Technology and business attorney Cyrus Habib, a Bellevue native and candidate for State House in the 48th Legislative District, has announced more major endorsements in the run-up to the Aug. 7 primary election.

Both of Washington’s U.S. Senators, Patty Murray and Maria Cantwell, have now endorsed Habib, headlining a bipartisan list of local, regional, state and federal leaders, including the Mayors of Bellevue, Redmond, and Kirkland, representing the major communities in the district.

“I am so honored to have the support and confidence of our U.S. Senators,” said Habib. “Sen. Murray is a leader in transportation and family wage jobs, while Sen. Cantwell is a true advocate for our technology sector and the rights of women. These issues are central to my campaign and their support is a great reflection of my leadership in these areas.”

Habib also has earned the endorsement of the League of Education Voters, the American Federation of Teachers (Washington) and Stand for Children, reflecting his willingness to fight for high standards and accountability in our public school system. “In addition to making education our top funding priority, we must also ensure that the system itself is dedicated to 100 percent college readiness in Washington State,” Habib said.

“When I lost my eyesight as a 3rd grader, I relied on great teachers in the Bellevue public schools system to help me overcome some serious barriers and help me succeed,” said Habib, who went on to become a Rhodes Scholar and Yale Law School graduate. “I am committed to great, innovative schools for every Eastside child and will dedicate myself to finding real funding and accountability solutions.”

The momentum generated by endorsements is reflected in other areas of the campaign as well. Habib has raised nearly $150,000, outpacing all but a few legislative candidates anywhere in the state, and continues to attract volunteers and supporters to supplement Habib’s busy schedule of knocking on doors.

“The support from elected leaders and organizations is gratifying, but the real reward of this campaign is meeting neighbors on their doorsteps and discussing the issues important to their families,” said Habib, who relies on his cane and the help of a volunteer to navigate precinct maps and porch steps. “I get some questions about my cane and sunglasses, but if I have learned one thing during my life, it’s the importance of hard work and problem-solving. I’ll bring these skills with me to Olympia, where they are certainly needed.”