Mike Kreidler
Party: Democrat
Candidate for: Insurance Commissioner
Incumbent? Yes
Age: 64
Hometown: Lacey
Occupation: Insurance Commissioner
50-word statement: Mike Kreidler is a strong and independent voice who stands up to powerful interests as the state's top advocate for insurance consumers.
You deserve affordable health insurance. Mike's Guaranteed Health Benefits Plan covers every Washington resident, preserves choice and cuts costs.
For details go to http://www.kreidler2008.com/issues1.cfm.
Three priorities: Mike Kreidler's top three priorities as Insurance Commissioner are:
1) Reform health insurance to guarantee financial security and peace of mind through quality, affordable health insurance for every Washington resident.
2) Ensure that insurance premiums are justified and that claims are handled promptly and fairly.
3) Enforce consumer protection laws and block attempts by the insurance industry to eliminate needed state oversight.
Web site: www.mikekreidler.com
E-mail address: mike@mikekreidler.com
Phone number: 360-704-8313
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