Maine's trans refuge bill

Maine joins the 15 other states that have taken steps to protect trans people. [LGBTQ+ Victory Institute logo]( Friend: In April, Maine Governor Janet Mills signed a groundbreaking bill into law, making Maine a sanctuary state for trans people and those seeking abortions. This legislation was championed by a coalition of dedicated pro-equality elected officials, including the trailblazing LGBTQ+ Representative Laurie Osher. Despite facing bomb threats and intense opposition, these courageous leaders stood firm in their commitment to protect and uplift marginalized communities. Maine signs trans and abortion sanctuary bill into law, despite violent threats –- [The Advocate]( Maine joins the 15 other states that have taken steps to protect trans people – and our LGBTQ+ elected officials are leading the charge. Now, we want to train the next rainbow wave and ensure more pro-LGBTQ bills get signed into law. [Pitch in today to keep this essential work moving forward!]( If you've saved your payment information with ActBlue Express, your donation will go through immediately: [Express Donate: $3]( [Express Donate: $15]( [Express Donate: $35]( [Or, donate another amount]( The candidates who win in 2024 will decide who has access to healthcare. They'll decide who can get married, who can be out at work and whose stories can be told in schools. It’s clear that LGBTQ+ elected officials are working overtime to protect our rights – and we must send them reinforcements. We need leaders who will take action to keep anti-equality bigots OUT of our bedrooms and stop the assault on LGBTQ+ rights. [If you’re committed to electing these candidates, defending LGBTQ+ rights and preserving equality, pitch in here!]( If you've saved your payment information with ActBlue Express, your donation will go through immediately: [Express Donate: $3]( [Express Donate: $15]( [Express Donate: $35]( [Or, donate another amount]( Thank you, Elliot Imse Pronouns: he|him|his Executive Director, LGBTQ+ Victory Institute P.S. Let's keep this momentum going! [Your support is crucial in training the next generation of LGBTQ+ leaders who will continue to fight for our rights and defeat anti-trans legislation. Donate today to put us one step closer to achieving our Give Out Day Goal!]( [DONATE]( LGBTQ+ Victory Institute is a global organization dedicated to elevating out LGBTQ+ leaders who can further equality at all levels of government. Through our [global]( and [domestic]( trainings, [professional development programs]( and [yearly conferences]( Victory Institute prepares hundreds of out individuals to launch an influential careers in politics, government, business and advocacy. Many of our trainees join the more than [1,000 out LGBTQ+ elected and appointed officials]( now serving around the world. [You can power our work and the next Rainbow Wave with a donation today!]( [DONATE TODAY]( [DONATE MONTHLY]( FOLLOW ALONG: [Instagram]( [Facebook]( [Twitter]( [YouTube]( LGBTQ+ Victory Institute is a tax-exempt organization as described in Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code; EIN 52-1835268. LGBTQ+ Victory Fund 1225 I Street NW, Suite 525 Washington, DC 20005 United States This email was sent to {EMAIL}. Don't unsubscribe just yet — you can change how many & what type of emails you receive [by updating your account here](. Unsubscribing will remove you from ALL Victory Institute email contact. If you believe you received this message in error or wish to no longer receive ANY email from us, please [unsubscribe](.