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Nirav Sheth
Nirav Sheth (Republican Party) ran for election to the U.S. House to represent Washington's 10th Congressional District. He lost in the primary on August 6, 2024.
Sheth completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2023. Click here to read the survey answers.
Biography
Nirav Sheth served in the U.S. Marine Corps from 2011 to 2014. He earned an associate degree from the Government Polytechnic State Institute of Gujarat in India in 2006. His career experience includes working as an electrical engineer, in computer science, as an aircraft mechanic, as an automotive service advisor, and in property management.[1]
Elections
2024
See also: Washington's 10th Congressional District election, 2024
Washington's 10th Congressional District election, 2024 (August 6 top-two primary)
General election
General election for U.S. House Washington District 10
Incumbent Marilyn Strickland defeated Don Hewett in the general election for U.S. House Washington District 10 on November 5, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ |  | Marilyn Strickland (D) | 58.5 | 203,732 |
 | Don Hewett (R) | 41.2 | 143,492 | |
| Other/Write-in votes | 0.2 | 820 | ||
| Total votes: 348,044 | |||
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Nonpartisan primary election
Nonpartisan primary for U.S. House Washington District 10
The following candidates ran in the primary for U.S. House Washington District 10 on August 6, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Marilyn Strickland (D) | 54.3 | 93,942 |
| ✔ | | Don Hewett (R) | 26.7 | 46,258 |
 | Nirav Sheth (R) | 11.7 | 20,208 | |
 | Desirée Toliver (D) | 3.7 | 6,424 | |
 | Eric Mahaffy (D) | 2.0 | 3,527 | |
 | Richard Boyce (Congress Sucks Party) | 1.2 | 2,056 | |
 | Kurtis Engle (Union Party) | 0.3 | 545 | |
| Other/Write-in votes | 0.1 | 192 | ||
| Total votes: 173,152 | |||
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Jay Fratt (R)
- Edward Saner (D)
Endorsements
Sheth received the following endorsements.
Campaign themes
2024
Ballotpedia survey responses
See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection
Nirav Sheth completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2023. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Sheth's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.
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He was once a homeless college student, served in the Marines, assisted the liaison for the U.S. Border Patrol intelligence, served as a police officer in Lakewood, WA, and owns several small businesses.
He firmly believes that unity and collaboration are the keys to a better society. His message is one of fighting for each other and not against each other by representing all citizens in the 8th congressional district and Washington State.- As a legal immigrant, I understand how imperative it is to keep the U.S. the beacon of hope for all of those seeking a better life. Legal immigration has been and will continue to be the only way for successful integration into our great nation. I want to ensure that the most vulnerable coming into our country have access to the resources that they will need to start a new successful life here.
- Parents play a pivotal role in their child's education, beginning within the home environment. Unfortunately, the emphasis on nurturing critical thinking abilities and fundamental education is gone from public schools. My aim is to restore authority over schools to the very communities that they cater to. By fostering a collaborative approach between parents, educators, and local communities, we can create an education system that focuses on the development of critical thinking skills, encourages independent thought, and ultimately prepares students for a better future.
- We must make crime illegal in Washington State again and support our emergency services to the fullest. Law enforcement and fire departments play a vital role in maintaining public safety. Providing them with the necessary funding for better equipment will protect them and enhance their ability to respond swiftly and effectively to emergencies, safeguarding the well-being of our communities.
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Campaign website
Sheth's campaign website stated the following:
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Join The Fight to Unite Issues That Matter To You
Infrastructure is a critical foundation for a thriving economy. By investing in stronger and safer transportation systems, ensuring the resilience of our electric grid, and providing support for small businesses, we can create a conducive environment for economic growth.
As an Immigrant, I know that legal immigration not only ensures a successful integration into our great nation but also upholds the values of fairness, opportunity, and diversity that make the U.S. a beacon of hope for those seeking a better life.
Supporting our emergency services and making crime illegal again in Washington State is crucial. By providing adequate funding and better equipment, we can ensure the safety of our communities and enable law enforcement and fire departments to respond effectively to emergencies.
Collaborating with parents, educators, and local communities is key to creating an education system that prioritizes critical thinking skills and independent thought. Together, we can ensure a brighter future for our students. [2] |
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| —Nirav Sheth’s campaign website (2024)[3] | ||
Campaign finance summary
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See also
2024 Elections
External links
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Footnotes
- ↑ Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on August 24, 2023
- ↑ Note: This text is quoted verbatim from the original source. Any inconsistencies are attributable to the original source.
- ↑ Nirav Sheth for Congress, “Home,” accessed July 17, 2024
