Indian-American Doctor Takes on NJ Congressional Seat: 'Time for Change in America'

Indian-American physician Dr. Tina Shah is shaking up the New Jersey Democratic primary with her bold bid to unseat Republican Congressman Tom Kean Jr. in the 7th Congressional District. In a remarkable showing, Shah's campaign raised over $1 million in less than a year, with no corporate PAC donations. A triple board-certified doctor, Shah has spent years advocating for better healthcare as a senior advisor to the US Surgeon General and a White House Fellow. Born and raised in New Jersey, Dr. Shah has a unique blend of medical expertise and government experience. She's practiced medicine at RWJ Barnabas Health and has developed innovative solutions to address worker burnout, particularly in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. Dr. Shah's decision to run for Congress was sparked by her frustration with the current healthcare system. 'We're in an unprecedented time,' she said. 'We've gutted medical research, and the system is designed to prioritize profits over people.' As a doctor, she's seen firsthand the devastating impact of a system that's more focused on making patients broke and sicker than on saving lives. With her passion for healthcare reform and her dedication to her patients, Dr. Shah is making a compelling case for change in America. Will she be able to unseat Congressman Kean Jr. and bring a new voice to Washington? Only time will tell, but one thing is certain – Dr. Tina Shah is a force to be reckoned with in the world of politics.