Question:
Which position did Jim McDermott hold in Sep, 1977?

Context:
 Jim McDermott holds the position of member of the State Senate of Washington from Jan, 1975 to Jul, 1987. 
 Jim McDermott holds the position of United States representative from Jan, 1989 to Jan, 1991. 
 Jim McDermott holds the position of member of the Washington House of Representatives from Jan, 1971 to Jan, 1973.

Answer:
member of the State Senate of Washington