Posts by Joel McDonald
LGBT Democrats of Virginia respond to Tim Kaine’s reluctance on marriage equality
Brian Boyce, Acting Caucus Chair and Tiffany M. Joslyn, PAC President, of LGBT Democrats of Virginia responded in a letter to Tim Kaine’s apparent reluctance to support full marriage equality…
Read MorePresident Obama Supports Full Marriage Equality
President Barack Obama announced today that his “evolution” on the issue of gay marriage has come to and end, and he now affirms that same-sex couples should be able to…
Read MoreVice President Joe Biden Endorses Marriage Equality
During an interview on Meet the Press, Vice President Joe Biden said, “I am absolutely comfortable with the fact that men marrying men, women marrying women and heterosexual men marrying…
Read MoreGov. McDonnell Wrong on Children Raised by Gay & Lesbian Parents
Recently, Virginia Governor Bob McDonnell had this to say in response to a question regarding children raised by same-sex parents: “Most of the data that I’ve read that the best…
Read MoreMeeting on Saturday in Richmond
The LGBT Caucus of the Democratic Party of Virginia will be holding its quarterly meeting at 12:00 PM on Saturday, February 11, 2012, at the Downtown Richmond Marriott, 500 East Broad…
Read MoreGOP Hypocrisy Clearly Visible on Voter ID Bills
With the total Republican sweep of the Virginia General Assembly, came bills to turn Virginia hard right in terms of social policy, giving Virginia Republicans the opportunity to pass laws…
Read MoreChange in Leadership and February 11 Caucus Meeting
The Caucus has undergone a leadership change that you should be aware of. Terry Mansberger, who has served as Chair of the LGBT Caucus of the Democratic Party of Virginia…
Read MoreIntroducing “Our Commonwealth”
Our Commonwealth, is the new members only e-newsletter for members of the LGBT Caucus of the Democratic Party of Virginia. This e-newsletter will include timely messages from Caucus leaders, and…
Read MoreLGBT Caucus Meeting & Survey
The next quarterly meeting of the LGBT Caucus of the Democratic Party of Virginia will take place in Hampton, VA on December 3rd. The caucus will be meeting at 8:30…
Read MorePictures from PAC Reception for Adrianne Bennett with Adam Ebbin
Check out the pictures from last evening’s wonderful reception for Adrianne Bennett with special guest Adam Ebbin.
Read MoreLGBT Democrats of VA PAC Fundraiser for Sen. Edwards, Don Langrehr, & Michael Sutphin
Please Join the LGBT Democrats of Virginia PAC – Virginia Partisans At a Fundraiser for Senator Edwards, Don Langrehr, & Michael Sutphin Wednesday, November 2nd at 7:00 PM 622 North…
Read MoreAdam Ebbin in Virginia Beach on November 1st for Reception for Adrianne Bennett
Adam Ebbin, the first openly gay member of the Virginia General Assembly, will be in Virginia Beach for a reception supporting Adrianne Bennett, a pro-equality candidate running for the House…
Read MoreVirginia Partisans PAC Endorses 53 for State and Local Offices
Virginia Partisans, the PAC of LGBT Democrats of Virginia, today announced endorsements of 49 incumbents and candidates for legislative seats and local offices in Virginia’s upcoming Nov. 8th general election.…
Read MoreLGBT Democrats of Virginia PAC Endorses Barbara Favola for Senate
Arlington, VA (Monday, August 29, 2011) – The Virginia Partisans, PAC of LGBT Democrats of Virginia, today announced its endorsement of Barbara Favola for Virginia’s 31st Senate District. President Tiffany M.…
Read MoreThe August 23rd Primary is Almost Here – Support Our PAC Endorsed Candidates Today!
With one week to go, our endorsees are working hard on the final push. Come out and support them at their equality minded fundraisers taking place this coming week! Details…
Read MoreVA Partisans Endorses Janet Oleszek
The Virginia Partisans, PAC of LGBT Democrats of Virginia, today announced the unanimous endorsement of Janet Oleszek for the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors to represent the Braddock Magisterial District.…
Read MoreLGBT Democrats of Virginia PAC endorses Ebbin, Areizaga-Soto, Clifford and Lopez
The Virginia Partisans, PAC of LGBT Democrats of Virginia, today announced endorsements of Delegate Adam Ebbin for the 30th State Senate District and Army JAG Lt. Colonel Jaime Areizaga-Soto for…
Read MoreLGBT Democrats of Virginia PAC Raises over $21K for Pro-Equality Democrats
The Virginia Partisans PAC, the Political Action Committee of the LGBT Democrats of Virginia, raised over $21K at a fundraiser held Thursday at the home of Arlington County Board Member…
Read More40-for-40 Update: The Host Committee
The Host Committee The Virginia Partisans: PAC of the LGBT Dems of Virginia PAC is proud to announce the Host Committee for our 2011 Annual Fundraiser, 40 For 40 –…
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