Arizona Congressional Race Features Debate Over Transgender Healthcare and Universal Healthcare
An Arizona congressional race to replace outgoing Republican Rep. David Schweikert is highlighting significant policy differences, particularly concerning transgender healthcare and universal healthcare. Dr. Amish Shah, a former emergency room doctor and Democratic candidate, is campaigning on a platform that includes universal, single-payer Medicare for All. During his tenure as a state lawmaker, Shah consistently voted against measures aimed at restricting transgender surgeries for minors and preventing males from participating in female sports or using female bathrooms in schools. His Republican opponent, Jay Feely, a former Arizona Cardinals kicker, advocates for policies that would keep men out of women's sports. The district, which encompasses large areas of Maricopa County, is a key target for Democrats seeking to flip seats in the upcoming elections. Shah's voting record on transgender issues has drawn criticism from Republicans, who label his views as extreme. 
