Politics & Government

Derek Kilmer Announces Facebook Cover Photo Contest

The Congressman from Gig Harbor is asking users to submit photos by Sept. 6.

Representative Derek Kilmer today announced his first Facebook Cover Photo contest for residents of Washington’s 6th District.

All residents are encouraged to enter an original, high-quality photograph of the region for an opportunity for it to appear as the cover photo on Representative Kilmer’s Facebook page. 

“Our region features some of the most beautiful scenery in the world, and I’m excited to give all of my constituents an opportunity to help me share it,” said Representative Derek Kilmer

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For consideration, residents may submit an original, high-quality photo along with their name, photo location, and a brief description to kilmer.photocontest@mail.house.gov.

The deadline to submit photos is Friday, 5 p.m., Sept. 6.  All entrants must own the copyrights for their submission.   

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On Monday, Sept. 9, Representative Kilmer will announce and post the photos of five finalists on his Facebook page.  Fans of Representative Kilmer’s Facebook page will then be able to select the winner of the contest by ‘”liking” their favorite of the five finalists.  Voting will end on Thursday, September 12th at 5pm PDT.

Photos must be original, high-quality and taken in the region of Washington’s 6th District.


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