Sarah McBride, the first openly transgender member of Congress, has faced threats to her life due to her political stance. Despite this danger, she remains committed to representing her constituents and battling transphobia rather than engaging in culture wars. Criticizing Republican efforts to implement anti-trans policies, she emphasized the need to prioritize critical issues like healthcare and housing. McBride's refusal to become a focus of media distractions remains a testament to her resolve in facing systemic challenges head-on, while navigating the complexities of her role in a tense political landscape.
"It's hard to play the long game when your short-term life is at risk," McBride said of trying to challenge the wave of transphobia currently sweeping the US.
McBride said she refuses to take the anti-trans bait, saying that it distracts her from the work she was elected to do.
"We should be focused on bringing down the cost of housing, health care, and child care, not manufacturing culture wars," she said.
McBride accused Republicans of trying to "distract" from the "real issues" facing Americans by forcing her to fight back against anti-trans policies and rhetoric.
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