Staff Reports
Jill Biden, the wife of President Joe Biden, spoke to LGBTQ voters to support her husband’s campaign for reelection. During her speech, she criticized likely rival Donald Trump, calling him a “bully” and stating that he poses a danger to their community. She urged LGBTQ members to actively work to prevent the Republican candidate from winning the upcoming election.
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Biden expressed concern about external forces attempting to undo the progress made by the LGBTQ community and the passage of laws targeting their rights in various states. She emphasized the importance of mobilizing support for the Democratic ticket in the lead-up to the November election.
Given the strong support for Biden among this demographic in the previous election, it is crucial for the president to maintain their backing, especially as he faces challenges with low public approval and waning support from other crucial groups.
The event, organized by the Human Rights Campaign, received attention following the launch of “Out for Biden-Harris,” an initiative created by the president’s reelection campaign to engage LGBTQ voters.
During her address, Jill Biden highlighted her husband’s advocacy for LGBTQ rights, citing his support for the Respect for Marriage Act, lifting the ban on blood donations from gay and bisexual men, allowing transgender individuals to serve openly in the military, and opposing conversion therapy. She emphasized the need to defend these achievements against attempts to undermine them.
The Trump campaign did not immediately respond to Biden’s remarks. Nonetheless, the president’s wife reassured the LGBTQ community that their victories will be protected and that their rights will not be compromised by any external forces.
Jill Biden’s outreach to LGBTQ voters underscores the commitment of the Biden-Harris campaign to secure and maintain the support of this community. Her message reinforces the importance of actively engaging and mobilizing LGBTQ voters in preparation for the upcoming election.
