Donovan DeLeon for State Representative
3rd Legislative District, Washington
Let's Invest in Spokane.
Proudly Endorsed By
The Spokane County Democratic Party
Meet Donovan
Grounded in Spokane, focused on what works.
Donovan DeLeon is a Spokane neighbor, a problem-solver, and a candidate who believes our community deserves leaders who show up, listen, and deliver practical results — not partisan noise.
His own experience with a major medical emergency showed him how quickly health care costs can overwhelm a family. That perspective shapes how he approaches every issue: affordability, fairness, and making sure working families aren't left behind.
“Spokane residents are paying more and getting less. I'm running because we can do better.”
The Platform
Practical priorities for a stronger Spokane.
Eight areas where smart, balanced investment makes life more affordable and our community stronger. Tap any topic for the full priorities.
At a Glance
- Make housing more affordable by increasing supply, supporting middle housing, and reducing barriers to building
- Lower health care costs and improve access to care, mental health services, and addiction treatment
- Expand affordable child care so families can work, save, and succeed
- Improve public safety by addressing crime, addiction, and behavioral health challenges
- Invest in roads and infrastructure to keep Spokane moving and growing
- Build a fairer tax system that reduces the burden on working families and small businesses
- Support economic opportunity through workforce development, education, and local business growth
- Strengthen communities by helping veterans, seniors, people with disabilities, and vulnerable youth
- Focus on practical solutions instead of partisan politics
Priorities
- Increase housing supply at all income levels.
- Support middle housing (duplexes, triplexes, townhomes, cottage housing).
- Encourage redevelopment of underutilized commercial and office properties into housing.
- Streamline delays and barriers that increase construction costs.
- Expand supportive and transitional housing.
- Promote partnerships between government, nonprofits, and private developers.
Why It Matters
When housing costs consume too much of a family's income, it becomes harder to afford child care, health care, transportation, and education. More housing means lower pressure on rents and home prices over time.
Priorities
- Expand access to affordable health care.
- Increase the number of nurses, doctors, and behavioral health professionals.
- Strengthen mental health and addiction treatment.
- Invest in preventative care.
- Improve access in underserved communities.
- Support crisis response programs that connect people with treatment instead of emergency rooms and jails.
Why It Matters
A healthier community means lower costs, stronger families, and a more productive workforce.
Priorities
- Expand affordable child care options.
- Support early childhood education.
- Help working families stay in the workforce.
- Explore innovative approaches that support both families and providers.
- Invest in children early.
Why It Matters
Affordable child care helps parents work, strengthens family finances, and gives children a stronger start in life.
Priorities
- Address property crime and repeat offending.
- Expand behavioral health and addiction treatment.
- Support law enforcement while ensuring accountability.
- Increase resources for crisis intervention and prevention.
- Reduce homelessness by addressing root causes.
- Improve coordination between public safety, health care, and social services.
Why It Matters
Public safety is about more than arrests. It requires addressing addiction, mental illness, housing instability, and economic opportunity.
Priorities
- Repair roads and bridges.
- Reduce maintenance backlogs.
- Improve public transit and transportation options.
- Invest in water, sewer, and utility systems.
- Prepare infrastructure for future growth.
Why It Matters
Strong infrastructure supports businesses, improves safety, and saves taxpayers money over the long term.
Priorities
- Reduce tax burdens on low- and middle-income households.
- Pursue a more balanced and equitable tax structure.
- Protect essential public services.
- Ensure tax policy supports economic growth.
- Increase government accountability for taxpayer dollars.
Why It Matters
Working families should not carry a larger share of the burden than they can afford while struggling with rising costs.
Priorities
- Support small businesses and entrepreneurs.
- Invest in workforce training and apprenticeships.
- Strengthen public education and career pathways.
- Encourage family-wage jobs.
- Attract investment that benefits Spokane residents.
Why It Matters
Economic growth should create opportunities for workers, families, and local businesses, not just a select few.
Priorities
- Support veterans and military families.
- Expand opportunities for people with disabilities.
- Strengthen support for foster youth transitioning to adulthood.
- Help seniors remain independent and healthy.
- Address homelessness through prevention and housing-focused solutions.
Why It Matters
Investing in people early often saves taxpayers money later while improving lives and strengthening communities.
