Equality or extinction
Why voting for Kamala Harris is a no-brainer for LGBTQ rights We hear the same chorus every election cycle: “This is the most important election of our time.” And while the repetition can be eye-roll-inducing this time, it’s not just rhetoric; it’s a reality we cannot ignore.
The stakes have never been higher for our LGBTQ+ community. As I engage with voters and speak to groups for this election, you might hear me say, “Y’all, our lives and the lives of our friends in all segments of the LGBTQ+ community are at EXTREME RISK if we don’t vote for pro-equality candidates.” This isn’t hyperbole; it’s a call to action, echoing the urgency of our fight for survival and equality in the face of escalating threats.
This urgency is not to be underestimated, and it’s what should drive us to the ballot box and take our friends with us. Why are we at extreme risk? Let’s start with the last time Donald Trump was in office.
His first term was a nightmare for LGBTQ+ Americans. From banning transgender individuals from the military to appointing right-wing judges who could influence future decisions on LGBTQ rights, the attacks were relentless.
