Number of LGBTQ+ elected officials continues to grow, but more needed for equitable representation
The news from Victory Institute also highlights the high-ranking LGBTQ+ officeholders around the nation.
July 1, 2025
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Military vet Gina Ortiz Jones becomes first lesbian elected mayor of San Antonio
Jones, who was undersecretary of the Air Force in Joe Biden's administration, beat Rolando Pablos in a runoff election.
June 9, 2025
Texas GOP May Censure Congressman Over Support for Marriage Equality
Texas Republicans say U.S. Rep. Tony Gonzales has been a "poor representative" of the party.
March 3, 2023
Gina Ortiz Jones Is Out to Make History in Texas
Jones, who almost became Texas's first out congressional representative in 2018, is aiming for that goal again this year.
July 30, 2020
Biden Picks Lesbian Vet Gina Ortiz Jones for Air Force Undersecretary
Former congressional candidate Jones would be the first lesbian, second member of the LGBTQ+ community, and first woman of color to serve in the post.
April 28, 2021
Lesbian Gina Ortiz Jones Wants to Be Texas's First Out Congress Member
But Jones, who would also be the first Filipina-American in Congress, hopes many others will follow her.
November 5, 2018
Air Force to Help Members and Families Affected by Anti-LGBTQ+ Laws
The unusual move was announced by out Air Force Undersecretary Gina Ortiz Jones.
April 13, 2022
Senate Confirms Historic LGBTQ+ Nominees to Defense Department
Gina Ortiz Jones, a lesbian, was confirmed as undersecretary of the Air Force, and Shawn Skelly, who is trans, was confirmed as assistant secretary of defense for readiness.
July 22, 2021
A Trans Republican Stands Up for a Lesbian Democrat
Demonizing a candidate for supporting LGBTQ+ rights is despicable, regardless of party.
October 31, 2020
Texas Sees a Rainbow Wave in Democratic Primary
LGBTQ candidates have won primaries for a congressional seat and nine state House seats.
March 4, 2020
Amid a Rainbow Wave, Some Losses in Statewide and Congressional Races
The LGBTQ+ community had much to celebrate in Tuesday's election, but there were some disappointments.
November 4, 2020
Southern Baptists urge Supreme Court to overturn marriage equality
A resolution adopted by the denomination also includes anti-transgender language.
June 11, 2025
Beto O'Rourke Is Running but Does He Support LGBTQ People?
The newest entrant in the Democratic presidential field has risen to fame for his liberal policies -- Â we take a look at how he fares with LGBTQ causes.Â
March 14, 2019
Is Homophobia Still Prevalent in Politics?
What was a potent weapon in the days of Anita Bryant is now losing its cool in today's generation of progressives.
April 2, 2020
The Midterm Races Where LGBTQ Candidates Made History
The results include gains in Congress, statewide positions, and some local firsts. Pictured from left: Dana Nessel, Ricardo Lara, and Teri Johnston.
November 7, 2018
LGBTQ+ Candidates to Watch in the Upcoming Election
The November election isn't just about defeating Trump and flipping the U.S. Senate. It's a chance to diversify all levels of government.
August 21, 2020
Pete Buttigieg Calls Out Fox News Host For Homophobic Hypocrisy
His appearance on Fox News went viral instantly after he called out the host for treating his marriage as different.
January 6, 2023
A Lesbian Is the Democratic Nominee for Texas Governor
Lupe Valdez's win in the Democratic primary runoff was one of several significant LGBT victories Tuesday.
May 23, 2018
Texas GOP Censures Congressman Over Supporting Marriage Equality
U.S. Rep. Tony Gonzales was the only Texas Republican to support the Respect for Marriage Act.
March 6, 2023
Biden on DADT Repeal Anniversary: 'A Tremendous Weight Was Lifted'
The repeal, which took effect 10 years ago today, "helped move our nation closer to its foundational promise of equality, dignity, and opportunity for all," Biden said.
September 20, 2021
LGBTQ Candidates Will Create a Rainbow Wave on Election Day
Out candidates are running in record numbers to make sure we're in the room where it happens.
November 2, 2018