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Chase West

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Chase West
Elections and appointments
Last election
November 5, 2024
Education
High school
Katy High School
Associates
Houston Community College, 2022
Personal
Birthplace
Houston, TX
Religion
Christian
Profession
Legal assistant
Contact

Chase West (Democratic Party) ran for election to theTexas House of Representatives to representDistrict 132. He lost in the general election onNovember 5, 2024.

West completed Ballotpedia'sCandidate Connection survey in 2024.Click here to read the survey answers.

Biography

Chase West was born in Houston, Texas. He earned a high school diploma from Katy High School and an associate degree from Houston Community College in 2022. West's professional experience includes working as a project coordinator, EMS dispatcher, paralegal, accounts payable specialist, and marketing manager.[1][2]

West has been affiliated with the Harris County Democratic Party, Katy Area Democrats, Harris County Democratic Party, Cy-Fair Area Democrats, Moms Demand Action/ Everytown, the International Lions Club, the Texas Music Office, and the Texas Country Music Association.[1][2]

Elections

2024

See also: Texas House of Representatives elections, 2024

General election

General election for Texas House of Representatives District 132

IncumbentMike Schofield defeatedChase West in the general election for Texas House of Representatives District 132 on November 5, 2024.

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%
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Mike Schofield (R)
 
58.8
 
53,928
Image of Chase West
Chase West (D) Candidate Connection
 
41.2
 
37,846

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Total votes: 91,774
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Texas House of Representatives District 132

Chase West advanced from the Democratic primary for Texas House of Representatives District 132 on March 5, 2024.

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%
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Chase West Candidate Connection
 
100.0
 
4,997

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Total votes: 4,997
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for Texas House of Representatives District 132

IncumbentMike Schofield advanced from the Republican primary for Texas House of Representatives District 132 on March 5, 2024.

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%
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Mike Schofield
 
100.0
 
11,257

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Total votes: 11,257
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Campaign finance

Endorsements

West received the following endorsements.

Pledges

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  • U.S. Term Limits

2022

See also: Texas House of Representatives elections, 2022

General election

General election for Texas House of Representatives District 132

IncumbentMike Schofield defeatedCameron Campbell in the general election for Texas House of Representatives District 132 on November 8, 2022.

Candidate
%
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Mike Schofield (R)
 
59.7
 
36,322
Image of Cameron Campbell
Cameron Campbell (D) Candidate Connection
 
40.3
 
24,483

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Total votes: 60,805
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Texas House of Representatives District 132

Cameron Campbell defeatedChase West in the Democratic primary for Texas House of Representatives District 132 on March 1, 2022.

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%
Votes
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Cameron Campbell Candidate Connection
 
52.1
 
2,564
Image of Chase West
Chase West Candidate Connection
 
47.9
 
2,357

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Total votes: 4,921
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for Texas House of Representatives District 132

IncumbentMike Schofield defeatedErik Le in the Republican primary for Texas House of Representatives District 132 on March 1, 2022.

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%
Votes
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Mike Schofield
 
91.5
 
10,122
Erik Le
 
8.5
 
939

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Total votes: 11,061
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Campaign finance


Campaign themes

2024

Ballotpedia survey responses

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Candidate Connection

Chase West completedBallotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by West's responses.

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As a Harris native, I am no stranger to politics. I became interested in the political process at the age of 8, engaging in political debates at school and watching current events unfold that would change the state, country, and world forever. I voted in my first election at 18 and was overtaken with pride at the idea of my voice counting. It seems that my voice no longer counts, and I aim to change that. I’ve never been one to back down from political discourse, but I have the unique ability to empathetically see many sides to any given argument and remain close friends with Republicans, Democrats, Libertarians, and Independents alike.
  • Now is the time for robust change. We need to focus on providing exceptional education to our students, protect them from harm, and pay our teachers a living wage.
  • I believe we need to create a path for rural medical center development offering affordable and accessible healthcare solutions.
  • I plan to work with other legislators to overturn some of the destructive legislation that has been passed in the last two sessions. I believe that elected officials not only need to be hard at work for their constituents in the office, but in the community. Right now, we are seriously lacking that. Mike Schofield is not a “public” figure and makes no effort to respond to constituent inquiries. I will change that. HD132 will have representation that represents them once again.
Fair pay and a safe environment for workers, teachers, and students.

Investing in renewable energy sources that have been proven to be less taxing on the environment, while keeping Oil and Gas jobs safe. The two can work together and when they do, the high cost of energy will go down considerably while giving everyone a choice.

I am also a huge supporter of homing the homeless. There are several reasons why someone can become homeless. For those that chose a path of drug abuse, we need to offer better treatment options. For those that just made some bad financial decisions, we need to offer fiscal education. And for those teens that have chosen to run away from their homes, we need to protect and find out the key issues causing teen homelessness and fight it at the source.
Barack Obama, Epictetus, Marcus Aurelius, Seneca, Edgar Allen Poe, Chris Cornell, Harriett Tubman
Many books about Stoicism talk about some of my ideas and general philosophy on life and politics.
Transparency. We've got to stop letting elected officials go to Austin or D.C and never give us the time of day when we have questions or concerns on certain issues. I vow that when I'm elected, I will hold townhall style meetings, whether in person or via the web to update voters on our progress and to answer any and all questions about certain legislation.
I am a natural arbitrator in many situations. I always keep a cool head when provoked. I believe that the constitution should be protected at all costs, and I have a level of empathy that allows me to see through an issue to its core and find a solution quickly.
Honesty, Empathy, Competency, Work Ethic, Compassion, and a tough skin.
I want people to remember that I was someone who always took care of others before himself and dedicated years of his life, trying to make others' lives better.
Ronald Reagan telling Gorbacev to tear down the wall and watching Gorbacev's televised response.
My first job was at a local carwash during the Summer when I was 15. I only worked there one Summer before becoming a backline employee at Sonic, where I learned to speak fluent Spanish. I worked for Sonic for 3 years, moving up to Asst. Mgr.
Killing Yourself to Live by Chuck Klosterman The book is part rock and roll and part philosophy. Chuck told stories of his life working with musicians who were not only abusing drugs, but were constantly working. The book basically reminded me to stop and smell the roses sometimes, because politics is a very similar animal.
Growing up as an elder Millenial. I was able to move out at 18, had a job, went to college, etc. But then bad fiscal policy along with no increase in the minimum wage, made it extremely hard to get by sometimes.
IT should be amicable if they are of different parties, but regardless, Legislators should be treated with respect, just like our constituents.
Greg Abbott, Ken Paxton, Dan Patrick, and the Zombie Wells in the Permian Basin that is destroying land and killing livestock. The Texas Railroad Commission has done everything they could to keep it quiet, but some of us that are deeply involved, know exactly what is going on.
Not necessarily. One of my favorite State Representatives had no prior political title and he has done an amazing job.
Definitely. And if at all possible, to reach across the aisle on things we can agree on.
I think they should grant the oversight of powers to keep a fair and balanced political system.
In some cases? Yes. IT depends on the bill and the importance of the gains and losses,
It will be a House Joint Resolution recommending changing the Texas constitution's definition of marriage as a commune between a man and a woman to a commune between two human adults.
AYCA, Gulf Coast AFL-CIO, The Young and the Politics, Carol Wheeler, Paul Van Helmond, Brennan Munsen, James Rolfe, Daniel Cohen, Chris Hollins (Houston Controller)
https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=pfbid02AaBzuQNMV9Eh9RYAZNPyScJLGtcf9nwHznkvSgWpV3ovfSW73DBfBiAA4ZrG7aKKl&id=100067590295057&mibextid=Nif5oz
Energy Resources, Public Education, Elections, Juvenile Justice & Family Issues, Urban Affairs

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2022

Candidate Connection

Chase West completedBallotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2021. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by West's responses.

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Houston/Katy native, Chase West is no stranger to politics. He became interested in the political process at the age of 8, engaging in political debates at school and watching current events unfold that would change the state, country, and world forever. He graduated from Katy High School in 2000 and went on to UT Austin to major in Advertising. West is a father, business owner, musician, and full time employee in telecom finance. Chase has lived within the West Houston area for most of his life and knows the issues and concerns that face us all as citizens, parents, workers, and taxpayers. He has always made it a point to fight for what's right and believes that representatives should have an open line of communication with those they represent. West believes that voters should not just vote for a candidate who shares similar views and just hope that they get proper representation in the legislature. Voters deserve a representative who votes on issues as their constituents would, regardless of political or personal bias.


  • Community First - We need a representative who actually represents our community and continues to be an active voice for the people.
  • Legalization of Cannabis - I will work to legalize Cannabis for recreational use to lower the number of non violent drug offenders in our jails, generate tax revenue to offset property taxes and enhance our education system, and allow extra funding for community health initiatives.
  • Term Limits - I will be pushing for 12 year mandatory term limits for any State elected official. I feel it is long overdue and will help to limit political corruption in our government.
Expanding Medicaid

I believe in the basic human right to affordable healthcare regardless of age, race, sex, religion, or socioeconomic status. Through equitable and efficient legislation, we can provide this basic need to all Texans. Furthermore, I would like to expand Autism and Special Needs Resources for parents of affected children. There are not near enough programs or resources available to ASD parents to provide treatment and therapy for their children with special needs. 1 in 68 Children are on the spectrum and we need to do everything in our power to support them and their families. Expanding Medicaid and these resources will help these children learn proper coping mechanisms, practices, and learn new skills as they continue to grow and actually have a chance to succeed as adults.
Cannabis Reform

I am not a fan of Marijuana personally. However, I realize that the medical benefits of Cannabis far outweigh the dangers. I believe that Cannabis should be legalized for all Texans and be removed as a Schedule 1 drug. Cannabis use and possession should be governed in a similar fashion to alcohol and non-violent offenders for possession should be released from custody. As we've seen with Colorado and other states who have overturned Cannabis prohibition, we have a unique opportunity to fund healthcare, education, and social initiatives with the licensing and taxation of Cannabis products without any detrimental effect on our society.
I look up to so many of my formers. As a follower of Stoic philosophy, I would have to start with leaders like Marcus Aurelius and Seneca. In the political world, you almost have to have a stoic discipline in order to maintain your sanity through the slings and arrows that are cast upon you daily. You have to understand that you will never make every person happy with you and that you will encounter thieves, crooks, and evil people along the way. In more modern history, I would look to people like FDR, Martin Luther King Jr., and of course, my own mother. All of these people had major obstacles in their way and never let them sway their resolve to do what is right regardless of the consequences. We need more people to step up and be courageous. Without those types of leaders, we become divided and weak.
As my community has informed me, one of the most important principles that an elected official can have is integrity. When a politician says they stand for something and they get elected to serve because of that stance, it is their duty to prove it. We have so many elected officials who make bogus promises to their communities and then do nothing to further their cause once elected. We have to keep in mind that we represent ALL of our community; not just the people who voted for us.
I understand that everything is not black and white. It's important to find the solution somewhere amidst the grey. As a follower of stoic philosophy, I have the specialized ability to keep myself grounded and remain calm in situations that many would find enraging. Because of this, I find it easier to react rationally and find the best course of action for any given situation. I am know to be brutally honest by many of my friends and family. While this is not necessarily a desirable trait in politics, I find myself asking others if they'd like me to make them feel good or if they'd like my honesty. Most choose the latter. I think that many politicians crave power and adoration. I seek neither. My goal is to be a positive force of change for my community and state.
Representatives should do just that; REPRESENT. They should be active in the communities they serve throughout their term instead of only during catastrophes and election season. A representative should listen to their constituents instead of voting with their party 100% of the time. We need to understand that Texas is very diverse and what works well for a Democratic area may be bad for a more Conservative region and vice versa. Texas is not a "one size fits all" state and our representatives should work on the behalf of the people in their districts.
I want to make the world a better place for generations to come.
I have a very vivid memory of the events of the Cold War and the Reagan Presidency that ultimately led to the Berlin Wall being torn down when I was 7 years old. I remember walking through what was Sears at Memorial City Mall down an aisle clouded in cigarette smoke to see Gorbachev speaking on the large console TVs the department store was selling. The words that stood out to me during all of this were spoken by President Reagan when he said "Mr. Gorbachev, Tear down this wall!" Two years later, I watched as the Germans celebrated with each other and reconnected with long lost family members to the soundtrack of The Scorpions and David Hasselhoff. This is also when I learned what it truly meant to be free and to be thankful for our founding fathers and the constitution they created to rule this country.
I started working at the age of 15. My first job was a Summer job working at a local carwash. It was hot, dirty, and one of the best teaching experiences of my life. I was one of the few employees who spoke English. During lunch breaks in a hot 8'X8' room with 7 or 8 other people, I began the process of learning Spanish so that I could properly communicate with my co-workers. By the time I was 16 and working in the kitchen at Sonic, I had become a fluent Spanish speaker which opened the doors to a world of opportunity and culture that I hadn't experienced before. To this day, my Spanish speaking abilities have helped me bridge the gap in difficult situations and have allowed me to prove myself to be an ally rather than a threat to my local Hispanic community.
The Pleasure Police: How Bluenose Busybodies and Lily-Livered Alarmists are Taking all the fun out of Life by David Shaw.
I love this book because it goes into detail about how we've lost our connection with common sense and are letting different issues turn into full on culture wars. This book spares no prisoners and shows no mercy towards any social viewpoint. We're all guilty of it and this book addresses it.
That's a great question. I don't remember, but most likely something written by Chris Cornell.
In my life, I've faced many struggles. Pick one...Poverty, depression, divorce, self esteem, personal loss, finding gainful employment, the judicial system, betrayal, addiction, heartbreak. I've dealt with it all and I've overcome. Feel free to ask for more specifics one on one. I have nothing to hide.
Texas has a distinct opportunity to change for the better now. I worry that accidental gun deaths, major flooding, a failing grid, and slipping school ratings could cause major issues for future generations of Texans if we don't act swiftly and efficiently.
It can be, but I think we have too many career politicians in office who have lost sight of the people they represent and have shifted their focus to the corporations and PACs that fund them.
I believe it is imperative to build relationships with other legislators. There is no way to truly have empathy with others if you have not built some rapport with them. While I'm against the typical "You scratch my back" political model, I think that building strong personal relationships with both Republican and Democrat legislators allows us to work better in the interest of every day Texans.
Compromise can be necessary in many instances, but in others, it can be the most despicable political practice. It just depends on the particular subject.

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Chase West campaign contribution history
YearOfficeStatusContributionsExpenditures
2024Texas House of Representatives District 132Lost general$68,356 $65,505
2022Texas House of Representatives District 132Lost primary$71,600 $86,269
Grand total$139,956 $151,774
Sources:OpenSecrets, Federal Elections Commission ***This product uses the openFEC API but is not endorsed or certified by the Federal Election Commission (FEC).

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    1. ↑1.01.1Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on July 18, 2021
    2. ↑2.02.1Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on January 24, 2024


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