Cantwell, McGavick heading to Round 2 in clash for Senate (Wash.)

[flamingyouth]

Incumbent Democratic Sen. Maria Cantwell was cruising toward an easy win against four primary rivals Tuesday, ending speculation that strong anti-war sentiment might hobble her campaign.

Her best-known Republican rival, former insurance executive Mike McGavick, was beating five opponents in the early returns, setting up the final showdown between the two.

In other races for federal office, Doug Roulstone, a former Navy captain, was leading Teri Moats, in the GOP race in the 2nd District, encompassing northwest Washington. The winner will face Democratic Rep. Rick Larsen in November.

In Seattle's 7th District, longtime Democratic Rep. Jim McDermott was easily besting two opponents. He'll face Republican Steve Beren and Independent Linnea Noreen in November.

http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/localnews/2003266363_webcong19.html

[Fenris]

1. Nothing too surprising there.

[zonkers]

2. McDermott sure was one of the first office holders to attack Bush &

the illegality of the war. Feels like a gillion years ago.

[lumberjack_jeff]

3. She got 3 votes for his 2

http://vote.wa.gov/elections/PrimaryResults/Results.aspx?o=8f43af96-81c1-47c6-8b5f-3ad9dee0e6ad

:bounce:

Overrall 338,000 democrat ballots were cast compared to 257,000 Republican.

http://vote.wa.gov/elections/PrimaryResults/TurnoutByParty.aspx