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274 LGBTQ Candidates Win Their Elections Across the Nation
first out transgender member of Congress.HRC Texas State Director Melodia Gutierrez celebrated Johnson’s victory as a “historic milestone” and LPAC, the political action committee dedicated to electing LGBTQ women and nonbinary candidates to office, praised Randall’s historic victory.“As an out lesbian Latina, I will rest better at night knowing that Emily Randall will be fighting for LGBTQ+ equality, racial justice, immigration reform and reproductive freedom in Congress,” Janelle Perez, the executive director of LPAC said.Meanwhile, the Human Rights Campaign celebrated McBride’s victory, calling her an “effective lawmaker” and a “devoted public servant” who would not only deliver for her constituents but whose presence in the House would reflect an increasing acceptance of transgender individuals in public positions. All of the currently-serving LGBTQ House members — U.S.
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