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Next: Madame Mayor?
Fri, Feb 15th 2008, 09:20"I want every New Yorker to hear me when I say: We are ready."
Pettis outraises all other Democratic candidates in 80th Assembly District
Thu, Feb 7th 2008, 08:43End of the year campaign finance filings with the Secretary of State show that Cathedral City City Councilmember Greg Pettis (D) has raised more money than any of the four other Democratic candidates in the 80th Assembly District.
Laurette Healey receives sole endorsement from the Association for Los Angeles Deputy Sheriffs
Thu, Feb 7th 2008, 08:30The Association for Los Angeles Deputy Sheriffs has endorsed former Deputy State Controller Laurette Healey in the race for the 40th Assembly District.
Flaherty ahead in 3rd District cash
Tue, Feb 5th 2008, 09:52Gay rights activist Patrick Flaherty holds a commanding lead in fundraising for Milwaukee's 3rd Aldermanic District race, campaign finance reports show.
Primary election approaches in Milwaukee
Mon, Feb 4th 2008, 13:38Patrick Flaherty, a candidate for Milwaukee Common Council, faces a competitive Feb. 19 primary. His election would make him the council's first openly LGBT member.
Chat with the nation’s first lesbian, African-American mayor
Wed, Jan 30th 2008, 13:21http://www.edgeboston.com/index.php?ch=news&sc=glbt&sc2=features&sc3=&id=55525
Lawmakers aim to expand domestic partnerships
Wed, Jan 30th 2008, 13:10http://blog.oregonlive.com/politics/2008/01/lawmakers_aim_to_expand_domest.html
OLYMPIA - After Washington enacted a law in July 2007 that gave same-sex couples legal recognition, more than 3,300 couples from all parts of the state registered as domestic partners.
In hearings Tuesday in the state's Legislature, several of those couples voiced support for a bill that would expand that law to give same-sex couples the same rights that married couples have in divorces, property, estates, taxes, and guardianships.
Lowe helps Gainesville pass non-discrimination ordinance
Wed, Jan 30th 2008, 08:53Out commissioner Craig Lowe joins fellow city commissioners in protecting the rights of transgender citizens.
Gusciora bills to improve municipal court system advance
Tue, Jan 29th 2008, 09:23The New Jersey Assembly's Judiciary Committee released three bills sponsored by out Assemblyman Reed Gusciora, which will greatly improve the efficiency of municipal courts by helping municipal prosecutors more effectively carry out their assignments.
Pereira endorsed by Jewish Herald-Voice
Tue, Jan 29th 2008, 09:19The Jewish Herald-Voice has endorsed Pereira's candidacy as Judge for the 190th Civil District Court of Harris County.
Vermont Lawmaker Does Double Duty As Comic
Mon, Jan 28th 2008, 13:28Rep. Jason Lorber does stand-up comedy when he's not legislating.
Simmons hopes to protect stalking victims
Mon, Jan 28th 2008, 13:24Newly elected mayor Denise Simmons pushes for broader criteria for receiving a restraining order and more protections for victims of stalking.
AP: Washington state gains sixth LGBT legislator
Wed, Jan 23rd 2008, 14:41Appointment of openly gay Democrat Marko Liias gives state six openly gay lawmakers. "Voters are making decisions on people's character, and not their sexual orientation," said state Sen. Ed Murray.
Salt Lake Tribune praises lesbian Utah Rep. Christine Johnson
Tue, Jan 22nd 2008, 13:48Editorial supports Johnson's legislation aimed at protecting LGBT citizens from workplace discrimination.
Cambridge elects nation's first out black lesbian mayor
Wed, Jan 16th 2008, 11:10Out lesbian Denise Simmons, a Victory endorsee who was re-elected to the Cambridge, Massachusetts City Council last year, has been elected mayor by her council peers. She is the second openly LGBT African-American to hold the post, and the first out black lesbian mayor in U.S. history.
Dan Savage endorses Sam Adams
Mon, Jan 14th 2008, 13:29Nationally syndicated columnist endorses Portland mayoral candidate.
Sonoma County candidate Maddy Hirshfield featured in Bay Area Reporter
Fri, Jan 11th 2008, 10:04Paper reports that Sonoma County has the highest concentration of same-sex households in the state. "Considering that kind of demographic, it is about time we had somebody on the Board of Supervisors who can really support all the people," said Hirshfield.
Randy Bishop featured in article on gay elected officials
Tue, Jan 8th 2008, 10:55Home News Tribune editorial entitled "On to the day when sexuality doesn't matter" hopes for day when sexual orientation is irrelevant in electoral politics.
Victory Fund scores first win of the year in Guam
Mon, Jan 7th 2008, 09:08Victory endorsee Benjamin Cruz won a special senatorial election on Saturday, capturing 41 percent of the vote.
Lovell named Houston vice mayor pro-tem
Thu, Jan 3rd 2008, 13:56Former Victory endorsee unanimously voted in by fellow City Council members
Bishop to be named mayor of Neptune Township, N.J.
Mon, Dec 31st 2007, 09:12Victory endorsee expected to be one of two openly gay mayors in the state.
Frank Ferri sworn in as Rhode Island Assemblyman
Fri, Dec 21st 2007, 11:48Victory endorsee Frank Ferri was sworn into office on Dec. 19, after winning a special election in Rhode Island's 22nd District. Click through to see video of the ceremony.
Being gay not hindering Polis' race
Mon, Dec 17th 2007, 13:22The fact that Polis is gay has hardly come up in Colorado — minus some derogatory name-calling on a right-wing blog — where he is locked in an intense, ultra-expensive primary battle to replace Senate contender Mark Udall.
Fort Worth Star-Telegram renews Joel Burns endorsement
Wed, Dec 12th 2007, 10:19"Our opinion hasn't changed: The Star-Telegram Editorial Board still feels strongly that Burns, 38, a Realtor and resident of the Ryan Place neighborhood, should be the voters' choice to succeed Wendy Davis."
Miami City Council approves domestic partner health benefit policy
Wed, Dec 12th 2007, 09:28The North Miami City Council adopted a new Procurement Ordinance which requires certain contractors wishing to do business with the City to provide equal health benefits to domestic partners of their own employees.
Oklahoma Corporation Commission candidate Jim Roth praised in editorial
Wed, Dec 5th 2007, 16:35Daily Oklahoman editorial praises Roth's diligence, omits mentions of his sexuality.
McAffrey proposes adding sexual orientation and gender to hate crimes law
Wed, Dec 5th 2007, 15:39Oklahoma's only gay state legislator proposes legislation, prompted by the murder of a 62-year-old gay man.
Ferri wins seat in Rhode Island Assembly
Wed, Nov 28th 2007, 10:42Victory-endorsed candidate Frank Ferri won a special election to fill a vacant Assembly seat, crediting his door-to-door campaigning and strong fundraising for the win.
Georgia candidate loses after anti-trans lawsuit
Wed, Nov 21st 2007, 08:25Riverdale, Ga., City Councilwoman Michelle Bruce, one of the few openly transgender elected officials in the U.S., lost her runoff election Tuesday following a high-profile lawsuit by opponents who charged she deceived the public by identifying as female.
Frank Ferri faces two challengers in special election
Wed, Nov 21st 2007, 08:08Aspiring Rhode Island Assemblymember faces two tough opponents in the general election Nov. 27.
Cloutier's mayoral race too close to call
Tue, Nov 13th 2007, 15:53The race for Vallejo's top political seat was a statistical dead heat after voters went to the polls Tuesday.
Troy Record endorses Zalewski
Mon, Nov 5th 2007, 11:15Zalewski wants to bring integrity to City Council
Lydia Lavelle receives endorsement
Mon, Oct 29th 2007, 09:57Independent Weekly endorses Lavelle in her race for Carrboro Board of Aldermen.
Mayor Villaraigosa appoints Saltzman to LA Police Commission
Fri, Oct 26th 2007, 10:11Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa today nominated City Ethics Commission Vice President Robert Saltzman to the Los Angeles Police Commission. Saltzman, who also serves as Associate Dean of the University of Southern California law school, will replace outgoing Commissioner Shelley Freeman.
The SunPost Endorses Frank Kruszewski
Thu, Oct 25th 2007, 08:43Frank Kruszewski is the only candidate who not only demonstrates a solid grasp of key issues, but also has a personable demeanor that makes him accessible to all Miami Beach citizens.
Councilman raises issue of homosexuality in city race
Thu, Oct 25th 2007, 08:39Fort Worth City Councilman Chuck Silcox urged a group of Republicans on Wednesday to vote for Chris Turner in the nonpartisan District 9 council race because Turner is Republican and straight.
Libertarian, 2 independents enliven City Council races
Wed, Oct 24th 2007, 09:28"I haven't stopped since the primary," Kraus said. "We've kept it in campaign mode the entire time."
Rep. Joe McDermott appointed to replace Poulsen in Senate
Tue, Oct 23rd 2007, 14:53Openly gay state Rep. Joe McDermott will succeed Sen. Erik Poulson to represent Washington's 34th District.
Ken Zalewski featured in Metroland
Mon, Oct 22nd 2007, 11:21Troy City Council candidate Ken Zalewski was featured in an article in Metroland.
Fort Worth Star-Telegram endorses Joel Burns
Mon, Oct 22nd 2007, 08:13Newspaper says the Victory endorsee "is the most knowledgeable about city issues and takes the wisest positions."
Out California assemblyman has bills signed by Gov. Schwarzenegger
Thu, Oct 11th 2007, 09:27Openly gay California Assemblyman John Laird had two bills signed by Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger on Wednesday -- one regarding water conservation and another involving the establishment of a coastal trail.
Anti-gay flyer targets Miami Beach Commission candidate
Mon, Oct 8th 2007, 09:07A mysterious flier recently appeared in Miami Beach featuring, in part, a crossed-out image of the supposedly gay Teletubby Tinky-Winky. Presumably, the notice is a shot at openly gay commission candidate Frank Kruszewski.
San Diego mayor backs marriage equality
Thu, Sep 20th 2007, 14:51The city's GOP mayor surprised just about everyone yesterday when he unexpectedly changed his position on a city council decision to support marriage rights for same-sex couples. Councilmember Toni Atkins, an open lesbian, championed the measure.
Victory makes eight new endorsements
Mon, Aug 27th 2007, 10:09Eight new candidates have received the endorsement of the Victory Fund, bringing to 55 the total number of endorsed candidates so far this year.
California Senate may take up marriage bill again
Mon, Aug 20th 2007, 17:00Out Assemblyman Mark Leno will once again shepherd through the legislature a bill that would grant marriage rights to same-sex couples.
Commissioner Michael Góngora Chair of “Green Ad-Hoc Committee” Holds First Meeting
Tue, Aug 14th 2007, 13:08The Miami Beach Mayor’s Green Ad-Hoc Committee held its first meeting since its establishment on July 17, 2007. In attendance were the following members of the committee: John Corey, Robin Jacobs, Debra Leibowitz, Mitch Novick, Patxi Pastor and Luiz Rodrigues. Commissioner Michael Góngora, chair of the committee, was also present.
Coluzzi elected in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware
Mon, Aug 13th 2007, 08:48Community activist and consultant Pat Coluzzi has become the first open lesbian elected in the state of Delaware.
Historic Japanese election ends in loss
Mon, Jul 30th 2007, 07:16Kanako Otsuji has lost her bid for a seat in parliament. She was the first openly LGBT candidate backed by a major party in Japan.
Domestic partners register in Washington state
Thu, Jul 26th 2007, 13:30A new domestic partnership law, championed by the state's LGBT legislators, took effect this week.
Eleven new endorsements
Thu, Jul 26th 2007, 13:14The Victory Fund announced 11 new endorsements, bringing the total number of endorsed candidates this year to 46.

