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Barry Buchanan

Whatcom County Council - At Large, Position A

At Large, Washington

Barry Buchanan is a prominent political figure in Whatcom County, Washington, currently serving as a member of the Whatcom County Council for At-Large Position A. He has been in this role since his election in 2018 and is now in his third term. Buchanan has previously served on the Bellingham City Council, where he developed a reputation for addressing critical community issues. Buchanan was elected to the Whatcom County Council in 2018 and has since become the chair of the council and the Criminal Justice and Safety Committee. His leadership roles reflect his commitment to public safety, criminal justice reform, and community welfare.