Farrah Chaichi
American politician
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Farrah Chaichi is an American politician and activist serving as a member of the Oregon House of Representatives for the 35th district. Elected in November 2022, she assumed office on January 9, 2023.
George Washington
University (MPS)
Farrah Chaichi | |
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| Member of the Oregon House of Representatives from the 35th district | |
| Assumed office January 9, 2023 | |
| Preceded by | Dacia Grayber (Redistricting) |
| Personal details | |
| Party | Democratic |
| Education | Seattle University (BA) George Washington University (MPS) |
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Education
After graduating from Beaverton High School, Chaichi earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in criminal justice and political science from Seattle University and a Master of Professional Studies in paralegal studies from George Washington University.[1]
Career
As a student, Chaichi worked as a sales associate at a Dollar Tree location. She also worked in compliance for Daimler Truck before joining Stoel Rives as a client intake coordinator.[2] Chaichi served as a member of the Beaverton Human Rights Advisory Commission from 2014 to 2019.[3] She was elected to the Oregon House of Representatives in November 2022.[4][5] She is a member of the Democratic Socialists of America.[6]
Political Positions
Drugs
Chaichi is against criminalizing fentanyl, being the only member of the 82nd Oregon Legislative Assembly to vote against it.[7]
Foreign Policy
Chaichi has spoken out against the Gaza war, calling for a ceasefire and calling it an “ethnic cleansing of Palestinians.”[8]
Personal life
Chaichi is of Middle Eastern descent. She describes herself as an atheist.[9]
Electoral history
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Democratic | Farrah Chaichi | 14,365 | 67.2 | |
| Republican | Daniel R Martin | 6,963 | 32.6 | |
| Write-in | 58 | 0.3 | ||
| Total votes | 21,386 | 100% | ||
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Democratic | Farrah Chaichi | 17,072 | 69.0 | |
| Republican | Dan Martin | 7,631 | 30.8 | |
| Write-in | 45 | 0.2 | ||
| Total votes | 24,748 | 100% | ||