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Amish Shah, a former state legislator, emerged victorious in a crowded Democratic primary for Arizona’s 1st Congressional District. As a medical doctor, Shah secured the Democratic nomination, setting the stage for a November showdown with seven-term incumbent Republican David Schweikert. His main opponent, Andrei Cherny, conceded the race as Shah led by 1,629 votes with a 23.9% to 21.4% lead.
“While it’s hard to come so close and fall short, win or lose, there are dreams worth chasing and things worth fighting for – and democracy, freedom, and America’s future couldn’t be higher on that list,” mentioned Andrei Cherny on X.
Shah thanked and stated in a post on X, “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, MPH was born and raised in Chicago, IL. His mother and father were engineering students who immigrated from India in the 1960s.
Since 2019, he has been a member of the Arizona House of Representatives, serving Central Phoenix, Sunnyslope and South Scottsdale. He has been the recipient of several awards for the quality of his service, including the Arizona Capitol Times’ Best Political Rising Star for two consecutive years, the Arizona Medical Association’s Distinguished Community Service Award, and the Humane Society’s Legislator of the Year. He is the recipient of the 2022 Legislator of the Year / Womens’ Health Champion Award from the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology.
