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
Trump-supporting domestic terrorists attempt coup to overthrow the United States government
Rainbow Democrats President Brandon Nelson issued the following scathing statement on yesterday’s events at the nation’s capital: I will not mince words when I say this: what happened yesterday at our nation’s capital was a grotesque display of domestic terrorism at the hands of white supremacists, led by the United States’ sitting President, Donald John… Read More
World AIDS Day 12.1.2020 – Statement from the Caucus President
Rainbow Democrats President Brandon Nelson released the following statement on World AIDS Day 2020: What began 32 years ago to bring awareness to and fight against the HIV/AIDS pandemic, World AIDS Day continues to draw attention to this ongoing global epidemic. It is also a day to stand in solidarity with those living with HIV… 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
U.S. Rep. John Lewis Passing
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJuly 18, 2020 ORLANDO, FL – Rainbow Democrats President Brandon Nelson issued the following statement on the passing of John Lewis: “The world lost a civil rights icon last night. We are deeply indebted to your servitude and commitment to equal rights for all. You taught us that the right to vote is a sacred right that should… Read More
National Doctors Day, March 30
A message from Brandon Nelson, President of the Rainbow Democrats. With March 30 being National Doctors Day, let’s take the time to thank our Doctors, Nurses, and all those working in the medical field during these uncertain times. As the numbers continue to climb in the US and around the world due to the COVID19… Read More
World AIDS Day 2019 – Statement From the Caucus President
Rainbow Democrats President Brandon Nelson released the following statement on World AIDS Day 2019: “World AIDS Day was established in 1988 to bring awareness to and fight against the HIV/AIDS virus. It is also a day to stand in solidarity with those who are living with HIV, and to honor those who have died from… Read More
Transgender Day Of Remembrance – Statement from the Caucus President
Transgender advocate Gwendolyn Ann Smith started the first Transgender Day Of Remembrance (TDOR) as a vigil in 1999 to honor the memory of Rita Hester, a transgender woman, who was killed in 1998. Since its inception, TDOR seeks to honor the lives and memories of transgender people who fell victim to transphobic-related violence. On this… Read More
Veterans Day Statement
Brandon Nelson, President of the Rainbow Democrats caucus issued the following statement on Veteran’s Day: “As we take a moment to thank our Veterans and current service members for their tireless commitment to service to our country, we want to especially thank LGBTQ+ veterans and service members who served with honor and distinction, even under… Read More
