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Statement from the Chair
October 7, 2025
The latest attempt by the Right to further demonize people who are transgender is to falsely claim that this community is violent and deadly. No matter how many times this is repeated, it is still a lie. Not only can no act of violence be reasonably ascribed to the entirety of the Transgender community, but this lie also ignores how Transgender individuals are disproportionately victims of violence in our nation. Transgender people are not a threat. They are our neighbors, our friends, and our family members.
- Joel McDonald, Chairperson of LGBT+ Democrats of Virginia
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Happy New Year and Thank You
Because of your efforts, Virginia will not only be more resilient throughout the remaining days of the Trump Administration, but we will shape a future that protects personal freedom and provides economic opportunity for all. I hope that the LGBT+ Caucus will continue to be, and be even more so, an effective and impactful part of the Democratic Party of Virginia in the new year. We can only do that with your continued support. Please stay tuned for new opportunities to do so.
LGBT+ Democrats of Virginia endorse first round of 2025 candidates
“Our hope is that our endorsement signals to voters that these candidates are not just worthy of their vote because they are Democrats but also because of their records and positions on issues important to the LGBTQIA+ community,” explained Joel McDonald, Chairperson of LGBT+ Democrats of Virginia.
LGBT+ Democrats of Virginia Proudly Endorse Abigail Spanberger for Governor
Throughout her distinguished career, Abigail Spanberger has been a fierce advocate for equality, fairness, and the rights of all Virginians, including and especially LGBTQIA+ individuals. As a three-term Congresswoman representing Virginia’s 7th District, Spanberger has consistently demonstrated an unwavering commitment to protecting and advancing LGBTQIA+ rights.
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