Robert Sutherland (Washington politician)

Robert J. Sutherland is an American politician serving as a member of the Washington House of Representatives, for the 39th district.

Robert J. Sutherland
Member of the Washington House of Representatives
from the 39th district
Assumed office
January 14, 2019
Preceded byDan Kristiansen
Personal details
Political partyRepublican
Alma materGonzaga University (BS)
WebsiteLegislative website

Background

After graduating from high school, Sutherland served in the United States Air Force.[1] Sutherland then earned a Bachelor of Science degree in biochemistry from Gonzaga University.[2]

Career

Prior to entering politics, Sutherland worked as a biochemist, specializing in the development of cancer therapies.[3]

Sutherland sought election to the Washington's 1st congressional district in the United States House of Representatives in 2014 and 2016. He lost both elections to incumbent Congresswoman Suzan DelBene.

After the retirement of Representative Dan Kristiansen, Sutherland sought election to Washington's House of Representatives. In 2018, he defeated Democrat Ivan Lewis.[4]

Controversy

Sutherland has been criticized for making comments seen as threatening and inciting violence. In the aftermath of the 2020 presidential election, Sutherland told his followers on Facebook to "Prepare for war" and advocated followers to join in. He also advocated the idea of Donald Trump utilizing the military to forcefully stay in power.[5]

Personal life

Sutherland and his wife, Donna, have four children. They live in Snohomish County, Washington.[6]

References
  1. Cauvel, Kimberly (October 9, 2018). "First-time candidates compete for District 39 House seat". GoSkagit.com. Retrieved 7 April 2020.
  2. "About | Robert J. Sutherland for State Representative, 39th Legislative District". www.sutherland4rep.com. Retrieved 2020-07-27.
  3. "About Rep. Robert J. Sutherland". Robert J. Sutherland. Retrieved 2020-07-27.
  4. "Rep. Robert J. Sutherland takes oath of office, sworn in as 39th District state representative". Monroe Monitor. 16 January 2019. Retrieved 7 April 2020.
  5. Westneat, Danny (16 December 2020). "'Prepare for war': A local GOP official goes all-in with election conspiracy theories". The Seattle Times. Retrieved 17 December 2020.
  6. "About Rep. Robert J. Sutherland". Robert J. Sutherland. Retrieved 2020-07-27.
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