By Jeff White
 
Well, well, well, here we are, ready for another round of electoral drama, darling! It’s almost time for the 2024 presidential election, and if history has taught us anything, it’s that the fate of the nation might rest on a tiny group of undecided mostly straight voters—like, a mere 10,000 of them in those oh-so-critical swing states. You got that right, darling! Pennsylvania, Wisconsin, Michigan, Georgia, Nevada, and Arizona are primed to turn the election into the ultimate showdown for your fabulous or not so fabulous future! And guess what? The LGBTQ community has the power to be the real divas of this electoral ball! So let’s make those straight folks realize they’re not the only queens on this stage!
 
 

Let’s break it down, darling! In Pennsylvania, about 5.8% of adults identify as LGBTQ, which means in a population of 13 million, there are roughly 754,000 fabulous folks strutting their stuff. Over in Wisconsin, that number sits at around 207,000, while Michigan is flexing with about 373,000. Georgia? We’ve got around 425,000 sassy souls, and Nevada is holding it down with approximately 145,000. And let’s not forget Arizona, bringing in about 286,000. So, if you’re not a math whiz, that totals a whopping 2,190,000 LGBTQ individuals! And guess what? We only need a teeny tiny fraction of that to flip the script in the 2024 election. Oh, and let’s not overlook North Carolina, which is looking more and more like a possible swing state—adding even more fabulous voters to the mix! Time to wake up and smell the glitter, darlings! It’s time to realize just how fierce our power really is!

Swing states are where elections get snatched, honey! It’s high time we recognize that our fabulous voices and votes pack a serious punch. This isn’t just a “Oh, I might vote if I can tear myself away from my Netflix binge and drag brunch, darling!”—no, darling! This is about embracing our power and strutting it wisely. Let’s show them what real influence looks like!

But here’s the tea: it’s all on the fabulous gays in the swing states this time around. No shade, but let’s be honest—they’re the ones in the spotlight, and they really hold the power to slay this election! And sure, we know there are gay Trump supporters out there—you do you, boo! But if Project 2025 hasn’t shaken the enema bottle on your bathroom shelf yet, then honey, I don’t know what will! Unlike some folks named Trump, we actually respect people’s right to choose. But let’s not get sidetracked—this is all about turning out the vote and making our fierce voices heard! But these queens can only serve up some real impact if they sashay their fabulous selves to the polls! Let’s keep it 100—sitting on the sidelines, waiting for change to happen, is as effective as rocking a tutu at a job interview. It’s adorable, but sweetie, that won’t get you the gig! Time to get in formation! It’s time for us to organize, register to vote at VOTE.ORG, and make our voices heard loud and proud. Let’s harness our bedazzling energy and channel it into action, because this election, every swing state vote counts—so swing state gays, let’s sashay into those polls and make it fabulous!

In the past, we’ve seen how a small group of voters can swing an entire election. Those 10,000 undecided voters aren’t just a statistic; they represent the potential to shift the course of history. Imagine the impact we could have if we all came together to support candidates who champion equality, justice, and the rights of every individual—especially the marginalized among us.

Let’s face it: the LGBTQ community has historically faced significant challenges, and this election is no different. The stakes are higher than a drag queen in stiletto heels, especially with Project 2025 lurking in the shadows, threatening to roll back our hard-earned rights.

Alright, my fabulous friends, listen up! It’s time to get your glittery selves registered, mobilized, and ready to slay at the polls. The future of this country is in our fabulous hands, and we’ve got the power to shape it however we like! Once we organize, we can not only choose the next president but also strut our way to determining the makeup of the House of Representatives and Senate—just like RuPaul says, “You better work!” So let’s show up, be counted, and remind everyone that the LGBTQ vote isn’t just a drop in the bucket; it’s a tidal wave of fabulousness! 

September 23, 2024 — Andrew Christian
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