Daniel Chung

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Daniel M. Chung

Nonpartisan

Elections and appointments

Last election

June 7, 2022

Education

Bachelor's

Harvard College, 2011

Law

Columbia Law School, 2014

Personal

Birthplace

Los Angeles, Calif.

Religion

Christian

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Daniel M. Chung ran for election for Santa Clara County District Attorney in California. He lost in the primary on June 7, 2022.

Chung completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2022. Click here to read the survey answers.

Biography

Daniel M. Chung was born in Los Angeles, California. He earned a bachelor's degree from Harvard College in 2011 and a law degree from Columbia Law School in 2014.

Elections

2022

See also: Municipal elections in Santa Clara County, California (2022)

Nonpartisan primary election

Nonpartisan primary for Santa Clara County District Attorney

Incumbent Jeff Rosen won election outright against Daniel M. Chung and Sajid Khan in the primary for Santa Clara County District Attorney on June 7, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Submit photo	Jeff Rosen (Nonpartisan)	55.9	181,851
		Daniel M. Chung (Nonpartisan)	24.4	79,378
		Sajid Khan (Nonpartisan)	19.7	64,179

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 325,408
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Campaign themes

2022

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Daniel M. Chung completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2022. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Chung's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

Daniel Chung is a career prosecutor who is committed to prosecuting crime. He grew up in a single-parent immigrant family in Milpitas and has lived approximately two decades in Santa Clara County. Financial aid and teaching jobs enabled him to attend Harvard and Columbia. His father served in the military and in law enforcement and inspired him to pursue public service. Daniel prosecuted gun crimes in New York City and violent crimes in Santa Clara County. In 2020, DA Rosen awarded him the Webb Award for being one of his two best trial attorneys. Daniel is committed to restoring justice and uplifting people in his home community.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

• I will fight for public safety by enforcing laws and prosecuting crime
• I will advocate for victims' rights and push for speedy resolution of cases
• I will enact systemic changes that will promote fairness and equality for defendants

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

I am a career prosecutor who is committed to prosecuting crime. I will fight for public safety, victims’ rights, and systemic changes. I will enforce laws and pursue balanced reforms.

As DA, I will prioritize prosecuting repeat, serious, and violent offenders. The revolving door for criminals must stop. Violent and property crimes must be taken seriously. I will reform charging and prosecution practices to treat victims and defendants with dignity and fairness. I will strengthen community outreach and partnerships with law enforcement and mental health services.

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

I care about people and their struggles. As a Christian, I believe in redemption and second chances. However, justice also requires accountability. I am committed to restoring justice and uplifting people in my home community.

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