Dr. Shimon Blau, a pain management specialist, is running as an independent candidate for Colorado’s 1st Congressional District. He aims to provide a moderate alternative to the extreme left, which he believes does not represent the values of the people of Denver.

Background and Motivation

Blau, a native of Denver, returned to the city after 25 years to help his parents with their health issues and real estate business. He has never been involved in politics before but feels motivated to run due to the extreme left’s influence in the city.

Blau’s policy platform includes long-term universal healthcare, free child care, and removing corporate money from politics. He refuses to take corporate PAC money, including from the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC).

Differences with Opponent

Blau differs from his opponent, Melat Kiros, on several issues, including her antisemitic rhetoric and membership in the Democratic Socialists of America. He believes that Kiros’ platform, which includes universal healthcare and free education, is too extreme and does not represent the values of the people of Denver.

Blau supports Hakeem Jeffries, who is expected to be the next Speaker of the House, and believes in working across the aisle to achieve practical solutions. He also emphasizes the importance of holding insurance companies accountable and finding solutions that can help people within the next six months.

Original reporting: Denverite — read the source article.