McBride believes diversity in Congress has symbolic and substantive effects but emphasizes proving her worth as a legislator over her identity, seeking to inspire acceptance through her legislative work and 'the power of proximity.'
McBride's campaign to become the first openly transgender member of Congress is gaining momentum, with strong financial support, top House Democratic endorsements, and a blue district historically electing Democrats, even in the midst of political divisions over transgender rights.
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