The Power in Politics

June 2023, California State Capital, Sacramento — Large photo of drag artist Heklina with members of the LGBTQ+ California State Legislative Caucus at the award ceremony where Trustee Adam Spickler was honored as John Laird’s 2023 “Queer Person of the Year” award.

The Power in Politics

About the Workshop 

Presenters: Joe Thompson (they/them) and Adam Spicker (they/he) 

Youth and Adult Led 

Level: Intermediate 

For: Both middle and high school students 

Description: In this workshop, we will discuss the important of LGBTQIA+ representation in politics including how it is to run for office, how to run for elected office, and even without running how to be active in politics to benefit LGBTQIA+ people in other aspects. 

About the Presenters 

Joe Thompson (they/them) is a labor union organizer and activist. They are also a third-year UCSC student studying politics, and identify as gay and nonbinary. 

Adam Spickler (they/he) is a Cabrillo College Trustee and the first Transgender man elected in California. They also work for the County of Santa Cruz and are active in the Democratic party.

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