About this race
By: DDHQ Automation
In the upcoming election for Washington's 8th District, the candidates vying for office bring varied backgrounds and experiences. The Democratic nominee is the incumbent, Kim Schrier, a pediatrician. Schrier, aged 56, attended the University of California, Berkeley, for her undergraduate education. The Republican nominee, Carmen Goers, is a commercial banker who completed her undergraduate studies at the University of Phoenix.
The United States House of Representatives currently comprises 212 Democrats, 220 Republicans, and 3 vacancies. In Washington's 8th District, the demographic makeup includes 73% Non-Hispanic White, 11% Hispanic, and 12% Asian populations, with smaller percentages of Black and Native American residents.
Historically, Washington's 8th District has shown Democratic leanings. In the 2020 Presidential election, Joe Biden won the district by a margin of approximately 7%. Similarly, the 2022 House election saw Schrier win by margin close to 7%, indicating a consistent preference for Democratic candidates. This race is not expected to be competitive this cycle.
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