Sharon Tomiko Santos

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Sharon Tomiko Santos

U.S.A.

Party Democrat
Latest Campaign State House of Reps
Date of Birth July 5, 1961 (Age: 65)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Personal Background

Sharon Tomiko Santos holds a bachelor's degree from Evergreen State College and a master's degree from Northeastern University. Santos spent several years in the Washington House of Representatives, where she became the first Japanese-American woman to serve in a state legislature on the mainland. She focused on committees related to education, finance, and insurance, among others. Santos has demonstrated legislative prowess by sponsoring a bill that successfully amended Washington's wrongful death law. Her career transitions reflect a commitment to public service and policy reform.

Political Ideas

Sharon Tomiko Santos's legislative record shows an unexpected convergence with opposing factions on environmental regulations, revealing a highly calculated approach to protecting regional industrial interests. Her ideological positioning is further complicated by a progressive stance on family justice, as evidenced by her successful 2019 bill that amended Washington's wrongful death law. Santos's rhetoric often emphasizes inclusivity and historical justice, suggesting a nuanced understanding of both social equity and economic pragmatism. Her unique policy stances and strategic legislative choices compel deeper inquiry into how she balances these seemingly disparate priorities.

Campaigns
2024: Washington State House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Legislative District 37 - State Representative Pos. 1

63,074 votes (98.28%)

Win

Position Details

Committee Membership
Education
Chair
Washington-Hyogo Friendship Council
Member
Public Stadium Authority Advisory Committee
Member
Legislative Oral History Committee
Member
Education Ombuds Appointment Committee
Member
Educational Opportunity Gap Oversight & Accountability Committee
Member
Consumer Protection & Business
Member
Finance
Member
Work-Integrated Learning Advisory Committee
Member
2022: Washington State House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

LEGISLATIVE DISTRICT 37 - State Representative Pos. 1

54,088 votes (91.14%)

Win
2020: Washington State House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

LEGISLATIVE DISTRICT 37 - State Representative Pos. 1

63,557 votes (81.73%)

Win
2018: Washington State House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Legislative District 37 - State Representative Pos. 1

54,218 votes (100.00%)

Win
2016: Washington State House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Legislative District 37 - State Representative Pos. 1

57,092 votes (90.91%)

Win
2014: Washington State House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Washington's 37th legislative district House 1 general election, 2014

33,001 votes (86.91%)

Win
2012: Washington State House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Washington's 37th legislative district House 1 general election, 2012

49,275 votes (100.00%)

Win
2010: Washington State House of Representatives

Election History

Washington's 37th legislative district House 1 election, 2010

Loss