There's record LGBTQ+ representation in elected offices nationwide
In some good news coming out of November's election, at least 495 LGBTQ+ candidates won their races.
FEBRUARY 3, 2025
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LGBTQ+ People Are Running for School Board Seats in Historic Numbers
The number of out LGBTQ+ people running for school board seats has doubled since 2018.
OCTOBER 28, 2022
Trans Politician Danica Roem Faces Off Against Antigay Trump Follower
The trans Virginia legislator is running for reelection against Christopher Stone, who opposes marriage equality and wants more religious exemptions from pro-LGBTQ+ laws.
SEPTEMBER 9, 2021
First Trans Member of DNC Barbra 'Babs' Siperstein Dies at 76
Just two days before her passing, the Babs Siperstein Law, allowing trans people to change gender identity without proof of surgery, went into effect in New Jersey.
FEBRUARY 4, 2019
Mixed Results for LGBTQ+ Pols in Pennsylvania Primary — Plus a First
State Reps. Malcolm Kenyatta and Brian Sims didn't win bids for higher office, but Kenyatta will stay in the legislature and may be joined by the state's first nonbinary lawmaker.
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MAY 18, 2022
Why Out Candidate Alex Morse Is Challenging a Powerful Incumbent
Morse, running in the First Congressional District in Massachusetts, talks to The Advocate about how he differs from fellow Democrat Richard Neal.
AUGUST 31, 2020
Biden administration had record level of LGBTQ+ representation
The administration truly looked like America.
JANUARY 22, 2025
LGBTQ+ History in the Making With Record Number of Out Candidates
A total of 1,008 out candidates are seeking political office this year, exceeding 2020's record.
JULY 22, 2022
Yanked Ad Against Alex Morse Referenced 'Sex With College Students'
Many considered the American Working Families ad against gay congressional candidate homophobic and incendiary.
AUGUST 31, 2020
Wilton Manors Elects Florida's First All-LGBTQ Commission
The South Florida community made history in that state on Tuesday.
NOVEMBER 7, 2018
Dems Investigating Motivation for Salacious Charges Against Gay Mayor
Accusations emerged of an orchestrated campaign against the Massachusetts politician, who is running for Congress.
AUGUST 13, 2020
Louisiana is the only state that's never had an out LGBTQ+ state legislator. Here's why
Queer statehouse candidates in Louisiana say running for office was 'traumatic.'
MARCH 5, 2024
What does Donald Trump’s ‘shocking and devastating’ victory and a second term mean for the LGBTQ+ community?
America elected a man who promised to roll back the rights of transgender people.
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
How LGBTQ+ Candidates Can Win in Swing Districts
It's not only deep-blue areas that elect out candidates -- some have succeeded in purple districts, and more are seeking to join them.
MARCH 17, 2022
Record Number of LGBTQ+ Delegates Make Voices Heard at Dem Convention
They come from a variety of backgrounds, and some even have personal stories to share about what may be the nation's next first family.
AUGUST 20, 2020
HRC Riffs on Donald Trump With 'Make America Gay Again' Cap
We don't know what Trump thinks of this, but it could make a clever holiday gift.
DECEMBER 1, 2015
Second transgender candidate in Ohio challenged over name disclosure law
The use of an obscure provision to target transgender candidates in Ohio raises concerns about election laws and discrimination.
JANUARY 10, 2024
Is Calling a Gay Candidate 'Weak' a Homophobic Dog Whistle?
Supporters of Congressional candidate Chris Pappas say fellow Democrat Maura Sullivan was weaponizing homophobia when she implied he's stereotypically weak.
SEPTEMBER 11, 2018
Antigay Dog Whistles Wrongly Insinuate Gay Mayor Engaged in Pedophilia
Holyoke, Mass., Mayor Alex Morse is under investigation for relationships with college students, but a council member refers to "sexual activities with teenagers."
AUGUST 12, 2020