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Welcome to OutPower , a monthly update on the impact of LGBTQ leaders from the U.S. and around the world. You'll also get an update on all of Victory Institute's programs, conferences, trainings and more. We like to keep busy.
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RESPONSES TO THE PANDEMIC
Disclaimer: the situation around the COVID-19 pandemic remains in flux and the below represents a small sample of available information. We urge you to follow the advice of official sources like the CDC, WHO and your local health officials for pertinent health information and medical updates.
U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin introduced legislation mandating paid sick leave [[link removed]] in response to COVID-19.
U.S. Senator Kyrsten Sinema called on Arizona’s Governor to take more aggressive measures to stop the spread of the pandemic. [[link removed]]
Colorado Governor Jared Polis issued a mandatory 'stay at home' order for all Colorado residents. [[link removed]]
Governor Kate Brown recently issued a ‘stay-at-home’ order, effectively closing non-essential business in Oregon. [[link removed]]
U.S. Congresswoman Sharice Davids called out the Trump Administration for their decision to limit COVID-19 testing. [[link removed]]
U.S. Congresswoman Angie Craig held a townhall with local health officials, allowing constituents to answer questions virtually. [[link removed]]
U.S. Congressman Chris Pappas honored the ten-year anniversary of the Affordable Care Act and urged the Health and Human Services Secretary to expand the enrollment period during the COVID-19 pandemic [[link removed]] .
U.S. Congressman Mark Pocan held a Facebook Live Town Hall for constituents to submit questions [[link removed]] .
Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot struck a deal with businesses to house COVID-19 patients [[link removed]] .
Seattle Mayor Jenny Durkan issued a rally-cry to all mayors, urging them to take quick action around COVID-19. [[link removed]]
In an exciting piece of non-COVID-19 news, a short film highlighting state Representative Neil Rafferty ’s historic campaign is being shown at the Tribeca Film Festival [[link removed]] .
HISTORY IS FULL OF QUEER WOMEN
Each March, we celebrate the countless contributions of our amazing LGBTQ women and the enormous impact they've had on LGBTQ and political history. Want to learn a little more about their countless contributions and honor their legacies? Check out our LGBTQ Women's Political History Timeline here! [[link removed]]
DON'T GET MAD, GET ELECTED
LGBTQ people face barriers to serving in public office. For LGBTQ people of color and transgender people, the bar is even higher. The Victory Empowerment Fellowship aims to inspire and train a new generation of diverse LGBTQ people and encourage them to seek public leadership roles. These leaders go on to change the face of politics. Apply today! [[link removed]]
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Don't forget: Thursday April 2nd is National Out to Win Day! On April 2, 1974, Kathy Kozachencko became the first openly LGBTQ candidate to win election in the US when she won a city council seat in Ann Arbor City, Michigan. Now, we're asking members of the LGBTQ community to step up as she did and take the pledge to run for public office! Learn more at OuttoWin.org. [[link removed]]
Not quite sure if you're ready to run? Learn from our elected officials on their journey to public office. Join U.S. Congresswoman Sharice Davids, Maryland state Delegate Gabriel Acevero, Fairfax County School Board Member Karl Frisch and Victory Institute CEO Mayor Annise Parker on their historic elections.
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LGBTQ Victory Institute is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization. Contributions or gifts to LGBTQ Victory Institute are tax-deductible to the fullest extent of the law.
Victory Institute is only national organization dedicated to elevating openly LGBTQ leaders who can further equality at all levels of government. Through our training and professional development programs, each year Victory Institute assists hundreds of individuals who go on to influential careers in politics, government, business and advocacy. Many of our trainees join the more than 1,000 openly LGBTQ elected and appointed officials now serving around the world.
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