Savio Pham
Republican | Washington
Candidate Profile
Leans Liberal
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Savio Pham
Party
Republican
Election Year
2018
Election
Primary
Race
State Senator, Dist. 38
Incumbent
No
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EDUCATION
University of Phoenix, Phoenix, Doctorate, 2015
Ottawa University, Kansas City, MBA, 2008
Ottawa University, Kansas City, BAs, 2005
WORK & MILITARY
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Race
OTHER INFORMATION
QUESTIONNAIRE
OTHER IMPORTANT ISSUES
Human life begins at conception and deserves legal protection at every stage until natural death.
Agree
I am in favor of necessary infrastructure on our border that maximizes the ability to control entering and exiting the United States.
Agree
Governments should not discriminate against individuals, organizations or small businesses because of their belief that marriage is only a union of one man and one woman.
Agree
Governments should define marriage as a relationship between one man and one woman.
Agree
It is the government’s responsibility to be sure everyone has a livable income.
Neutral
It is the government’s responsibility to be sure everyone has health insurance.
Neutral
Judeo-Christian values established a framework of morality which permitted our system of limited government.
No Answer
More restrictive gun control is needed to protect public safety.
Disagree
Free enterprise and the right to private property are essential elements of a productive economic system.
Strongly Agree
Religious liberty is at risk in the United States and deserves the highest level of protection in the law.
Neutral
Any teaching to children on sex education in public schools must include all contraceptive methods, and should not show preference to abstinence.
Disagree
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Agree
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive funds from federal, state, or local governments.
Agree
Parents should have the right to opt their children out of classes as they see fit.
Neutral
The state constitution should limit the growth of spending to the rate of population growth plus the rate of inflation.
No Answer
Congress should pass a balanced budget amendment to the Constitution.
Agree
Government should compel businesses and schools to allow access in all cases based on “gender identity.”
Neutral
I support sanctuary cities.
Disagree
I support the death penalty.
Disagree
Commercial surrogacy should be legal.
Strongly Disagree
The best way to maintain peace is through a strong military.
Agree
Parents should be the primary authority in decisions affecting their minor children.
Agree
Mandatory minimum sentencing should be required and enforced for violent crimes.
Neutral
Individual rights come from government.
Strongly Disagree
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
Personally I believe that all stages and form of life have value.
What in the nature of mankind caused America’s Founders to carefully define, separate, and limit powers in the Constitution?
Most America's Founders came from a Christian background where mankind is believed to be inherently good because we are created in the image of God. But within that good, there is recognition that sins such as pride and greed exist.
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
As person who fled from a communist country, I believe in religious freedom. Personally, I am a devout Roman Catholic. I believe in the goodness of people and the value of life.
When you consider your views on a wide range of issues from economic and social matters to foreign policy and immigration, which of the following best describes you overall?
Moderate
Please provide publicly available information validating your answer to the previous question.
Inherently, I am a pragmatic person with common sense. As a community advocate, I believe in listening to and meeting the needs of the community. As a former professor, I believe in assessing all the data to make informed data-driven decisions. Therefore, as a Senator, I would listen to the needs of my constituents, take input from stakeholders, and then make the best informed decision for the community.
What is the best way to bring down unemployment?
Unemployment is a complex issue that has many root causes. We need to approach unemployment with a multi-prong, comprehensive strategy with the involvement of local, regional, and national stakeholders, as well as individual effort.
How would you promote healthcare coverage that is adequate, affordable and accessible for all?
Adequate, affordable, and accessible healthcare is essential for the health of our community. The discussion has been on the extreme ends of the spectrum. I would like to bring all the stakeholders to the table and discuss how we can indeed bring affordable and accessible healthcare to LD 38 region.
What role should government play in boosting the economy?
Boosting the economy requires a strong commerce infrastructure and policies. Government plays a critical role in policy making and infrastructure building to provide and facilitate opportunities that would allow business to grow and thrive.
What education or experience qualifies you to hold the office for which you seek election?
I earned 2 Bachelors, a MBA, and a doctoral degree in Management Organizational Leadership. I have worked as a chief technology officer, a professor at Highline Community College, and most recently as a District Representative for a Congressional office. I am also active in my local church and community. Most of my community service activities and initiatives focus on mentoring youth and young adults and advocating for underrepresented communities.
E-mail address and phone number for voters to reach you:
elect@saviopham.com 206-487-4007
Is there anything else you would like voters to know about you?
I grew up in Vietnam under Communist control and witnessed firsthand, life without basic human rights or freedom. I fled Vietnam in hope of having a life with freedom of speech, religion, and opportunities. The moment I set foot on U.S. soil, I promised that I would never take freedom for granted. Since then, I have lived a life of service to repay all the blessings and opportunities that have come my way. Becoming the State Senator of Legislative District 38 is a calling to serve, and I responded with joy and determination to earn each and every vote.
