Sophia Joseph Reconsiders Senate Vote After 1 Doorstep Meeting With Josh Turek

1 articles · Updated · The New York Times · Jun 2

A doorstep visit in Cedar Rapids prompted progressive activist Sophia Joseph to rethink her likely Democratic Senate primary vote after meeting candidate Josh Turek in person.
Joseph had viewed Turek as "kind of the establishment" because he has drawn more backing from national groups and Washington leaders than rival Zach Wahls.
Turek’s canvassing style changed that impression: the state representative, born with spina bifida and a 2-time Paralympic gold medalist, drags his wheelchair up voters’ steps while campaigning.
After the encounter, Joseph said Turek’s disability and persistence made him seem like someone "fighting all the systems," and she now wants to meet or speak with Wahls before deciding.

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