Simon Sefzik
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From the backyards of Bellingham to the front yards of Ferndale, I have been welcomed in by Democrats and Republicans that have told me young people need to be involved in politics. After all, it will be my generation that must carry on the mantle of freedom. I remember going to the Northwest Washington Fair, where I would sit and talk for hours with the volunteers in both the Democrat and Republi
Personal news: As some of you know, I’ve been interested in the legal profession since high school, even before. Some of the things that attracted me to the law are what drew me to the State Senate. Now, I know politicians and lawyers are not exactly the two most loved professions, and not for unfair reasons.
Later this week, I’ll be driving a very full car all the way to Charlottesville, where I will begin my studies as a law student at the University of Virginia. I’m confident I’ll receive an excellent education from a great law school, but I can’t help but feel nervous and sad. Whatcom County is home, and my heart is not ready to leave. When I’m sitting in the law library studying, I’ll miss the view of Mt. Baker in the morning and the San Juans at sunset. More than that, I’ll miss the people. Though we didn’t win the State Senate race, I still leave the experience with a gratitude I struggle to fully describe. I think of the young people who got involved for the first time, the young-at-heart who felt hope for the future, and too many other stories to tell. Even if we don’t share the same political views or vote the same way, it was the honor of a lifetime to listen and learn from you.
When I got appointed to the State Senate, the Lt. Governor shared advice he received as a young legislator. He said: “Simon, you have a very important job, and you are not a very important person.” Good advice. Please make sure I don’t forget it during school, and afterwards.
I will be back for a weekend in October and of course over winter break. I’d love to host an event and catch up and hear how everyone is doing. I’ll post more details here as we get closer to that time. This is not goodbye!
G.K. Chesterton once wrote: “The true soldier fights not because he hates what is in front of him, but because he loves what is behind him.” I love what is behind me, and that is why I want to fight for it.
Thank you for everything,
Simon
07/06/2024
Incredibly impressive and historic work by the people of Washington! Make sure you ask your local officials whether they support this initiative to protect energy choice.
546,000!!! 🔥🔥🔥🤯🤯🤯
12/27/2023
One of ‘boys in the boat’ was a Whatcom son Movie directed by George Clooney tells the 1936 UW crew Olympic gold story
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