Manka Dhingra
Democrat | Washington
Candidate Profile
Verified Liberal
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Manka Dhingra
Party
Democrat
Election Year
2024
Election
Primary
Race
Attorney General
Incumbent
No
Links
EDUCATION
University of California - Berkeley, Berkeley, Bachelor of Arts in History and Political Science, 1995
University of Washington School of Law, Seattle, Juris Doctor, 1999
WORK & MILITARY
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AFFILIATIONS
Chaya, Co-founder. A longtime advocate for women and immigrant rights, I recognized how often domestic violence in the South Asian community goes unreported. In response, I co-founded Chaya (now API Chaya) and led the organization’s work to end systemic violence through education and prevention. While at Chaya, I was President of the Board of Directors for two years, worked as a victim advocate, led a girls group to empower young women in the South Asian community, and provided training for Chaya volunteer advocates as well as culturally specific training for domestic violence organizations in the community., National Alliance on Mental Illness, Eastside
I was Chair of the Board from 2015 to 2017 and Co-Chair of the Board from 2013 to 2015. I earned the organization’s highest award, the Rynas Advocacy Award, in January 2017. NAMI works to improve the quality of life of all those affected by mental illness., Hopelink, Board of Directors. (2018-Present)
King County Sexual Assault Resource Center, Member Honorary Advisory Cabinet, National Academy for State Health Policy
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
Washington State Senator, 45th Legislative District, 2017-Present
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
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SCORECARDS
CONSERVATIVE ORGANIZATIONS
LIBERAL ORGANIZATIONS
ENDORSEMENTS
LIBERAL (18)
Washington State Labor Council AFL-CIO
King County Democrats
National Women's Political Caucus of Washington
American Federation of Teachers AFT Washington
One America Votes
REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (1)
I am proud to have been endorsed by more than 150 electeds and organizations across our state, including IAM 751, Washington Fire Chiefs, Washington Labor Council, Wa Conservation Action, Wa State Nurses Association, Tulalip Tribes, Unidos of Snohomish County, WA Secretary of State Steve Hobbs, over 54 legislators, and many more Democratic and women’s organizations, labor, and community leaders. A full list is at electmanka.com
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
LIBERAL
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (11)
Local, County, and District Democratic Organizations (2024)
local, county (2023)
Asian and Pacific Islander Americans for Civic Empowerment (2018)
Adam Smith (2017)
Fuse Washington (2017)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (119)
Alliance For Gun Responsibility (2024)
Amalgamated Transit Union (2024)
American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations (2024)
American Federation of State County and Municipal Employees (2024)
Andy Billig (2024)
OTHER INFORMATION
Manka Dhingra's grade from pro-marijuana group, National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws (NORML).
Manka Dhingra participated in a candidate forum presented by Leagues of Women Voters of Washington.
Key votes from VoteSmart.
QUESTIONNAIRE
RIGHT TO LIFE
Under what circumstances should an elective abortion be allowed?
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Chemical abortion drugs should meet essential safety standards (such as in-person consultation with a medical doctor) and require reporting to gather evidence on reactions and outcomes.
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Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive taxpayer funds from federal, state, or local governments (including Title X grants).
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I support 'aid in dying' laws which legalize assisted suicide and euthanasia.
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ECONOMY
Free enterprise and the right to private property are essential elements of a productive economic system.
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What is your position on the minimum wage?
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Should environmental and social issues, like ESG (environmental, social, and governance) ratings, be used as criteria in deciding where to invest public monies?
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RELIGIOUS LIBERTY
Under what circumstances can government close churches?
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Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.
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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.
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Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?
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NATIONAL SECURITY
The Chinese Communist Party poses serious military, cyber security, intellectual property, and global economic threats to the United States.
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Is the United States' relationship with Israel important, and if so why?
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IMMIGRATION
The U.S. should do more to physically secure the southern border.
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EDUCATION
The state should fund education by allowing dollars to follow the child through programs which protect parents' freedom to choose their child's school – public, private, or homeschool.
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VALUES
Children are the most vulnerable members of society and must be protected from abuse, including gender ideology, grooming, and bodily mutilation.
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Parents should have the right to make decisions for their minor children.
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Taxpayer funds should be used to provide gender transition services.
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Marriage is a God-ordained, sacred and legal union of one man and one woman. No government has the authority to alter this definition.
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Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
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ELECTIONS AND VOTING
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
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States should join the National Popular Vote Interstate Compact which makes the Electoral College irrelevant.
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EQUALITY
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
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I agree with Critical Race Theory (CRT) which asserts that the institutions in the United States are fundamentally racist.
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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.
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ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT
Which comes closest to your view? (Select all that apply) A) Stricter environmental laws and regulations cost too many jobs and hurt the economy. B) Stricter environmental laws and regulations are worth the cost. C) Stricter environmental laws undermine U.S. energy independence and deter development of reliable electricity sources. D) Climate change is real and requires urgent policy action.
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What do you believe is the most reliable energy source that will supply the growing demand for electricity?
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ABOUT YOU
Have you ever been penalized for sexual misconduct in either civil or criminal court? If so, please explain.
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Have you ever been convicted of a felony? If so, please explain.
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What do you think is the general purpose of government?
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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?
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CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY
I support redirecting funds from police departments to community programs.
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2ND AMENDMENT
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
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Should teachers be allowed to carry guns at school?
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