{"id":922607,"date":"2024-11-06T13:48:11","date_gmt":"2024-11-06T18:48:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/glaad.org\/?p=922607"},"modified":"2024-11-07T12:55:36","modified_gmt":"2024-11-07T17:55:36","slug":"groundbreaking-wins-from-transgender-candidates","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/glaad.org\/groundbreaking-wins-from-transgender-candidates\/","title":{"rendered":"Groundbreaking Wins from Transgender Candidates"},"content":{"rendered":"

Last night marked a historic moment for transgender representation in American politics, with several groundbreaking victories across the country.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Sarah McBride, a Democrat from Delaware, <\/span>made history<\/span><\/a> by becoming the first out transgender person elected to the U.S. Congress. McBride was elected by 58% of the vote in Delaware. She previously served in the Delaware state senate.<\/span><\/p>\n

GLAAD President and CEO said, \u201cThe election of Sarah McBride is groundbreaking for the transgender community and our entire country, and it is no surprise. Sarah is a spectacular public servant who works her heart out to improve people\u2019s lives. Sarah\u2019s win is a victory for transgender visibility, and should serve as a reminder that trans people should of course be free to be themselves and contribute their talents. Her voice and presence will ensure that Congress better represents the best of America. Congratulations to Sarah and to her constituents on this historic milestone that will accelerate acceptance for all transgender people.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

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