Gabe Galbraith
Elected Experience
Elected to the Kennewick School Board in 2021 and re-elected in 2025. Serving as your Board President since 2023.
Other Professional Experience
Currently a Security Specialist at Hanford and small business owner. Previous experience includes 15+ years in HR, Operations Management, VA disability claims, former substitute teacher, and proud U.S. Marine Veteran.
Education
Two master's degrees, Elementary Education and Business Administration, a bachelor's degree in accounting, and a Kamiakin High School graduate.
Community Service
Served as a local youth sports coach, participated in food and clothing drives, animal adoption events, Toys for Tots, PTO/PTAs, and an active member of my church.
Statement
I’ve dedicated my life to service as a U.S. Marine, small business owner, and Kennewick School Board Director. My wife and I raised our children here, guided by Faith, Family, and Service — the same principles that guide my work protecting children, supporting parents, and strengthening our community. Our families, businesses, and community come first.
Nationally recognized and awarded School Board Director of the Year, I’ll bring that same proven leadership and commitment to results as your next Senator. You deserve a Senator who has lived, worked, and served here over 35 years — not a politician who moved here in February to advance a political career.
Your vote presents a clear choice: proven local conservative leadership focused on serving the people of the 8th District and rejecting the failed status quo of Olympia, or a political opportunist focused on serving the state establishment. My record demonstrates I will unapologetically protect constitutional freedoms, support law enforcement, defend parental rights, strengthen schools, fight for affordable housing, address water and power concerns, and oppose higher taxes on working families.
I’m honored to be endorsed by the Benton County Republican Party and many respected local leaders. Thank you for your support. God bless.
Community Engagement
Written endorsements
Endorsements
Benton County Sheriff Mike ClarkBenton County Prosecutor Eric EisingerBenton County Coroner Bill LeachBenton County Commissioner Will McKayFranklin County Commissioner Clint DidierBenton County Treasurer Ken SpencerBenton County Assessor Bill SpencerKennewick Mayor Jason McShaneKennewick City Council member Loren AndersonKennewick City Council member Brad BeauchumpPasco City Council member Joe CottaPasco City Council member Leo PeralesWest Richland City Council member Ken StokerWest Richland City Council member David ColeBenton City Council member Gerry HillMoses Lake City Council member Victor LombardiKennewick School Board member Brittany GledhillKennewick School Board member Micah ValentineKennewick School Board member Dr. Josh MillerPasco School Board member Dr. Steve NorbergProsser School Board member Jason RainerProsser School Board member Brian WeinmannNumerous School Directors across Washington StateFormer Kennewick School District Superintendent Dr. Traci PierceBenton County Republican Party (BCRP)Washington Patriot PACLatinos United for Conservative Action (LUCA)Ladies of Liberty Tri-CitiesRepublican Liberty Caucus Benton & Franklin CountyStand for Health FreedomRetired Kennewick Police Department Commander Scott ChildBenton PUD General Manager Rick DunnCulture Boost Founder Issac ButtsSaber Kingham of Sterlings RestaurantBill & Barbara Bridges of B&T Plumbing and Mechanical
Donors
Donors
$25,613 from 38+ donors ($25,613 cash / $0 in-kind)
- Small Contributions$4,308
- Washington Patriot PAC$2,800
- Dodd Leslie$2,025
- Vaughn Travis$1,200
- Dodd Ryan$1,200
- Johnson Jolene$1,200
- Lombardi Victor$1,200
- Foster Shannon$1,000
- Burnett Trevor$1,000
- Cole David$1,000
- Clements Kristine$700
- Davis Luann$550
- Swanburg Janet$500
- Trujillo Thereasa$500
- Trujillo David$500
- Koski Vanessa$500
- Galbraith Kyle$500
- Swanberg Janet$500
- Hoyt Hayley$400
- Gledhill Brittany$350