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
