State Representative Pos. 2 District 46 in Washington State House District 46, Washington

2026 Primary Election

• Darya Farivar — Incumbent Washington House of Representatives, District 46, Position 2 in WA

  Darya Farivar is an incumbent Democratic member of the Washington House of Representatives, representing District 46-Position 2. Born in Seattle, she earned a bachelor's degree from the University of Redlands in 2016 and previously worked as a policy director. She assumed office in January 2023 and is seeking re-election in the 2026 primary for her seat. Farivar serves on several legislative committees and has sponsored legislation, including a bill creating guidelines for voter suppression claims. She emphasizes accessibility to her office and considers it an honor to serve the people of her district.

• Rodney 'Star' Thornley — Teacher in Redmond, WA

  Rodney Thornley is an Independent Party candidate seeking to represent Washington House of Representatives District 46, Position 2 in the 2026 primary election on August 4. He earned a high school diploma from Roosevelt High School and a bachelor's degree from the University of Washington in 1974, also attending Seattle Central College and Seattle Pacific University. With a career as a teacher, a role he has held since 1977, Thornley campaigns on principles of independence from the two-party system, people-powered funding from grassroots donors, anti-corruption, and civility in his campaign conduct. He pledges accountability and transparency, rejecting the influence of special interests.