Washington Senate race

Sen. Maria Cantwell (D) vs. Mike McGavick (R)
State profile, demographics and political history
Curry: Cantwell, and the Democrat's Iraq disaffection

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MARIA CANTWELL (D)

First elected in 2000; seeking second full term

Born: Oct. 13, 1958; Indianapolis, Ind.
Family: Single.
Education: Miami University (Ohio), B.A., 1981.
Professional career: Owner, RealNetworks, 1995-2000; Cantwell & Associates P.R. firm, 1985-91.
Military career: None.
Election history: U.S. House, 1992-94; state House, 1987-92.

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ADA ACLU AFS LCV CON ITIC NTU COC ACU NTLC CHC
2002 80 60 88 82 84 88 20 55 25 6 --
2001 100 -- 100 75 -- -- 7 50 12 -- 0

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MIKE MCGAVICK (R)

McGavick, a former insurance company CEO, will face two Republican challengers in the Sept. 12 primary.

Born: Feb. 7, 1958; Seattle, Wash.
Family: Married (Gaelynn); three children.
Education: University of Washington, B.S., 1983.
Professional career: Chief executive officer, Safeco Corp., 2001-05; CNA Insurance, 1995-2000; director of Superfund Improvement Project, American Insurance Association, 1992-95; chief of staff to Sen. Slade Gorton, 1989-91.
Military career: None.
Election history: None.