Jason King, Matthew Knutson and Karen Varian will vie to be to be one of the two top vote-getters in the Aug. 12 primary election for Blaine’s Ward 3, securing a spot on the Nov. 4 general election ballot.
ABC Newspapers asked each candidate to submit a biography and answer two questions so constituents can learn about their qualifications and priorities. The responses are in the candidate’s own words.
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