🚨Event Alert!🚨 This Tuesday, Oct. 27, 7pm ET, we are hosting the inimitable
@K_JeanPierre
, senior advisor to
@joebiden
, for a special election countdown event. Bring questions! Register here:
🎊🎉 BIG NEWS FROM TEAM LPAC! 🎊🎉
“As a military veteran, transgender rights activist, and communications expert,
@cmclymer
brings a unique and important perspective to LPAC’s Board of Directors,” said Lisa Turner, Executive Director of LPAC.
We are heartbroken by the loss of LPAC Founder Urvashi Vaid. Her activism, vision, and determination changed the world. The LGBTQ+ movement has lost a fierce fighter. We will miss her deeply, and will continue to look to her example as we fight for equality and social justice.
@SarahEMcBride
, you have trailblazed, inspired, and given all of us hope. Your historic election tonight is a remarkable reminder that we can work together for a brighter, more inclusive, and queerer future. Onward!
Congratulations to South Florida for electing
@DonnaShalala
as your new Congresswoman. We are proud of the campaign she ran and we can't wait to see all she will do for the people of
#FL27
!
Well,
@ElizMarkowitz
didn't win her special election bid to fill
#txlege
's 28th House District seat today. But she's continuing the fight to flip the seat in the November election, and we're with her all the way!
Four LGBTQ+ women are running in Florida, and we’re not just going to say gay, we’re screaming it from the rooftops until we halt Florida’s regressive politics! It starts with election champions like
@eunicortiz
,
@janellesofia
, and
@micheleforfl
.
Delaware State Sen.
@SarahEMcBride
is running for the U.S. House and we're proud make a day-one endorsement! Sarah has been an effective advocate for progressive values in DE, and she will make history as the first openly trans person elected to Congress.
Danica Roem (
@pwcdanica
) just became the first out trans State Senator elected in the southern U.S.! Congratulations, Danica! Check out more of tonight's LPAC-endorsed winners here:
“We commend this move by the Air Force to protect trans children and their families. Military personnel can’t fulfill their duties if they're worried about the health & safety of their children. We're grateful to
@GinaOrtizJones
." Lisa Turner, LPAC E.D.
When the state promotes hate, it gives a free pass to others to harm those who identify differently. This is not just about laws; it's about human lives. Hate has consequences.
"Any candidate wishing to have our support in the future must fully commit to protecting voting rights; anything less will fail to earn our endorsement,”
Proud to stand with
@emilyslist
and
@NARAL
on this.
We are proud to endorse
@dananessel
for Attorney General in Michigan! Her outstanding record of fighting for the LGBTQ+ community and commitment to the values of equity and progress have made her an inspiring leader in Michigan and a necessary voice in America today.
THANK YOU ALL SO MUCH. With 72 endorsements already and many more on the way, all of you will be critical in helping us amplify, support, and elect the LGBTQ+ women who will defend our democracy and advocate for our rights! Join the fight here:
Mr. Vice President, if you’re looking for a plan to fight the spread of COVID and prevent economic fallout, Elizabeth Warren put out a pretty comprehensive one a few weeks ago.
🚨New endorsement alert🚨
@pwcdanica
for VA House of Delegates. It was a no-brainer to endorse this trailblazer again, this time as incumbent. She's a force of nature on behalf of her constituents, while using her platform to push for LGBTQ rights nationwide
#westborobackfire
We need more courage in Washington.
@BeccaBalintVT
has shown she'll fight relentlessly for LGBTQ+ rights and reproductive freedom across America.
Proud to support her for re-election. We need her voice in Congress.
#ScrappyLittleDyke
We are so excited to congratulate
@kyrstensinema
after a long and hard fought race! Her victory is a reminder of the importance of our democratic processes - and her leadership in
#AZSenate
will be another step in helping protect them.
As always,
@pwcdanica
remains focused on serving her constituents in the face of transphobic bigotry like this. Join us in supporting her historic campaign:
A transphobic heckler interrupted the debate between Del. Danica Roem and her GOP opponent Bill Woolf, who are facing off for the VA state senate seat in District 30. Delegate Roem's response showed why she's so popular with constituents.
I'm donating:
Congratulations,
@leslieherod
on your re-election! Rep. Leslie Herod represents Colorado’s 8th House District. She is the first-ever LGBTQ African-American woman to hold elected office in the state.
"I am the first transgender candidate for Congress in our state's history. I hope this will encourage other members of the LGBTQ+ community to run for office so their voices can be heard." Meet
@jessicaforwis
, a
#TeamLPAC
endorsee!
Huge congratulations to
@juliejohnsonTX
on her historic win last night. This trailblazer is paving the way for LGBTQ+ representation and is poised to be the FIRST out LGBTQ+ woman elected to Congress from the South!
Here's to breaking barriers and never looking back. 🏳️🌈💪
The mediocrity is astounding.
How would these guys like it if Gov was 80% female, constantly looking for ways to limit or outlaw condoms + vasectomies, yet had little/no medical context?
Sounds crazy? The flipside is what women & LGBTQ+ people have to deal w/ ALL the time. 🤦🏽♀️
In Wisconsin, there are 4 LGBTQ+ women running today! Join us in wishing luck to
@Alfheimforwisc
,
@jessicaforwis
,
@gretaneubauer
, and
@RepSnodgrass
. Thanks for your hard work and leadership - we are so excited to see the great things you all are doing in Wisconsin!
Congratulations
@staceyabrams
on
@BarackObama
's endorsement. We're proud to be in such good company and agree completely that as
#GaGov
, Stacey will lead a united Georgia full of opportunity!
#GApol
Democratic Candidate for Oregon Governor
@TinaKotek
throws an absolute slicer to get the game started
Watch the Pickles take on the
@wclNightOwls
live now: |
#GetPickled
🥒
Congresswoman
@sharicedavids
has been re-elected in the Kansas 3rd. This is a huge win, and guarantees that LGBTQ women's representation will be maintained in Congress. Congratulations Rep. Davids!!
It’s the first Tuesday in August! PRIMARY DAY!
Queer women around the country are running in primaries so they can make a difference for their cities, states, and country. Join us in celebrating their work and wishing them luck today!
Congratulations to
@BeccaBalintVT
! Her primary victory is incredible news for Vermont and LGBTQ+ women's representation in Congress. We can't wait to celebrate her next big win this November!
"LPAC applauds the appointment of Laphonza Butler to the U.S. Senate. She will be the third openly LGBTQ woman to serve in the Senate, and the first Black, openly LGBTQ woman to serve in either Congressional chamber." – Executive Director
@TTGltd
👀 Everyone is going to look amazing heading to the polls in these!
Tag us when you get your shirt we can't wait to see Team LPAC members rocking these!
Want to buy a fun shirt and support queer women candidates at the same time? You're in luck. All proceeds go to supporting
@TeamLPAC
's mission of electing queer women. Buy here:
Donald Trump has vowed to roll back the rights of LGBTQ+ Americans, but we won’t stand for it.
LPAC is helping elect a rainbow wall of candidates who can stand up to this bigotry across every level of government. We won’t be shoved back into the shadows.
Team LPAC is proud to endorse
@pwcdanica
. We are excited to see her build on her strong record of serving VA, and support her vision to create a more inclusive Commonwealth by becoming a national leader in
#LGBTQ
equality!
#ShesMyDelegate
Learn more:
“We’ve never had a Native woman in Congress before,"
@Deb4CongressNM
said. “And I have a strong sense that
@sharicedavids
and I are the first, but there’s no way we’re going to be the last.”
“People who choose to demean others or deny them employment, housing, educational opportunities, medical treatment or goods & services simply bc of that person's sexual orientation or gender identity are not religious heroes. They are bigots.” –
@dananessel
LET’S TALK ABOUT IT: Idaho advances a bill to deny gender affirming to trans and nonbinary folks.
Gender affirming care isn’t a luxury, it’s a lifeline! Shame on you Idaho.
Remember this read from yesterday?
15 of these 20 queer women candidates endorsed by
@TeamLPAC
WON last night. Amazing.
Go follow
@TeamLPAC
to learn more about being part of a winning movement.
Happy Valentine's Day! To celebrate, and mark Black History Month, we will be showing love to the amazing Black LGBTQ women from our 2022 endorsement class – all of whom are leading the way in standing up for our rights across the country.
"Being one of the few Asian American women in elected office and one of a few queer women in elected office means that I have a role to play in uplifting the next generation of queer women and POC leaders" We are proud to endorse
@JaniceForBART
!
We would like to share a little of Urvashi Vaid in her own words. Urvashi founded LPAC in 2012, and her vision continues to guide us to this day. Later we will be sharing remembrances from those of us at Team LPAC who knew and loved her, but for today, a short thread:
An important milestone has been achieved in Minnesota,
@leighfinke
will become the first transgender person elected to the State Legislature. Congratulations to Leigh on her win!
Congratulations Rep
@BriannaForCO
on your re-election! Your leadership is a reminder that we can and we must work toward a better, more inclusive nation. Thank you for being an incredible inspiration and leader!
A record number of bisexual women are running for the CA legislature in 2024!
Learn about their historic campaigns in this Bay Area Reporter article by
@politicalnotes
featuring LPAC Political Director Michelle Atwood!
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Looks like the GOP's got a new hobby: obsessing over stripping away the rights of LGBTQ+ people like it's the latest trend.
Honey, equality ain't a fashion statement, it's a necessity. Get with the program, or get out of the way! 💁♀️✨
#EqualityMatters
It’s official: Dawn Adams just won re-election for VA’s House of Delegates! She was the first lesbian ever elected. She was central to expanding Medicaid access in the state in her first term; we can’t wait to see what she does next for her constituents and all Virginians.
There is nothing we love more than releasing endorsements for amazing LGTBQ+ women’s candidates! Congratulations to all of these women, learn more about them and send them some
#ValentinesDay
love and support:
Fighting against bigotry takes courage. Join
#TeamLPAC
in celebrating LGBTQ+ women leaders who have blazed courageous trails for our community and our nation.
#IDAHOT
#IDAHOT2021
Cannot stress enough how important this race is! Flipping/keeping state legislatures is crucial to people's QOL, and it helps prevent the damaging gerrymandering that has national poll implications. That's all to say:
@pwcdanica
deserves whatever you can give!
Election Day 2019 is two weeks from today this Nov. 5.
If you’ve been planning to help out for the first time or one more time...
Now is the time.
This is it.
Donate $10, $25, $50 or $100 today and let’s leave everything on the field.
It’s time to win.
📢🏳️🌈 Endorsement Alert! These 2022 candidates are incredible LGBTQ+ women looking to make a difference in their communities and to make changes in our nation! Get to know them:
Congratulations
@KrisMayes
,
@RenittaShannon
,
@jessicaforwis
, and
@eunicortiz
!
The Oregonian has called the governor's race for
@TinaKotek
! Along with Maura Healey, Tina will be the first openly lesbian governor in U.S. history. Congratulations Governor-elect Kotek!
LPAC is thrilled to endorse 27 groundbreaking LGBTQ women and nonbinary candidates! As the November election approaches, we're proud to be supporting more than 100 candidates this year - the most in LPAC's history for an odd-year cycle!
Team LPAC is proud to endorse
@MaryMoriarty
for Hennepin County Attorney in Minnesota. Mary’s priorities are public safety, police accountability, and addressing racial disparities in the criminal justice system.
We're proud to stand with
@KateBrownForOR
, the first but definitely not the last LGBTQ+ governor. She fights for our community, no matter what.
#TeamKate
#orpol
Everyone deserves to live openly and with dignity. I'm proud to be our country's only openly LGBTQ+ governor, and I know I won't be the last.
#Pride
#orpol
Lisa Grafstein is making moves! Advancing to the general in NC Senate D-13, she's a beacon of hope for
#LGBTQ
+ rights and justice. Congratulations on your victory and a historic campaign! 💪🏳️🌈
New endorsee
@DaniForCongress
is running to represent Illinois' 16th Congressional District. "My opponent's record on women's rights and LGBTQ+ rights specifically is abhorrent, and we all deserve better," she told us. Cheers to that!
Congratulations,
@VoteSeema
! We are so excited that Knoxville will have your voice and leadership, and we can't wait to see the impact you will have in your community and beyond!
It's official,
@Oliviafornash
has made history as the first openly trans person elected to public office in the state of Tennessee! Congratulations, Olivia!
It's runoff day in Nashville! Good luck to endorsee
@Oliviafornash
in her historic campaign for the Nashville Metro Council! If Olivia wins today, she will be the first openly trans person elected to any level of office in the state of Tennessee.
We are excited to celebrate
@TinaKotek
's Democratic primary win for Governor of Oregon! Her election in November will be a historic moment that delivers the nation's FIRST openly lesbian governor. We could not be more excited to work towards victory alongside her.
.
@DebButlerHD18
has already proven she’s the real deal as a state lawmaker in North Carolina. We are proud to endorse her to support her continued good work; help us help her by donating to her campaign here:
"I also plan to be a visible role model to LGBTQ kids who need to see someone like them succeed." Meet
@BriannaForCO
, who is a fantastic role model for all us. LPAC is proud to endorse her race for re-election to the Colorado State House’s 27th district.
.
@CeliaIsrael
understands the strength of cities lies in their diversity, and she’s leading the way to tackle the challenges in a way that leaves no one behind. Join this LPAC-hosted virtual fundraiser on Saturday, Nov. 19 from noon - 1 pm.
To know me is to know that I will fight for our jobs, our community and the military bases that keep us safe. A strong middle class is key to our national security.
As an Air Force veteran who grew up in San Antonio, I will always prioritize
#TX23
jobs, bases and families.
Congratulations to
@laurenbaer
on her victory in
#FL18
! Lauren is a champion for her community and for our values, and we are proud to work alongside her towards victory in November! Join us and let Lauren know we are in this to win:
#FLoridaPrimaries
This month LPAC is proud to announce a slate of 10 endorsements! From the halls of Congress to city council chambers, these extraordinary LGBTQ women are standing up every day to protect our rights.