Trans woman beats 'chief homophobe' in historic Virginia race

History was made in Virginia on Tuesday when a 33-year-old woman became the state’s first openly transgender elected official.

And to top off the momentous win, Democrat Danica Roem unseated a Republican incumbent who calls himself the state’s “chief homophobe.”

Roem, a journalist and metal-loving mom, beat out 26-year incumbent Robert G. Marshall, 73, for the House of Delegates seat that represents Prince William County.

The win had LGBTQ advocates — and Democrats seeking to turn the tide against Trumpian-style candidates — cheering.  Read more…

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Source: Mashable | Trans woman beats 'chief homophobe' in historic Virginia race