American Unity Fund

Our Gay Agenda is Freedom! American Unity Fund is an advocacy organization that advances democracy, freedom for LGBT Americans, and religious freedom. Join us!

[American Unity Fund @AmericanUnity]

May 12, 2026
American Unity Fund Issues First Slate of 2026 Endorsements to Pro-Freedom Conservatives
Sen. Collins, Reps. Fitzpatrick, Lawler and Garbarino Represent the Best of the Pro-Freedom Movement

WASHINGTON, D.C. — American Unity Fund, an advocacy organization that has played a crucial role in advancing freedom for all Americans since 2012, today announced endorsements in four federal races where pro-LGBT incumbents are up for reelection in November.

"Senator Susan Collins and Representatives Brian Fitzpatrick, Mike Lawler and Andrew Garbarino represent the best of the Pro-Freedom Movement,” said Tyler Deaton, Senior Advisor for American Unity Fund. “Each of these leaders has proven, through their votes and their voices, that their commitment to liberty extends to all Americans. They don't just talk about freedom, they vote for it.”

“When it mattered most, Senator Collins and Reps. Fitzpatrick, Garbarino and Lawler have shown up for gay Americans, transgender Americans, and Americans of faith as well,” said Deaton.

The four endorsed conservative incumbents are as follows:

[American Unity Fund @AmericanUnity]

At American Unity Fund we are still celebrating America 250 and we're still rooting for Team USA. Every day. 🇺🇸🇺🇸

[PA Republicanos @pa_republicanos]

🤔 ¿Sabías que...?

Your representatives in Harrisburg have MORE impact on your daily life than those in Washington?

State legislators decide:
📚 What kind of curriculum our kids are learning;
🏠 How much you pay in property taxes,
🚨 Whether our cities and neighborhoods are protected.

[Jon Favreau @jonfavs]

Graham Platner isn’t just our best and only chance to beat Susan Collins, he’s a good, decent man who’s struggled and grown and is always trying to do better.

I hope everyone with reservations takes a little time to get to know the real life version of him, not what the algorithm throws in our faces. Clearly, that’s what so many people in Maine have done - from all different walks of life and political persuasions.

[Jon Levine @LevineJonathan]

"That's my kinda man"

[Albert Eisenberg @Albydelphia]

Final thoughts — where does the LGBT movement go to restore credibility and reverse the drop in public support?

It'll come down to two things: humility and normalcy.

On with @whyy @cherrigregg | @AmericanUnity

[American Unity Fund @AmericanUnity]

America is the greatest, freest country on earth for LGBT people, and we are eternally grateful and proud to celebrate our country's 250th birthday.

Freedom = freedom = freedom! 🇺🇸🎆

[Mike Lawler @lawler4ny]

We are seeing an alarming rise in antisemitism across the country, and the incident that occurred on Tuesday night is a stark reminder of that. For an individual to belligerently confront me because they believed I was Jewish is shocking and unacceptable. Worse than that, however, was the antisemitic diatribe that followed — blaming Jews for a myriad of issues.

In NY-17, I’m proud to represent one of the largest Jewish populations in the United States, and I will always stand up for them and for all of my constituents.

[American Unity Fund @AmericanUnity]

Rep. @lawler4ny is one of the most independent legislators in the country — and one of the most supportive of the LGBT community!

Thank you for fighting for our right to marry, Rep. Lawler — let's get him re-elected! 🇺🇸✅

[American Unity Fund @AmericanUnity]

Rep. Mike Lawler (NY-17) — @lawler4ny has distinguished himself as a thoughtful and independent legislator who consistently backs the rights of gay and transgender Americans, including helping establish the Respect for Marriage Act to protect our right to marry. He has been a consistent champion for freedom and dignity for all Americans while in Congress, and has earned the American Unity Fund endorsement.

[American Unity Fund @AmericanUnity]

Rep. @GarbarinoforNY shows that conservatives can support LGBT and religious individuals and families. It's not a zero-sum game.
Let's get one of our strongest supporters re-elected! 🇺🇸✅

[American Unity Fund @AmericanUnity]

Rep. Andrew Garbarino (NY-02) — @GarbarinoforNY has demonstrated that conservatism is consistent with support for LGBT equality, including by serving in the Congressional LGBT Equality Caucus. He has built a record of standing up for freedom for New Yorkers and nationally during his time in Congress, advocating for the rights of all of his constituents.

[American Unity Fund @AmericanUnity]

Rep. @BrianFitzUSA has fought for LGBT Freedom for over a decade. We need to reelect him! 🇺🇸✅

[American Unity Fund @AmericanUnity]

Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-01) — @BrianFitzUSA has repeatedly crossed the aisle to defend the rights and dignity of LGBT Americans, and co-chaired the Congressional LGBT Equality Caucus. Rep. Fitzpatrick fought for the freedom to marry and serve in our military and supported nondiscrimination protections for gay and transgender Americans. American Unity Fund has proudly endorsed Rep. Fitzpatrick in prior cycles and is honored to do so again in 2026.

[American Unity Fund @AmericanUnity]

🇺🇸 @SenSusanCollins is the pro-LGBT candidate in the Maine Senate race!

[American Unity Fund @AmericanUnity]

Sen. Susan Collins (ME) — American Unity Fund has endorsed @SenSusanCollins since her 2014 race, and she has earned an endorsement again in 2026 as she runs for reelection. Sen. Collins has been supporting all Mainers before it was popular to do so, is consistently named as the most bipartisan Senator in the country, and is a leading center-right voice and champion of freedom in the Republican caucus.

[American Unity Fund @AmericanUnity]

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[American Unity Fund @AmericanUnity]

May 12, 2026
American Unity Fund Issues First Slate of 2026 Endorsements to Pro-Freedom Conservatives
Sen. Collins, Reps. Fitzpatrick, Lawler and Garbarino Represent the Best of the Pro-Freedom Movement

WASHINGTON, D.C. — American Unity Fund, an advocacy organization that has played a crucial role in advancing freedom for all Americans since 2012, today announced endorsements in four federal races where pro-LGBT incumbents are up for reelection in November.

"Senator Susan Collins and Representatives Brian Fitzpatrick, Mike Lawler and Andrew Garbarino represent the best of the Pro-Freedom Movement,” said Tyler Deaton, Senior Advisor for American Unity Fund. “Each of these leaders has proven, through their votes and their voices, that their commitment to liberty extends to all Americans. They don't just talk about freedom, they vote for it.”

“When it mattered most, Senator Collins and Reps. Fitzpatrick, Garbarino and Lawler have shown up for gay Americans, transgender Americans, and Americans of faith as well,” said Deaton.

The four endorsed conservative incumbents are as follows:

[American Unity Fund @AmericanUnity]

Rep. Mike Lawler (NY-17) — @lawler4ny has distinguished himself as a thoughtful and independent legislator who consistently backs the rights of gay and transgender Americans, including helping establish the Respect for Marriage Act to protect our right to marry. He has been a consistent champion for freedom and dignity for all Americans while in Congress, and has earned the American Unity Fund endorsement.

[Better Maine @MaineLogic]

New poll shows Susan Collins with a double-digit lead over neo-Nazi Graham Platner.

[American Unity Fund @AmericanUnity]

American Unity Fund is proud to issue its first endorsements of the 2026 cycle, including @RepBrianFitz for reelection! 🇺🇸

Rep. Fitzpatrick represents the best of the pro-freedom movement, having fought for the freedom to marry and serve in our military and supported nondiscrimination protections for LGBT Americans.

AUF has proudly endorsed Rep. Fitzpatrick in prior cycles and is honored to do so again in 2026.