Simone Bell

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In December of 2009, Simone Bell made history by winning a seat in the Georgia state House of Representatives, making her the first openly lesbian African American to win a seat in a state legislature.

Since she won a special election, however, Simone will need to hang on to that seat for a full term in order to have time to fight for the causes she believes in, including access to affordable healthcare, fighting HIV/AIDS stigma and discrimination, safe schools for all children and LGBT equality. Since Simone represents areas of Atlanta with a high concentration of LGBT residents, she will be unafraid to speak up on the House floor.

Simone’s tireless community activism and policy expertise earned her the support of a variety of local politicians, including Georgia state Rep. Margaret Kaiser.

“Good schools are the foundation of strong neighborhoods, and Simone Bell understands,” she said. “I need her help at the State Capitol to turn around the education budget cuts.”

Simone is unapologetic in her outspoken stances on social justice and other issues. She hopes to inject progressive values into the debate in the Georgia House.

 “I am committed to fighting for and supporting legislation and policies that reflect the voice of the people,” said Simone. “I'm prepared to work on the state level to build a more progressive Georgia that will thrive and flourish and look forward to your support.”

Simone’s history of advocacy for the LGBT community is extensive. She currently works as a community educator for Lambda Legal’s southern region office, Simone has also worked at the Atlanta Lesbian Health Initiative. Furthermore, she has participated in ADORE, a college based organization developed to support LGBT students of color at Agnes Scott College, as well as ZAMI, Atlanta’s premier organization for Lesbians of African descent.  

Help support this barrier-breaking leader today by donating to her campaign.

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