Three LGBTQ Women Make Congressional History Together
Three groundbreaking LGBTQ women were sworn into Congress, marking a historic moment for representation and inclusion in politics
LGBTQ, Congress, Sarah McBride, Emily Randall, Julie Johnson, Washington D.C., USA
Washington D.C.: Three incredible LGBTQ women made history on Friday when they were sworn into the 119th Congress. It’s a big deal! Rep. Sarah McBride from Delaware is the first openly transgender person elected to Congress. Rep. Emily Randall from Washington is the first out queer Latina, and Rep. Julie Johnson from Texas is the first out LGBTQ person from the South. How cool is that?
These three ladies are part of a larger wave of LGBTQ candidates who ran for office and won in November. Now, there are 13 openly LGBTQ elected officials in Congress, which is pretty amazing. It’s a step forward for representation!
Sarah McBride isn’t new to making history. She previously served as Delaware’s first openly trans state senator and even spoke at the 2016 Democratic National Convention. She took the Amtrak to D.C. with her family, excited for her swearing-in. “I am ready, I am excited, so let’s go get sworn in to Congress,” she shared on Instagram.
Emily Randall, who flipped a Republican-held seat in the Washington state Senate, decided to run for office after the 2016 election. She’s passionate about healthcare access, especially after her sister faced challenges due to disabilities. She expressed her excitement on social media as she approached the Capitol, feeling honored to represent her district.
Then there’s Julie Johnson, who made waves in Texas as the first member of the House with a same-gender spouse. She ran on a platform focused on protecting abortion access and strengthening gun laws. With years of experience as an attorney, she’s ready to work hard for all Texans.
This is such an inspiring moment for so many people. It shows that progress is happening, and representation matters. Let’s celebrate these trailblazers!