February 7, 2022 9:00 PM Board of Director The Rainbow Democrats Board of Directors stands united in strong opposition to the “Don’t Say Gay” bill, which aims to ban discussion of LGBTQ+ people and families in “primary schools.” The Senate version of this harmful and discriminatory bill, SB 1834, is set to appear before the… Read More
2021 Endorsements
Today the Rainbow Democrats are announcing our endorsements for the 2021 election cycle. After a careful review of statements made in our candidate questionnaire, support, and legislative records, the Caucus membership voted to endorse Commissioner Regina Hill for City of Orlando Commissioner District 5 and Nicolette Springer for City of Orlando Commissioner District 3. Rainbow… Read More
Remembering 9/11, A Statement from the President
Today we remember the lives lost in the 9/11 terrorist attacks. Lives from all walks of life were taken that day and showed the true face of America. It reinforced our countries saying given by our founders, “E Pluribus Unum” (Out of Many One). Which makes us unique in the history of human existence and… Read More
Board Of Directors Changes
The Rainbow Democrats have had some changes in its board of directors. Brandon Nelson has resigned as President, effective immediately, and Matthew Inman, Vice President, will be immediately assuming the role of President. Please see their statements below. Brandon Nelson Statement I have made the difficult decision to resign as President of the Rainbow Democrats.… Read More
Statement from Rainbow Democrats President, Brandon Nelson on Governor DeSantis Signing Anti-trans Bill.
An attack on part of our community is an attack on ALL of our community. On Tuesday, June 1st, 2021, the first day of LGBTQ+ Pride Month, Governor Ron DeSantis (R) Florida has signed the anti-trans sports ban bill (HB 1475/SB 1028) into law. This law does nothing but discriminate against transgender youth, creating an… Read More
Rainbow Democrats Board Opposes Anti-Trans Sports Ban
PRESS RELEASE Rainbow Democrats Board Opposes Anti-Trans Sports Ban ORLANDO, FLORIDA – The Rainbow Democrats Board of Directors stand united in strong opposition to HB 1475, a bill that seeks to ban transgender students from participating on sports teams at any level. The Rainbow Democrats urge members of the Florida House of Representatives to stand… Read More
Rainbow Democrats Endorse Representative Joy Goff-Marcil for re-election to HD 30 and Concilwoman Crissy Stile for HD 31
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASESeptember 21, 2020 ORLANDO, FL – Today, the Rainbow Democrats caucus have announced another round of House race endorsements. Rainbow Democrats President Brandon Nelson issued the following statement on the Caucus’ endorsements: Crissy Stile is currently a Mount Dora City Council woman. The district includes a sliver of Orange County, but the majority is in Lake County. We… Read More
It’s Primary Election Day – Statement from the Caucus President
Polls are open across the state from 7 am-7 pm. Didn’t get a chance to vote early or vote by mail? TODAY is the LAST DAY to vote in the primary! Still, holding on to your ballot by mail? It is TOO LATE to mail it! Take it directly to your voting precinct and surrender… Read More
Rainbow Democrats Endorse Sen. Victor Torres for re-election, Nicole Wilson for County Commission District 1, and Samuel Vilchez Santiago for HD 48
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 28, 2020 ORLANDO, FL – Today, the Rainbow Democrats caucus have announced another round of endorsements for candidates seeking office locally and statewide in Orange County. Rainbow Democrats President Brandon Nelson issued the following statement on the Caucus’ endorsements: “The Rainbow Democrats have voted to send Senator Victor Torres back to the State Senate… Read More
Rainbow Democrats endorse Monique Worrell for State Attorney 9th Judicial Circuit
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 29, 2020 ORLANDO, FL – Today, the Rainbow Democrats caucus have announced their endorsement in the race for State Attorney in the 9th Judicial Circuit. After a careful review of the candidates and statements, the membership of the Rainbow Democrats voted to endorse Monique Worrell. Rainbow Democrats President Brandon Nelson issued the following statement… Read More
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