“I know the headlines tomorrow are gonna be provocative and catchy, but let's focus on the most important part of this victory … We showed that a truly grassroots campaign that stands on its policies and its principles has a real shot in Alabama.”

Erin In The Morning · Nov 3 · Allison Montgomery becomes Alabama's first openly transgender state lawmaker

“I'm going to work especially hard for those who hate me, because they deserve a better Alabama as much as anyone. And if you don't believe me—just watch.”

Erin In The Morning · Nov 3 · Allison Montgomery becomes Alabama's first openly transgender state lawmaker

“Republican politicians always point to vague concerns about 'the children' when talking about women like myself, while Republican Rep. Brett Easterbrook gets arrested for soliciting sex with a minor.”

Erin In The Morning / Alabama Political Reporter · Nov 3 · Allison Montgomery becomes Alabama's first openly transgender state lawmaker

“I don't know Stadthagen and he doesn't know me – this is just plain prejudice... They brought up my womanhood because they have failed at governing.”

Advocate (Facebook post) · Nov 3 · Allison Montgomery becomes Alabama's first openly transgender state lawmaker

“When I'm knocking doors and talking with voters, they don't care that I'm trans, and that's not what I'm focused on either.”

AL.com, via Advocate · Nov 3 · Allison Montgomery becomes Alabama's first openly transgender state lawmaker