Indian American Impact Fund Congratulates Amish Shah on Victory in the AZ-01 Primary

For Immediate Release:
August 1, 2024

Contact: 
Sarah Shah | sarah@iaimpact.org

Indian American Impact Fund Congratulates Amish Shah on Victory in the AZ-01 Primary

Scottsdale, AZ—  The Indian American Impact Fund proudly congratulates Dr. Amish Shah on his hard-fought victory in the July 30 primary for Arizona’s 1st congressional district. This milestone achievement positions Amish to potentially become the first South Asian to represent Arizona in the U.S. Congress. A highly competitive district won by the Republican incumbent in 2022 by only about 3,200 votes, AZ-01 is expected to be one of the highest-profile races in the general election, as it is key to Democrats flipping the U.S. House.

Leading up to the primary, Impact invested $200,000 in support of Amish, including a mail campaign targeting 36,000 voters. The campaign’s strategic focus on Amish’s service as a doctor and former state representative, along with his commitments to protecting abortion rights and defending democracy, played a pivotal role in his victory.

Chintan Patel, Indian American Impact Fund’s Executive Director, shared the following statement: 

“We are thrilled to celebrate Dr. Amish Shah’s victory in the Arizona congressional primary. Amish is ready to take on MAGA extremism, protect abortion rights, and defend our democracy. His tireless door-knocking and community organizing efforts have shown his deep connection to the people he serves. Amish’s background as a doctor and former state representative uniquely equips him to understand and address the needs of his constituents. 

We are excited to see a South Asian play such a crucial role in deciding majority control of the U.S. House. Arizona’s first district is a critical linchpin for Democrats in their bid to flip the U.S. House and we look forward to supporting Amish through the general election and beyond.

We are confident he will continue to be a tireless advocate for all Arizonans in Congress, and his presence will be a significant step forward for representation and progressive values in our government.”

Since its inception in 2016, Indian American Impact has endorsed and supported 166 candidates across the country, contributing to the historic rise of Indian and South Asian American representation in politics. Through strategic investments and grassroots organizing, Impact has marshaled upwards of $20 million to candidates and robust voter mobilization and policy advocacy efforts, amplifying the voices of South Asian Americans and driving positive change in communities nationwide.