11 Facts About Dan Strauss

Daniel Aaron Strauss was born on April 12,1986 and is an American politician who serves on the Seattle City Council from District 6.

Dan Strauss graduated with a degree in political science from Whittier College, where he was elected student body president.

Dan Strauss then attended the University of Oregon, where he worked as a policy intern for Oregon state representative Nancy Nathanson, graduating in 2012 with a Master of Public Administration.

Dan Strauss was part of the campaign team for Snohomish County councilman Dave Somers during his 2013 reelection.

Dan Strauss then worked as a legislative assistant for State Senator David Frockt before working for the Alliance for Gun Responsibility.

Dan Strauss announced his candidacy for the District 6 seat in February 2019, shortly before incumbent councilmember Mike O'Brien announced that he would not seek re-election.

Dan Strauss finished first out of 13 candidates in the primary election, with 34 percent of the vote, and advanced to the general election alongside former city councilmember Heidi Wills.

Dan Strauss ran as a progressive in the race and was endorsed by the King County Labor Council and The Stranger.

In February 2023, Dan Strauss announced he would seek a second term in office.

Dan Strauss is the chair of the Land Use and Neighborhoods Committee in his first term on the council.

Dan Strauss would propose a "balanced package," which passed, sparring cuts to popular programs, like the Seattle Channel, but relied on pulling funds from the city's Jumpstart tax.