John Koster is a third generation Dairyman from Snohomish County.  John grew up with humble, yet proud roots.  John's parents were guided in life by faith in God, love of country, and love of family.  His parents were hard-working and most importantly they had integrity.

John's father worked hard to keep the dairy farm going.  At one point, he had to take a second job as a bus driver just to keep the farm afloat. 

There were tough times for John and his family, but because of their hard work and belief in the American Dream, John and his family succeeded.

John Koster married his wife Vicki in 1971.  They have 4 grown children, and 9 grandchildren.  The whole family resides in Snohomish County and there is nothing that gives John more pleasure than spending time with his grandchildren.

It is John's love of family that prompted John to run for Congress.  John is concerned that the American Dream that he was able to live will not be available for future generations.  The debt that Congress is running up is out of control, and we are rapidly destroying the free enterprise system that made America's economy the most productive in the world.

As a businessman and public servant, John Koster has the right experience to represent us in Congress. John was a three term state representative in Olympia, where he earned a reputation as a fiscal watchdog.  During his time in the legislature, John was responsible for organizing the Conservative Caucus where he worked with other legislators to lower taxes and cut spending.

After running for Congress in 2000 and narrowly losing to Rick Larsen, John continued his public service after getting elected to the Snohomish County Council.  As a county councilman, John has not only been a leader on the county-level, he has been chosen by his peers to serve on the board of directors of the National and State Associations of Counties.

John Koster is a graduate of Arlington High School and Everett Community College.  John is a lifelong resident of Washington's 2^nd Congressional District and has been active in the community, serving on the Snohomish Agricultural Advisory Committee. He is a past Board President of Arlington Christian School and attends Arlington First Baptist Church.