Today is election day, and we know that the results of this election will have huge impacts on our community for years to come. Today is our opportunity to voice our views and to fight for our liberation from the top to the bottom of the ballot. Make certain that you give yourself the time to vote or to drop off your mail in ballot at a polling location or at an official ballot drop off location today.
Many of us will have our eyes on Massachusetts as trans rights are at stake, and we know that every election outcome will have some impact on the LGBTQ community. Do what you can to help others to vote today if you are able. Know that as we all watch those results trickle in – no matter what – our legacy will be one of continuing to fight, and together we will Persist with Pride.
Fernando Lopez is the Executive Director of San Diego Pride. Lopez’s years of LGBT advocacy, nonprofit management, public education, diversity consulting, media relations, guest lectures, and organizing have made them a consistent presence ensuring the struggles of the LGBT community are ever visible.
