Itay Balely, LGBTQ+ Victory Institute · [email protected]

February 11, 2025 at 9:51 PM

Your Campaign Journey Starts Here 🌈

Are you ready to make a difference in your community?   John, Are you ready to make a difference in your community? Your local school board or city council has a direct impact on the issues that matter most to our daily lives—whether it's ensuring every child has access to a qua…

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  LGBTQ+ Victory Institute · [email protected]

February 6, 2025 at 2:01 PM

Celebrate this huge victory for LGBTQ+ Michiganders! 🌈

Rep. Noah Arbit just made history—let’s tell him congrats! 🎉 John, Michigan’s hate crime law now includes protections for sexual orientation and gender identity—thanks to the leadership of State Rep. Noah Arbit. Rep. Arbit, the youngest LGBTQ+ person ever elected to the Michiga…

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  Orie Givens, LGBTQ+ Victory Institute · [email protected]

February 4, 2025 at 2:20 PM

"Transgenderism" isn’t a thing, but transphobia is

They twist words and gaslight our nation   John, President Trump and his Administration wants you to believe that the “woke mind virus” is causing widespread “transgenderism” and that DEI is the enemy. They’re using word salads and conservative talking points to target trans peo…

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  Alhelí Partida, LGBTQ+ Victory Institute · [email protected]

February 3, 2025 at 2:31 PM

What my team and I have built (with your support)

In the last four years...   John, you’ve been hearing from Mayor Annise Parker and Elliot Imse about the Trump Administration cutting federal funding for global programs. But I wanted to talk to you about my team – and the hard work we’ve put in to grow and protect equality. …

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  Orie Givens, LGBTQ+ Victory Institute · [email protected]

February 1, 2025 at 2:01 PM

Celebrating Our 2024 Black LGBTQ+ History Makers

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 over 135 out LGBTQ+ Black officials in the entire country. Bla…

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  Elliot Imse, LGBTQ+ Victory Institute · [email protected]

January 31, 2025 at 6:35 PM

Division and disorder are the point

We cannot be divided, and we will not be distracted.   John, I want to make sure you saw Mayor Parker’s message from yesterday. And as the Executive Director of Victory Institute, I want to assure you: this is not hyperbole, it is not a drill. We are facing a massive spending f…

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  OUTPOWER · [email protected]

January 31, 2025 at 1:16 AM

Federal aid freeze, anti-trans bills (BUT - there's also good news!)

The fight for equality continues. LGBTQ+ Stories You Should Know About Foreign Grant Funding Alert: This past weekend, under President Trump’s executive order, the State Department and USAID issued unprecedented suspensions on nearly all existing foreign assistance grants – inclu…

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  Mayor Annise Parker, LGBTQ+ Victory Institute · [email protected]

January 30, 2025 at 6:18 PM

URGENT: Spending Freeze, Program Halt

We must send a a clear message: we will not be erased.   John, We are living in tumultuous times. In just ten days, decades of progress for LGBTQ+ people, people of color, people living with disabilities, and more are under attack. It is clear from the past ten days the promise…

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  LGBTQ+ Victory Fund · [email protected]

January 30, 2025 at 2:27 PM

Meet our latest 2025 endorsements! 🎊

Our first endorsements of 2025! John: 2025 is finally here. And we're celebrating this exciting election year the only way we know how: a new slate of endorsements! This might be an odd-year election cycle, but we are not taking a break. As you can see below, we're getting ready…

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  Itay Balely, LGBTQ+ Victory Institute · [email protected]

January 20, 2025 at 6:01 PM

The urgent need for LGBTQ+ voices in the halls of power.

And even better? All of these events are free. 😉 John, Today, as we watch Donald Trump take office, we know these things remain true. No matter who holds the Presidency, committing to public service is a powerful act. Our elected leaders create change in our communities and shap…

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  Sean Meloy, LGBTQ+ Victory Fund · [email protected]

January 20, 2025 at 6:01 PM

Special elections are coming 👀👀

And while this is not the outcome we wanted, it does mean that many will be leaving their current positions to take on new roles in the administration. John, It's official: Donald Trump is being sworn in as President of the United States. And while this is not the outcome we wa…

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  LGBTQ+ Victory Institute · [email protected]

January 20, 2025 at 2:00 PM

"A genuine civilization struggling to be born."

Happy Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Just a few weeks ago, America watched the clock tick down and a new year arrived. We were ready to say goodbye to 2024: a year marked racist violence, economic upheaval and an exhausting 24-hour news cycle, where many people in positions of power…

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January 19, 2025 at 3:01 PM

Celebrating the LGBTQ+ civil servants in the Biden-Harris Administration

LGBTQ+ representation in federal appointments reached historic levels! John, Victory Institute’s Political Appointments Program - which was renamed in 2024 as David Mixner Political Appointments Program - has seen numerous successes over the decades. But during the Biden-Harr…

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  Elliot Imse, LGBTQ+ Victory Institute · [email protected]

January 16, 2025 at 2:00 PM

420 LGBTQ+ leaders in 12 different countries

Shattering 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈 ceilings around the globe Last year, we reached incredible milestones. Victory Institute's team trained, supported and empowered over 420 LGBTQ+ leaders in 12 different countries! And this year, we're working overtime to ensure we keep traveling, keep trainin…

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  Sean Meloy, LGBTQ+ Victory Fund · [email protected]

January 9, 2025 at 5:59 PM

breaking 📰: our latest endorsements are LIVE! 🎊

Our first endorsements of 2025! John: 2025 is finally here. And we're celebrating this exciting election year the only way we know how: a new slate of endorsements! This might be an "off-year" election cycle, but we are not taking a break. As you can see below, we're getting rea…

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  LGBTQ+ Victory Institute · [email protected]

January 7, 2025 at 3:01 PM

your 2025 priorities 📝

Are you in? John, LGBTQ+ elected officials are being sworn into office across the country! But before they get to work, we want to know: what are your legislative priorities for 2025? Let us know what you want to see from our LGBTQ+ elected officials here. ➡️ LET US KNOW ⬅️ …

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  LGBTQ+ Victory Institute · [email protected]

January 3, 2025 at 3:01 PM

Going.... Going.... almost gone!

Grab yours today! We're running out of our exclusive "Don't Get Mad, Get Elected" t-shirts. But I'm looking at the list, and I don't see your name, John. We're accepting orders until January 7th - donate $35 or more to make sure you get your exclusive "Don't Get Mad, Get Elected…

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  LGBTQ+ Victory Institute · [email protected]

January 1, 2025 at 3:01 PM

From Arkansas to Peru, we’re thankful for you!

Thank you so much for your generous support this year. Have a safe and wonderful New Year. John, From Arkansas to Peru, we’re thankful for you! Thank you so much for your generous support this year. Have a safe and wonderful New Year. Happy holidays from the Victory Institu…

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  Itay Balely, LGBTQ+ Victory Institute · [email protected]

December 30, 2024 at 2:02 PM

The 2025 🌈Rainbow🌈 Wave?

This is how it starts. John, In a minute, I'm going to ask you to make a donation to support LGBTQ+ Victory Institute's Candidate & Campaign Trainings (CCTs) and training programs. But before I do, I want to explain why we need your support before the year ends tomorrow (if…

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  LGBTQ+ Victory Institute · [email protected]

December 26, 2024 at 2:01 PM

FWD: Show your pride - with our 🌈Don't Get Mad, Get Elected!🌈 t-shirt!

Grab yours today! John: So many of you reached out to ask if our exclusive "Don't Get Mad, Get Elected" t-shirts are still available. And we have great news –  they are! Donate $35 or more to get your free "Don't Get Mad, Get Elected" t-shirt today! DONATE $35 OR MORE …

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  Itay Balely, LGBTQ+ Victory Institute · [email protected]

December 19, 2024 at 2:36 PM

How our trainees faired on Election Day...

A proven record of success! John, this year Victory Institute trained 254 people to run for public office or to work for an LGBTQ+ campaign. We hosted trainings across the country! I’m excited to share how our trainees faired on Election Day… If you've saved your payment…

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  OUTPOWER · [email protected]

December 17, 2024 at 11:04 PM

Recap of the 2024 International LGBTQ+ Leaders Conference, new leadership roles and more!

The fight for equality continues. LGBTQ+ Stories You Should Know About The 2024 International LGBTQ+ Leaders Conference The Victory Institute team wrapped up another fantastic International LGBTQ+ Leaders Conference this month! More than 800 LGBTQ+ leaders, candidates, elected of…

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  LGBTQ+ Victory Institute · [email protected]

December 15, 2024 at 4:01 PM

Don't Get Mad, Get Elected (t-shirts!)

Grab yours today! John: So many of you reached out to ask if our exclusive "Don't Get Mad, Get Elected" t-shirts are still available. And we have great news –  they are! Donate $35 or more to get your free "Don't Get Mad, Get Elected" t-shirt today! DONATE $35 OR MORE …

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  Elliot Imse, LGBTQ+ Victory Institute · [email protected]

December 11, 2024 at 10:31 PM

End 2024 with Impact: Invest in the Future of LGBTQ+ Leadership

We want to reach out once more before this day is over and express our gratitude for a year of incredible progress and meaningful victories... Dear John, We want to reach out once more before this day is over and express our gratitude for a year of incredible progress and meanin…

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  Mayor Annise Parker, LGBTQ+ Victory Institute · [email protected]

December 11, 2024 at 5:20 PM

Looking Toward Tomorrow with Mayor Annise Parker

2024 is coming to a close, and what a year it has been! Dear John, 2024 is coming to a close, and what a year it has been! Together, we have experienced incredible milestones and worked toward growing the LGBTQ+ leadership pipeline so that our voices, and our community, will al…

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  Elliot Imse, LGBTQ+ Victory Institute · [email protected]

December 7, 2024 at 2:02 PM

Add your name: Congratulations to the '24 LGBTQ+ Political Hall of Fame inductees!

Judge John Arrowood, Claudia López and Danica Roem! John: Today, LGBTQ+ Victory Institute will induct North Carolina State Court of Appeals Judge John Arrowood; former mayor of Bogotá, Colombia, Claudia López; and Virginia State Senator Danica Roem into the LGBTQ+ Political Hall…

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  Mel Harris, LGBTQ+ Victory Institute · [email protected]

December 3, 2024 at 4:13 PM

Giving Tuesday | Protecting our Pipelines with LGBTQ+ Victory Institute

Programs that create pipelines for tomorrow's possibility models This GIVING TUESDAY, your organization can help LGBTQ+ Victory Institute surpass our $250,000 goal by the end of the day! John, As we celebrate 40 years of  leadership development, trainings and convenings, we …

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  LGBTQ+ Victory Institute · [email protected]

December 3, 2024 at 2:05 PM

42% of voters changed their minds. Here’s why:

What happens when Danica is in the room... John, One thing we know for sure: Danica Roem is a transformative elected official. Not only because of the work she’s doing to further equality – and she’s doing plenty of that! – but because she’s changing hearts and minds in her dis…

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  Elliot Imse, LGBTQ+ Victory Institute · [email protected]

November 26, 2024 at 7:49 PM

Our 2024 LGBTQ+ Political Hall of Fame Inductees!

Judge John Arrowood, Claudia López and Danica Roem! John: In 2021, Victory Institute announced the launch of the LGBTQ+ Political Hall of Fame, aimed at honoring the LGBTQ+ elected officials, appointed officials and candidates who made significant contributions to advancing LGBT…

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  LGBTQ+ Victory Institute · [email protected]

November 26, 2024 at 3:34 PM

Dr. Rachel Levine & Sarah McBride

Our historic LGBTQ+ officials are under attack on Capitol Hill! John, Our historic LGBTQ+ officials are under attack on Capitol Hill. Congresswoman-elect Sarah McBride, the first out trans person to join Congress, is facing a barrage of anti-trans hate and hysteria over somethin…

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  Sarah Pope, LGBTQ+ Victory Institute · [email protected]

November 21, 2024 at 6:31 PM

📢Check it out: the latest speaker announcements are here!📢

The 2024 International LGBTQ+ Leaders Conference is SO SOON! John, I'm so excited to share we're announcing a new group of speakers for the International LGBTQ+ Leaders Conference! Peruvian Congresswoman Susel Paredes, Virginia Delegate Rozia Henson, Mississippi State Represe…

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  LGBTQ+ Victory Institute · [email protected]

November 20, 2024 at 2:15 PM

426 lives lost: Transgender Day of Remembrance 2024

an "epidemic". John, Each year on Transgender Day of Remembrance, we pause to remember, honor and mourn the lives of transgender people lost to violence in the last year. In 2024 alone, at least 426 transgender and gender non-conforming individuals have been lost, the majority d…

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  Itay Balely, LGBTQ+ Victory Institute · [email protected]

November 14, 2024 at 3:01 PM

Get mad. Get trained. Get elected.

🚨 FREE🚨 one-day Candidate & Campaign 101 Training in Washington, DC! John, If you're still processing the 2024 election results like we are, consider this: Get mad. Get trained. And then, get elected. We need all LGBTQ+ people to get involved with politics ASAP, and we have …

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  Elliot Imse, LGBTQ+ Victory Institute · [email protected]

November 7, 2024 at 6:38 PM

Add your name: we will move forward.

Together with 70 other LGBTQIA2S+ organizations... John, I wanted to share a letter LGBTQ+ Victory Institute has co-signed with over 70 other LGBTQ+ organizations. Now, more than ever, we are committed to standing together against bigotry and we will continue to fight for LGBTQI…

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  Annise Parker, LGBTQ+ Victory Institute · [email protected]

November 6, 2024 at 9:15 PM

Together.

John, Today is full of emotions as we process Election Night, and the changes that lie ahead for our country. Please take care, connect with loved ones, and get out of the news cycle as you need to for yourself and well-being. Despite the fears and uncertainty, there is one th…

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  Itay Balely, LGBTQ+ Victory Institute · [email protected]

November 4, 2024 at 4:16 PM

The proof is in the numbers ✅🗳️

Hundreds of Victory Institute alumni will be on the ballot Tomorrow, hundreds of Victory Institute alumni will be on the ballot, John. Our Candidate & Campaign Trainings and programs are specifically designed to give LGBTQ+ candidates up and down the ballot the tools and reso…

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  LGBTQ+ Victory Institute · [email protected]

October 8, 2024 at 5:30 PM

Happy International Lesbian Day!

Support the Lavender Wave John, We wanted to wish you a Happy International Lesbian Day! It’s great to shine a light on all the wonderful lesbian elected officials serving around the country. Right now, 282 out lesbians are serving in office – from the U.S. Senate to mayor’s…

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  Elliot Imse, LGBTQ+ Victory Institute · [email protected]

October 8, 2024 at 1:50 PM

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

Peruvian Congresswoman Susel Paredes and Kentucky State Representative Keturah Herron! John, You nominated a slate of amazing LGBTQ+ leaders from around the world for the 2024 Tammy Baldwin Breakthrough Award and the Global Trailblazer Award - and you voted for the leaders yo…

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  OUTPOWER · [email protected]

September 26, 2024 at 9:47 PM

Training LGBTQ+ leaders in Los Angeles, historic # of LGBTQ+ judges and more!

The fight for equality continues. LGBTQ+ Stories You Should Know About Register Now – Key Deadlines are Fast Approaching! Our Fall Registration Conference Registration Rate is ending soon – don’t miss your chance to save on your ticket for the 2024 International LGBTQ+ Leaders Co…

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  Sarah Pope, LGBTQ+ Victory Institute · [email protected]

September 20, 2024 at 2:01 PM

Don't forget to VOTE for the winners of 🌈Tammy Baldwin Breakthrough Award & Global Trailblazer Award!🌈

Which LGBTQ+ elected officials do you want to see win? Let us know here! ADD YOUR VOTE John, The Tammy Baldwin Breakthrough Award is given to an up-and-coming state or local LGBTQ+ elected official who is based in the United States. The Global Trailblazer Award honors a…

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  LGBTQ+ Victory Institute · [email protected]

September 13, 2024 at 1:01 PM

VOTE: for the winners of 🌈Tammy Baldwin Breakthrough Award & Global Trailblazer Award!🌈

Which LGBTQ+ elected officials do you want to see win? Let us know here! ADD YOUR VOTE John, It's true! It's time to vote for the 2024 winners of the Tammy Baldwin Breakthrough Award and the Global Trailblazer Award! Voting for both awards closes on September 2nd at mid…

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  Sarah Pope, LGBTQ+ Victory Institute · [email protected]

September 11, 2024 at 6:35 PM

Calling all bargain hunters: the '24 Early Bird Conference Rate is about to disappear!

I hope we’ll see you in D.C. on December 5-7, 2024! John: We wanted to let you know our Early Bird rate for the 2024 International LGBTQ+ Leaders Conference is still going on - but it ends September 15th! Register before midnight on the 15th and save $150 on your Conference tick…

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  OUTPOWER · [email protected]

August 24, 2024 at 2:55 PM

LGBTQ+ Voices on the DNC Stage, Saying Goodbye to the VCIs and more!

The fight for equality continues. LGBTQ+ Stories You Should Know About Live from the Democratic National Convention In July, Vice President Kamala Harris officially became the nominee for the Democratic party. We joined many in celebrating her historic nomination, as well as her …

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  LGBTQ+ Victory Institute · [email protected]

August 13, 2024 at 6:00 PM

Add your nominees: Tammy Baldwin Breakthrough Award & Global Trailblazer Award!

Which LGBTQ+ elected officials do you want to see win? Let us know here! John, DON'T FORGET - we are now accepting nominations for the 2024 Tammy Baldwin Breakthrough Award and the Global Trailblazer Award! Who do you think should win these prestigious awards? Name your nomin…

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  LGBTQ+ Victory Institute · [email protected]

August 8, 2024 at 3:10 PM

Minnesota is an LGBTQ+ refuge (thanks to these electeds 💖)

Together with Governor Walz, they got it done. A year after Minnesota became a trans refuge, ‘transplants’ make themselves at home -- MPR News John: one year ago, Governor Tim Walz - now VP nominee Tim Walz! - signed a trans refuge bill into law, ensuring LGBTQ+ people had a sa…

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  LGBTQ+ Victory Institute · [email protected]

August 3, 2024 at 5:01 PM

Add your nominees: Tammy Baldwin Breakthrough Award & Global Trailblazer Award!

Which LGBTQ+ elected officials do you want to see win? Let us know here! John, We're so excited – we are now accepting nominations for the 2024 Tammy Baldwin Breakthrough Award and the Global Trailblazer Award! Who do you think should win these prestigious awards? Name your n…

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  OUTPOWER · [email protected]

July 25, 2024 at 1:01 PM

Meet the 2024 Victory Empowerment Fellows, VI in the DR and more!

The fight for equality continues. LGBTQ+ Stories You Should Know About NOW LIVE: the 2024 Out for America Report! The 2024 Out for America report, our annual look at the number and demographics of out LGBTQ+ elected officials in the United States. If you want to get into the deta…

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  Mayor Annise Parker, LGBTQ+ Victory Institute · [email protected]

July 22, 2024 at 4:12 PM

A staunch ally in the Oval Office.

We are sincerely grateful for President Biden. John, Yesterday, President Joe Biden announced he would not continue seeking reelection. During his time in office, President Biden led the most progressive and inclusive presidential term in American history, ensuring LGBTQ+ voices…

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  LGBTQ+ Victory Institute · [email protected]

July 16, 2024 at 3:02 PM

Most Americans oppose drag bans. Are you one of them?

Despite the creativity, tenacity and artistry continuously displayed by drag performers... Today is International Drag Day, John! But despite the creativity, tenacity and artistry continuously displayed by drag performers, bigoted politicians are still trying to criminalize and d…

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  Sarah Pope, LGBTQ+ Victory Institute · [email protected]

July 11, 2024 at 4:17 PM

52 non-binary leaders currently ✨serving ✨

Happy Non-Binary Awareness Week! John, happy Non-Binary Awareness Week! It’s great to shine a light on all the wonderful out non-binary elected officials serving around the country. Right now, just 52 non-binary leaders are in office – from state legislatures to mayor’s office…

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