SXSW Interactive 2016
Marriage Equality: Where Do We Go From Here?
Now that the Supreme Court has ruled in favor of Marriage Equality, what happens next? (Especially for Conservatives) How did digital and grassroots activism play into the movement's success? What role did millennials play? Hear from DC-based professionals who were at the forefront of the campaign discuss what they learned about activism, strategy and young Americans along the way. This is your chance to ask them questions about what they experienced and what they think the future holds for the Republican Party and the Conservative LGBT population.
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Takeaways
- Do you believe Republicans have the opportunity to win over moderate and independent voters (especially 18-34 year-olds) if they embrace equality?
- Do you think digital or grassroots activism played more of a role in the campaign's success?
- What's the future of the Marriage Equality movement look like, especially with Conservatives?
Speakers
- Seth Guidry, Director of Events and Strategic Relations, Generation Opportunity
- Jerri Ann Henry, Campaign Manager, Freedom to Marry
- Julie Germany, COO, Generation Opportunity
- Tyler Deaton, Senior Analyst , American Unity Fund
Organizer
Seth Guidry, Dir of Events & Strategic Rel, Generation Opportunity
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