Gay Republican was expelled from Congress last year
Victory, Task Force, HRC, GLAAD, A4TE, and others will be in Chicago
Contours of 2024 race being shaped by the internet in unusual ways
Dozens of LGBTQ activists, elected officials participated in fundraiser
Announcement comes amid growing pressure from Democrats to step aside
Speakers included U.S. Rep. Ken Calvert (D-Calif.)
Big Tent Event took place outside the Republican National Convention on Wednesday
Former president's remarks did not otherwise address LGBTQ issues
Woody’s Milwaukee experienced a surge in traffic as a result
Weymouth, Mass., Mayor Bob Hedlund spoke with the Washington Blade
