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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  LGBTQ Victory Institute · [email protected]

October 25, 2021 at 5:01 PM

FWD: Have you voted for the 🌈Tammy Baldwin Breakthrough Award & Global Trailblazer Award?🌈

Who do you think should win? John, Have you voted yet for the 2021 winners of the Tammy Baldwin Breakthrough Award and Global Trailblazer Award? Don't worry - voting is still open, and you can still support your favorite LGBTQ leaders. Remember: the person with the most votes, wins!…

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  LGBTQ Victory Institute · [email protected]

October 21, 2021 at 2:00 PM

VOTE! Nominees for the 2021 🌈Tammy Baldwin Breakthrough Award & Global Trailblazer Award!🌈

Who do you think should win? John, it's true! It's time to vote for the 2021 winners of the Tammy Baldwin Breakthrough Award and the Global Trailblazer Award! Voting for both awards closes on Thursday, November 4th at 11:59pm PST, so make sure you cast your vote right away!! The Tam…

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  Mayor Annise Parker · [email protected]

October 19, 2021 at 6:01 PM

I invite you to join more than 600 LGBTI leaders from across the Americas...

There’s still time to register for free before the Conference begins. John, we’re just two days away from the 5th LGBTI Political Leaders of the Americas and the Caribbean Conference, and you haven’t registered yet! So I wanted to extend a personal invitation – and I hope you’ll join…

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

October 14, 2021 at 2:05 PM

One week away: 5th LGBTI Political Leaders of the Americas Conference!

There’s still time to register for free before the Conference begins. John, did you see our announcement below? Now, we’re only one week away from the 5th LGBTI Political Leaders of the Americas Conference. Have you registered (for free) and added a reminder to your calendar for Octo…

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

October 13, 2021 at 2:00 PM

School Board Bootcamps?

One out voice standing against extremism can make a huge difference. John, earlier this summer we sent you an update on the amazing work Fairfax County (VA) school board member Karl Frisch is doing to ensure LGBTQ kids are heard and accepted. But we have some bad news - anti-equality…

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  LGBTQ Victory Institute · [email protected]

October 12, 2021 at 3:13 PM

Final chance: nominate two LGBTQ leaders for the Tammy Baldwin Breakthrough Award & Global Trailblazer Award!

Who do you think should win? Have you submitted your nominees for the 2021 Tammy Baldwin Breakthrough Award and the Global Trailblazer Award, John? There's still time - but the submission deadline is this Friday! Let us know who you think deserves to win today!! The Tammy Baldwin Br…

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  Elliot Imse · [email protected]

October 11, 2021 at 2:00 PM

October 11: National Coming Out Day

There is so much to be proud of – and so much more work to be done John, Happy National Coming Out Day! Every year on October 11th, the LGBTQ community celebrates and supports LGBTQ people coming out of the closet. It is a day for proudly living your truth and celebrating LGBTQ freed…

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

October 8, 2021 at 3:46 PM

Correction: The erasure of Missouri’s LGBTQ history

Certain Missourians might not appreciate LGBTQ history... John, In our email yesterday discussing the great work of Missouri state Senator Greg Razer, we accidentally referred to him as the first LGBTQ state senator in Missouri. The history-maker who became the first LGBTQ state sen…

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

October 7, 2021 at 2:00 PM

The erasure of Missouri’s LGBTQ history

Certain Missourians might not appreciate LGBTQ history... John, Why don’t more people know about Missouri’s proud LGBTQ history? Because bigots in the state are still desperately trying to erase it from the public record. Early in September, an exhibit went up in the Missouri State …

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  LGBTQ Victory Institute · [email protected]

October 5, 2021 at 7:01 PM

🎉Call for nominees: Tammy Baldwin Breakthrough Award & Global Trailblazer Award !🎉

Who do you think should win? John, We're so excited – we are now accepting nominations for the 2021 Tammy Baldwin Breakthrough Award and the Global Trailblazer Award! Who do you think should win these prestigious awards? Name your nominees here!     The Tammy Baldwin Bre…

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

October 5, 2021 at 2:30 PM

NEW: speakers to share, agenda updates and more!

We’re just over three weeks away from the 5th LGBTI Political Leaders of the Americas Conference! John, We’re just over three weeks away from the 5th LGBTI Political Leaders of the Americas Conference, and we have lots of exciting updates to share with you. And don’t forget, this yea…

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  OUTPOWER · [email protected]

September 24, 2021 at 5:58 PM

10 years after DADT repealed and three more stories John should know

Representation is power. FOUR LGBTQ STORIES WORTH KNOWING 1. 10 YEARS SINCE "DON’T ASK DON’T TELL" REPEALED Ten years ago, the discriminatory military policy "Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell" (DADT) was repealed by U.S. President Barack Obama. President Joe Biden, who championed the…

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

September 16, 2021 at 6:26 PM

Undeterred, vocal, determined:

Today is Pennsylvania state Representative Brian Sims's birthday. John, Today is Pennsylvania state Representative Brian Sims's 43rd birthday (don't forget to sign his birthday card here!). We're taking some time today to celebrate Brian's countless achievements - and his undisputed …

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  Elliot Imse · [email protected]

September 14, 2021 at 2:01 PM

It’s almost Brian Sims's birthday! 🎂

To celebrate his birthday properly, we’re going to be sending him a birthday card from all of Victory Institute’s best supporters! John, Pennsylvania State Rep. Brian Sims's birthday is next Thursday! To celebrate his birthday properly, we’re going to be sending him a birthday card f…

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  Dan Gugliuzza · [email protected]

September 9, 2021 at 6:49 PM

Puppy dog eyes 🐶

If those eyes didn’t work, here’s the harsh truth: John, As the Database Manager, I’ve been carefully tracking our Dog Days of Summer Goal. We’re almost to our deadline but we’re still short of our goal. So I’m going to ask one more time for your help – and to convince you, I’m going…

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  Ruben & Sadie Rose · [email protected]

September 8, 2021 at 4:12 PM

A note from Sadie Rose 🐕

Anything to do with dogs must be good, right? John, My girl, Sadie Rose, heard Seth wrote to you about our Dog Days of Summer fundraising deadline – and Sadie insisted on being a part of it. I’m passing on a note from her below (she’s really smart and obviously very cute!):   …

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  Sarah Pope · [email protected]

September 7, 2021 at 7:32 PM

Meet the VCI Summer Class of 2021!

Our latest class will receive extensive complete rigorous in-person and virtual weekly leadership development and mentorship series, including virtual and hybrid placements in congressional offices! John, I am so excited to introduce you to the 2021 Fall Class of Victory Congressiona…

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  Seth Schermer · [email protected]

September 2, 2021 at 3:40 PM

Dog days of summer... (with pictures!)

This year has been anything but normal! We’re well into the dog days of summer, John. While the calendar tells me summer’s almost over, the heat certainly won’t be leaving anytime soon. These days are typically associated with the hottest days of the summer and a time of calamity (and…

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  OUTPOWER · [email protected]

August 27, 2021 at 1:16 PM

A new LGBTQ voice in Kansas, Pete & Chasten's good news, and more!

Representation is power. FIVE LGBTQ STORIES WORTH KNOWING 1. SAY HELLO! TO OUR VEFs AND VCF WHILE SAYING GOODBYE TO OUR VCIs Victory Institute announced our new class of Victory Empowerment Fellows (VEF)! You can learn more about the 2021 VEFs here. This fellowship is for …

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

August 19, 2021 at 2:31 PM

America’s first LGBTQ Afro-Latinx Congressman

From the Bronx to the Beltway, Ritchie Torres is making waves. John, Ritchie Torres is no stranger to shattering expectations. He knows that too few LGBTQ people of color hold political power – and they almost never hail from the Bronx. But if you learn one thing about Ritchie today,…

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  Mayor Annise Parker · [email protected]

August 13, 2021 at 4:11 PM

Remembering Jim Hormel

John, It is with deep sadness that I share this news with you: the trailblazing LGBTQ public servant Jim Hormel passed away last night. Jim is best know for being the first out LGBTQ ambassador in U.S. history, but he was also a strong philanthropic supporter of LGBTQ causes, includ…

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  Lucy Arthur-Paratley · [email protected]

August 11, 2021 at 2:23 PM

Our Boston Candidate & Campaign Training: ✅✅

A sneak peak at what our attendees were doing… John, Victory Institute’s Domestic Programs team just successfully executed our first in-person Candidate & Campaign Training (CCT) since the pandemic began – and it was great to be back. Our 26 LGBTQ attendees joined us in Boston t…

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

August 9, 2021 at 8:01 PM

“At the time, I was scared. I worried that my dreams and my identity were mutually exclusive.”

Today is Delaware state Senator Sarah McBride’s birthday. John, Today is Delaware state Senator Sarah McBride’s birthday. We’re asking our best supporters to sign on to Sarah’s card (you can sign it here!), but we also want to tell you a little more about how Sarah inspires us… Even…

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

August 6, 2021 at 6:58 PM

On the 56th anniversary of the Voting Rights Act...

Highlighting moments in the fight: John, today is the 56th anniversary of the Voting Rights Act of 1965. Almost six decades after this landmark bill was signed into law by President Johnson, too many Americans still lack access to the most basic of civil rights: the ability to easily …

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

August 5, 2021 at 2:17 PM

SIGN: 🎉Happy birthday🎉 Senator McBride!

Celebrating our first out trans state Senator! John, it's almost Delaware state Senator Sarah McBride's birthday! We can't wait to celebrate our first out trans state Senator. Will you sign Sarah's card and wish her a happy birthday?!     Sarah's historic 2020 campaign s…

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

August 4, 2021 at 5:47 PM

Why does your local school board matter? Here's two examples.

One out voice standing against extremism can make a huge difference. John, Why does your local school board matter? On a regular day, schoolboards might review the district's education budget or determine the district's goals and policies for the year. At first glance, these agenda …

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  Annise Parker · [email protected]

August 3, 2021 at 4:17 PM

Our 🌈🌑moonshot🌑🌈 effort:

We must elect 28,116 more LGBTQ people to achieve equitable representation. John, I wanted to make sure you saw Ruben's email from last week about our 2021 Out for America report. This statistic really struck me: we must elect 28,116 more LGBTQ people to achieve equitable representat…

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  OUTPOWER · [email protected]

July 29, 2021 at 1:22 PM

Check out Out for America, more historic moments from PAI, and more!

Representation is power. THE FOUR LGBTQ HEADLINES NOT TO MISS 1. OUT FOR AMERICA: A 17% INCREASE IN LGBTQ ELECTED OFFICIALS Victory Institute released our 2021 Out for America report, our annual look at the number and demographics of out LGBTQ elected officials in the Unit…

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