Houston LGBTQ+ Political Caucus

08/13/2024

🚨ENDORSEMENT ALERT🚨

The Houston LGBTQ+ Political Caucus has endorsed Amanda Edwards in the CD-18 Precinct Chair Election.

08/12/2024

Read our statement on Mayor Whitmire's proposed ordinance banning protests at targeted dwellings.

08/02/2024

We’ll miss you, Congresswoman 💕

07/20/2024

Our statement on the passing of Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee.

07/09/2024

Please share! Our membership tomorrow, July 10, is cancelled.

06/26/2024

🚨 Hot off the press! 🚨

Get your limited edition The Truly Gay Ones fan at our next membership meeting on July 10 for $15. They’re perfect for keeping you cool during these HOT summer months 🥵

06/18/2024

🚨 DATE CHANGE 🚨

Due to potential severe weather tomorrow, we're moving our Freedom and Pride Volunteer Appreciation Party: Unity in Service to Tuesday, June 25 from 6-8 PM. Come celebrate Pride, Juneteenth, and all of our wonderful volunteers!

We hope to see you there!

06/15/2024

Three Caucus VPs in one photo!

VP Porscha Brown () attended Judge Fran Watson’s () investiture today, marking the first time a Black judge will preside over a Harris County Probate Court. We were so proud to support Judge Watson’s campaign, and we know she’s going to be outstanding!

Please congratulate our newest Harris Count Probate Court judge! 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

06/15/2024

Today is Election Day for the Uniform Runoff! 🗳️

Be sure to cast your ballot for our endorsed ✅ candidates. Polls are open until 7️⃣p. Check wait times and locations 📍 at harrisvotes.com.

06/06/2024

Our statement on the ongoing legal battle over the 180th District Court.

Also linked on our website here:https://www.thecaucus.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Houston-LGBTQ-Political-Caucus-Statement-on-180th-District-Court-Legal-Battle.pdf

06/05/2024

Today is a great day to vote for our endorsed candidates in the Uniform Runoff Election! 🗳️

Early voting runs through June 11, and polls are open 7️⃣ AM to 7️⃣ PM. Visit harrisvotes.com to find your nearest polling location and wait times.

06/04/2024

Our President () and Vice President () were proud to be present at Commissioners Court this morning when Commissioner brought forth a resolution recognizing June as LGBTQIA+ Pride Month in Harris County.

Vice President Brown spoke in favor of the resolution, highlighting the increased attacks on the trans and non-binary communities, the attacks on trans youth and their parents, and the need for allies to continue standing with and fighting alongside us for equality 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

05/31/2024

Families with Pride has been postponed due to weather. Stay tuned for a reschedule, and be safe!

05/30/2024

Office of Council Member Abbie Kamin's third annual Families with Pride is in just 2 days! Hosted in partnership with the Greater Houston LGBTQ Chamber of Commerce the event will be held at Discovery Green.

This exciting family-friendly event is dedicated to LGBTQIA+ children, families, and allies as part of Houston's Pride Month festivities. Hope to see you there!

05/28/2024

Join us THIS Saturday, June 1 from 8:30-11:30 AM for Office of Council Member Abbie Kamin's third annual Families with Pride! Hosted in partnership with the Greater Houston LGBTQ Chamber of Commerce the event will be held at Discovery Green.

This exciting family-friendly event is dedicated to LGBTQIA+ children, families, and allies as part of Houston's Pride Month festivities. Hope to see you there!

05/28/2024

Today is Election Day for the Primary Runoff! 🗳️

Be sure to cast your ballot for our endorsed ✅ candidates. Download our endorsement card at https://pac.thecaucus.org/endorsements and bring it with you to the polls.

Polls are open until 7️⃣p. Check wait times and locations 📍 at https://harrisvotes.com.

05/24/2024

Join us for two last days of action for our endorsed candidates!

Lauren Ashley Simmons for State Representative District 146 - Saturday, May 25 from 10 AM - 4 PM
Register here: https://secure.everyaction.com/YbV62bK8rUSxtmdH9VwSEw2/?sourceid=1062115

Molly Cook for Texas Senate
Saturday, May 25 from 9 AM - 7:30 PM
Register here: https://www.mobilize.us/mollyfortexas/event/626916/

05/20/2024

Today is the first day of early voting for the Primary Runoff! Polls are open 7a-7p and Friday is the last day to early vote.

Download our endorsements and take them with you to the polls: https://pac.thecaucus.org/endorsements

05/11/2024

Shawn Thierry is wrong on trans healthcare, and she's wrong for HD-146. Vote Lauren Ashley Simmons for State Representative District 146 in the Primary Runoff on May 28. Early Voting runs May 20-24.

05/10/2024

Thanks for the feature OutSmart Magazine! Remember to vote for Lauren Ashley Simmons for State Representative District 146 in the Primary Runoff.

Early Vote ⏰ May 20-24
Election Day 🗳️ May 28

View all our endorsements ✅ at https://pac.thecaucus.org/endorsements.

Houston LGBTQ+ Political Caucus condemns State Rep. Shawn Thierry for anti-trans rhetoric.

05/10/2024

We are ELATED for this monumental win for our community and for the constituents of Senate District 15. Congratulations to Molly Cook, onward to the Runoff!

Early Vote ⏰ May 20-24
Election Day 🗳️ May 28

View all our endorsements ✅ at https://pac.thecaucus.org/endorsements.

Cook, a nurse and community organizer, has said that trans Texans are “in the cross hairs of hateful policymaking.”

05/09/2024

HD-146 deserves better. Trans youth of Texas deserve better. Vote Lauren Ashley Simmons for State Representative District 146 in the Primary Runoff. Early Voting runs May 20-24 and Election Day is May 28 🗳️🏳️‍⚧️

04/07/2024

Let us clarify what we posted last night. See the second image for the original statement, which we still stand by.

04/06/2024

03/05/2024

Register for our 2024 Primary Runoff Endorsement Meeting happening virtually on Zoom on Saturday, March 9 at 9 a.m. We will also be considering candidates for the May 4 Elections.

Register now: https://tally.so/r/mODJjR

03/01/2024

Heard there was some confusion about who we are…just dropping this here 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

01/28/2024

Our 2024 Primary Election Endorsements are up on our PAC website! Check them out here: https://pac.thecaucus.org/endorsements/

Check out our press release from yesterday's meeting here:https://www.thecaucus.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Houston-LGBTQ-Political-Caucus-PAC-Endorses-in-the-2024-Primary-Elections.pdf

View our 2024 Primary Election Endorsements today!

01/06/2024

Today is the final deadline to submit screening questionnaires to be considered for endorsement in the Primary Election. You must submit by 11:59 PM CST, no exceptions. Only CONTESTED races should submit. Visit pac.thecaucus.org/screening to submit your questionnaire.

All questions regarding screening should be sent to [email protected].

12/28/2023

Today is the LAST day to become a member of The Caucus in order to vote at our January 27 Primary Elections Endorsement Meeting. You must become a member by 11:59 PM CT, there are no exceptions to this rule.

Not sure of your membership status? Email [email protected]. Become a member by visiting our website: https://thecaucus.org/membership.