LGBTQ Victory =?iso-8859-1?q?Institute=A0?= · [email protected]

October 13, 2021 at 2:00 PM

School Board Bootcamps?

One out voice standing against extremism can make a huge difference. John, earlier this summer we sent you an update on the amazing work Fairfax County (VA) school board member Karl Frisch is doing to ensure LGBTQ kids are heard and accepted. But we have some bad news - anti-equality…

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  LGBTQ Victory Institute · [email protected]

October 12, 2021 at 3:13 PM

Final chance: nominate two LGBTQ leaders for the Tammy Baldwin Breakthrough Award & Global Trailblazer Award!

Who do you think should win? Have you submitted your nominees for the 2021 Tammy Baldwin Breakthrough Award and the Global Trailblazer Award, John? There's still time - but the submission deadline is this Friday! Let us know who you think deserves to win today!! The Tammy Baldwin Br…

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  Elliot Imse · [email protected]

October 11, 2021 at 2:00 PM

October 11: National Coming Out Day

There is so much to be proud of – and so much more work to be done John, Happy National Coming Out Day! Every year on October 11th, the LGBTQ community celebrates and supports LGBTQ people coming out of the closet. It is a day for proudly living your truth and celebrating LGBTQ freed…

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  LGBTQ Victory =?iso-8859-1?q?Institute=A0?= · [email protected]

October 8, 2021 at 3:46 PM

Correction: The erasure of Missouri’s LGBTQ history

Certain Missourians might not appreciate LGBTQ history... John, In our email yesterday discussing the great work of Missouri state Senator Greg Razer, we accidentally referred to him as the first LGBTQ state senator in Missouri. The history-maker who became the first LGBTQ state sen…

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  LGBTQ Victory =?iso-8859-1?q?Institute=A0?= · [email protected]

October 7, 2021 at 2:00 PM

The erasure of Missouri’s LGBTQ history

Certain Missourians might not appreciate LGBTQ history... John, Why don’t more people know about Missouri’s proud LGBTQ history? Because bigots in the state are still desperately trying to erase it from the public record. Early in September, an exhibit went up in the Missouri State …

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  LGBTQ Victory Institute · [email protected]

October 5, 2021 at 7:01 PM

🎉Call for nominees: Tammy Baldwin Breakthrough Award & Global Trailblazer Award !🎉

Who do you think should win? John, We're so excited – we are now accepting nominations for the 2021 Tammy Baldwin Breakthrough Award and the Global Trailblazer Award! Who do you think should win these prestigious awards? Name your nominees here!     The Tammy Baldwin Bre…

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  =?iso-8859-1?q?Alhel=ED?= Partida · [email protected]

October 5, 2021 at 2:30 PM

NEW: speakers to share, agenda updates and more!

We’re just over three weeks away from the 5th LGBTI Political Leaders of the Americas Conference! John, We’re just over three weeks away from the 5th LGBTI Political Leaders of the Americas Conference, and we have lots of exciting updates to share with you. And don’t forget, this yea…

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  OUTPOWER · [email protected]

September 24, 2021 at 5:58 PM

10 years after DADT repealed and three more stories John should know

Representation is power. FOUR LGBTQ STORIES WORTH KNOWING 1. 10 YEARS SINCE "DON’T ASK DON’T TELL" REPEALED Ten years ago, the discriminatory military policy "Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell" (DADT) was repealed by U.S. President Barack Obama. President Joe Biden, who championed the…

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  LGBTQ Victory =?iso-8859-1?q?Institute=A0?= · [email protected]

September 16, 2021 at 6:26 PM

Undeterred, vocal, determined:

Today is Pennsylvania state Representative Brian Sims's birthday. John, Today is Pennsylvania state Representative Brian Sims's 43rd birthday (don't forget to sign his birthday card here!). We're taking some time today to celebrate Brian's countless achievements - and his undisputed …

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  Elliot Imse · [email protected]

September 14, 2021 at 2:01 PM

It’s almost Brian Sims's birthday! 🎂

To celebrate his birthday properly, we’re going to be sending him a birthday card from all of Victory Institute’s best supporters! John, Pennsylvania State Rep. Brian Sims's birthday is next Thursday! To celebrate his birthday properly, we’re going to be sending him a birthday card f…

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  Dan Gugliuzza · [email protected]

September 9, 2021 at 6:49 PM

Puppy dog eyes 🐶

If those eyes didn’t work, here’s the harsh truth: John, As the Database Manager, I’ve been carefully tracking our Dog Days of Summer Goal. We’re almost to our deadline but we’re still short of our goal. So I’m going to ask one more time for your help – and to convince you, I’m going…

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  Ruben & Sadie Rose · [email protected]

September 8, 2021 at 4:12 PM

A note from Sadie Rose 🐕

Anything to do with dogs must be good, right? John, My girl, Sadie Rose, heard Seth wrote to you about our Dog Days of Summer fundraising deadline – and Sadie insisted on being a part of it. I’m passing on a note from her below (she’s really smart and obviously very cute!):   …

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  Sarah Pope · [email protected]

September 7, 2021 at 7:32 PM

Meet the VCI Summer Class of 2021!

Our latest class will receive extensive complete rigorous in-person and virtual weekly leadership development and mentorship series, including virtual and hybrid placements in congressional offices! John, I am so excited to introduce you to the 2021 Fall Class of Victory Congressiona…

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  Seth Schermer · [email protected]

September 2, 2021 at 3:40 PM

Dog days of summer... (with pictures!)

This year has been anything but normal! We’re well into the dog days of summer, John. While the calendar tells me summer’s almost over, the heat certainly won’t be leaving anytime soon. These days are typically associated with the hottest days of the summer and a time of calamity (and…

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  OUTPOWER · [email protected]

August 27, 2021 at 1:16 PM

A new LGBTQ voice in Kansas, Pete & Chasten's good news, and more!

Representation is power. FIVE LGBTQ STORIES WORTH KNOWING 1. SAY HELLO! TO OUR VEFs AND VCF WHILE SAYING GOODBYE TO OUR VCIs Victory Institute announced our new class of Victory Empowerment Fellows (VEF)! You can learn more about the 2021 VEFs here. This fellowship is for …

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  LGBTQ Victory =?iso-8859-1?q?Institute=A0?= · [email protected]

August 19, 2021 at 2:31 PM

America’s first LGBTQ Afro-Latinx Congressman

From the Bronx to the Beltway, Ritchie Torres is making waves. John, Ritchie Torres is no stranger to shattering expectations. He knows that too few LGBTQ people of color hold political power – and they almost never hail from the Bronx. But if you learn one thing about Ritchie today,…

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  Mayor Annise Parker · [email protected]

August 13, 2021 at 4:11 PM

Remembering Jim Hormel

John, It is with deep sadness that I share this news with you: the trailblazing LGBTQ public servant Jim Hormel passed away last night. Jim is best know for being the first out LGBTQ ambassador in U.S. history, but he was also a strong philanthropic supporter of LGBTQ causes, includ…

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  Lucy Arthur-Paratley · [email protected]

August 11, 2021 at 2:23 PM

Our Boston Candidate & Campaign Training: ✅✅

A sneak peak at what our attendees were doing… John, Victory Institute’s Domestic Programs team just successfully executed our first in-person Candidate & Campaign Training (CCT) since the pandemic began – and it was great to be back. Our 26 LGBTQ attendees joined us in Boston t…

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  LGBTQ Victory =?iso-8859-1?q?Institute=A0?= · [email protected]

August 9, 2021 at 8:01 PM

“At the time, I was scared. I worried that my dreams and my identity were mutually exclusive.”

Today is Delaware state Senator Sarah McBride’s birthday. John, Today is Delaware state Senator Sarah McBride’s birthday. We’re asking our best supporters to sign on to Sarah’s card (you can sign it here!), but we also want to tell you a little more about how Sarah inspires us… Even…

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  LGBTQ Victory =?iso-8859-1?q?Institute=A0?= · [email protected]

August 6, 2021 at 6:58 PM

On the 56th anniversary of the Voting Rights Act...

Highlighting moments in the fight: John, today is the 56th anniversary of the Voting Rights Act of 1965. Almost six decades after this landmark bill was signed into law by President Johnson, too many Americans still lack access to the most basic of civil rights: the ability to easily …

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  LGBTQ Victory =?iso-8859-1?q?Institute=A0?= · [email protected]

August 5, 2021 at 2:17 PM

SIGN: 🎉Happy birthday🎉 Senator McBride!

Celebrating our first out trans state Senator! John, it's almost Delaware state Senator Sarah McBride's birthday! We can't wait to celebrate our first out trans state Senator. Will you sign Sarah's card and wish her a happy birthday?!     Sarah's historic 2020 campaign s…

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  LGBTQ Victory =?iso-8859-1?q?Institute=A0?= · [email protected]

August 4, 2021 at 5:47 PM

Why does your local school board matter? Here's two examples.

One out voice standing against extremism can make a huge difference. John, Why does your local school board matter? On a regular day, schoolboards might review the district's education budget or determine the district's goals and policies for the year. At first glance, these agenda …

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  Annise Parker · [email protected]

August 3, 2021 at 4:17 PM

Our 🌈🌑moonshot🌑🌈 effort:

We must elect 28,116 more LGBTQ people to achieve equitable representation. John, I wanted to make sure you saw Ruben's email from last week about our 2021 Out for America report. This statistic really struck me: we must elect 28,116 more LGBTQ people to achieve equitable representat…

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  OUTPOWER · [email protected]

July 29, 2021 at 1:22 PM

Check out Out for America, more historic moments from PAI, and more!

Representation is power. THE FOUR LGBTQ HEADLINES NOT TO MISS 1. OUT FOR AMERICA: A 17% INCREASE IN LGBTQ ELECTED OFFICIALS Victory Institute released our 2021 Out for America report, our annual look at the number and demographics of out LGBTQ elected officials in the Unit…

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  Ruben J. Gonzales · [email protected]

July 28, 2021 at 3:39 PM

Did LGBTQ representation increase last year? Find out in Out for America (with gifs)!

Spoiler: it did - and we've achieved historic levels of representation! John, I'm so excited to share with you the 2021 Out for America report, our annual look at the number and demographics of out LGBTQ elected officials in the United States. You can read an exclusive story about it…

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  LGBTQ Victory =?iso-8859-1?q?Institute=A0?= · [email protected]

July 27, 2021 at 1:16 PM

Greg Abbott’s threats against trans lives:

We can’t let Texas’s biggest bigot win John, We cheered when our LGBTQ leaders in the Texas House successfully blocked a huge slate of anti-trans legislation earlier this year. But Texas’s biggest bigot (and that’s not an easy title to claim!), Governor Greg Abbott, simply won’t leav…

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  =?iso-8859-1?q?Alhel=ED?= Partida · [email protected]

July 3, 2021 at 3:00 PM

You’re invited to the LGBTI Political Leaders in the Americas Conference!

Join us online October 21-23rd! John, Registration is now open for our biannual LGBTI Political Leaders in the Americas Conference! Join us online and connect with out leaders from around the continent. Don’t wait – register today! This conference is the largest in the world to con…

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  Ruben J. Gonzales · [email protected]

July 2, 2021 at 8:34 PM

BREAKING: History-Making Biden Appointee!

We're excited to share that the Biden administration has nominated Chantale Wong as U.S. Director to the Asian Development Bank with the rank of Ambassador John, we're excited to share that the Biden administration has nominated Chantale Wong as U.S. Director to the Asian Development …

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  Ruben J. Gonzales · [email protected]

June 30, 2021 at 1:30 PM

“The LGBTQ community has waited long enough.”

Earlier this year, the U.S. House passed the Equality Act…. John, Earlier this year, the U.S. House passed the Equality Act! And while bigots tried their best to derail the effort by spewing anti-trans rhetoric, the testimonials of our out elected officials were louder than their hat…

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  Mario =?iso-8859-1?q?Enr=EDquez?= · [email protected]

June 28, 2021 at 5:01 PM

Last chance! Our Pride Month Rate is almost gone... 🌈🌈

What will you do with your $175 savings? John, There's still time to grab your ticket for the 2021 International LGBTQ Leaders Conference and save $175! But there's only 3 days until Pride Month ends - and that's when this deal expires. Register today and save $175 on your conference…

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  LGBTQ Victory Institute · [email protected]

June 28, 2021 at 2:00 PM

IMPACT: Passing 37 bills in Colorado...

Holding power means passing the right bills. John, earlier this month, Colorado state Representative Leslie Herod announced she passed a whopping 37 bills during the 2021 legislative session. Rep. Herod, the first Black out LGBTQ elected official in Colorado history, led the charge t…

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  OUTPOWER · [email protected]

June 24, 2021 at 5:00 PM

The most pro-equality administration yet, advancing equality in Colorado and more!

Representation is power. THE FIVE LGBTQ HEADLINES NOT TO MISS 1. RECORDS SHATTERED IN MEXICO Over 100 out LGBTQ candidates ran in local and national races in Mexico’s recent elections, the largest number of LGBTQ candidates ever in Mexico’s history. And even better? Many o…

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  Sarah Pope · [email protected]

June 23, 2021 at 1:52 PM

ONE WEEK until 🌈Give Out Day🌈!

Recruit, train and support a new generation of out leaders! John, next week is Give Out Day, the ONLY national day of giving dedicated to supporting LGBTQ organizations. And this year, we’re setting an ambitious fundraising goal of $15,000 to boost our candidate training programs. Wil…

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  LGBTQ Victory Institute · [email protected]

June 21, 2021 at 2:19 PM

This Week: Pride & Progress Video Series

Victory Institute's Jarod Keith interviews experts about key moments and people who shaped queer history. John, Beginning today and throughout this week, Victory Institute will host conversations with experts about key moments in queer history and the fight for LGBTQ political power.…

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  Ruben J. Gonzales · [email protected]

June 17, 2021 at 2:00 PM

“There are 125 state legislators now in Kansas that can no longer say, ‘I don’t know a trans person.’”

Three quotes from trans lawmakers on the frontlines in the fight for equality John, This Pride month, I wanted to share three quotes from trans lawmakers on the frontlines in the fight for equality. They embody not only the spirit of Pride, but why Victory Institute works tirelessly …

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  Elliot Imse · [email protected]

June 16, 2021 at 1:56 PM

TODAY: Gina Ortiz Jones and Shawn Skelly confirmation hearings!

Right now, 117 out LGBTQ candidates are running for local and national races all around Mexico. John, Both Gina Ortiz Jones and Shawn Skelly have their confirmation hearings before the U.S. Senate Armed Services Committee today at 10am ET! Watch the hearings here! When confirmed, bo…

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  =?iso-8859-1?q?Alhel=ED?= Partida · [email protected]

June 14, 2021 at 2:00 PM

"Eager to represent": LGBTQ candidates breaking barriers in Mexico!

Right now, 117 out LGBTQ candidates are running for local and national races all around Mexico. John, I wanted to share this amazing headline from NBC News: Eager to represent: Gay and trans Mexican candidates running in key vote Nearly 2 percent of more than 6,000 Mexican candidates…

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  Mario =?iso-8859-1?q?Enr=EDquez?= · [email protected]

June 13, 2021 at 3:00 PM

FWD: Don’t miss our 🌈🌈PRIDE MONTH RATE🌈🌈

Registration is OPEN for the 2021 International LGBTQ Leaders Conference! John, our Pride Month registration rate for the 2021 International LGBTQ Leaders Conference is still available. But we’re almost halfway through the month, and this discounted rate won’t be around forever. Don’t…

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  Ruben J. Gonzales · [email protected]

June 4, 2021 at 6:00 PM

🌈🌈PRIDE MONTH RATE🌈🌈: Registration is OPEN for the 2021 International LGBTQ Leaders Conference!

Register during Pride and 💸💸save $175💸💸!! John, This is my favorite email of the year: registration is open for the 2021 International LGBTQ Leaders Conference! And this year, we’re trying something brand new: a hybrid conference! While we hope you can join us in-person at the JW Mar…

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  Ruben J. Gonzales · [email protected]

June 4, 2021 at 1:44 PM

Combatting anti-trans legislation (watch!)

Out leaders are taking on the bigots in the states... John, I recently joined Florida state Representative Michele Rayner, Kansas state Representative Stephanie Byers, Executive Director of Equality Texas Ricardo Martinez and Director of Advocacy & Civic Engagement of Equality Fe…

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  OUTPOWER · [email protected]

May 27, 2021 at 8:01 PM

Pride & Progress launches, LGBTQ caucuses formed and much more!

Representation is power. REPRESENTATION IS POWER U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin is holding the National Guard accountable after an expose revealed Guard units have been burying sexual harassment and assault allegations. U.S. Congresswoman Sharice Davids spoke with The Recast …

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  LGBTQ Victory Institute · [email protected]

May 26, 2021 at 4:58 PM

BREAKING from TX: "All anti-trans bills are dead this session!"

TX LGBTQ Caucus fights and wins. John, This is why we train LGBTQ people to run for office. Just one hour ago,  LGBTQ Texas state Representative Jessica González declared victory, saying: "All anti-trans bills are dead this session!" As anti-trans bill flooded the Texas state legi…

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  LGBTQ Victory Institute · [email protected]

May 24, 2021 at 2:01 PM

Tennessee’s horrific bills

The first bathroom bill in 5 years. John, It’s been one week since Tennessee’s governor signed a bill that requires businesses and government buildings to post signage if they allow trans people to use bathrooms that match their gender identity. And this isn’t the first anti-trans bi…

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  LGBTQ Victory Institute · [email protected]

May 22, 2021 at 2:01 PM

Remembering Harvey Milk’s legacy...

Because he had pride, we have progress. John, Today is Harvey Milk Day, an annual celebration of Harvey’s historic life. It’s a day to reflect and remember how far the LGBTQ community has come – and all the hard work that remains to be done. Harvey’s story is a key thread weaving t…

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  LGBTQ Victory Institute · [email protected]

May 17, 2021 at 4:06 PM

What they're up against (Tammy's message)

Our elected officials are standing up. Are you with them? John, Senator Baldwin is right! We must keep working to train and support out leaders who will fight for equality. If you agree, help Victory Institute keep working with a donation today! Like the Senator said, our elected off…

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  LGBTQ Victory Institute · [email protected]

May 13, 2021 at 6:41 PM

PRESIDENTIAL SURVEY: Biden's next 100 days!

Let us know: how is President Biden doing on LGBTQ issues? John, now that President Biden has passed the 100 Days mark, we want to know what you think: how is President Biden doing on LGBTQ issues? Let us know... During Biden's first 100 days, we've seen a lot of positive p…

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  LGBTQ Victory Institute · [email protected]

May 4, 2021 at 4:57 PM

“A STATE OF CRISIS”

Advocates warn of 'unprecedented' wave of anti-LGBTQ bills John, we’re incredibly alarmed by this headline from NBC Out: 'State of crisis': Advocates warn of 'unprecedented' wave of anti-LGBTQ bills Right now, hundreds of anti-LGBTQ bills – many of which target trans kids and health c…

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  LGBTQ Victory Institute · [email protected]

May 4, 2021 at 2:51 PM

The Twitter Transphobes are back!

And they’re still tweeting evil. John, we can deal with the hate mail. We're used to it! But when our out elected officials encounter this type of vitriol, it’s our job to defend them and correct the record. Will you make a donation to defend LGBTQ leaders from bigots and trolls like …

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  Mayor Annise Parker · [email protected]

April 30, 2021 at 4:00 PM

Launched: LGBTQ Political History Timeline, Pride & Progress!

A comprehensive timeline detailing LGBTQ political power John, I’m absolutely delighted to share our latest project with you. Pride & Progress: A history of LGBTQ political power in the United States and the LGBTQ Victory Hall of Fame, is now live! Click here to see highlights fr…

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  OUTPOWER · [email protected]

April 29, 2021 at 8:08 PM

LGBTQ leaders react to guilty verdict in Minneapolis, Pride & Progress, and much more!

Representation is power. BLACK LIVES MATTER After former Minneapolis Officer Derek Chauvin was found guilty as charged in the death of George Floyd, LGBTQ leaders reacted to the verdict. Vice President of the Minneapolis City Council Andrea Jenkins, who represents the dis…

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