Oregon swears in first LGBTQ+ treasurer, Dr. Elizabeth Steiner
The former state senator says she intends to help families save for their futures and the future of their children.
January 7, 2025
CONTACTAbout UsCAREER OPPORTUNITIESADVERTISE WITH USPRIVACY POLICYPRIVACY PREFERENCESTERMS OF USELEGAL NOTICE
© 2025 Equal Entertainment LLC.
All Rights reserved
All Rights reserved
By continuing to use our site, you agree to our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.
gov tina kotek
Oregon, Portland sue Trump over plan to send National Guard
No, Portland is not "war-ravaged."
September 30, 2025
How 3 Openly Queer Governors Are Fighting For Progressive Causes
Amidst a tense national political landscape, Govs. Polis, Healey, and Kotek champion LGBTQ+ rights, exemplifying state-led progressiveness.
October 3, 2023
Here are the states that have laws protecting abortion and gender-affirming care
These states have taken the step to protect bodily autonomy.
May 27, 2024
What Is EMILY's List, the Group Sen. Laphonza Butler Led?
The group Butler ran supports pro-choice Democratic women, including LGBTQ+ ones, running for public office.
October 5, 2023
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.
June 8, 2023
Oregon Elects Lesbian Tina Kotek as Governor
Kotek and Maura Healey of Massachusetts will be the nation's first out lesbian governors.
November 9, 2022
Bi Oregon Gov. Kate Brown Commutes All Death Sentences
Brown, the nation's first out bisexual governor, changed the sentences to life in prison without parole.
December 14, 2022
Tina Kotek Sworn in as First Lesbian Governor of Oregon
"It will take all of us, doing what we can, to build the Oregon we want to live in," Kotek said in her inaugural address.
January 9, 2023
Maura Healey Poised to Be One of First U.S. Lesbian Governors
Healey won the Democratic nomination for governor of Massachusetts in Tuesday's primary; she and Oregon's Tina Kotek could be the nation's first out lesbian governors.
September 6, 2022
Could Toni Atkins Be California's First Lesbian Governor?
Atkins, who has broken ground as a leader of both legislative chambers, is seriously considering a run.
November 21, 2023
Colorado's Jared Polis Is First Out Gay Man Reelected Governor
Polis made history with his election in 2018 and made more history Tuesday.
November 8, 2022
Lesbian Tina Kotek Out to Make History in Oregon Governor's Race
Kotek, a longtime social justice activist, was Oregon's first lesbian House speaker, and now she's seeking to become governor.
January 12, 2022
Massachusetts governor seeks IVF coverage for veterans in same-sex relationships
Maura Healey, one of the first out lesbian governors in the nation, wants to equalize coverage of assisted reproduction and provide other new benefits to Massachusetts veterans.
January 4, 2024
Gay Lawmaker Becomes Majority Leader of Washington State Senate
Ed Murray is the second openly gay person in U.S. history to head a state senate.
November 13, 2012
Kate Brown, First Openly LGBT Governor, Assumes Office With Pointed Inauguration Speech
Kate Brown took office as Oregon's governor Wednesday, promising to leave behind the political scandal that has plagued the state recently.
February 18, 2015
Lesbian Toni Atkins announces run for California governor in 2026
Atkins enters a crowded field seeking to succeed Gavin Newsom, who is term-limited.
January 19, 2024
Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey nominates former partner for high court, raises GOP ire
Healey has nominated Gabrielle Wolohojian to the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court.
February 9, 2024
Massachusetts's Maura Healey on Becoming the First Lesbian Governor
The state has a history of firsts when it comes to electing LGBTQ+ politicians and enacting policy, and Healey is proud to be part of that tradition.
December 21, 2022
The 10 states that have passed pro-LGBTQ+ bills — or defeated the most anti-LGBTQ+ ones — in 2025
Liberal states stand out for passage of supportive laws, while the sheer volume of anti-LGBTQ+ legislation introduced in some conservative ones means many bills died there.
November 12, 2025
The Rainbow Wave Settles In: What New LGBTQ+ Politicians Are Facing
The nation's new out governors, treasurers, and congressmembers are staring down inflation, climate change, and gun violence.
January 25, 2023