Hey John – we’ve made LGBTQ history in Ohio!

N.J. Akbar won his race for Akron Board of Education this evening, becoming the first openly LGBTQ Muslim elected in Ohio’s history! This is a huge step forward for Ohio and ensures Akron’s LGBTQ students and community will have an LGBTQ voice advocating on their behalf.

N.J. is now one of the few out LGBTQ Muslim elected officials in the nation – and his election tonight will be an inspiration to other diverse LGBTQ people considering a run for office in Ohio and across the nation.

But we’ve got more work to do. The 2020 cycle OFFICIALLY starts now. With LGBTQ candidates running for everything from U.S. president to local school boards, we must begin mobilizing on behalf our candidates immediately. Donate now so we can help our 2020 LGBTQ candidates get off to a strong start.

Thanks again for your support –

Sean Meloy

Senior Political Director, LGBTQ Victory Fund