Candidate for U.S. House of Representatives - New York 5th Congressional District in 2020 New York Regular and Presidential Primary Election.
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Get StartedShan believes Women’s Rights belong to women and institutions need to respect their choices. Women of all marginalized groups should be able to live in a just and free world with equal pay, access to healthcare, paid parental leave, and safety. No woman should be faced with difficult choices that will hinder their well-being. Learn more
Discrimination at both the local and federal level concretely impacts queer and trans people from an early age – among LGBT youth, rates of homelessness, incarceration, and substance abuse are all disproportionately high. Clearly, we must do more to end intolerance and bigotry throughout our nation. Learn more
Shan will fight to repeal the military transgender ban. Not only because gender identity does not hinder job performance, but it the moral thing to do. No person should have to feel unsafe in the workplace. Learn more
Lack of resources for veterans transitioning out of the military have contributed to homelessness. When they return home from for profit wars, veterans are left to survive on their own. Causes of homeless include disabilities, substance abuse, and financial hardships among others. Our government needs to redirect its priorities to support those who need services for their well being and productive members of society post-military. Ending the wars and investing in public resources is a practical solution for all. Learn more
US military interventionism are superseded with colonial and imperialist regimes causing the deaths of millions of innocent people, including members of our armed forces around the world. It’s time our nation acknowledges the harm done to others. US foreign interests are about capital and we can no longer continue this path. Learn more
Shan believes public colleges and vocational schools across the country should be tuition free. He supports the College for All Act of 2019, which would eliminate student loan debt across the board. Learn more
Shan believes all people including Israelis and Palestinians should have equal rights. The US continued support of any government not abiding by international human right laws are subject to human rights violations. With millions of lives lost, the people in the Middle East are exhausted from the conflict and seek peace. Learn more
People are forced to live in fear. Fear of going to worship. Fear of going to School. Fear of going to work. Gun lobbies and corrupt politicians on both sides of the aisle have allowed us to live in fear for too long. We must pass legislation that protects people from gun violence. Learn more
Every person in the United States should have access to good doctors and the medical care they need. Nobody should die because they can't afford insulin, or lose their home because of exorbitant medical bills. Learn more
As housing costs skyrocket, working class New Yorkers often find themselves priced out of their own communities. Entrenched political incumbents ignore the housing crisis facing everyday New Yorkers, as they cater to luxury real estate developers in exchange for huge donations. Instead of putting people before profits, our representatives fail to pass legislation that helps people remain in their homes, putting their donors’ interests first. Learn more
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