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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.
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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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Remembering Michael Barber
He was a mentor to me when I got into political activism back in 2000 for LGBTQ+ causes. Michael Barber was very supportive of our caucus. He was the Tidewater Chair for many years. I stand on Michael Barber‘s shoulders today, as I have been actively involved in Democratic politics ever since 2000. I live in Arlington now, but Michael always seemed close by. And anytime I needed his help, he was there for me.
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LGBT+ Democrats of Virginia joins National Stonewall Democrats
LGBT+ Democrats of Virginia, the LGBT Caucus of the Democratic Party of Virginia, joined the National Federation of Stonewall Democrats. The caucus was accepted as a member of the national organization on Monday, March 24th. During the initial iteration of National Stonewall Democrats, Virginia was represented by the Virginia Partisans Gay and Lesbian Democratic Club, the precursor to the caucus. In 2013, Virginia Partisans and the caucus merged to form what is now LGBT+ Democrats of Virginia.
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Remember to Hope. Decide to Act.
Joel McDonald, Chairperson of LGBT+ Democrats of Virginia, the LGBT Caucus of the Democratic Party of Virginia, provides an update and remarks following the Quarter 1 2025 Steering and Central Committee meetings of the Democratic Party of Virginia, held in Richmond, March 21-22. The caucus also held a successful Meet & Greet/General Membership Meeting, featuring Virginia Delegate Joshua Cole.
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Where do the candidates for DPVA Chair stand on LGBTQ+ issues?
Members of the Central Committee of the Democratic Party of Virginia will vote to elect a new DPVA Chairperson on Saturday, March 22nd. With three candidates running, LGBT+ Democrats of Virginia wanted to know where they stood on issues important to our community. Each candidate was invited to complete a questionnaire on these issues. Here is how each responded.
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While Under Attack, We Organize: Executive Board Elected of LGBT+ Democrats of Virginia
As the LGBTQ+ community is being targeted by the Trump Administration, LGBT+ Democrats of Virginia have elected its Executive Board to continue the work of advocating within the Democratic Party of Virginia and supporting pro-LGBTQ+ Democratic Candidates at all levels of government in the Commonwealth.
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Commitment, Energy, and Diversity Needed: 2025 Officer Elections
What this caucus can do toward achieving our goals for the good of our community and our strength in supporting pro-equality Democrats depends on the people willing to step up and lead. It’s hard work, but work that can be fulfilling and impactful. I invite all members of the caucus to consider what you may bring to the table by serving as a board member.
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Building a Firewall Around Virginia in 2025
Our first big test will be with elections for Governor, Lt. Governor, and Attorney General, as well as all of the House of Delegates, in November 2025. We absolutely must regain these three statewide offices, and build our lead in the House of Delegates. This will help us hold a firewall around Virginia. We cannot express just how important that is for our LGBT+ citizens, and frankly all our citizens in the Commonwealth.
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Grateful for President Biden’s Leadership. Ready to Work to Win.
We have every expectation that we will, as a party, nominate a candidate every bit as committed to LGBTQ+ equality as President Biden has been. We stand ready to endorse and work to elect that nominee, to re-elect Senator Tim Kaine, and to elect pro-quality Democrats to Congress and offices at all levels throughout the Commonwealth.
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We Can't Be Passive In Our Civil Rights.
