About Rich Ryan

I’m not a career politician—I’m a renter, a worker, a musician, and a neighbor who’s been part of Everett’s creative heartbeat for over seven years. I’ve played in local bands, organized shows, and been part of the culture that makes this city feel like home. I know what it’s like to live paycheck to paycheck while rents rise, and I know what it takes to bring people together to build something meaningful.

What sets me apart is that I don’t just talk about affordability—I live it. I’m running a people-powered campaign based on fairness, inclusion, transparency, and human rights, and I’m proud to take zero corporate donations. These aren’t just slogans—they’re the values that guide everything I do. And I plan to use my experience in the arts to help Everett grow—not by selling out to outside developers, but by investing in the community and culture that’s already here.