Sean Meloy · [email protected]

November 6, 2019 at 3:27 AM

VICTORY IN OHIO!

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 adv…

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  Sean Meloy · [email protected]

November 6, 2019 at 2:13 AM

VICTORY IN VIRGINIA: INCUMBENTS

Hey John – great news from Virginia! All our out LGBTQ state legislative incumbents won their reelection campaigns! Delegates Danica Roem, Dawn Adams, Mark Levine and Mark Sickles, as well as Senator Adam Ebbin, were all victorious tonight! This ensures Virginia’s LGBTQ community will contin…

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  Sean Meloy · [email protected]

November 6, 2019 at 1:44 AM

VICTORY IN VIRGINIA: DANICA WINS!

John - We’re ready to call one of the biggest LGBTQ races of the year: DANICA ROEM WINS! Tell Danica CONGRATULATIONS on her historic achievement! Danica made history tonight as the first openly trans state legislator to win reelection – ever. And this victory is particularly sweet: Danica ra…

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  Elliot Imse · [email protected]

November 5, 2019 at 2:03 PM

MEMO: 5 LGBTQ Election Night Stories to Watch; Live Tracking 111 Victory Fund LGBTQ Candidates

John, I wanted to make sure you were in the loop:  here are the top five stories my team and I will be tracking tonight! We'll also be updating our live candidate tracker as results roll in. Watch along here: victoryfund.org/results2019. Below are five LGBTQ Election Night storylines to watc…

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  Elliot Imse · [email protected]

November 4, 2019 at 2:01 PM

It's all on the line.

John, I'll be quick. It's going to be extremely busy today. The day before Election Day always is - and this is our last chance to elect 117 Victory Fund endorsed candidates. Will you make one more last minute donation to put LGBTQ candidates like Danica Roem, Eliz Markowitz, Dawn Adams and …

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  LGBTQ Victory Fund · [email protected]

November 2, 2019 at 1:01 PM

No such thing as an "off year"

John, Some people have described 2019 as an off-election year: a campaign cycle where no "big" races take place and the political world takes a break. But trust us, it is not an “off year” and we haven't been resting. Thanks to amazing supporters like you, we've made LGBTQ history around the…

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  The Agenda · [email protected]

November 1, 2019 at 9:20 PM

Less than a week left.

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  Elliot Imse · [email protected]

October 31, 2019 at 8:26 PM

BREAKING: Danica under attack!

John: I've just been sent this social media attack ad against Spotlight candidate Danica Roem. We wanted to make sure you saw it - and knew exactly who was behind it. Before we dive into the details, chip in $5 or more for Danica's campaign and help her defeat these bigots. To the details o…

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  LGBTQ Victory Fund · [email protected]

October 30, 2019 at 5:28 PM

The 2019 Domino Effect

We can't stress this enough, John. The candidates that win in 2019 and 2020 will have an enormous impact on our country for years to come. From LGBTQ protections to the right to privacy, from redistricting battles to healthcare debates, there's too much on the line to sit this election out. …

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  LGBTQ Victory Fund · [email protected]

October 29, 2019 at 2:14 PM

Top LGBTQ races to watch:

John: there's one week left until Election Day! With 110 Victory Fund endorsed candidates on the ballot in November, we'll be spending Election Night keeping a close eye on our historic candidates. Before we dive into the top LGBTQ races, will you chip in $7 for the last 7 days of the cycle?…

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  Sean Meloy · [email protected]

October 28, 2019 at 5:14 PM

The latest 2020 endorsements:

Hey John, 2019 has already been a huge year for Victory Fund - we've endorsed 177 candidates, the most we've ever endorsed in an odd-numbered election year! And we're not slowing down anytime soon. There's just over one week until Election Day and we're rolling out a new wave of 2020 endorse…

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  The Agenda · [email protected]

October 25, 2019 at 6:34 PM

Pete's newest ad, our last 2019 endorsements and more!

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  Elliot Imse · [email protected]

October 24, 2019 at 7:14 PM

"Make Homosexuality Unthinkable Again"

John: It's that time of year - when bigots come out of the woodwork to lob last minute attacks at LGBTQ candidates. We've seen a huge uptick, including digital ads against Ali Brown (she's running to be the first openly LGBTQ woman elected to the Indianapolis City-County Council!) that attac…

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  Elliot Imse · [email protected]

October 23, 2019 at 1:01 PM

Want to hear from Danica Roem, Eliz Markowitz and Sean Meloy?

Hey John, Tomorrow is our first Victory Caucus Membership call - have you renewed your giving for 2019? Join the Victory Caucus with an annual donation of $35 or by creating a monthly gift today! >> JOIN SPOTLIGHT CANDIDATES DANICA ROEM AND ELIZ MARKOWITZ OCTOBER 24 1:00 PM – 1:30 PM E…

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  Elliot Imse · [email protected]

October 21, 2019 at 1:01 PM

Are you an inaugural member, John?

Hi John: I’m incredibly excited to announce we’ve officially launched Victory Fund’s new Membership Program: the Victory Caucus! According to our records, you were a dedicated supporter in the past. Now is the perfect time to renew your giving: donate $35 annually or make a monthly gift to j…

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  The Agenda · [email protected]

October 18, 2019 at 8:26 PM

LGBTQ candidates smash records, Pete debates and more!

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  LGBTQ Victory Fund · [email protected]

October 16, 2019 at 7:57 PM

Guess who's back... (it's Bigot Bob!)

John: Sound the alarm: Danica Roem's former opponent, “Bigot Bob” Marshall, is back. And he's ready for revenge: We can't let this attack stand. We need 25 voters in your city to donate directly to Danica right now and match “Bigot Bob” Marshall's donation. Chip in here. If you've saved yo…

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  Elliot Imse · [email protected]

October 15, 2019 at 4:14 PM

Looking into my 🔮crystal ball🔮

Hi John: In 2018, LGBTQ candidates won BIG on election night. We elected the most LGBTQ members of Congress EVER, and made history in state legislatures across the country. And this year, we've continued the big wins, electing three new lesbian mayors in Chicago, Tampa and Madison – making 2…

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  The Agenda · [email protected]

October 11, 2019 at 6:19 PM

Pete's new policy plans, Election Day creeps closer and more!

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  Everton Blair, Gwinnett County Board of Education · [email protected]

October 11, 2019 at 12:30 PM

Today, I’m coming out.

Hi John: This National Coming Out Day, I'm choosing to share something I haven’t said publicly before: I am a proud member of the LGBTQ community, and a gay man. It still feels unusual to need to broadcast; after all, I ultimately envision a world where we don’t need to. But as the fi…

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  Florida state Rep. Shervin Jones · [email protected]

October 10, 2019 at 9:01 PM

The decision to live my truth

Hi John: Last year, I made one of the biggest, scariest and most honest decisions of my life: I came out of the closet publicly – including to my colleagues in the Florida state House. The reasons behind my decision were bittersweet. After my brother’s tragic and untimely death, I was…

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  LGBTQ Victory Fund · [email protected]

October 10, 2019 at 5:29 PM

Did you see Karl's candidate takeover?

John, did you follow along with Karl Frisch’s candidate takeover last week? Catch up with the man running to be the only openly LGBTQ member of the Fairfax County School Board. Before you check out Karl's candidate takeover, chip in and help him get elected! Only 27 days until Election Day 2…

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  Mayor Annise Parker · [email protected]

October 10, 2019 at 11:12 AM

Pete's policy plan for LGBTQ Americans:

John: Early this morning, Pete introduced his new LGBTQ policy plan, “Becoming Whole: A New Era for LGBTQ+ Americans”. As I read through drafts the past couple days, I realized it is the most comprehensive I've ever seen from a Presidential candidate - on either side of the aisle. Covering d…

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  LGBTQ Victory Fund · [email protected]

October 7, 2019 at 3:27 PM

Time is running out ⌛

  Countdown to the Election: Less Than 30 Days! Time is running out, friend. Our candidates are depending on us -- but we can’t help them if you don’t help us!     Less Than 29 Days Left Fund Goal: $10,000 by midnight tomorrow Pitch in $29 to help LGBTQ candidates WIN >>   …

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  The Agenda · [email protected]

October 4, 2019 at 2:31 PM

Danica under attack, our first candidate takeover and more!

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  LGBTQ Victory Fund · [email protected]

October 3, 2019 at 3:22 PM

The winner of 2019's biggest bigot award is...

Hey John - you voted and:  Here's why Kelly McGinn earned so many votes: She's trying to defeat Spotlight candidate Danica Roem, the first openly trans person to win and serve in a state legislature; She submitted written testimony against same-sex adoption, saying that: It is “absurd” and…

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  LGBTQ Victory Fund · [email protected]

October 2, 2019 at 4:49 PM

$125 million (!!)

Hey John, We'll be quick - the news broke this morning that Trump and Pence raised a record-breaking $125 million last quarter. There's no question that this massive warchest will be used to prop up anti-equality candidates around the country. People opposed to the Equality Act, opposed to t…

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  Elliot Imse · [email protected]

September 30, 2019 at 10:13 PM

50 donors in Washington DC

Hey John, We're going to add one more end of quarter email to your inbox. But this email has good news: over the last couple days, we've seen nearly 50 grassroots donors step up in Washington DC. Will you join our growing donor list and donate $10 towards our end of quarter goal now? >>…

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  Elliot Imse · [email protected]

September 30, 2019 at 1:54 PM

FWD: missing your vote, John

Hey John - I'm looking at our records from this weekend, and noticed you haven't cast your vote for the biggest bigot of 2019 yet!  Donate today to cast your vote - and you'll help beat these anti-LGBTQ candidates on Election Day. If you've saved your payment information with ActBlue Expres…

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  LGBTQ Victory Fund · [email protected]

September 28, 2019 at 2:01 PM

VOTE: Trump, Pence, Díaz & McGinn

John: we're trying to decide who the biggest bigot of 2019 is - and we need you to weigh in! The best way to cast your vote? Donate today $15, $20 or $25 to vote for the biggest bigot of the bunch (and support their LGBTQ opponent!): Despite vowing to be a "real friend" to LGBTQ Americans, …

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  The Agenda · [email protected]

September 27, 2019 at 1:55 PM

Take a break from impeachment news & catch up with LGBTQ candidates!

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  Elliot Imse · [email protected]

September 25, 2019 at 4:23 PM

UPDATE: Impeachment

John: All eight LGBTQ members of Congress are standing against Donald Trump and are ready to launch an official investigation and impeachment inquiry. Once again, the President of the United States faces serious allegations - and our LGBTQ members of Congress are holding him accountable. Som…

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  Sean Meloy · [email protected]

September 24, 2019 at 6:37 PM

BATTLEGROUND: TEXAS

  John, the battle for pro-equality legislatures starts right now. It's going to take everything we have - but with your help, we can flip the Texas House. Chip in today. If you've saved your payment information with ActBlue Express, your donation will go through immediately: Express Donat…

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  The Agenda · [email protected]

September 20, 2019 at 12:32 PM

LGBTQ Candidates Crucial in Virginia, Mayor Pete Third in Iowa, and More...

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  LGBTQ Victory Fund · [email protected]

September 18, 2019 at 3:25 PM

5 big wins -

John, November 5th will be here before we know it. But these amazing LGBTQ candidates must win before Election Day. Chip in now to elect them! >> If you've saved your payment information with ActBlue Express, your donation will go through immediately: Express Donate: $5 Express Do…

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  LGBTQ Victory Fund · [email protected]

September 17, 2019 at 6:26 PM

"The most important LGBTQ race in 2019"

John: there's no such thing as an off year in politics. Case in point: the legislative races in Virginia. And one race in particular is rightfully gaining attention: Spotlight candidate Danica Roem. Take a look at what an op-ed in The Advocate had to say about Danica's race: They're right -…

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  LGBTQ Victory Fund · [email protected]

September 16, 2019 at 3:26 PM

a “legislative graveyard”

John: the U.S. Senate is about to return from their summer break - but Mitch McConnell seems to think he's on a permanent vacation. He's blocked over 100 bills from seeing a vote on the Senate floor, including the Equality Act! The first openly LGBTQ Senator in U.S. history, Tammy Baldwin, h…

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  Elliot Imse · [email protected]

September 16, 2019 at 1:44 PM

The reviews are in...

Hey John: The reviews for Mayor Pete's performance at Thursday night's debate are rolling in! Here's what the pundits are saying: Take a quick break from these rave debate reviews and order your Victory for Pete t-shirt! It's free with a donation of $35 or more - and you'll support Mayor P…

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  The Agenda · [email protected]

September 13, 2019 at 6:12 PM

A historic Democratic Debate, Danica is laser-focused, HUGE wins in Nashville and more!

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  Elliot Imse · [email protected]

September 13, 2019 at 3:33 AM

"I had to wonder whether just acknowledging who I was..."

Hey John: Didn't Mayor Pete do a phenomenal job on the debate stage tonight? In a forum that doesn’t provide much room for nuance, he was able to eloquently describe to America the common-sense solutions we need to address our most pressing issues. And his touching answer on professional set…

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  Elliot Imse · [email protected]

September 12, 2019 at 2:16 PM

WATCH: Mayor Annise Parker on ABC! 📺

Hey John: did you see Victory Fund President & CEO Mayor Annise Parker on ABC News earlier this week? Devin Dwyer asked about her groundbreaking run for mayor of Houston and its transformative effect on Texas politics. They also talked 2020 presidential politics, including why Mayor Pete…

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  Elliot Imse · [email protected]

September 11, 2019 at 7:11 PM

LGBTQ issues deserve primetime

 Hey John: Since I last emailed, we've had great news: there will be two stand-alone forums on LGBTQ issues! These forums are a great addition to the Democratic debate schedule - but our work isn't done. LGBTQ issues should be a part of every Democratic debate and forum, discussed in front o…

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  Sean Meloy · [email protected]

September 9, 2019 at 1:01 PM

Two months until Election Day! 😧

John: Time really does fly – we’re less than two months away from Election Day 2019! Who wins in November 2019 will have a huge impact on the political landscape for years to come, including the 2020 Presidential race. We can lay the groundwork for 2020 and elect a new Rainbow Wave in 2019. …

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  LGBTQ Victory Fund · [email protected]

September 7, 2019 at 1:00 PM

a “legislative graveyard”

John: the U.S. Senate is about to return from their summer break - but Mitch McConnell seems to think he's on a permanent vacation. He's blocked over 100 bills from seeing a vote on the Senate floor, including the Equality Act! The first openly LGBTQ Senator in U.S. history, Tammy Baldwin, h…

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  The Agenda · [email protected]

September 6, 2019 at 6:41 PM

WATCH: Danica's newest ad, Team Pete enters Phase three and more!

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  Elliot Imse · [email protected]

September 5, 2019 at 5:40 PM

4 debates. 0 questions. It's time.

John: the Democratic Party has hosted four primetime debates - and one openly LGBTQ candidate is standing on the debate stage. But despite the history being made - and the fact that LGBTQ voters are a core pillar of the Democratic party's base - there have been zero questions about LGBTQ iss…

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  Elliot Imse · [email protected]

September 4, 2019 at 7:25 PM

ADD YOUR NAME: STAND WITH LGBTQ LEGISLATORS

Rolling back marriage equality. More bigoted "religious freedom laws." More petty restrictions on reproductive freedom. More attacks against the right to privacy. More regulations decimating healthcare. More partisan gerrymandering, ensuring another cycle of destructive legislation in the st…

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  The Agenda · [email protected]

August 30, 2019 at 5:54 PM

Looking for weekend plans? We have some ideas.

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  Mayor Annise Parker · [email protected]

August 28, 2019 at 3:33 PM

Keep the conversation going.

John, I’ve had the pleasure of knowing Mayor Pete when we were both openly LGBTQ mayors and now as our team at Victory Fund supports his incredible presidential run.  What always impresses me about Mayor Pete is the passion and intelligence he brings to issues affecting our communities. May…

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  Elliot Imse · [email protected]

August 26, 2019 at 4:07 PM

Let them know you're standing with them, John.

Rolling back marriage equality. More bigoted "religious freedom laws." More petty restrictions on reproductive freedom. More attacks against the right to privacy. More regulations decimating healthcare. More partisan gerrymandering, ensuring another cycle of destructive legislation in the st…

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