"Evan Low described the coming elections as a stress test for LGBTQ+ political power, unfolding amid a climate of fear, distortion, and an unprecedented wave of anti-LGBTQ+ legislation."
"Low characterized the moment as one of urgency and hope, even as the community faces laser-focused efforts to legislate us out of existence."
"In Connecticut, State Treasurer Erick Russell, the first out gay Black man elected to statewide office in the United States, is seeking to continue a tenure described as steady and fiscally grounded."
The LGBTQ+ Victory Fund endorsed 35 candidates across 19 states, aiming to enhance LGBTQ+ political power as rights face renewed challenges in the 2026 election cycle. This brings the total endorsements to 163 candidates nationwide, reflecting a long-term strategy to build representation from local offices to national influence. The urgency of this effort is underscored by a climate of fear and anti-LGBTQ+ legislation. Key figures like Evan Low emphasize the upcoming elections as a critical test for LGBTQ+ political strength.
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