What is Fighting for the Majority? 

In 1998, after a Republican-controlled legislature overrode Governor Locke’s veto to create the state’s so-called Defense of Marriage Act, a dedicated group of gay and lesbian citizens recognized that if the LGBTQIA+ community were to advance civil rights at the state level they would need to get involved in electoral process in a clear and powerful way. They decided to create a fundraiser to help elect legislators who would stand for equality. By and large, Democrats were the only candidates and legislators willing to do so, so the event benefited Democrats. These citizens dubbed the successful fundraiser Fighting for the Majority. It became an annual event, and today Fighting for the Majority raises more “hard” money to support the Democratic caucuses than any other fundraiser.

Why give to Fighting for the Majority?

Funds raised by Fighting for the Majority go to directly support the election of Democratic legislators in swing districts via the House Democratic Campaign Committee and the Washington Senate Democratic Campaign (HDCC and WSDC). Armed with electoral expertise, research and polling, the WSDC and HDCC dynamically target our funds to the swing districts where they are most needed. This means, of course, Democratic legislative candidates who don’t necessarily have a large or obvious LGBTQIA+ constituency in their districts nevertheless will receive LGBTQIA+ support. This raises the awareness that the LGBTQIA+ community is an important constituency for all Democrats in the Legislature.

How does Fighting for the Majority Work?

Fighting for the Majority is one of simplest fundraisers ever. Volunteers serve on the organizing committee, and they help get the word out.  Individuals can sponsor the event starting at the $200 level, and couples may sponsor starting at $300. Sponsors will be recognized on the printed invitation to the event if they make their sponsorship contribution by September 28, 2023. The expense of the event is minimal, so nearly all the funds raised go directly to support the retention of a Democratic majority in the Legislature. You can make a contribution by following the link here.