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Darshan Rauniyar
Darshan Rauniyar was a 2016 Democratic candidate for District 1-Position 2 of the Washington House of Representatives.
Rauniyar was a 2012 Democratic candidate who sought election to the U.S. House to represent the 1st Congressional District of Washington.[1]
Campaign themes
2016
Rauniyar's campaign website highlighted the following issues:[2]
Creating jobs
- Excerpt: "We have an obligation to continue to help create a climate where these companies can thrive and their workers can have an excellent quality of life."
Strengthening our schools
- Excerpt: "I believe strongly in fostering innovation and looking for new models of learning to ensure success at every grade in every school."
Getting our region moving
- Excerpt: "We passed the first transportation package in a decade and our area has almost nothing to show for it. Out of a $16 billion package, our area saw $10 million. So, we continue to be stuck in traffic instead of being productive or spending time with our families."
Championing the environment
- Excerpt: "Our scientific community has made it clear that we are headed toward devastating climate change and that a rapid transition away from dirty fuels is essential."
2012
According to his website, Rauniyar's campaign platform included the following issues[3]:
- Constitutional amendment to reverse the Citizens United decision
- Nationwide high-speed internet
- Higher Pell Grant funding
Elections
2016
Elections for the Washington House of Representatives took place in 2016. The primary election was held on August 2, 2016, and the general election was held on November 8, 2016. The candidate filing deadline was May 20, 2016. Incumbent Luis Moscoso (D) did not seek re-election.
Shelley Kloba defeated Jim Langston in the Washington House of Representatives, District 1-Position 2 general election.[4]
| Washington House of Representatives, District 1-Position 2 General Election, 2016 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Party | Candidate | Vote % | Votes | |
| Democratic |  Shelley Kloba |
55.18% | 39,076 | |
| Republican | Jim Langston | 44.82% | 31,739 | |
| Total Votes | 70,815 | |||
| Source: Washington Secretary of State | ||||
Shelley Kloba and Jim Langston defeated Aaron Moreau-Cook, Kyoko Matsumoto Wright and Darshan Rauniyar in the Washington House of Representatives District 1-Position 2 top two primary.[5][6]
| Washington House of Representatives, District 1-Position 2 Top Two Primary, 2016 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Party | Candidate | Vote % | Votes | |
| Democratic | Shelley Kloba |
31.35% | 9,211 | |
| Republican | Jim Langston |
39.67% | 11,657 | |
| Democratic | Aaron Moreau-Cook | 6.10% | 1,792 | |
| Democratic | Kyoko Matsumoto Wright | 10.22% | 3,003 | |
| Democratic | Darshan Rauniyar | 12.66% | 3,719 | |
| Total Votes | 29,382 | |||
| Source: Washington Secretary of State | ||||
2012
Rauniyar ran in the 2012 election for the U.S. House to represent Washington's 1st District. He sought the nomination as a Democrat and faced Suzan DelBene (D), Darcy Burner (D), Laura Ruderman (D), Steve Hobbs (D), John Koster (R), and Larry Ishmael (I) in the August 7 primary.[7] He was defeated in the primary.[8]
At a July event, the candidates had an opportunity to name their highest priority. Burner raised concerns about Super PACs and voiced support of the Affordable Care Act. DelBene said she would focus on job creation. Rauniyar and Steve Hobbs promised to bring a new face to politics. Laura Ruderman stressed greater health care access. The only Republican in the race, Koster emphasized the need for smaller government.[9]
As of late July, polling had Republican John Koster leading his challengers, who were five Democrats and an independent. The same data showed Democratic candidate Suzan DelBene overtaking Darcy Burner for the second slot, thanks largely to a TV ad blitz from DelBene.[10]
One month short term special election
Rauniyar also ran in a special election to fill retiring representative Jay Inslee's seat for a one-month term before the 2012-2014 term begins. The special election took place on the same primary and general election dates as the full term..[11]
Rauniyar joined full-term challengers Suzan DelBene (D), Laura Ruderman (D), Darcy Burner (D), and John Koster (R), along with six candidates who ran just for the one-month term: J. Byron Holcomb (D), Brian Berry (D), Brian Sullivan (D), Ruth Morrison (D), Steven Gerdes (R), and Bob Champion (I).[12]
Recent news
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See also
- Washington House of Representatives
- Washington House of Representatives District 1
- Washington House of Representatives elections, 2016
- Washington State Legislature
External links
- Official campaign website
- Darshan Rauniyar on Facebook
- Darshan Rauniyar on Twitter
- Washington State Legislature
Footnotes
- ↑ Seattlest, "Another potential Inslee successor enters the fray," June 27, 2011
- ↑ Darhshan for House, "Issues," accessed July 11, 2016
- ↑ Darshan Rauniyar campaign website, "Issues tab," accessed August 2, 2012
- ↑ Washington Secretary of State, "General Election Results 2016," accessed December 2, 2016
- ↑ Washington Secretary of State, "2016 Candidates Who Have Filed," accessed May 23, 2016
- ↑ Washington Secretary of State, "August 2, 2016 Primary Results," accessed August 25, 2016
- ↑ Washington Secretary of State, "Top 2 Primary: FAQ," accessed May 17, 2012
- ↑ AP Primary Results
- ↑ Seattle Times, "Congressional District 1 candidates stake their ground, as poll shows movement," July 28, 2012
- ↑ Seattle Times, "Voters face crowded ballots for 1st District," July 31, 2012
- ↑ Seattle Times, "Special election to replace Inslee for 1 month," April 2, 2012
- ↑ Washington Secretary of State, "Candidate Filings," accessed May 18, 2012
