State of Firsts (2025)
A documentary that follows Sarah McBride’s groundbreaking first year in Congress as the first openly transgender person elected to the U.S. legislature, State of Firsts captures her battle against relentless political attacks. As MAGA Republicans ban her from restrooms and publicly misgender her, McBride confronts threats and discrimination with resilience. Focused on meaningful policy work over partisan conflict, she draws inspiration from historical figures who overcame adversity, offering a powerful look at perseverance in the face of systemic opposition.
Director: Chase Joynt
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Sarah McBride as Self |
| Directing | Chase Joynt | Director |
| Production | Jenna M. Kelly | Producer |
| Production | Justin Lacob | Producer |
| Production | Dani Eddy | Co-Producer |
| Production | Bryn Mooser | Executive Producer |
| Production | Ruth Ann Harnisch | Executive Producer |
| Production | Bill Harnisch | Executive Producer |
| Production | Chase Joynt | Executive Producer |
| Production | Patty Quillin | Executive Producer |
| Editing | Christopher McNabb | Editor |
| Production | Zackary Drucker | Executive Producer |
| Production | Shannon Hunt Scott | Executive Producer |
| Production | David Steinman | Executive Producer |
| Production | Matthew Cherchio | Executive Producer |
| Production | Chris Temple | Executive Producer |
| Production | Zach Ingrasci | Executive Producer |
| Crew | Melissa Langer | Cinematography |
| Production | Sam Curley | Co-Executive Producer |
| Production | Joanna Kim | Co-Executive Producer |
