National Medical Association Calls for Urgent Health Policy Action Following 2026 Midterm Elections
For Immediate Release:
November 5, 2026
Statement attributable to:
127th President, National Medical Association
WASHINGTON, D.C. — As the nation moves forward following the 2026 midterm elections, the National Medical Association (NMA) urges elected leaders to prioritize policies that protect access to quality health care, address persistent health disparities, and strengthen our nation’s physician workforce. The decisions made in the coming months will have significant implications for the health and well-being of millions of Americans, particularly those in historically underserved communities.
The NMA also recognizes the historic milestones achieved in this election, including the election of five Black governors: Keisha Lance Bottoms in Georgia, Byron Donalds in Florida, Aaron Ford in Nevada, David Crowley in Wisconsin, and the reelection of Wes Moore in Maryland. For the first time in our nation’s history, five Black governors will serve simultaneously, including the first Black woman elected governor. We also congratulate physicians Dr. Abdul El-Sayed of Michigan and Dr. Annie Andrews of South Carolina on their election to the United States Senate, as well as physicians and other health professionals elected to the U.S. House of Representatives and state offices across the country. These achievements reflect important progress in representation and demonstrate the value of bringing diverse experiences and clinical expertise to public leadership. We look forward to engaging these leaders, and all newly elected officials, in advancing policies that improve health for every community.
Election night also underscored the American public’s desire for leadership that prioritizes families, access to quality health care, and strong educational opportunities. The NMA looks forward to working with elected leaders across the political spectrum who put the American people first and turn these shared priorities into policies that strengthen the health and well-being of our communities.
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About the National Medical Association:
The National Medical Association is the nation’s oldest and largest organization representing Black physicians and health professionals in the U.S. and promotes the collective interests of physicians and patients of African descent. We serve as the voice of Black physicians and a leading voice for parity in medicine, elimination of health disparities and promotion of optimal health. To learn more about the NMA, please visit https://www.nmanet.org/.
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