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All 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.
Read 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.
Read 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.
Read 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.
Read MoreJennifer 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.
Read 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.
Read 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.
Read 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.
Read 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.
Read MoreA Sparkling Event for Vangie Williams
On September 1, the LGBT Democrats of Virginia held a fundraiser in Colonial Beach in conjunction with the Westmoreland Democratic Committee. Looking out of the gate on a wonderful view of the Potomac River, while sitting around the sparkling salt water pool was an amazing way to spend the beginning of Labor Day weekend.
Read MoreEndorsed Candidates 5: Gerry Connolly Fighting for All Virginians
Find out more about Gerry Connolly, candidate for Congress in the 11th District.
Read MoreEndorsed Candidates 4: Jennifer Wexton A Proven Supporter of LGBT+ Equality
Find out more about Jennifer Wexton, candidate for Congress in the 10th District.
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