John Zingale
John Zingale (Democratic Party) ran for election to the Washington House of Representatives to represent District 18-Position 2. He lost in the general election on November 5, 2024.
Zingale completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. Click here to read the survey answers.
Biography
John Zingale earned a bachelor's degree from Northern Illinois University in 2003 and a graduate degree from the University of Portland in 2013. Zingale's career experience includes working as a social studies teacher, podcast host, co-regional coordinator, and website/tech director.[1][2]
Zingale has been affiliated with the following organizations:[2]
- Clark County Historic Preservation Commission
- National History Day
- Close Up
- Northwest Council for Computer Education
- Fort Vancouver National Historic Site
- Mount St. Helens Institute
- International Society for Technology in Education
Elections
2024
See also: Washington House of Representatives elections, 2024
General election
General election for Washington House of Representatives District 18-Position 2
John Ley defeated John Zingale in the general election for Washington House of Representatives District 18-Position 2 on November 5, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ |  | John Ley (R) | 50.9 | 42,603 |
 | John Zingale (D)  | 49.0 | 40,995 | |
| Other/Write-in votes | 0.2 | 150 | ||
| Total votes: 83,748 | |||
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Nonpartisan primary election
Nonpartisan primary for Washington House of Representatives District 18-Position 2
John Zingale and John Ley defeated Philip Johnson in the primary for Washington House of Representatives District 18-Position 2 on August 6, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | John Zingale (D) | 47.8 | 20,641 |
| ✔ | | John Ley (R) | 38.4 | 16,590 |
| Philip Johnson (R) | 13.6 | 5,889 | ||
| Other/Write-in votes | 0.1 | 41 | ||
| Total votes: 43,161 | |||
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Campaign finance
Endorsements
Ballotpedia did not identify endorsements for Zingale in this election.
2022
See also: Washington House of Representatives elections, 2022
General election
General election for Washington House of Representatives District 18-Position 1
Stephanie McClintock defeated John Zingale in the general election for Washington House of Representatives District 18-Position 1 on November 8, 2022.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ |  | Stephanie McClintock (R) | 52.4 | 34,012 |
| John Zingale (D) | 47.5 | 30,838 | |
| Other/Write-in votes | 0.1 | 92 | ||
| Total votes: 64,942 | |||
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Nonpartisan primary election
Nonpartisan primary for Washington House of Representatives District 18-Position 1
Stephanie McClintock and John Zingale advanced from the primary for Washington House of Representatives District 18-Position 1 on August 2, 2022.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Stephanie McClintock (R) | 52.7 | 22,979 |
| ✔ | | John Zingale (D) | 47.1 | 20,569 |
| Other/Write-in votes | 0.2 | 92 | ||
| Total votes: 43,640 | |||
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Campaign themes
2024
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Ballotpedia survey responses
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John Zingale completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Zingale's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.
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“My job is to inspire kids and show them the connection between history and life. I love teaching and am very passionate about it. Being in the classroom around kids has inspired my decision to run because I want to teach them that they can make a difference in their community. Kids are the ones asking the tough questions about the future and we owe them answers about how we’re working to make it better.”
Before teaching, I began my work, and union career, in the grocery retail business. I started my 16+ year career at age 15 bagging groceries in Illinois for Jewel-Osco. I worked my way up the company ladder from bagger, to cashier, to grocery manager, etc., to become one of the youngest Asst.Store Directors in the company before I transferred and moved to the Pacific Northwest. Once here, I met my wife and we started our family. I love raising our two children here, and want to ensure that they, and others, have a future where everyone is included and can thrive.- Our Washington State Constitution calls education our “paramount duty,” but we can do more to make sure this is happening. I want to make sure our children attend schools in safe, healthy, and modernized buildings. That means lowering the bond percentage to at least 55%, but preferably a simple majority. As an award-winning classroom teacher, I know first-hand the success of innovative public school programs. Let’s expand Career and Technical Education, Running Start, and magnet programs like Cascadia Tech, Vancouver School of Arts and Academics (VSAA), Vancouver iTech Prep. I will bring my “teacher voice,” to Olympia to ensure our state upholds its "duty," to fully fund schools, including special education services.
- Affordable, accessible, & safe housing makes for successful communities that attract more investment. We need to think innovatively as we address this critical issue here in Clark County and across our state. I will create incentives for constructing more sustainable buildings and work with local officials for reasonable zoning changes. I’ll work to keep rent stable so that people will not be priced out of their homes, and give people predictability to save or to retire in place. Younger generations are also having new housing expectations that we can all benefit from, this includes creating more middle housing, more walkable communities, better access to public transportation, & more multi-generational housing.
- First and foremost, I will work to protect everyone’s access to the reproductive healthcare that they need, including abortion. I know the burden that so many families face with medical debt. I've seen my students, and their families, deal with it, and I myself went through it when I shattered my leg skiing. I’ll advocate for moving us towards a healthcare-for-all system. Universal healthcare helps encourage innovation and entrepreneurship when it is disentangled from employment. Accessible and affordable healthcare is a human right and a public good. I will advocate for changes to ensure it is available to all Washingtonians.
- Climate Change and Sustainability: If we do not address it we will not have a place to live and thrive.
- Civil Rights: We must ensure the rights of our citizens remain intact and protected. We can not let rights deteriorate. When that happens we move backwards as a society, a state, and country.
- Public Service: I want to see more people get back into public service careers. I want to see those jobs diversify to reflect our population so we can better serve everyone.
- Empathy and Compassion: Understanding and considering the needs and concerns of the community, especially marginalized or vulnerable groups, is vital.
- Vision and Leadership: Elected officials should have a clear vision for the future and the ability to inspire and lead others toward achieving common goals.
- Integrity and Honesty: Elected officials must be trustworthy and transparent, maintaining high ethical standards and honesty in their actions and decisions.
- Communication Skills: Effective communication is essential for conveying ideas, listening to constituents, and fostering dialogue among stakeholders.
- Collaboration and Teamwork: The ability to work well with other officials, agencies, and the community to achieve common objectives is essential.
- Resilience and Adaptability: The capacity to handle crises, adapt to changing circumstances, and remain focused on long-term goals despite setbacks is important.
- Knowledge and Competence: A deep understanding of the issues, policies, and the legal framework within which they operate is crucial for effective governance.
- Fairness and Justice: Commitment to equality and fairness in the creation and implementation of laws and policies is important for maintaining public trust.
- Accountability: They should take responsibility for their actions, be answerable to the public, and be willing to explain their decisions and policies.
However, I am a parent of a 7 and 10 year old, so the theme song to "Bluey" is always in my head.
Legislators face complex issues requiring diverse perspectives and collective problem-solving. Good relationships enable open dialogue and innovative solutions to common challenges. In a polarized political environment, building relationships across party lines is essential for bipartisan cooperation, leading to more balanced and widely accepted policies.
Support and mentorship are also additional benefits. Experienced legislators can provide guidance and support people like me and other newer members. Strong working relationships can streamline legislative processes, reduce conflicts, and improve overall efficiency. Collaborative relationships can result in comprehensive policies addressing a broader range of constituents' needs, leading to more effective and equitable outcomes.
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2022
John Zingale completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2022. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Zingale's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.
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“My job is to inspire kids and show them the connection between history and life. I love teaching and very passionate about it. Being in the classroom around kids has inspired my decision to run because I want to teach them that they can make a difference in their community. Kids are the ones asking the tough questions about the future and we owe them answers about how we’re working to make it better.”
Before teaching, I began my work, and union career, in the grocery retail business. I started my 16+ year career at age 15 bagging groceries in Illinois for Jewel-Osco. I worked my way up the company ladder from bagger, to cashier, to grocery manager, etc., to become one of the youngest Assistant Store Directors in the company before I transferred and moved to the Pacific Northwest. Once here, I met my wife and we started our family. I love raising out two children here, and want to ensure that they, and others, have a future where everyone is included and can thrive.- Envisioning Quality Education for All: I am hopeful for our future, I see thoughtfulness, curiosity, and excitement in my classroom everyday. However, I also see students and families struggling, and gaps in education funding. It's time to make sure all students can be successful by fully funding our schools to ensure no door or opportunity is closed on our children.
- Rebuilding & Improving Infrastructure: We must make sure we are prepared to handle the continuous growth that is occurring in our county and area. This means building sustainably and being forward thinking in what is required for housing, schools, roadways, daycare, internet, and other essential infrastructure. We can strengthen our community with the hard working people of Southwest Washington. We must champion family wage jobs while creating more affordable housing in our district. A path to the middle class is paramount to ensuring our community can grow and prosper for years to come. It shouldn’t be just a dream, it must be attainable for everyone.
- Incentivizing Small Business Growth and Operation: Let's create a district that is friendly to small business owners. Small business growth is vital to the economic prosperity of this region and we need to make it more rewarding for small business owners to build in our communities and invest in their employees. I will work hard to foster relationships within the small business community as a steward of this region and as an elected official.
Climate Change and Sustainability: We need to be forward thinking in how we address this issue. If we do not work on addressing it we will not have a place to live and thrive. Washington can be a leader in this area. We can create jobs that help to build out our infrastructure so that we are prepared for a growing population while also transitioning to a more self-sufficient energy grid.
Civil Rights: We must ensure that the rights of our citizens remain intact and our protected. We can not let rights deteriorate. When that happens we move backwards as a society, a state, and country. We can also work to make sure that properly trained people are responding to the people in need/crisis.
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Campaign finance summary
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See also
2024 Elections
External links
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