Correspondences were between VP candidate, transgender law school classmate
President noted his early support for same-sex marriage
Dozens of LGBTQ activists, elected officials participated in fundraiser
Advocacy groups praise vice president, President Biden
Announcement comes amid growing pressure from Democrats to step aside
Speakers included U.S. Rep. Ken Calvert (D-Calif.) and Senate candidate Eric Hovde
Big Tent Event took place outside the Republican National Convention on Wednesday
Former president's remarks did not otherwise address LGBTQ issues
Woody's Milwaukee experienced a surge in traffic as a result
Weymouth, Mass., Mayor Bob Hedlund spoke with the Washington Blade