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LGBT+ Democrats of Virginia @lgbtvadems.bsky.social · 8d

Transgender people are not a threat. They are our neighbors, our friends, and our family members." - Joel McDonald, Chairperson of LGBT+ Democrats of Virginia

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LGBT+ Democrats of Virginia @lgbtvadems.bsky.social · 8d

Not only can no act of violence be reasonably ascribed to the entirety of the Transgender community, but this lie also ignores how Transgender individuals are disproportionately victims of violence in our nation.

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LGBT+ Democrats of Virginia @lgbtvadems.bsky.social · 8d

"The latest attempt by the Right to further demonize people who are transgender is to falsely claim that this community is violent and deadly. No matter how many times this is repeated, it is still a lie.

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LGBT+ Democrats of Virginia @lgbtvadems.bsky.social · 28d

We continue to stand firmly for freedom, equality, equity, and justice for all. Together, let us peacefully continue the work of building a more perfect Union.

Joel McDonald
Chairperson of LGBT+ Democrats of Virginia

LGBT+ Democrats of Virginia @lgbtvadems.bsky.social · 28d

We continue to stand firmly against hate, bigotry, homophobia, transphobia, racism, sexism, and xenophobia. We cannot allow any justification of these societal ills, which are too often used to divide us.

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LGBT+ Democrats of Virginia @lgbtvadems.bsky.social · 28d

Hearts and minds cannot be won through violence. We condemn, and call on all others to condemn, all acts of violence.

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LGBT+ Democrats of Virginia @lgbtvadems.bsky.social · Aug 28

We are proud to endorse Rae Cousins for Delegate in District 79. They’re a Richmond-born lawyer and mom who’s fought for reproductive health protections, inclusive public schools, voter restoration, and climate justice for working families. All endorsements: lgbtvadem.org/endorsements.

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LGBT+ Democrats of Virginia @lgbtvadems.bsky.social · Aug 28

We are proud to endorse Fernando Martinez for District 29. They served our country in the Air Force and as Leesburg vice‑mayor, champion inclusive healthcare, gun safety, reproductive freedom, environmental justice, and free speech. All endorsements: lgbtvadem.org/endorsements.

LGBT+ Democrats of Virginia @lgbtvadems.bsky.social · Aug 27

We are proud to endorse @jetforva.bsky.social, District 21. A Marine veteran and attorney, he has championed reproductive freedom, health care access, and housing justice, and fights to protect LGBTQ+ rights in the legislature. See all our endorsed candidates at lgbtvadem.org/endorsements.

LGBT+ Democrats of Virginia @lgbtvadems.bsky.social · Aug 27

We are proud to endorse @henson4virginia.bsky.social for House of Delegates District 19! As the first openly gay Black man in the General Assembly, he’s championed marriage equality, anti‑discrimination, disability job training & more. See all our endorsed candidates at lgbtvadem.org/endorsements.

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LGBT+ Democrats of Virginia @lgbtvadems.bsky.social · Aug 27

LGBT+ Democrats of Virginia are proud to endorse Jonas Eppert for House of Delegates District 74. He supports affordable healthcare, funding public schools, sustainable development, and leadership that puts people and the planet first. See all our endorsed candidates at lgbtvadem.org/endorsements.

LGBT+ Democrats of Virginia @lgbtvadems.bsky.social · Aug 27

We are proud to endorse Donna Littlepage, a longtime healthcare leader who champions reproductive freedom and Medicaid access, and brings decades of nonprofit service and thoughtful public-service leadership to District 40. All endorsements: lgbtvadem.org/endorsements

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LGBT+ Democrats of Virginia @lgbtvadems.bsky.social · Aug 26

We are proud to endorse Jena Crisler for Virginia House of Delegates, District 35. As a physician and champion for rural healthcare access, due process, reproductive freedom and term limits, they stand strong for our community. All endorsements: lgbtvadem.org/endorsements.

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LGBT+ Democrats of Virginia @lgbtvadems.bsky.social · Aug 26

LGBT+ Democrats of Virginia are proud to endorse Shane Boswell for Virginia House of Delegates, District 31. A Navy veteran and community leader, he’s committed to expanding opportunity, job training, and inclusive economic growth. See all our endorsed candidates at lgbtvadem.org/endorsements.

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LGBT+ Democrats of Virginia @lgbtvadems.bsky.social · Aug 26

We are proud to endorse Biko Agozino, a sociology professor committed to civil rights, affordable housing, public education and expanding healthcare. They support free speech protections. All endorsements: lgbtvadem.org/endorsements.

LGBT+ Democrats of Virginia @lgbtvadems.bsky.social · Aug 7

We are proud to endorse @jameswalkinshaw.bsky.social for U.S. House in District 11. They’ve expanded transit access, led on climate action, and fought censorship targeting LGBTQ+ expression. Their long public service record shows real leadership. All endorsements: lgbtvadem.org/endorsements.

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LGBT+ Democrats of Virginia @lgbtvadems.bsky.social · Aug 7

We are proud to endorse Makayla Venable for House of Delegates, District 36. A healthcare worker and working‑class activist from Staunton, they support expanding access to care, mental health crisis services, and safe inclusive spaces for LGBTQ youth. All endorsements: lgbtvadem.org/endorsements.

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LGBT+ Democrats of Virginia @lgbtvadems.bsky.social · Aug 7

We are proud to endorse @yrorrer.bsky.social for Virginia House of Delegates District 47. She has a deep background supporting child abuse survivors and addressing mental health, and has vowed to defend personal freedom. All endorsements: lgbtvadem.org/endorsements

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LGBT+ Democrats of Virginia @lgbtvadems.bsky.social · Aug 7

We are proud to endorse @paytonfordelegate.bsky.social for Virginia House of Delegates District 34. They support protections for trans students, defend free speech, and back stronger tenant and worker rights. All endorsements: lgbtvadem.org/endorsements

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LGBT+ Democrats of Virginia @lgbtvadems.bsky.social · Aug 7

We are proud to endorse Cheryl Bubeck Smith for Virginia House of Delegates, District 98. They champion marriage equality and reproductive freedom, and promise to safeguard LGBTQ+ nondiscrimination protections and free speech. All endorsements: lgbtvadem.org/endorsements

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LGBT+ Democrats of Virginia @lgbtvadems.bsky.social · Aug 6

We are proud to endorse @rodney4virginia.bsky.social for House of Delegates District 90. They’ve championed LGBTQ+ rights, inclusive education, and gender-affirming care, and bring a civil rights record rooted in public service. All endorsements: lgbtvadem.org/endorsements.

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LGBT+ Democrats of Virginia @lgbtvadems.bsky.social · Aug 6

We are proud to endorse Destiny LeVere Bolling for House of Delegates, District 80. A champion for working families, they have consistently defended reproductive rights, LGBTQIA+ students, free speech, and access to affirming care. All endorsements: lgbtvadem.org/endorsements.

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LGBT+ Democrats of Virginia @lgbtvadems.bsky.social · Aug 6

We are proud to endorse Michael Jones for District #77. A longtime advocate for LGBTQ+ rights, they’ve fought to defend free speech, expand protections for transgender students, and fully fund inclusive public education. All endorsements: lgbtvadem.org/endorsements.

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LGBT+ Democrats of Virginia @lgbtvadems.bsky.social · Aug 5

We are proud to endorse @hayesfordelegate.bsky.social for House of Delegates, District 52. They’ll fight to protect trans youth, fund HIV prevention, and defend public education from anti-LGBTQ+ bias. They are committed to equity and free speech. All endorsements: lgbtvadem.org/endorsements.

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LGBT+ Democrats of Virginia @lgbtvadems.bsky.social · Aug 5

We are proud to endorse Mario Haggerty for House of Delegates, District 67. A Navy veteran and advocate for inclusive education, LGBTQ+ rights, and healthcare access, they’ll champion fairness, safety, and opportunity for all. All endorsements: lgbtvadem.org/endorsements.

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