Name: Do LGBTQ+ Candidates Have to Act Straight to Win Elections? @PBSTotheContrary
Uploaded: 2026-07-11T01:29:31-0400
Duration: 8 min 17 s
Description: This week on To The Contrary, Bonnie Erbé explores the true electability of LGBTQ+ candidates. While voters are more open than ever, a new study suggests winning still relies on narrow, traditional gender norms. Do candidates have to act straight to win? Guests Dr. Melissa Michelson and Dr. Jenn M. Jackson break down the unique biases facing LGBTQ+ candidates.

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Do LGBTQ+ Candidates Have to Act Straight to Win Elections?