NJ-07: Shah gains backing of four Democratic House members from outside N.J.

Four out-of-state House members have endorsed Democrat Tina Shah for Congress in New Jersey’s 7th district, a move that offers few votes in the primary election but unlocks some fundraising opportunities for the physician-turned-politician who wants to take on two-term Rep. Tom Kean, Jr. (R-Westfield).

The five Members of Congress — Kim Schrier (D-Washington), Eric Sorenson (D-Illinois), Marilyn Strickland (D-Washington), and Suhas Subramanyam (D-Virginia) – all touted Shah’s experience as a health care policy maker and ICU doctor in announcing support for Shah.

“As a fellow physician, I know she understands the healthcare crisis we are facing – and will bring real-world tested solutions to lower costs and make it easier for every New Jerseyan and American to get quality healthcare,” said Schrier, a pediatrician who flipped an open Republican House seat in 2018.

Strickland is the chair of ASPIRE PAC, the political operation of the Asian American and Pacific Islander members of Congress. The PAC has already endorsed Shah.



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