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LGBTQ+ Stories You Should Know About
Antwon Womack Secures His Seat on the Birmingham City Council
Victory Fund candidate Antwon Womack has officially won his court challenge in Alabama — clearing the way for him to take his seat on the Birmingham City Council [[link removed]] . This victory marks a historic moment for LGBTQ+ representation in the Deep South and a powerful reminder that equality and perseverance go hand in hand. History secured!
All Eyes on Virginia: Two Key Races to Watch This Year
Virginia’s House races are shaping up to be major bellwethers for what’s ahead in 2025 — and Victory Fund candidates are leading the charge.
Axios [[link removed]] highlights three reasons to keep a close eye on these races [[link removed]] , including Lindsey Dougherty ’s campaign to unseat an incumbent in one of the most competitive districts in the state [[link removed]] .
Meanwhile, incumbent Joshua Cole is hard at work protecting his seat, recently hitting the campaign trail with Secretary Pete Buttigieg to connect directly with voters [[link removed]] !
With so much at stake, learn more about all of our Virginia candidates here [[link removed]] !
JoAnna Mendoza Takes the Lead in AZ-06 with Innovative Grassroots Campaign
JoAnna Mendoza is gaining momentum in Arizona's 6th Congressional District race [[link removed]] , recently surpassing incumbent Juan Ciscomani in a new poll, with Mendoza leading at 42% to Ciscomani's 41%. [[link removed]]
A Marine Corps veteran and former veteran services representative, Mendoza is pioneering a new approach to campaigning by focusing on grassroots engagement and direct voter outreach [[link removed]] . Her campaign has outraised Ciscomani in recent fundraising efforts, reflecting growing support and enthusiasm among voters
Mendoza's leadership, shaped by her military service and commitment to her community, positions her as a strong contender to flip this pivotal seat in 2026 [[link removed]] .
Jolanda Jones Brings Personal Story to the Race for TX-18
In Texas’s 18th Congressional District, Jolanda Jones is bringing her trademark passion and authenticity to the campaign trail.
In a recent interview with Click2Houston [[link removed]] , Jones shared that she’s running “because my constituents asked me to. But also, because it’s personal.” [[link removed]] Her campaign is deeply rooted in lived experience — shaped by her father, a Vietnam veteran who struggled with PTSD and was failed by the very government meant to support him [[link removed]] .
Now, Jones is fighting to make sure no one else falls through the cracks. With early voting underway, she’s been out at polling places connecting directly with voters and reminding Texans that representation grounded in real life experience can change everything [[link removed]] .
Chris Pappas Enters New Phase of NH Senate Race with Strong Fundraising Momentum
Victory Fund candidate Chris Pappas is entering a new phase in his race for the U.S. Senate in New Hampshire [[link removed]] — now facing former Sen. John Sununu as his opponent [[link removed]] .
Despite the heightened competition, Pappas’ campaign is showing impressive strength: new reports indicate he raised more than $1.8 million in the third quarter and holds over $2.6 million in cash on hand [[link removed]] . As one of the most closely watched Senate races in the country, Pappas’s strong grassroots fundraising and record of service continue to energize voters across the Granite State [[link removed]] .
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