Over 220 LGBTQ+ candidates elected in the US
The 2020 US elections have seen a record number of victorious LGBTQ+ candidates as over 220 have now been elected, with that number expected to rise as counting continues.
Sarah McBride
Mauree Turner is the first non-binary lawmaker in the US
Mauree Turner, 27, is the first non-binary lawmaker in US history after they won an election for the state house in Oklahoma’s 88th District.
US Elections: Queer Candidates Win Historic Victories
“Lavender ceiling” shattered in record turnout for 2020 election
Over 500 LGBTQ+ candidates to appear on US ballots
According to the LGBTQ+ Victory Fund, there are over 500 LGBTQ+ candidates in this year’s US elections which is more than any other voting year.
Obama endorses trans Democrat candidate
Former president Barack Obama has publicly endorsed Delaware senate candidate Sarah McBride, who if elected would be the first transgender state senator.