Readers react to an article about WSU student Matthew Sutherland, who is running for U.S. Congress in the 5th Congressional District against long-standing Congresswoman Cathy McMorris Rodgers. His slogan is “The New Blue,” with the goal to represent the working class. 

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Kelcie Moseley: “His chances of winning don’t matter. Run for public office and get your ideas out there.”

Sean Kramer: “I worry about his slogan. He’s going to have to reach out to Republicans and moderates who aren’t thrilled with Trump in order to win a seat from Eastern Washington.”

David Mclerran: “Cathy is too well established. She has a strong command of the issues and a connection with the community.”

Joe Wride: ““Yes! Take her out! She is another partisan crony who should be voted out of office. Same goes for Cantwell and Murray, too. The ship is sinking with them all at the helm. Till it up!”