The next meeting of the Capital Equality Democratic Caucus will be held on Wednesday, July 12, 2017, at 6:30pm. This month’s meeting will include a casual conversation about upcoming events and opportunities to get engaged. The membership meeting will be held at Waterworks, 1133 Thomasville Road, Tallahassee, and is open to all Democrats. Grab a […]
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Call Governor Rick Scott: Add LGBT Protections NOW!
June 12th, 2017 
Florida LGBTQ+ Democratic Caucus As we mourn the Pulse 49 on this date, we also demand both action and recognition from our elected officials in memory of the victims. Governor Rick Scott proclaimed today as “Pulse Remembrance Day” and while that symbolic gesture is appreciated, more concrete action is required. His staff has stated that an executive order protecting […]
Caucus Statement on the 1st Commemoration of the Pulse Shooting
June 12th, 2017 Florida LGBTQ+ Democratic Caucus Orlando – The Florida LGBTA Democratic Caucus joins with LGBTA Floridians from Pensacola to Key West this morning as we remember the victims of the Pulse tragedy one year later. We thank all those who have come together these past few days leading up to June 12 to remember the Pulse 49, to comfort one […]
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Capital Equality Annual Membership Meeting
June 7th, 2017 Capital Equality Democratic Caucus Join the Capital Equality Democratic Caucus for our annual membership meeting on Wednesday, June 14th, at 6:30pm. This is a great opportunity to learn more about our organization and how you can get involved to ensure that the LGBTQ community remains represented within local, state, and federal Democratic politics. Support the PARTY that supports YOUR […]
2017 LGBT Pride Month
June 1st, 2017 Florida LGBTQ+ Democratic Caucus The Florida LGBTA Democratic Caucus wishes all of our members, friends and supporters a happy and safe Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Pride Month! We take time this month to honor all those who have fought to ensure that we are able to be honest and open about our selves, our lives and our families. […]
May Membership Meeting with Special Guest Brian Lee
May 2nd, 2017 Capital Equality Democratic Caucus The next meeting of the Capital Equality Democratic Caucus will be held on Wednesday, May 10, 2017, at 6:30pm. Leon County Soil and Water Conservation District Supervisor Brian Lee will be discussing environmental issues impacting North Florida and our state. The membership meeting will be held at Milano Pizzeria, 514 W. Tharpe Street, Tallahassee, and […]
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April 10th, 2017 Capital Equality Democratic Caucus The next meeting of the Capital Equality Democratic Caucus will be held on Wednesday, April 12, 2017, at 6:30pm. Nicole Soza of the Tallahassee Chapter of Democratic Socialists of America and Lakey Love of Women’s March Florida Tallahassee/Panhandle Chapter will be providing information about their organizations and priorities. Additionally, attorney Desmond Meade will be discussing […]
Posted in Community Events, Local Issues, News Comments Off on April Membership Meeting with Guest SpeakersCapital Equality Opposes Anti-LGBTQ Appointment to Constitution Revision Commission
March 7th, 2017 Capital Equality Democratic Caucus Last night, the Republican Speaker of the Florida House of Representatives announced his appointments to Florida’s Constitution Revision Commission. His appointments included radical extremist John Stemberger, president of the anti-family group: the Florida Family Policy Council (FFPC). Despite claiming a long history of service to Florida’s families, Stemberger has done just the opposite. He led […]
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Mayor Gillum Announces Campaign for Governor
March 1st, 2017 Capital Equality Democratic Caucus This Saturday in Kleman Plaza, you have an opportunity to help kick off Mayor Gillum’s campaign. The festivities begin at 11am. Don’t miss this chance to get the 2018 election cycle off to a positive start!
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Silenced No More: Felon Rights Restoration
March 1st, 2017 Capital Equality Democratic Caucus In lieu of our standard membership meeting, this month you’re invited to join the Big Bend Democratic Progressive Caucus, Capital Equality Democratic Caucus, Leon County Democratic Black Caucus, and the Leon County Democratic Party for a discussion on the status of civil rights restoration for felons in Florida. This event is free and open to the […]
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