Riaz Khan

Republican | Washington

Candidate Profile

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BIOGRAPHY

Name

Riaz Khan


Party

Republican


Election Year

2026


Election

Primary


Race

State Senator, Dist. 21


Incumbent

No


Links

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EDUCATION

Webster university, St. Louis, MO, MBA, 2001-2002

Texas State University, San Marcus, TX, CPM, 2002-2003

WORK & MILITARY

(Candidate did not provide)

AFFILIATIONS

Islamic Center of Mukilteo, President, 2014 to Present

Boeing - SPEEA, Council Representative, 2015 - 2019

21st LD - Democratic party, EX, Vice Chair, 2023-2024

YMCA, Ex, Board of Director, 2018-2019

POLITICAL OFFICES HELD

Mukilteo City Councilmember, 2019-2023

Boeing - SPEEA, Council Representative, 2015-2024

POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT

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SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS


LIBERAL
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (1)

Local, County, and District Democratic Organizations (2023)

RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (0)

OTHER INFORMATION

This article is on his decision to switch parties. 

QUESTIONNAIRE

RIGHT TO LIFE

Human life deserves legal protection from conception until natural death.

Strongly Agree

The lives of human embryos created through artificial methods ought to be protected from purposeful destruction.

Agree

Under what circumstances should an elective abortion be allowed?

Only in limited circumstances such as protecting the life of the mother, rape or incest.

Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should receive taxpayer funds from federal, state, or local governments (including Title X grants).

Disagree

The Comstock Act, which bans interstate transportation of abortion-inducing drugs, should be enforced.

Agree


ECONOMY

Free enterprise and the right to private property are essential elements of a productive economic system.

Strongly Agree

People who can afford to pay more taxes should do so in order to provide relief for working families.

Disagree

The government should cut spending in order to reduce the national debt.

Strongly Agree

List your top 3-5 priorities to eliminate government waste.

1. Reduce unnecessary government spending and bureaucracy. 2. Increase transparency and accountability in state agencies. 3. Audit state programs for efficiency and taxpayer value. 4. Prioritize public safety. transportation, and essential services. 5. Prevent fraud, misuse of public funds, and wasteful projects.


RELIGIOUS LIBERTY

Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.

Strongly Disagree

What does "separation of church and state" mean to you?

The government should not establish of favor a religion, while every individual should remain free to practice their faith openly without government interferences.


HEALTHCARE

What most closely matches your view on healthcare: A) Healthcare for all should be guaranteed and funded by the government with no private healthcare option. (includes "universal healthcare," "medicare for all," etc.) B) Healthcare insurance funded by the government should be available for all who want it, along with private healthcare options. C) Medicaid and Medicare should remain available, but no other taxpayer-funded programs are necessary. D) Taxpayer funded health care should be abolished in all forms, and Medicaid and Medicare should be defunded.

A: Agreed B: Usually, health care insurance funded by the government should be available for those who want it, along with private healthcare options. C: Medicaid and Medicare should remain available, but to additional taxpayer-funded healthcare program are necessary.

The government should keep a database of people with various ongoing medical illnesses to assess the economic burden of treatment.

Disagree


NATIONAL SECURITY

With regard to America's foreign policy, which view most closely resembles yours: A) The United States should intervene whenever freedom is threatened. B) The United States should selectively help countries trying to grow democracy and fight tyranny. C) The United States has become too involved in others' policies and should remain focused on issues regarding our own sovereignty unless in imminent danger. D) The United States should stay out of foreign conflicts completely.

The United States should remain strong internationally while prioritizing our own national security, economy, and strategic interests.

The Chinese Communist Party poses serious military, cyber security, intellectual property, and global economic threats to the United States.

Neutral

Is the United States' relationship with Israel important, and if so why?

Israel is one of America's strongest allies in the Middle East. A strong relationship supports regional stability.

Islamic terrorism is a threat to the United States' national security.

Neutral

Terrorism of any kind remains a threat to national security.


IMMIGRATION

Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?

I support 100% legal immigration through a fair, secure and orderly process. individuals seeking to immigrate should respect U.S. laws, background and security check, and contribute positively to society and the economy.

I support the existence of sanctuary cities to protect undocumented persons.

Disagree


EDUCATION

I support eliminating the U.S. Department of Education and giving control back to states and communities.

Agree

Foreign governments should be prohibited from funding American education.

Agree


VALUES

Attempts to physically or socially transition a child to the opposite sex constitute child abuse.

Agree

Medical decisions involving child should be approached carefully, responsibly, and with appropriate parental involvement.

Marriage is a God-ordained, sacred and legal union of one man and one woman. No government has the authority to alter this definition.

Agree

I respect traditional family values and religious freedom while also respecting the constitutional rights and dignity of all individuals.

Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.

My faith and values are centered on honesty, compassion, service, responsibility, family and respect for others. I believe in treating people fairly, giving back to the community and serving with integrity.


ELECTIONS AND VOTING

People should be able to vote without photo identification.

Disagree

I support secure and accessible elections, including reasonable voter identification requirements to protect election integrity.


EQUALITY

Biological males should not be allowed to participate in women's sports or occupy biological women's spaces whether it be bathrooms, locker rooms, sorority houses, women's shelters, or prison.

Agree

I support fairness, safety, and privacy in women's sports and protected spaces while treating every individual with respect and dignity.


ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT

What do you believe is the most reliable energy source that will supply the growing demand for electricity?

A balanced energy strategy including hydropower, natural gas, nuclear energy, and renewable energy sources is essential to ensure reliability, affordability and long-term energy security.


ABOUT YOU

Have you ever been penalized for sexual misconduct in either civil or criminal court? If so, please explain.

No

Have you ever been convicted of a felony? If so, please explain.

No

When you consider your views on a wide range of issues from economic and social matters to foreign policy and religious liberty, which of the following best describes you overall?

Conservative

Constitutional conservative focused on public safety, economic opportunity, government accountability, and community values.


CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY

Government has a responsibility to protect children from sexual exploitation during online activities.

Strongly Agree


2ND AMENDMENT

What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?

I support enforcing existing laws, improving background checks, keeping firearms away from violent criminals, and promoting responsible gun ownership while protecting constitutional Second Amendment rights.

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