Andy Kim will claim the position of next democratic US senator beating his rival, Curtis Bashaw on Tuesday, November 5.

Kim had an estimation of around 53% votes while Curtis had 45%.  After the recent election, it was revealed that Andy Kim obtained the spot of US senator. He has served in the congressional district since 2019.

Andy Kim is a 42 year old man who ran for a position in the US state. He is married to Kammy Lai and is a fathers to two sons. He was born in Boston, Massachusetts, however was raised in Moorestown, New Jersey. He decided to raise his kids where he grew up because his parents believed it would give him and his family more opportunities. Kim takes the side of the democratic party who is more socially and economically involved.

Additionally, Kim has opinions about worldwide issues that evolve. He cares for a variety of issues including: healthcare, environment, immigrants, education, jobs, etc. Two of his main goals relate to cutting down greenhouse gas emissions by 50% and prioritizing education. His hopes are for the world to be a good environment for people, both physically and mentally. Kim is the best choice in the U.S senate because he is intelligent in proposing new ideas and examining every issue. 

This election is significant because it paves the future to come. The job of representing the US senator is not easy and comes with many challenges. Kim will have to appoint and confirm the president’s choices. 

Junior Leah Rosado at Wayne Hills High School said, “Education is very important in this day and age, especially making sure you have accurate information since social media is growing. Education is what will shape our future as we get older.”

Kim’s victory will create history in many different ways. He is the first Asian American Senator from New Jersey and the first U.S senator of Korean descent from any state.