FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: August 11, 2020

The Caucus’ Women Leaders Laud This Historic Moment

DELRAY BEACH – The Biden-Harris ticket is a 2020 winner! The Florida LGBTQ+ Democratic Caucus has commended the Biden campaign’s progressive and far-reaching LGBTQ agenda. And now, with Senator Kamala Harris joining Joe Biden as his vice presidential nominee, the Caucus recognizes the historic steps the community can make when the Biden-Harris team takes office in January.

Beth McMillen, Treasurer of the Florida LGBTQ+ Democratic Caucus and founder of our Brevard County chapter, the Space Coast LGBTA Democratic Caucus:

“I cannot stress enough the need for our representation to accurately reflect the diversity of our country. Having a woman as the vice presidential nominee shows every little girl and boy that any opportunity is available to you, regardless of your gender identity. Even more important is to have representation at the table during the governing process. Men, who will never understand our needs and challenges, have been making decisions on women’s worthiness and rights for too long. More women in high office moves equality forward, which we need more than ever after years of the Trump administration and congressional Republicans chipping away at our rights.”

Sally Phillips, Past President of the Florida LGBTQ+ Democratic Caucus and former President and founder of the Hillsborough County LGBTA Democratic Caucus:

“Only 100 years ago – on August 18, 1920 – the 19th Amendment to the US Constitution was ratified, giving women the right to vote. We have come far since then, but not far enough. As the first and only woman elected president of the Florida LGBTQ+ Democratic Caucus, I know the significance of visibility, and how that platform allows you to take action. Black and Brown women are the key to this election, and Kamala Harris is the woman for this moment. When they’re elected, Vice President Harris will be President Biden’s partner in governing, helping to turn around our failing economy, develop a public health plan so we can beat back Covid-19, and reestablish the moral and ethical high ground we used to hold on the world stage.”

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: August 6, 2020

DELRAY BEACH, FL – Today the Florida LGBTQ+ Democratic Caucus is announcing its next round of congressional and state legislative endorsements for the 2020 election. Our caucus membership and local chapters in Alachua, Hillsborough, Miami-Dade, Orange, Palm Beach, Pasco, Pinellas, Polk, and Sarasota counties have reviewed and endorsed the following candidates for the Florida Legislature. Our state caucus and chapter endorsement processes are continuing over the coming weeks.

U.S. House of Representatives

Florida Senate

Florida House of Representatives

Florida LGBTQ+ Democratic Caucus President Stephen Gaskill issued the following statement on the Caucus’ endorsement:

“We have a rigorous endorsement process in order to identify the best candidates to represent the LGBTQ+ community. We are thrilled to make these endorsements along with our local chapters and support these candidates for Congress and the Florida Legislature because they are committed to full LGBTQ+ equality. We look forward to working with them to protect LGBTQ Floridians from discrimination and advance the cause of equality.”

Susan McGrath, Campaign Director of the Florida LGBTQ+ Democratic Caucus, highlighted the opportunities for Democrats:

“This is the strongest field of pro-equality Democrats running for office in Florida in recent memory. We have a real opportunity to flip a number of GOP-held seats in Congress and the Florida Legislature. Our community is proud to support so many equality champions and we look forward to working with them in Tallahassee and Washington next year.”

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Saturday, September 12, 2020 at 10 AM – 2 PM ET

It’s our first virtual conference! Exciting speakers, panel discussions and trainings to win this critical election cycle! We’ll broadcast from the studios of our media sponsor, Hotspots Media Group. Hosted by our Broward chapter, the Dolphin Democrats.

We’ll announce a program shortly — check back!

There is no registration fee for this conference, but we will ask you to register. Stay tuned for that info!

We’re grateful for Rep. Charlie Crist talking with our membership about stopping coronavirus spread, supporting unemployed Americans, blocking oil drilling, protecting the Everglades, and turning Florida blue. Give it a watch!

Watch our “Diversity In Our Party and Our Caucus” panel at Leadership Blue. Keep watching for an engaging and important discussion moderated by our Vice President Nik Harris and Legislative Director Nathan Bruemmer, featuring activists Carson C Graham, Shani Angela, and Alfredo Olvera!

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 16, 2020

DELRAY BEACH, FL – Today the Florida LGBTQ+ Democratic Caucus is announcing its next round of state legislative endorsements for the 2020 election. Our local chapters in Broward, Escambia, Hillsborough, Miami-Dade, Orange, Palm Beach, and Pinellas counties have reviewed and endorsed the following candidates for the Florida Legislature. These and many of our other chapters are continuing the endorsement process over the coming weeks before the primary.

FLORIDA SENATE

FLORIDA HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

Florida LGBTQ+ Democratic Caucus President Stephen Gaskill issued the following statement on the Caucus’ endorsement:

“Our chapters each have rigorous endorsement processes, in order to identify the best candidate to represent the LGBTQ+ community. We are thrilled to echo our local chapters and endorse these candidates for the Florida Legislature because they are committed to full LGBTQ+ equality. We look forward to working with them to finally pass the Florida Competitive Workforce Act, protect LGBTQ Floridians from discrimination, and advance the cause of equality.”

Susan McGrath, Campaign Director of the Florida LGBTQ+ Democratic Caucus, highlighted the opportunities for Democrats:

“This is the strongest field of pro-equality Democrats running for the Florida Legislature in recent memory. We have a real opportunity to flip a number of GOP-held State House and Senate Districts. Our community is proud to support so many equality champions and we look forward to working with them in Tallahassee next year.”

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 1, 2020

JACKSONVILLE, FL – Today the Florida LGBTQ+ Democratic Caucus is announcing its next round of state legislative endorsements for the 2020 election. After a comprehensive review process, the Caucus membership voted to endorse the following candidates for the Florida House of Representatives:

• Joshua Hicks, District 11
• Angie Nixon, District 14
• Ben Marcus, District 16

Florida LGBTQ+ Democratic Caucus President Stephen Gaskill issued the following statement on the Caucus’ endorsement:

“We are excited to endorse Joshua Hicks, Angie Nixon, and Ben Marcus for the Florida House of Representatives because they are strong candidates who are committed to full LGBTQ+ equality. We look forward to working with them to pass the Florida Competitive Workforce Act, protect LGBTQ Floridians from discrimination, and advance the cause of equality.”

Phillip Perry, Jacksonville resident and Communications Director of the Florida LGBTQ+ Democratic Caucus, highlighted the choice for voters:

“With Jacksonville just having passed its Human Rights Ordinance, now is the time to elect more equality champions to finish the job in Tallahassee. We will elect the first openly gay legislator from Northeast Florida, and we will send two more equality champions to Tallahassee, while defeating anti-LGBTQ incumbents in the process.”

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 27, 2020

Grassroots Caravan Event Organized by Biden Supporters

FORT LAUDERDALE, FL – In recognition of Pride Month, LGBTQ+ Leaders, Florida LGBTQ+ Democratic Caucus members, and Joe Biden supporters have organized a Rainbow Caravan across Florida on Saturday, June 27 at 6 PM.

Mayor Dean Trantalis is participating in Fort Lauderdale and Mayor Teri Johnston is participating in Key West. The Caravans will meet at 6 PM tonight at the following locations:

KEYS
Smathers Beach
2601 S Roosevelt Blvd
Key West, FL 33040

MIAMI BEACH
Miami Beach High
2231 Prairie Ave
Miami Beach, FL 33139

BROWARD
Fort Lauderdale City Hall
100 N Andrews Ave
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301

ORLANDO
Crossroads of Lake Buena Vista
12521 FL-535
Orlando, FL 32830

TAMPA
Southern Nights
1401 East 7th Ave
Tampa, FL 33605

The Caravans will officially begin rolling through the streets of Florida at 6:20 PM. Volunteers and Joe Biden supporters who organized the Caravans, have made everyone’s safety the top priority in the planning process. All participants are encouraged to adhere to CDC guidelines on social distancing, and will follow all state and local traffic laws.

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