In light of Congressman Baird’s announcement today, I would like to take this opportunity to thank him for his service to the citizens of southwest Washington. As I have traveled up and down the district over the last few months, I ran into more than a few people who spoke highly of the time he spent in the district meeting with constituents. While we may not see eye-to-eye on many issues I do send my sincerest appreciation for his service to the public.
Today's announcement does not change my focus on the issues that matter most to the people of the 3rd District: job creation, lower taxes, fiscal responsibility and national security.
I look forward to continue leading on the issues that matter most to this district and all Americans.
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With Congressman Baird stepping down, Castillo is the fundraising leader as of the last FEC report on October 15. He has also amassed a list of endorsements from within the 3rd District, as well as statewide. (See below)
He is a member of Rotary International, Veterans of Foreign Wars, and the American Legion. He is a veteran of the United States Navy.
Mr. Castillo and his wife Callie live in Olympia with their three-year-old son Caidan.
Key Endorsements
Attorney General Rob McKenna
Former Attorney General Ken Eikenberry
Former Congressman Randy Tate
Senator Don Benton
Senator Dan Swecker
House Minority Leader Richard DeBolt
Rep. Gary Alexander
Rep. Ed Orcutt
Rep. Glenn Anderson
Rep. Cary Condotta
Rep. Larry Crouse
Rep. Doug Ericksen
Rep. Bill Hinkle
Rep. Joel Kretz
Rep. Kirk Pearson
Rep. Skip Priest
Rep. Dan Roach
Rep. Jay Rodne
Commissioner Tom Mielke, Clark County
Treasurer Rose Bowman, Lewis County
Former Mayor Cy Myers (Winlock)
Mayor Ken Jones (Tenino)
Councilman Chad Taylor (Chehalis)
Councilman John O'Callahan (Tenino)
Councilman Troy Van Dinter (La Center)
Councilman Bill Bates (Centralia)
