Chirayu Avinash Patel
A candidate for Insurance Commissioner, State of Washington in the 2020 Washington Primary Election, Aug. 4
Party: Republican
Age: 35
City: Tacoma, Washington
Education: Kentwood High School, Covington. Studying biochemistry at University of Washington
Work experience: Insurance agent/broker
Political experience: First run for office
Campaign Fundraising: Has reported no contributions or spending to the Public Disclosure Commission as of Sept. 9.
Family: Single
Race Results
| Candidate | Votes | Pct |
|---|---|---|
| Mike Kreidler (D) | 1,402,650 | 59.13% |
| Chirayu Avinash Patel (R) | 644,446 | 27.17% |
| Anthony Welti (L) | 324,921 | 13.70% |
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