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Pride Is Coming – A Little History of the LGBT Democrats of Virginia
June is just around the corner. Although this year won’t look like past years, we can still celebrate our PRIDE in our community. Roots of the LGBT Democrats of Virginia stretch back 28 years.
See MoreResolution on Transgender Military Ban
The LGBT Dems have passed a resolution on the transgender military ban, calling on Virginia’s Governor to affirm that transgender troops may serve openly in the Virginia National Guard, Virginia Air National Guard, and Virginia Defense Force.
See MoreJuly 14 Fundraiser
The LGBT Dems will be hosting a fundraiser on July 14, 2019. We expect Congressman Don Beyer to attend, in addition to several local elected officials.
See MoreHappy Pride!
While Pride is celebrated with parades and festivals, we have to remember that it didn’t start this way. It was a protest; a roar demanding our rights.
See MoreBoard of LGBT Democrats of Virginia Elected for 2019-2021 Term
With the nominations for positions on the board of LGBT Democrats of Virginia not having any contested offices and being within the number of members allowable according to the bylaws of the organization, all nominees have been elected.
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Jennifer Boysko Endorsed by LGBT Democrats of Virginia in 33rd District Special Election
LGBT Democrats of Virginia endorses Jennifer Boysko in the special election to fill the seat being vacated by Congresswoman-Elect Jennifer Wexton in Virginia’s 33rd Senate District. Boysko has a strong legislative record on issues important to LGBTQ Virginians.
See MoreGeneral Membership Meeting – Saturday, December 8th
The LGBT Democrats of Virginia will meet on Saturday, December 8th at 1:30 pm in the Suntrust Building in Downtown Richmond.
See MoreA Four Pack of Meet-and-Greet Fundraisers and a “Giving Blitz” Campaign for Good Measure
So far this year we have thrown four great Meet-and-Greet Fundraisers for our endorsed candidates. We aren’t done though! We would like to start a series of “Giving Blitz” campaigns.
See MoreENDORSEMENTS!
Our Board is proud to endorse a list of candidates that has already stood up and been counted as champions for LGBT+ rights in office and out.
See MoreEndorsed Candidates 6: Abigail Spanberger is the Only Candidate in the 7th That Will Represent All
Find out more about Abigail Spanberger, ex-CIA agent, mom, and candidate for Congress in the 7th District.
See MoreJoin Us in Continuing the Fight for a Better Virginia.
We Can't Be Passive In Our Civil Rights.
