LGBTQ Victory Fund Endorses Jackson for Red Bank Council

RED BANK, NJ — The LGBTQ Victory Fund, the only national organization dedicated to electing LGBTQ people to public office, has endorsed John Jackson for Red Bank Council, according to the organization.

LGBTQ people remain severely underrepresented in government nationwide – holding just 0.2 percent of elected positions despite representing at least 7.1 percent of the U.S. population, according to LGBTQ Victory Institute.

Jackson's election would ensure that Red Bank continues to have LGBTQ representation in local government, Jackson said.

As an out LGBTQ leader, Jackson will be an "unwavering voice for equality on the Red Bank Council," according to a news release.

"Their priorities in office will include smart development versus overdevelopment, continued financial responsibility, and ensuring quality of life for all residents, including those who identify as LGBTQ," Jackson said in the statement.

Jackson has a long history of supporting and advocating for LGBTQ causes. They have been a member of the NJ and Monmouth County Democrats LGBTQ caucus for years. They also volunteered for GMHC in New York City where they were assigned as a Buddy to a person living with HIV.

Victory Fund will promote Jackson’s endorsement among its hundreds of thousands of supporters nationwide. More information about Victory Fund can be found at victoryfund.org.

Jackson is the running mate of current Democratic Councilwoman Angela Mirandi.

They are being challenged by former Councilman Mark D. Taylor and Jonathan Maciel Penney, Republicans.