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Urgency Has Spiked!
We must pass the Equality Act, we must codify Roe, we must confirm the Equal Rights Amendment, and we must never again let the country slip towards theocracy and fascism. Our lives and the freedoms of our children and grandchildren depend on the next few elections.
Read MorePride Month 2022: Convictions in Precarious Times
I actually am writing this because I believe that we can reverse the negative by living each day so that those around us that call themselves our allies will grow stronger in their convictions and support of the LGBT+ community. We will need all these allies as we collectively fight to make our world a better place for everyone.
Read MoreFirst Round of 2022 Endorsements from LGBT+ Democrats of Virginia
All Democratic nominees for the U.S. House of Representatives previously endorsed by LGBT+ Democrats of Virginia have been endorsed for the 2022 election. Find out more about these candidates and how you can help them win.
Read MoreHow to help Ukraine
There are some easy ways to donate to Ukraine. Here are some established and multinational charity organizations that can be safely relied upon for donations.
Read MoreLGBT+ Democrats of Virginia at Mary Washington University
LGBT+ Democrats of Virginia were excited to be out again for our first event of the season at the University of Mary Washington Multicultural Fair. Executive Board Members Donald Davenport,…
Read MoreThe Time is Now to Volunteer for Democrats in Virginia
The LGBT+ Democrats of Virginia are doubling up our efforts to get out the vote. Even one hour is better than no hours. Make calls with us every day. Canvas on Saturdays and Sundays. Many opportunities to get involved are available.
Read MoreVideo: Gubernatorial Candidates Virtual Town Hall
Video of virtual town hall. Candidates participating included Delegate Lee Carter, former Delegate Jennifer Carroll Foy, former Governor Terry McAuliffe, and Senator Jennifer McClellan.
Read MoreVideo: Lt. Governor Candidates Virtual Town Hall
Video of virtual town hall featuring All candidates participated, including Delegate Hala Ayala, Delegate Mark Levine, Hon. Andria McClellan, Sean Perryman, Delegate Sam Rasoul, and Xavier Warren.
Read MoreVideo: Attorney General Candidates Virtual Town Hall
Video of virtual town hall featuring Attorney General Mark Herring and Delegate Jay Jones. Lt. Governor Justin Fairfax also joins.
Read MoreJoin us for the LGBT+ Democrats of Virginia Holiday Brunch
The Board would like to invite you to our FREE virtual Holiday Brunch that will be held on December 19th from 11 am to 1 pm.
Read MoreHoliday Letter to Members and Supporters
This year has been a challenging one for politicians and staff. Our normal operations have all been turned upside down. Almost nothing we normally do during a year, including upwards of 40 live events, door knocking, or live fundraisers happened this year. Our entire outlook on the year changed dramatically overnight, and like everyone in politics, our way of doing things had to change dramatically too.
Read MoreAll Elections Matter! This Year Matters More Than Any Other!
This year we have not been able to attend any traditional events around the Commonwealth to do voter registration, education, or planning! That is why WE NEED YOU more NOW than ever!
Read MoreACTION ALERT For LGBT+ Democrats of Virginia
After the convention we are going to have some serious initiatives to start working on immediately. These will all be done virtually so you will need to be connected to know what is happening and when you can help.
Read MoreGood Trouble
‘Do not get lost in a sea of despair. Be hopeful, be optimistic. Our struggle is not the struggle of a day, a week, a month, or a year, it is the struggle of a lifetime. Never, ever be afraid to make some noise and get in good trouble, necessary trouble.” – Congressman John Lewis
Read MoreLet’s Queer the Census!
Census 2020 is still moving forward. You should have already received a letter back in March asking you to complete the census, but timelines have been extended. Don’t miss your opportunity to be counted!
Read MoreNew Opportunities to Call & Democratic Primaries on Tuesday
We have a new LGBT Veterans for Biden calling time and we want to remind you that there are some Congressional primaries on Tuesday, June 23rd!
Read MoreGet Involved – We Are Working Now for Democrats!
Maggie Sacra, our Chairperson, provided you some updates about our plans for the November election earlier, now I want to update you with some additional information.
Read MoreCOVID-19 Has Changed Everything – How to Support Your Candidates
COVID-19 has changed everything! Not only do we need to think about day-to-day activities that we have taken for granted in the past, we also need to rethink how we do outreach, campaigns, and elections this year.
Read MorePride 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.
Read 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.
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