Matt Heinz

Daniel Hernandez Jr. was an intern when he jumped into action to save the life of his boss, Gabby Giffords. Now the out politician is running for the House himself.

Here’s the lowdown on four attractive candidates who could change the face of Congress next year.

“Paul thinks only of himself and his political career at the expense of others. As his siblings, Lucy and I know firsthand how unfit he is to serve.”

Democrat Matt Heinz and Republican Paul Babeu each won their respective primaries, and could not be more different gay men.

TUCSON, Ariz. — An openly gay Arizona state lawmaker announced Tuesday that he will enter the race to fill the congressional seat vacated by U.S. Rep. Gabrielle Giffords (D-Ariz.), who resigned last week.