Democrat Danica Roem, who sings for the metal group Cab Ride Home, previously made history as the first openly transgender state lawmaker and has now been re-elected. Roem reclaimed her seat in the 13th District in the Virginia House of Delegates after beating Republican Kelly McGinn by a 57-43 margin.
Alphonso David, Human Rights Campaign President, told The Daily Beast the following:
“Danica Roem has once again made history, becoming the longest-serving and first openly transgender elected official to be re-elected in our nation’s history. Throughout her tenure in the House of Delegates, Roem has remained focused on the needs of her constituents, despite hateful and divisive attacks from anti-LGBTQ groups and her opponents.”
Erin Uritus, CEO of Out & Equal, also commented:
“Two years ago, Danica Roem broke an important barrier when she became the first openly transgender person elected to the Virginia statehouse. Today, she made history again as the first to be re-elected! This historic victory is a meaningful affirmation that transgender Americans belong in every aspect of public life — at work, in our armed forces, and in elected office.”
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