It was a night of historic firsts for the LGBTQ community, including Maura Healey becoming the first open lesbian to be elected governor of a state. Election2022
and became the first state in the country to elect a transgender man into their legislature. “From safeguarding reproductive rights to increasing investment in New Hampshire’s education and health care systems, James is well prepared to enact legislation that will deliver lasting results for his community,” Annise Parker, president and CEO of the LGBTQ Victory Fund and a former mayor of Houston,
. “Trans people – and trans men in particular – remain severely underrepresented in government at every level, but we are confident his win will inspire many more trans people to run for office.”as the state’s first Black governor. In his acceptance speech, Moore thanked voters for believing in “the son of an immigrant.”statement on Twitter
. “But I also know I’m not the first one to try. This is just more proof that progress is possible in Maryland. And I am humbled to be a part of this legacy.” "You believed in a son of an immigrant," Wes Moore said to supporters after his historic win in Maryland. Moore will become Maryland's first Black governor, reclaiming the office from the GOP in a state where Democrats outnumber Republicans 2-1.
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