‘My journey to coming out was a journey of grief’: Rep.-elect Sarah McBride

Studio 2 co-host Cherri Gregg sat down with Congresswoman-elect Sarah McBride to reflect on her political journey and the challenges she faces as the first openly transgender person elected to Congress. McBride shared her story of coming out in college, a time marked by grief and fear for her future, but one that ultimately led to unexpected hope and change.

Gregg asked McBride about her upbringing and past, particularly how the death of her husband, Andy, from cancer had impacted her career. As his caregiver, McBride witnessed firsthand the vital need for accessible healthcare and paid family leave, which motivated her to advocate for these issues in the Delaware State Assembly and now in Congress.

Despite facing death threats and personal attacks, McBride says that she stays motivated by the examples of those who faced immense challenges in history and overcame them. She emphasized the importance of resilience and choosing strategic battles, prioritizing substantive policy work over partisan grandstanding. Regarding fears sparked by the incoming administration, McBride reassured people that history shows progress is often born from adversity, urging hope and action in difficult times.

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