About

The Houston GLBT Political Caucus (HGLBTPC) is the South's oldest civil rights organization dedicated solely to the advancement of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender rights. Founded in 1975, it is the largest gay political organization in the city of Houston and Harris County. The HGLBTPC is nonpartisan and endorses candidates on the basis of their support for GLBT rights, regardless of political party.

The HGLBTPC continues to mobilize the city's gay and gay-friendly voters, elect pro-GLBT candidates, and influence local, state, and national elections. Although the organization is nonpartisan, Republican candidates have mostly shied away from seeking its endorsement. But the Caucus continues to welcome any candidate who is willing to stand against discrimination and to support equal rights for GLBT individuals.

The main roles that the organization fills are screening and endorsing candidates, registering voters, organizing efforts to turn out the gay vote (including block walks, phone banks, and other grassroots activities), and holding elected officials accountable for their actions once in office.