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Meet Michele Rayner, who could become Florida's first queer woman senator

The Democrat, who currently serves in Florida's House, will run for a safe blue state senate seat in 2026.

Shevrin Jones & Michele Rayner Make LGBTQ+ Election History in Florida

The Sunshine State elected its first out LGBTQ+ state senator and the first Black queer woman to the Florida legislature.

Meet the Gay Bahamian-American Fighting to Rebuild His Island

Shevrin Jones, a gay Florida legislator, said America must lead with love and help the Bahamas rebuild.

Gay Lawmaker Wants Tampons for Female Inmates

Florida female inmates have reportedly traded sex for hygiene products in prison.

Kim Jackson & Torrey Harris Make LGBTQ+ History in Southern Elections

Georgia's Kim Jackson and Tennessee's Torrey Harris broke the rainbow ceiling.

 

Democratic Lawmakers & Allies Launch New Pro-LGBTQ+ Agenda PAC

Pennsylvania Democratic state Rep. Malcolm Kenyatta will serve as chairperson of the board for the new political action committee aimed at defending LGBTQ+ rights.

Fla. Gov. DeSantis Signs Historic 'Don't Say Gay Bill,' Enabling Hate

The much derided bill has now become law. 

Florida just got its first LGBTQ+ Latino state senator

“It’s also important to acknowledge and celebrate the significance of our election for Florida’s LGBTQ community, who have been relentlessly attacked and demonized by the majority party in this Legislature over the past few years,” Smith said on Friday.

Out Sen. Shevrin Jones Breaks Down in Debate Over 'Don’t Say Gay' Bill

The Florida state senator discussed the hardships he faced coming out at 34 as he voiced opposition to the legislation. 

Florida Politician Triumphs Over Homophobia to Win Primary

Shevrin Jones, targeted by antigay robotexts during the campaign, is poised to become Florida's first out state senator.

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Halloween Drag Story Hour Canceled in Florida Over Neo-Nazi Threats

State lawmakers have blamed Gov. Ron DeSantis for the current anti-LGBTQ+ climate. 

Mondaire Jones Loses Primary; Other LGBTQ+ Candidates Notch Wins

Mondaire Jones, one of the first Black gay men in Congress, lost the Democratic primary in a new district.

Florida's 'Don't Say Gay' Law — Here's Its Ugly History

Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis signed the "don't say gay" bill into law in March. Other states have followed suit, attempting to pass their own versions.

Out Florida Rep Seeks to Repeal State's Ban on Same-Sex Marriage

The ban may be unenforceable now, but things could change, so Rep. Michele Rayner wants to get it off the state's books.

Florida Lawmakers Vote to Ban Gender-Affirming Care for Kids

Far-right Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis is expected to sign the bill soon.

Florida's First Gay Latino Lawmaker, Carlos Guillermo Smith, Announces State Senate Run

Smith previously served in the state's house of representatives before losing his election in 2022.

Politician Hit With Antigay Robocalls After His Plasma Was Rejected

Florida voters are receiving texts saying Shevrin Jones "was discriminated against for recent homosexual contact."

Florida Lawmaker Comes Out, Says He's Now 'Living My Truth'

State Rep. Shevrin Jones has won a fourth term but has been mentioned as a potential lieutenant governor candidate.

Florida Senate Bill Could Ban Books With LGBTQ+ Characters

Legislation introduced in the Florida Senate could empower homophobic parents to challenge the use of books with LGBTQ+ characters at public schools.

​Kentucky’s first out state representative Keturah Herron receives LGBTQ+ trailblazer award

The LGBTQ+ Victory Institute named Kentucky state Rep. Keturah Herron the 2024 Tammy Baldwin Breakthrough Award winner.