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LGBTQ+ elected officials are facing mental health challenges. A new initiative wants to support them

“Being an out LGBTQ+ elected official in this climate takes a big toll on one’s mental health," says Victory Institute's Evan Low.

Evan Low is on a mission to get LGBTQ+ political candidates elected. Here's his plan

In today's hostile environment, we have to make sure our voices are impossible to ignore, Low says.

Here are key LGBTQ+ races to watch on Election Day

There could be many firsts in this year's election.

California Voters to Decide Fate of State's Prop 8 Same-Sex Marriage Ban in 2024

An amendment would remove language from the state constitution that states “only marriage between a man and a woman is valid or recognized in California.”

How the Stain of Prop. 8 May Be Removed From California

It would repeal the anti-marriage equality language of the infamous Proposition 8.

Sarah McBride and Wes Moore lead call for resistance

The prominent Democrats called for solidarity, courage, and unapologetic representation in rousing speeches.

Former Calif. legislator Evan Low is the new head of LGBTQ+ Victory Fund, which supports queer politicians

Low will succeed Annise Parker, who announced several months ago that she planned to step down.

Months after election, gay House candidate Evan Low will be on November ballot. Here's what happened

Low, currently a member of the California Assembly, is running for a U.S. House seat from Silicon Valley.

Here are the LGBTQ+ candidates to watch on Super Tuesday

LGBTQ+ candidates are running to make history in California, Texas, North Carolina, and elsewhere.

Proposed Amendment Would Officially End Prop. 8

Despite being overturned, the proposition’s hateful language remains in the California Constitution.

Maryland Gov. Wes Moore, California AG Rob Bonta receive awards from Victory Fund

The two were recognized as allies to the LGBTQ+ community.

Our former CA state rep Low fined $106k for hiding payment to Alec Baldwin

One commission member described Evan Low's deliberate attempts to hide his payment to Baldwin for the actor's appearance at political fundraiser as "egregious."

Weeks after primary election, gay candidate Evan Low advances to general for California congressional seat

The final vote count shows Low in a tie for second with Joe Simitian, so both will be on the general election ballot, along with Sam Liccardo. The primary was held March 5.

Gender-neutral toy aisles required under new law in California

California out Assemblymember Evan Low said he was inspired to introduce this bill by an 8-year-old girl who asked, “Why should a store tell me what a girl’s shirt or toy is?”

Number of LGBTQ+ Elected Officials at Record High — But Many More Needed

LGBTQ+ Americans are still far from equitable representation in public office, says a new report from the Victory Institute.