Some details on Jay Inslee's record. It's definitely a record to run on.

[Persondem]

From ... https://www.ontheissues.org/Jay_Inslee.htm

The section on gun control:

Acted for common-sense gun-safety where Congress won't. (Jan 2019)
Arming teachers with guns is ridiculous. (Jan 2019)
Pass common-sense gun laws. (Jan 2018)
Gun violence is a public health crisis. ()
Voted NO on prohibiting product misuse lawsuits on gun manufacturers. (Oct 2005)
Voted NO on prohibiting suing gunmakers & sellers for gun misuse. (Apr 2003)
Voted NO on decreasing gun waiting period from 3 days to 1. (Jun 1999)
Prevent unauthorized firearm use with "smart gun" technology. (Aug 2000)
Rated F by the NRA, indicating a pro-gun control voting record. (Dec 2003)

And part of the section on Education:

Apprenticeships & college aid leads to jobs. (Jan 2019)
Four-year degree isn't the only path to success. (Jan 2018)
Create non-religious charter schools as open alternatives. (Apr 2016)
Reverse transfer credits toward associate degrees. (Mar 2016)
$1.2B for automatic COLA adjustments for teachers. (Jan 2014)
Prioritize early childhood education. ()
Increase teacher salary to help recruit and retain. ()
Voted NO on reauthorizing the DC opportunity scholarship program. (Mar 2011)
Voted YES on $40B for green public schools. (May 2009)
Voted YES on additional $10.2B for federal education & HHS projects. (Nov 2007)
Voted YES on $84 million in grants for Black and Hispanic colleges. (Mar 2006)
Voted NO on allowing school prayer during the War on Terror. (Nov 2001)
Reduce class size to 18 children in grades 1 to 3. (Mar 2001)
Rated 100% by the NEA, indicating pro-public education votes. (Dec 2003)

[wildflower]

1. I think it's important to have him in the field

His focus on climate change is needed.

[MFM008]

2. Yes

Hes been a good Governor.

[Bradshaw3]

3. He should be higher in the polls

Impresive resume and record of accomplishment, and shown to be a leader.

[femmedem]

9. I agree! Btw, I'm happy to see Warren moving up.

Of course, she also has a great resume and record of accomplishment.

[Persondem]

12. Thank you for the good thoughts.

I posted on another thread about how Bill Clinton was around 2% at this point in 1991. There is still time.

[ancianita]

4. Inslee is pro-marijuana. A Big one for millennial voters, along with climate change.

"...We legalized marijuana. It's about time we did that nationwide..."

[BlueStater]

5. His record is progressive. He has governing experience. He's accomplished great things.

Why he isn't doing better in the polls is beyond my comprehension.

[Andy823]

6. I think the debates

Will change a lot of things, and I think Inslee will start being noticed a lot more. The first debate will let everyone get a look him, and hear what he has to say.

I also think the debates will help the women running get the attention they deserve. We have some great women running and they need to be heard.

[LAS14]

7. Inslee was my choice after his appearance on Rachel, but...

... I lost faith in him after his CNN town hall. Make no mistake. I'd be delighted to have him for president. But I think we need someone with some charisma to win the election (or to clinch it). He seemed to have it on Rachel. He seemed not to have it at the town hall. Here's hoping he sends out sparks in the debates. For all the reasons you list, but mostly for his focus on climate change.

[BlueWI]

8. Such a great candidate with such limited name recognition.

I hope we can all pitch in to help spread the word. Warren and Sanders have well established support from the more liberal wing of the party. It's hard to be the newer guy in town.

[Persondem]

10. Of course I agree 100%. Hopefully the debates will help. nt

[oasis]

11. K and R