Albert Fujii · [email protected]

July 12, 2022 at 2:35 PM

Don’t mess with Texas (women)

“Texas AG willing to spearhead Supreme Court case to criminalize sodomy again” John, did you see this headline from LGBTQ Nation? Texas AG willing to spearhead Supreme Court case to criminalize sodomy again Ken Paxton has long supported sodomy bans, saying they're necessary for "publi…

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  LGBTQ Victory Institute · [email protected]

July 5, 2022 at 1:30 PM

Ron DeSantis ACTUALLY said this with a straight face.

It's absolutely outrageous. Ron DeSantis: “The state of Florida will not tolerate hatred towards the LGBTQ and Hispanic community of any kind, and together we stand united against terrorism and hate of any kind." We have to know: do you agree that Ron tolerates and perpetuates ha…

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  OUTPOWER · [email protected]

June 30, 2022 at 5:23 PM

Reactions to Roe, preparing for cases and more from LGBTQ politics!

John: read the latest updates from LGBTQ leaders. SEVEN LGBTQ STORIES WORTH KNOWING 1. LGBTQ Elected Officials Stand Up for Abortion Rights In the wake of the disastrous Supreme Court decision to overrule Roe v. Wade, LGBTQ elected officials across the country are using ev…

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  Mayor Annise Parker · [email protected]

June 24, 2022 at 3:52 PM

Roe v Wade overturned.

Our worst fears have come to pass. John, I’m sure you’ve heard the news – the United States Supreme Court has ruled on Dobbs v Jackson Women’s Health Organization. Our worst fears have come to pass: they have found Roe v. Wade unconstitutional. Numerous states across the country hav…

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  LGBTQ Victory Institute · [email protected]

June 14, 2022 at 1:15 PM

Happy Pride, Homophobes

Wish two of America’s most bigoted Senators a Happy Pride John, From harassing Adm. Rachel Levine during her historic confirmation hearing to supporting insurrectionists who stormed America’s Capitol, Senators Rand Paul and Josh Hawley have made their hostility to our community cryst…

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  Sarah LeDonne · [email protected]

June 6, 2022 at 2:01 PM

Update: pro-trans bills & protecting choice in the states

Our growing movement and legislative victories John: Last month, we announced that LGBTQ elected officials around the country are working to create safe-havens for trans kids and their families. And after the horrific draft opinion from the Supreme Court that would effectively disman…

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  OUTPOWER · [email protected]

May 26, 2022 at 8:51 PM

LGBTQ elected officials standing up for trans kids, new WOTW cohort and more!

John: read the latest updates from LGBTQ leaders. FOUR LGBTQ STORIES WORTH KNOWING 1. LGBTQ Lawmakers Unite to Protect Trans Kids With hundreds of anti-trans bills introduced in state legislatures this year, Victory Institute leveraged the collective power of our LGBTQ st…

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  Mayor Annise Parker · [email protected]

May 18, 2022 at 2:01 PM

John: I wanted to say thanks.

On my birthday, I like to look at the past year and reflect on all that’s been accomplished. John, I wanted to say a quick thank you for all the birthday wishes – you truly made my day special. On my birthday, I like to look at the past year and reflect on all that’s been accomplishe…

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  LGBTQ Victory Institute · [email protected]

May 17, 2022 at 2:05 PM

🖋️Sign the card: it's Mayor Parker's birthday!

Keep this email secret - it's a surprise!!   John, we're organizing a birthday surprise for our President & CEO, Mayor Annise Parker! Her birthday is TODAY, and we want to give her a card signed by our amazing supporters. Add your name and leave her a special birthday note! …

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  LGBTQ Victory Institute · [email protected]

May 11, 2022 at 3:45 PM

Stand with Rep. Stephanie Byers against transphobia!

This type of language can't be tolerated. John: transphobia has once again reared its ugly head in the Kansas state legislature. Not content to attempt to outlaw gender-affirming healthcare for trans kids, the co-sponsor of the horrific bill is now attacking out trans state Represent…

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  Elliot Imse · [email protected]

May 3, 2022 at 7:31 PM

Add your name: protect trans kids and their parents!

Our growing movement and legislative victories LGBTQ elected officials are introducing legislation that provides safe havens for trans kids, their families and reaffirms their identity. Become a citizen signer and let our LGBTQ elected officials and trans kids know you're standi…

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  OUTPOWER · [email protected]

April 28, 2022 at 1:50 PM

Meet the 2022 Bohnett Fellows, fighting back in Nebraska and Alabama and more!

John: read the latest updates from LGBTQ leaders. SEVEN LGBTQ STORIES WORTH KNOWING 1. For State Rep. Neil Rafferty, It’s Personal Earlier this month, the Alabama state legislature passed a bill which is one of the most restrictive, anti-trans bills in the country. This bi…

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  Mateo de la Torre · [email protected]

April 21, 2022 at 1:01 PM

On the ground: mobilizing in Mexico City

“Wow, all these people care about me?" Big news to share, John: my team and I recently traveled to Mexico City to join our local partner YAAJ México for Trans Day of Visibility! We also coordinated with our partners at the Global Equality Caucus for their launch event in Mexico City, …

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  Mayor Annise Parker · [email protected]

April 15, 2022 at 7:09 PM

Goodbye to Ruben (and an announcement)

I have bittersweet news to share with you: today is Ruben J. Gonzales last day as the Executive Director of LGBTQ Victory Institute. John, I have bittersweet news to share with you: today is Ruben J. Gonzales’ last day as the Executive Director of LGBTQ Victory Institute. On Monday, …

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  Elliot Imse · [email protected]

April 2, 2022 at 10:00 PM

Battling anti-trans legislation: "We keep showing up because we have to."

Why Rep. Stephanie Byers keeps fighting. John, When you think of a state like Kansas, you may think politics are controlled by politicians like the Koch Brothers - and whatever views they hold. But over the last couple years, sections of the state have been electing LGBTQ voices. An…

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  Ruben J. Gonzales · [email protected]

April 2, 2022 at 7:00 PM

Mayor Robert Garcia crafted a national model to stop COVID-19

How one mayor found himself preparing to take on the new challenge. John, Now, we don’t mean to remind you of the earliest days of the COVID-19 pandemic. But just two short years ago, Americans were beginning to realize our short, two-week lockdown might last a little longer. The d…

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  Elliot Imse · [email protected]

April 2, 2022 at 5:01 PM

WATCH: Rep. Park Cannon's fight for free PrEP

She ran because she didn’t see queer elected officials like her in office. John, Last year, as Governor Brian Kemp signed an egregious voting restrictions bill in front of Fox News cameras, Georgia state Representative Park Cannon attempted to access the meeting and keep notes – all …

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  Ruben J. Gonzales · [email protected]

April 2, 2022 at 3:00 PM

Successfully banning hair discrimination in Illinois

No child should be belittled for their hair style. John, Happy National Out to Win Day! Each year on April 2nd, Victory Institute calls for more LGBTQ people to consider exploring their own run for office. Through our website - outtowin.org - you'll find resources on why LGBTQ elect…

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  LGBTQ Victory Institute · [email protected]

March 31, 2022 at 6:25 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 International Transgender Day of Visibility, we wanted to share three quotes from trans lawmakers on the frontlines in the fight for equality. They capture not only why so many trans people are c…

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  OUTPOWER · [email protected]

March 29, 2022 at 7:32 PM

Admiral Rachel Levine & Keturah Herron named Women of the Year, anti-LGBTQ legislation sweeping the nation and more

John: read the latest updates from LGBTQ leaders. FOUR LGBTQ STORIES WORTH KNOWING 1. Anti-LGBTQ Policies Moving Forward Around the U.S. Earlier this month, Texas Governor Greg Abbott attempted to criminalize parents of trans kids as ‘child abusers’ when seeking life-savin…

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  Ruben J. Gonzales · [email protected]

March 17, 2022 at 2:00 PM

12% of voters changed their minds. Here’s why:

Results like this show that we must find, train and support more trans leaders who are willing to jump into the political arena John, I wanted to make sure you saw our email about Danica’s enormous impact in office. And I wanted to ask: will you make a generous donation to boost our …

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  Adri Perez · [email protected]

March 15, 2022 at 2:21 PM

From the frontlines in Texas...

Abbott’s directive doesn’t just terrorize LGBTQI+ families within our state, it sets a dangerous precedent for transgender rights nationwide. John, I’m writing to you from Texas, where we’re on the front lines fighting against the latest attempt to strip trans kids of their dignity. …

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

March 14, 2022 at 6:35 PM

🌈LGBTQ representation🌈 has TRIPLED in the Colombian Congress!

This year, 24 out LGBTQ people ran for office, a 50% increase from 2018! John, Fantastic news from the Colombian elections yesterday: LGBTQ representation has TRIPLED in the Colombian Congress! We're so pleased to share that incumbent LGBTQ candidate Angélica Lozano won reelection an…

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

March 10, 2022 at 4:06 PM

12% of voters changed their minds. Here’s why:

Results like this show that we must find, train and support more trans leaders who are willing to jump into the political arena John, One thing we know for sure: Danica Roem is a transformative elected official. Not only for the work she’s doing to further equality – and she’s doing …

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  Elliot Imse · [email protected]

March 5, 2022 at 4:00 PM

Are you with President Biden and trans kids?

This legislation is just wrong - do you agree?   John, did you see the State of the Union on Tuesday night? President Biden issued a strong statement against the hateful bills targeting trans youth in state legislatures. But we want to know: do you agree with President Biden? Ad…

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  LGBTQ Victory Institute · [email protected]

February 28, 2022 at 4:46 PM

A long way to go...

America has never elected an LGBTQ Black governor or U.S. Senator.   John, As Black History Month comes to a close, we're once again thinking of the out LGBTQ Black elected officials whose courage and sacrifice led to groundbreaking victories. And we have one more name to add t…

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  OUTPOWER · [email protected]

February 24, 2022 at 7:56 PM

'Don't Say Gay' and other anti-equality bills sweep U.S., a new historic Ambassador and more!

Representation is power. FIVE LGBTQ STORIES WORTH KNOWING 1. ANTI-EQUALITY LEGISLATION SWEEPING THE STATES A new year, a new slate of coordinated anti-LGBTQ legislation in the state legislatures. Most of the bills target access to gender-affirming healthcare for LGBTQ kids…

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  LGBTQ Victory Institute · [email protected]

February 15, 2022 at 5:47 PM

The many titles of Sen. Pat Spearman

Politician. Ordained Minister. Former U.S. Army Lieutenant Colonel. Member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority. Co-Majority Whip of the Nevada state Senate John, Politician. Ordained Minister. Former U.S. Army Lieutenant Colonel. Member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority. Co-Majority Whip of th…

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  LGBTQ Victory Institute · [email protected]

February 1, 2022 at 5:48 PM

Celebrating Black LGBTQ History

Happy Black History Month! John, Happy Black History Month! This month, we'll be highlighting the phenomenal Black LGBTQ leaders who paved the way. But there's still so much history to make. Today, there are just 100 out LGBTQ Black officials in the entire country. Black people and …

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  Sarah Pope · [email protected]

January 31, 2022 at 9:53 PM

They're headed to the Hill (meet our Spring VCIs)!

Meet the VCIs and learn more about this essential program! John, I am so excited to introduce you to the 2022 Spring Class of Victory Congressional Interns (VCIs)! Meet the Spring 2022 VCI Class here:     Our latest class will receive extensive and rigorous in-person lead…

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  LGBTQ Victory Institute · [email protected]

January 29, 2022 at 4:00 PM

Despite death threats and intimidation...

Aldo Dávila refuses to stop campaigning for justice. John, Last November, Victory Institute was honored to present Guatemalan Congressman Aldo Dávila with the 2021 Global Trailblazer Award. This award honors the service and perseverance of an international LGBTQ elected official who…

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  OUTPOWER · [email protected]

January 27, 2022 at 10:00 PM

Historic swearing-ins, President Biden's first year, and more!

Representation is power. SIX LGBTQ STORIES WORTH KNOWING 1. HISTORIC SWEARING-IN CEREMONIES, OVER 1,000 LGBTQ ELECTEDS SERVING! A new year means one thing: a new class of LGBTQ elected officials have officially been sworn into office! And for the first time in American his…

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  Ruben Gonzales, LGBTQ Victory Institute · [email protected]

January 26, 2022 at 9:37 PM

Nominate an LGBTQ Black Woman to the Supreme Court

Justice Breyer was a champion of equality during his nearly three-decade career on the bench and replacing him with an LGBTQ Black woman justice would be a powerful way to carry on his legacy. John, I doubt I’m the first to share this with you, but U.S. Supreme Court Justice Stephen…

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  LGBTQ Victory Institute · [email protected]

January 12, 2022 at 5:03 PM

Andrea Jenkins’ latest historic first:

On Monday, she was elected by her peers to serve as the first openly transgender official in the United States to lead a city council! John, Andrea Jenkins has made history once again! On Monday, she was elected by her peers to serve as Minneapolis City Council President -- the first…

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  LGBTQ Victory Institute · [email protected]

January 1, 2022 at 3:30 PM

Happy New Year from LGBTQ Victory Institute!

See what Tammy, Adam, Rachel and Alheli said... John, Despite having a difficult year in 2021, we’re so hopeful for the new year. That’s thanks to our amazing LGBTQ elected officials… and you! Thanks to your incredible support, LGBTQ elected officials had a fantastic year and our f…

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  U.S. Rep. Adam Schiff · [email protected]

December 31, 2021 at 6:03 PM

FWD: In memory of my friend, Christopher Hoven

We’ve seen what happens when LGBTQ voices aren’t included in the conversation Hey John, I wanted to follow up on my previous email. I’m pleased to share that the LGBTQ Victory Institute’s end-of-year goal of raising $10,000 for the Christopher Hoven Memorial Fund is just within reach…

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  OUTPOWER · [email protected]

December 30, 2021 at 3:30 PM

John: 2021 International LGBTQ Leaders Conference Roundup and more!

Representation is power. FIVE LGBTQ STORIES WORTH KNOWING 1. 2021 INTERNATIONAL LGBTQ LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE ROUNDUP Another amazing International LGBTQ Leadership Conference is officially complete! Thank you so much to everyone who joined us in Washington, DC and virtually…

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  Sarah Pope · [email protected]

December 29, 2021 at 3:03 PM

Impact of your donations to the Christopher Hoven Memorial Fund:

U.S. State Representative Adam Schiff recently email you to ask for your support… John, U.S. State Representative Adam Schiff recently emailed you to ask for your support – and so many of you stepped up and donated to the Christopher Hoven Memorial Fund! This essential fund ensures …

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  Ruben J. Gonzales · [email protected]

December 27, 2021 at 2:20 PM

Our 2021 report card

What a year it was! John, 2021 is quickly drawing to a close and I wanted to keep you updated on all we’ve achieved this year. This was a tough year for the pro-equality movement as our elected officials faced down an onslaught of anti-LGBTQ legislation in state legislatures, city c…

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  Michael Fuller · [email protected]

December 21, 2021 at 2:15 PM

Not enough of us (yet)

I’ve spent my career ensuring that LGBTQ people have access. John, I’ve spent my career ensuring that LGBTQ people have access to board rooms, meeting rooms and to the halls of political power. And now, I’m so proud to continue this essential fight as the new Board Chair of LGBTQ Vic…

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  LGBTQ Victory Institute · [email protected]

December 15, 2021 at 3:43 PM

Quotes from the Conference:

See what Tammy, Adam, Rachel and Alheli said... John, just over two weeks ago, we wrapped up the 2021 International Leaders Conference - and what an amazing conference it was! We heard from LGBTQ leaders and allies from around the globe about their continuing fight for equality, how …

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  U.S. Rep. Adam Schiff · [email protected]

December 13, 2021 at 3:05 PM

In memory of my friend, Christopher Hoven

We’ve seen what happens when LGBTQ voices aren’t included in the conversation John, I wanted to email you a personal request. Just two short weeks ago at the International LGBTQ Leaders Conference, I was presented with the 2021 Congressional Ally Award from LGBTQ Victory Institute. …

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  LGBTQ Victory Institute · [email protected]

December 2, 2021 at 8:02 PM

NEW offer from Victory Institute: 1 day Conference pass!

It's not too late to join the International LGBTQ Leadership Conference! Hey John, Looking for something fun to do this weekend? We've got the perfect thing: attend one day of the 2021 International LGBTQ Leaders Conference! We're offering a day pass to our most dedicated supporter…

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  Elliot Imse · [email protected]

November 30, 2021 at 7:31 PM

GIVING TUESDAY DEADLINE

We’ve seen what happens when LGBTQ voices aren’t included in the conversation John, we’re only a couple hours away from the end of Giving Tuesday – but we’re still $3,250 short of our Giving Tuesday goal! Will you make a tax-deductible gift for Victory Institute’s essential work befor…

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  LGBTQ Victory Institute · [email protected]

November 26, 2021 at 6:30 PM

Done with Black Friday shopping?

Consider adding Victory Institute to your holiday gift list! John, Hope you’re having a safe and restful holiday weekend! As you finish searching for Black Friday deals, consider adding Victory Institute to your holiday gift list. After all, it’s almost Giving Tuesday – and unlike th…

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  OUTPOWER · [email protected]

November 24, 2021 at 4:48 PM

1,000 Out LGBTQ Elected Officials, the last Victory Hall of Fame inductees and more!

Representation is power. FIVE LGBTQ STORIES WORTH KNOWING 1. THE LATEST LGBTQ VICTORY HALL OF FAME INDUCTEES Earlier this year, Victory Institute announced the launch of the LGBTQ Victory Hall of Fame and inducted 20 former LGBTQ elected officials, appointed officials and …

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  Sarah Pope · [email protected]

November 23, 2021 at 6:36 PM

John: only 5 Black out trans elected officials serving...

Did you see this headline from The 19th? John, did you see this headline from The 19th? The U.S. still has only 5 Black trans elected officials after November 2 This is an horrifically low number - especially as a new slate of anti-trans bills sweep the country. It is absolutely imper…

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  LGBTQ Victory Institute · [email protected]

November 8, 2021 at 7:21 PM

🎉And the winners are.... 🎉(for the Tammy Baldwin Breakthrough Award and Global Trailblazer Award)!🎉

You voted for your favorites and now... John, You nominated a slate of amazing LGBTQ leaders from around the world for the 2021 Tammy Baldwin Breakthrough Award and the Global Trailblazer Award - and you voted for the leaders you most wanted to win. We had over 16,000 people vote! …

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  Ruben J. Gonzales · [email protected]

November 5, 2021 at 4:09 PM

NEW speakers and last chance to save: 🍂Special Fall Rate LEAVES today! 🍂

The International LGBTQ Leaders Conference is right around the corner! John, We don't want to give you a fright (although it is just after Halloween). But head's up: our Special Fall Rate ends at midnight tonight! There's still time to register and save $100 on your 2021 Internation…

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  OUTPOWER · [email protected]

October 28, 2021 at 9:32 PM

Pete vs. Tucker and six more stories John should know!

Representation is power. SEVEN LGBTQ STORIES WORTH KNOWING 1. HONORING LGBTQ HISTORY October is LGBTQ History Month, and we celebrated in style! We added dozens of stories and posts to Pride and Progress, the only comprehensive timeline covering LGBTQ political history. Sc…

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