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 […]
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June 12th, 2017 
Florida LGBTQ+ Democratic Caucus 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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Comments Off on Caucus Statement on the 1st Commemoration of the Pulse Shooting2017 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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Tags: Brian Lee Comments Off on May Membership Meeting with Special Guest Brian LeeCapital 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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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 […]
Posted in Community Events, News, State Issues Comments Off on Silenced No More: Felon Rights RestorationFDP Statement on Trump’s Attack on Transgender Students
February 23rd, 2017 Florida LGBTQ+ Democratic Caucus Today, following Donald Trump’s rollback of the Obama administration’s protections of transgender students, Florida LGBTA Democratic Caucus President Terry Fleming issued the following statement: “Democrats believe that everyone should be treated fairly with the respect and dignity they deserve — especially our students. Every child deserves to be able go to school without fear of being bullied […]
Posted in News, State Issues Comments Off on FDP Statement on Trump’s Attack on Transgender StudentsFlorida LGBTA Democratic Caucus Denounces Trump Title IX Decision
February 22nd, 2017 Florida LGBTQ+ Democratic Caucus The Florida LGBTA Democratic Caucus condemns the disgraceful decision by the current Administration to exclude transgender students from protective guidance under Title IX put in place by the Obama Administration. This completely contradicts the Jan 30 statement from the White House that it would “be respectful and supportive of LGBT rights.” Along with the National […]
Posted in News, State Issues Comments Off on Florida LGBTA Democratic Caucus Denounces Trump Title IX DecisionFlorida LGBTA Democratic Caucus Lauds the City of Jacksonville
February 14th, 2017 Florida LGBTQ+ Democratic Caucus The Florida LGBTA Democratic Caucus celebrates the passage of a comprehensive Human Rights Ordinance by the Jacksonville City Council that bans discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation and gender identity & expression. We congratulate those who worked to secure this victory! A half a decade in the making, successful passage was secured by a […]
Posted in News, State Issues Comments Off on Florida LGBTA Democratic Caucus Lauds the City of JacksonvilleCall for Officer Nominations
February 13th, 2017 Andy Janecek The Nominating Committee is now accepting nominations for officers of the Florida LGBTA Democratic Caucus. Nominations will be accepted until February 22, 2017, and NO LATER. Names of nominees may be sent via email to the Nominating Committee at nominations@floridalgbtademocrats.org. Any member in good standing may nominate a person for office or may have their […]
