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Physician Amish Shah wins Democratic Primary in Arizona
Former state representative, Shah led the race by 1,629 votes, holding a 23.9 percent to 21.4 percent lead over Cherny when the latter conceded.
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Physician Amish Shah / Image- X (@DrAmishShah)
Indian American physician Amish Shah has emerged victorious in the Democratic Party's crowded primary for Arizona's 1st Congressional District. Shah, 47, secured the win after his main opponent, Andrei Cherny, conceded on Aug.1.
Former state representative, Shah led the race by 1,629 votes, holding a 23.9 percent to 21.4 percent lead over Cherny when the latter conceded. His victory came amidst a competitive field that included former local news anchor Marlene Galan-Woods, orthodontist Andrew Horne, ex-regional American Red Cross CEO Kurt Kroemer, and investment banker Conor O’Callaghan.
In a statement posted on X, formerly known as Twitter, Shah expressed his gratitude, saying, “I want to express my heartfelt gratitude for your support. We have always run a campaign that is grassroots, positive, and substantive. We engage voters directly to build a community, and we look forward to making a tangible difference in the lives of the people we serve.”
I want to express my heartfelt gratitude for your support. We have always run a campaign that is grassroots, positive, and substantive. We engage voters directly to build a community, and we look forward to making a tangible difference in the lives of the people we serve.
— Amish Shah, MD (@DrAmishShah) August 2, 2024
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He also acknowledged his opponents, stating, “I want to extend my gratitude to Andrei Cherny, Marlene Galan-Woods, Conor O’Callaghan, Andrew Horne, and Kurt Kroemer, all of whom recently contacted me to offer their support. It’s a sacrifice to run for office, and they ran passionate campaigns. We all look forward to victory in November.”
Shah will now face Republican incumbent David Schweikert in the November election. Schweikert, who is in his seventh term, easily won his primary election on July 30.
The district, which includes parts of northeastern Phoenix, is highly competitive. In the 2022 election, Schweikert narrowly defeated Democrat Jevin Hodge by less than a percentage point.
Shah, an emergency department physician for 20 years, has been a member of the Arizona House of Representatives since 2019, representing Central Phoenix, Sunnyslope, and South Scottsdale. Outside of his medical practice, Shah founded the Arizona Vegetarian Food Festival to promote healthy eating and prevent diseases.
Born and raised in Chicago to parents who immigrated from India in the 1960s, Shah’s background and dedication to public service has resonated with many voters. His win sets the stage for a high-stakes race in November, with both parties eyeing the district as a key battleground.
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