WASHINGTON, DC, September 22, 2015—The National LGBTQ Task Force Action Fund is joining voting rights advocates across the country in encouraging all eligible voters to register to vote ahead of the upcoming elections this fall and next year. “LGBTQ voters cannot afford to stay home on any election. Next year’s presidential election will not only…
Read MoreCarey: GOP Debate “Revealing”
WASHINGTON, DC, August 7, 2015– The National LGBTQ Task Force Action Fund is making the following statement regarding last night’s GOP presidential debate. “Last night’s GOP debate revealed how the opponents of equality view the LGBTQ community, people who support access to reproductive health services, people who demand an end to racism and our millions…
Read MoreNational LGBTQ Groups Endorse Voting Rights Act Restoration on Law’s 50th Anniversary
WASHINGTON, DC, August 5, 2015–On the 50th anniversary of the Voting Rights Act, over 30 national LGBTQ organizations are endorsing the restoration of the law, which was gutted by the 2013 Supreme Court decision in Shelby County v. Holder. “This summer marks the 50th anniversary of the VRA’s passage and voter suppression tactics continue to…
Read MoreRestoring the Voting Rights Act
The landmark 1965 Voting Rights Act has played a pivotal role in making our democracy fairer for everyone. However, in 2013 the Supreme Court in its controversial Shelby County v. Holder ruling struck down core components of the act. Yet, from Roanoke to Ferguson, our nation clearly needs the protections of the act more than…
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National LGBTQ Task Force Action Fund Joins Congress in Introducing Equality Act
Washington, DC, July 23, 2015—Today, the National LGBTQ Task Force Action Fund joined members of Congress at a press conference at the U.S. Capitol to introduce the Equality Act. Led by Senator Merkley and Congressman Cicilline, and co-sponsored by 40 Senators and over 150 Representatives, the landmark legislation seeks to secure strong and explicit protections…
Read MoreOne for All – The Equality Act
One comprehensive non-discrimination law for ALL LGBTQ people, the Equality Act Just a few weeks ago, we celebrated the Supreme Court’s decision on marriage equality. It was huge, historic and life-changing for same-sex couples and their families and for the millions of people who believe in the power of love. Of course, marriage equality isn’t…
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