Scott Wiener set to become San Francisco’s first openly gay congressman

Scott Wiener, who grew up in New Jersey and came out as gay in his teens, is poised to become San Francisco’s first openly gay congressman, the San Francisco Standard reported.

Wiener's journey reflects a broader history of LGBTQ+ political progress in San Francisco, a city known for its activism and diverse representation.

The Standard recalls that in 1987, Harry Britt, an openly gay politician, nearly defeated Nancy Pelosi in her first congressional race, signaling early efforts to elect LGBTQ+ leaders in the city.

Wiener’s election is seen as a continuation of this legacy, highlighting decades of struggle and gradual advances in political representation for the LGBTQ+ community in San Francisco.