We don’t have enough contested elections in this one-party bluest of blue state, so I’m usually glad when someone steps forward to challenge an incumbent. But let’s be clear: Bethany Andres-Beck, a software engineer and Dem activist who identifies as transgender, is challenging U.S. Rep. Seth Moulton in the Democratic primary next year for one reason and one reason only: Moulton’s remarks about transgender athletes. The Globe and Marblehead Current have more on Andres-Beck’s candidacy announcement.  …

Before flocking to support Andres-Beck, maybe local progressives should read this recent NYT interview with U.S. Rep. Sarah McBride, the first openly trans member of Congress who says the left overplayed its hand on trans issues and grew out of touch with mainstream America, etc. etc. The “absolutist” approach to politics isn’t working, McBride says.