ChangMook Sohn, the states longtime chief economist, this morning confirmed what had long been rumored. Hes running for state Treasurer.
You can find his campaign website here.
Sohn recently issued his 94th and final quarterly revenue forecast before announcing hed step down.
I know Washingtons finances better than anyone and Im ready to put that knowledge to work for the people of Washington, Sohn said in a press release.
Sohn, a Democrat, is widely respected in Olympia on both sides of the aisle.
Already in the running for the post being vacated by Democrat Mike Murphy is state Rep. Jim McIntire, D-Seattle, and Republican assistant state Treasurer Allan Martin.
UPDATE: Gov. Chris Gregoire was asked about the Democratic primary between McIntire and Sohn at her morning press conference. She is not taking a side.
"I value his judgement," Gregoire said of Sohn. "I value his counsel."
Of McIntire, Gregoire said "he's been a stellar legislator."
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