Happy Pride Month, team!

Together, we are working toward creating a society where everyone is treated with dignity, respect, and equality — no matter their identity or who they love. And in the spirit of this Pride Month, it's crucial we recommit ourselves to defending the rights of all LGBTQ+ Americans.

Since a Republican-led state legislature in Florida passed a discriminatory "Don't Say Gay'' bill last year, many new copy-cat bills have followed, including state legislatures introducing a record 540+ anti-LGBTQ+ bills — with over 220 bills specifically targeting transgender and non-binary people. Already, 45 anti-LGBTQ+ laws have been enacted so far this year.

I want to make one thing perfectly clear, team: I stand firmly against these hateful and terrible laws and actions, and I know that you share my conviction. These attempts to silence and marginalize the LGBTQ+ community are not isolated incidents; they are attacks on the progress we have fought so hard to achieve.

We need to call attention to these ongoing attacks on the LGBTQ+ community. We can't allow bigotry and discrimination to tarnish the principles of equality and justice that our nation was built upon.

This Pride Month, I am honored to continue fighting alongside the LGBTQ+ community and allies, not only in June — but every single day. It is our collective responsibility to ensure that the rights and safety of ALL Americans are protected, regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity.

I hope you'll join me in demonstrating your solidarity with the LGBTQ+ community by sending a powerful message to those who seek to undermine the progress we have made. Sign our petition today. Together, we will amplify our voices and push for meaningful change.
 

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I know with your voice in this movement, we can build a future where love, acceptance, and equality are not only celebrated but protected.

With gratitude and determination,

Derek

 

 

Derek Kilmer is leading the efforts to reform our democracy and break through the partisan gridlock so that Congress works for the people. Chip in today to support his grassroots campaign.

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