Mona Das for
Commissioner of Public lands
I’m Mona Das.
I’m running to be your next Commissioner of Public Lands. Let me tell you why…here in Washington state we have over 5 million acres of public lands, and the Department of Natural Resources is the office that oversees the future of that land. As the head of this office, I will ensure we are using our state lands to fight climate change, protect Washington’s natural heritage for future generations, and to modernize state lands to ensure working forests provide a viable economy now and into the future.
Our next Commissioner of Public Lands must recognize the challenges so many Washingtonians face, and lead an agency prepared to fight hard for the next generation. Climate change is the most pressing issue of our time and we need a bold leader in this office. From firefighters to forest industry leaders, protected lands to recreational services, our state needs a proven coalition builder and change-maker.
ABOUT Mona
Mona Das is a powerful force for environmental justice, racial equity, housing affordability, and economic fairness in Washington. Das’ family came to the U.S. when she was eight months old with only six dollars in their pockets, and her lived experience has driven her commitment to dismantling barriers for marginalized people in every aspect of her work and life.
In 2018, Mona was elected State Senator for the 47th district and served until 2023. She achieved many successes during her term, including championing and passing senate bills which banned the manufacture, sale, and distribution of certain single-use plastics, created a working group on natural disaster mitigation and resilience, and championed millions of dollars in climate resilience projects like the Soos Creek Hatchery in Auburn.
A proprietor of a small business, Mona holds a bachelor's degree in psychology and an MBA in sustainable business from Pinchot University in Washington. Currently, she holds positions on the faculty at Bard College and the Campaign School at Yale. Unsurprisingly, Mona is fond of outdoor activities, travel, and quality time with her family, which includes her two charming nephews.
Claudia Kauffman, State Senator
“Senator Das cares deeply for our environment and for our Mother Earth. It is through her commitment to our humanity, our shared values, and our strongest alliance that I fully endorse her for Commissioner of Public Lands. She is a woman who has gained the respect of her peers and our community and deserves our support.”
Tina Podlodowski, Former chair of the WA state Democrats
"Senator Das has the heart of an environmentalist, the experience of a successful businesswoman, and the skills needed to bring together all Washingtonians to understand, cultivate, and nurture our public lands. As our next Commissioner of Public Lands, she'll do this for our people now, and for generations to come.”
Patty Kuderer, State Senator
“Serving with Mona Das in the State Senate, I was able to see the energy she brings to get things done for Washingtonians first hand. Together we helped pass some of the most environmentally conscious legislation in the nation, and I know her service will be a benefit to our state as Public Lands Commissioner.”
endorsements
State Senators
Lisa Wellman - State Senator, 41st district
Manka Dhingra - State Senator, 45th district
Claudia Kauffman - State Senator, 47th district
Patty Kuderer - State Senator, 48th district
Janeen Sollman - OR State Senator, 15th district
Jeannie Darneille- State Senator, 27th district (Retired)
State Representatives
Strom Peterson - State Representative, 21st district and County Council Snohomish, district 3
Jessica Bateman - State Representative, 22nd district
Laurie Dolan- State Representative, 22nd district (Retired)
Tarra Simmons - State Representative, 23rd district
Melanie Morgan - State Representative, 29th district
Jesse Johnson- Former State Representative, 30th district
Mary Fosse - State Representative, 38th district
Alex Ramel - State Representative, 40th district
Annessa Hartman, OR State Representative, 40th district
My-Linh Thai - State Representative, 41st district
Brandy Donaghy - State Representative, 44th district
Local Leaders
Sean Smith, Covington City Council, mayor pro tem
Deborah Kilgore - Edmonds school board, Vice President
Awale Farah, Kent School Board, district 4
Josh Binda, Lynnwood City Council, Position 3
Louis Harris, Mukilteo City Council, Position 1
Heather Pauley, Kitsap PUD Commissioner, district 3
Yen Huynh - Olympia City Council, Position 2
Dani Madrone- Olympia City Council, Position 3
Dontae Payne- Olympia City Council, Position 6 and Mayoral Candidate
Davida Haygood- Puyallup School Board, Position 5
Jessica Forsythe - City Council, Redmond, Position 3
Carmen Rivera, Renton City Council, Position 2
Kim-Khánh Van, Renton City Council, Position 7
Pam Stuart - City Council, Sammamish, Position 6
Karen Howe - Sammamish City Council, Position 7
Jo Johnson - City Council, Snoqualmie, Position 7
Iris Guzmán - City Council, SeaTac, Position 6
Kristin Ang - Commissioner, Port of Tacoma, Position 5
Kiara Daniels- Tacoma City Council, Position 6
Mary Hall- Thurston County Auditor
Satpal Singh Sidhu - Whatcom County Executive
Naghmana Ahmed-Sherazi - Lands Council
Party Leaders
Tina Podlodowski - Former Chair of the WA State Democrats
Community Leaders
Cliff Cawthon
Debadutta Dash
Leslie Decker
Riley Dolan
Amanda DuBois
Pam Eakes
Jeff Ferguson
Margo Hill
Natasha Hill
Rituja Indapure, Chair of Washington State Women’s Commission
Tom Jones
Riz Khan
Logan Niles
Vic Opperman
Deep Paknikar
Gifford & Libba Pinchot
Michelle Quackenbush
Jeffrey Aaron Robinson
Nancy Ritzenthaler
Ethan & Sarita Schaffer
Ekta Saini
Kady Titus
Melinda Mindy Woods
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Friends of Mona Das
PO Box 27113
Seattle, WA 98165
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