Sharon Tomiko Santos

First Japanese-American woman to serve in a state legislature on the mainland.

Representative Sharon Tomiko Santos is an American politician serving as a member of the Washington State Senate. She was elected in 2012 and took office in January 2013. She is a strong advocate for education, healthcare, and social justice. As the first Japanese-American woman to serve in a state legislature on the mainland, she has broken down barriers and paved the way for future generations.