
Affordability and accountability are on the ballot this November. Today, I was on Whidbey Island, and folks understand how important this fall will be. I am laser-focused on lowering costs and holding this administration accountable.
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Rick Larsen @larsenrick.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
Last week, I was with supporters on Lopez Island to discuss the stakes of this November. Democrats are fired up to tackle skyrocketing costs and deliver accountability for this administration.
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Rick Larsen @larsenrick.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
The United States now has an opportunity to enhance and renew USMCA and enforce the provisions of the agreement. The Trump administration needs to cut the BS and get to work. It is time to negotiate in good faith. Read more here: www.seattletimes.com/opinion/why-...
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Rick Larsen @larsenrick.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
I had a great time at SummerFest with the Whidbey Island Democratic Club this weekend, speaking with folks who are ready to take back the House this November and elect Democrats up and down the ballot.
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Rick Larsen @larsenrick.bsky.social · 15/08/2026
I recently met with local fertility doctors and advocates in Everett to discuss my bill that would expand access to in vitro fertilization nationwide. No one should be forced to choose between serving their country or starting a family. Read more here: www.heraldnet.com/2026/07/28/l...
heraldnet.com
Larsen discusses IVF access with local fertility doctors, advocates - HeraldNet.com
The roundtable in Everett focused on a bill that would create a legal right to IVF and expand nationwide access to fertility services.
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Rick Larsen @larsenrick.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
Sen. Elizabeth Warren and I are demanding answers. The administration is punishing blue states; they are delaying jobs, and they are increasing project costs. That will be the outcome of these delays. Read more here: www.nytimes.com/2026/08/11/u...
nytimes.com
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/08/11/upshot/democrats-trump-frozen-transit-funds.html?searchResultPosition=1
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Rick Larsen @larsenrick.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
I am honored to be endorsed by Washington Bikes. Better bike and pedestrian infrastructure not only improves safety but also benefits quality of life by reducing traffic congestion and pollution. I will continue to be an advocate for cyclists in Congress.
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Rick Larsen @larsenrick.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
In April, I secured $11.25 million for the Port of Everett through the Port Infrastructure Development Program to modernize Pier 3. This funding is fantastic news for Northwest Washington ports. Read more here: lynnwoodtimes.com/2026/07/27/l...
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Rick Larsen @larsenrick.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
I am honored to receive resounding support in the primary election cycle. My team knocked on nearly 15,000 doors, called 41,000+ voters, and earned 115+ endorsements from local and national groups. I am focused on lowering costs for working families and hope to earn your support.
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