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  NewsResults: 101-178 of 178 Number of pages: U.S. Gay-Rights Groups Heartened by Political GainsTue, Jun 19th 2007, 08:45Gay rights leaders encouraged by America's progress in regards to LGBT issues. Gay Loses Out in DallasMon, Jun 18th 2007, 12:50Ed Oakley Just Misses Mayoral Seat http://www.queerty.com/news/gay-loses-out-in-dallas-20070618/
Gay Candidate Loses Mayoral BidMon, Jun 18th 2007, 10:55Ed Oakley loses Mayoral bid, but still made LGBT history.http://www.towleroad.com/2007/06/gay_candidate_e.html No Gay Mayor For DallasMon, Jun 18th 2007, 08:27Despite Oakley's loss, this election was a notable landmark in LGBT politics.http://joemygod.blogspot.com/2007/06/no-gay-mayor-for-dallas.html Not Quite Time for an Openly Gay Mayor in DallasMon, Jun 18th 2007, 08:18According to blogger Pam Spaulding, Ed Oakley's campaign was plagued by robocalls and his opponent's extraordinary financial edge.http://pamshouseblend.com/showDiary.do?diaryId=2041 Leppert Elected Dallas MayorMon, Jun 18th 2007, 08:11Tom Leppert is elected Dallas Mayor, though Oakley's campaign still historic.http://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/dws/news/localnews/stories/061707dnmetelexdalmayor.973d5d9.html# Gay Councilmember Misses Bid To Become Dallas MayorMon, Jun 18th 2007, 08:03Longtime Dallas City Council member Ed Oakley lost the runoff for Dallas mayor to businsesman Tom Leppert.http://www.365gay.com/Newscon07/06/061707dallas.htm Dallas Chooses Leppert as MayorMon, Jun 18th 2007, 07:58Tom Leppert wins Dallas mayoral race.http://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/APStories/stories/D8PQB3HG1.html Victory applauds Oakley campaignSat, Jun 16th 2007, 16:34Ed Oakley lost his bid to become the next mayor of Dallas. Victory Fund president & CEO Chuck Wolfe issued a statement applauding Ed's historic campaign. Click through for the full text. Pearson Announces Boulder Council RunFri, Jun 15th 2007, 15:55Eugene Peason announces his candidacy for the Boulder City Council.http://www.outfrontcolorado.com/news.php Martin Sheen to Speak at Black-Tie DinnerFri, Jun 15th 2007, 15:52Acclaimed actor Martin Sheen continues to support LGBT issues and events, including his participation in the Victory Fund podcast.http://www.dallasvoice.com/artman/publish/article_5846.php Dallas 1st Big City with Gay Mayor?Fri, Jun 15th 2007, 14:35Newsweek looks at whether Oakley's homosexuality is an issue in his campaign for Dallas Mayor.http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/19249594/site/newsweek/ Frank, Baldwin speak up for gay IraqisThu, Jun 14th 2007, 10:02In a letter to Secretary of State Condoleeza Rice, the two openly gay members of Congress urged the administration to take action to protect the LGBT citizens in Iraq. Victory Fund reflects on progressThu, Jun 14th 2007, 09:15The Victory Fund says Oakley's campaign is an "amazing statement about our progress."http://joemygod.blogspot.com/2007/06/first-gay-mayor-of-major-us-city.html Gay history in the making?Tue, Jun 12th 2007, 12:58Queerty discusses the impact Oakley's election would have not only in Dallas, but throughout Texas.http://www.queerty.com/news/gay-history-in-the-making-20070612/ Q&A with Ed OakleyTue, Jun 12th 2007, 12:50Ed Oakley speaks with 365gay.com about the national attention he's received as a candidate for mayor of Dallas.http://365gay.com/lifestylechannel/family/061207family.htm Dead heat in Dallas mayoral raceTue, Jun 12th 2007, 09:51According to a poll conducted by the Dallas Morning News, Ed Oakley and Tom Leppert are running neck and neck in the race to become the next mayor of Dallas. New TX rallying cry: 'Remember that Ed's a mo!'Mon, Jun 11th 2007, 13:49goodasyou.com blogs about the anti-Ed Oakley/anti-gay automated calls being made by the Heritage Alliance PAC just days before the Dallas run-off.http://www.goodasyou.org/good_as_you/2007/06/texas_new_antig.html First openly bisexual man elected to NY State AssemblyMon, Jun 11th 2007, 13:41With 64% of the vote, Micah Kellner became the first openly bisexual man elected to the New York State Assembly.http://www.advocate.com/news_detail_ektid45793.asp Single payer health plan begins againThu, Jun 7th 2007, 12:50http://www.mtshastanews.com/articles/2007/06/06/news/area_news/03singlepayer.txt Kellner defeats Camp in NY Assembly electionWed, Jun 6th 2007, 08:58Openly bisexual Micah Kellner defeated opponent Gregory Camp in a NY Assembly special election. According to unofficial returns, Kellner received 65 percent of the votes, while Camp received 35 percent. http://www.wnbc.com/news/13450101/detail.htmlNew York gets 5th LGBT legislatorTue, Jun 5th 2007, 22:04Micah Kellner won a special election June 5th to represent the 65th District in the New York State Assembly. He joins four other out legislators in the state legislature. Read more at NY1 news . National media tunes in to Dallas electionTue, Jun 5th 2007, 13:18Ed Oakley’s historic race for mayor has garnered national attention this week, but will local voters turn out for Ed? Runoff could make Dallas largest U.S. city with openly gay mayorTue, Jun 5th 2007, 10:37While once considered a hotbed of conservativism, Dallas is slowly moving to the middle of the political isle as more progressive voices are heard and a more diverse field of candidates become elected officials. Dallas more progressive than outsiders perceiveTue, Jun 5th 2007, 10:26Jacquielynn Floyd of the Dallas Morning News explains that Dallas is not the closed-minded, ultra-conservative city that many outsiders believe it to be. Colorado morphs from hate to great stateMon, Jun 4th 2007, 12:59The political infrastructure of Colorado is changing as Denver and other cities elect openly LGBT leaders. Sexual orientation decreasing as issue in Dallas politicsMon, Jun 4th 2007, 08:36The Dallas Morning News reports that as more and more openly LGBT candidates and elected officials pepper the Dallas political landscape, sexual orientation becomes more of a non-issue. http://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/dws/news/politics/local/stories/060407dnmetgaypolitics.38e481f.html Civil Unions Spread, But Gays Want to WedFri, Jun 1st 2007, 10:03Although civil unions are becoming increasingly available across the United States, some same-sex couples insist that only marriage will provide equal benefits/recognition under the law. Gay or Experienced?Fri, Jun 1st 2007, 09:18One blogger questions why his "knee-jerk reaction" is to always vote for the gay guy. Dallas May Get Gay MayorThu, May 31st 2007, 12:39A win for Ed Oakley would make Dallas, Texas the first top-ten US city with a gay Mayor.http://www.edgeboston.com/index.php?ch=news&sc=glbt&sc2=news&sc3=&id=20765 Concern for Party Led to Exit From Virginia House RaceThu, May 31st 2007, 09:52Jeff Dion withdrew his candidacy for the Virginia House of Delegates race amid blog attacks and smears over his sexual orientation. Happy Anniversary, Barney Frank!Thu, May 31st 2007, 09:44Congressman Barney Frank came out publicly 20 years ago this week.http://www.edgeboston.com/index.php?ch=news&sc=glbt&sc2=news&sc3=&id=20762 Todd responds to party chair's gay-baiting remarksThu, May 31st 2007, 08:48Representative Patricia Todd responds to the gay-baiting remarks by Alabama Democratic Party Chair Joe Turnham. Dallas may become first major US City with openly gay mayorWed, May 30th 2007, 16:15If Ed Oakley is elected this June, Dallas will become the first major US city with an openly gay mayor. Jeff Dion withdraws from Virginia House of Delegates RaceTue, May 29th 2007, 15:58Jeff Dion, a candidate for the Virginia House of Delegates, has withdrawn from the race after weeks of attacks on his sexual orientation. Gay candidates faring well in big city racesFri, May 25th 2007, 10:18Openly gay political candidates and elected officials are making noticeable strides — and in some cases making history — around the country in high-profile races. http://www.washblade.com/2007/5-25/news/national/10649.cfm Domestic Partner legislation passes in MinnesotaThu, May 24th 2007, 11:27Domestic partner legislation passes in Minnesota. Read more here: http://www.postbulletin.com/newsmanager/templates/localnews_story.asp?a=292562&z=2 Oakley endorsed by Police groupsTue, May 22nd 2007, 10:52Dallas police groups say Oakley is “committed to public safety,” and is their choice for mayor. Oklahoma Governor appoints Jim Roth to statewide positionTue, May 22nd 2007, 10:07Oklahoma County Commissioner Jim Roth was recently appointed to the prestigious Oklahoma Corporation Commission by Governor Brad Henry. This appointment is one of the most significant political appointments achieved by a member of the LGBT community anywhere in the United States. http://www.davidmixner.com/2007/05/oklahoma_jim_ro.htmlIs Sally Clark Untouchable?Fri, May 18th 2007, 14:25http://seattleweekly.com/2007-05-16/news/is-sally-clark-untouchable.php BREAKthrough in Pittsburgh!Wed, May 16th 2007, 08:36Bruce Kraus will become the first openly gay elected official in the city of Pittsburgh after winning the Democratic primary to represent District 3 on the city council. Senator criticizes her colleagues: Justus cites lack of action on increasing child-care subsidies during the sessionTue, May 15th 2007, 17:38In an emotional speech last week, Sen. Jolie Justus lashed out at lawmakers for lavishing tax credits on businesses this year but failing to increase child-care subsidies.http://www.kansascity.com/115/story/106017.html Oklahoma Gov. appoints first openly gay statewide officialMon, May 14th 2007, 15:52Oklahoma County Commissioner Jim Roth, who was twice endorsed by the Victory Fund, has been appointed to the state's Corporation Commission. Governor appoints Jim Roth to Corporation Commission seatMon, May 14th 2007, 15:46Gay lawmaker's agenda includes environment, health careMon, May 14th 2007, 08:39http://www.nwaonline.net/articles/2007/05/13/news/051307lrkathywebb.txt Oakley advances in Dallas mayoral raceSun, May 13th 2007, 08:28Councilman Ed Oakley is a step closer to becoming the nation's first openly gay mayor of one of the largest U.S. cities after Saturday's election in Dallas. Oregon's out lawmakers celebrate new lawsThu, May 10th 2007, 09:42Oregon’s two LGBT legislators, Rep. Tina Kotek and Sen. Kate Brown, pictured here to the right of Gov. Ted Kulongoski, at the signing of two new pro-equality laws. Terry Bean, one of the founders of the Victory Fund, is pictured to the left of the governor. Victory in Colorado!Fri, May 4th 2007, 14:00State Sen. Jennifer Veiga has prevailed in her decade-long quest to pass a bill protecting gays and lesbians from employment discrimination. Oregon DP bill to become lawThu, May 3rd 2007, 14:50The state's two openly LGBT legislators celebrate passage of marriage-like rights for same sex couples. Bruce Kraus endorsed by Pittsburgh Post GazetteThu, May 3rd 2007, 08:34Victory endorsee Bruce Kraus, who would become the city’s first openly gay elected official, was endorsed today by Pittsburgh’s largest daily paper. Colorado legislature moves LGBT rights billTue, May 1st 2007, 11:00Openly lesbian State Sen. Jennifer Veiga has been pushing for the statewide non-discrimination bill for a decade. Columnist: “Gay lawmakers are rocketing our country forward”Tue, May 1st 2007, 10:04Syndicated columnist Deb Price credits openly LGBT legislators with a recent flood of good news for the gay community coming out of state legislatures. Read her column in the Detroit News. Rep. Pedersen 'hits the ground running' in first year as lawmakerMon, Apr 30th 2007, 12:47http://seattlepi.nwsource.com/local/313624_pedersen30.html Joseph Hernandez nabs Dallas Morning News endorsementFri, Apr 27th 2007, 13:54Victory-endorsed candidate Joseph Hernandez (far right) has received the endorsement of the Dallas Morning News in his race to represent District 3 on the Dallas City Council. N.H. Senate OKs Civil Unions Bill Lawmaker: Measure Brings Gays, Lesbians `Close To Full Equality'Fri, Apr 27th 2007, 10:45http://www.courant.com/news/local/hc-nhcivil0427.artapr27,0,72553.story?coll=hc-headlines-local New Hampshire solidifies New England as haven for gay couplesThu, Apr 26th 2007, 13:42New Hampshire State Rep. Ed Butler is featured in a Washington Post article about the state's new civil unions law. All New England states now legally recognize same-sex couples. Leading, winning the fight in IowaThu, Apr 26th 2007, 09:21The Iowa legislature has approved a bill adding sexual orientation and gender identity to the state's nondiscrimination laws. Gov. Chet Culver says he will sign the measure. Guajardo earns widespread supportWed, Apr 25th 2007, 14:11
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Brunch speakers: You're changing American politicsTue, Apr 24th 2007, 11:09Utah State Sen. Scott McCoy holds up his official license plate during a speech delivered at the Victory Fund’s 7th Annual Champagne Brunch held last weekend. Victory endorsee nominated by Pennsylvania governorFri, Apr 20th 2007, 09:14Dan Anders, who was endorsed by the Victory Fund in his race to become a judge of the Pennsylvania Court of Common Pleas, has been nominated by Gov. Ed Rendell to fill a separate vacancy on that court. New Hampshire civil unions bill gets governor's nodThu, Apr 19th 2007, 15:01Openly LGBT lawmakers worked hard to pass a bill establishing civil unions in the state. Missouri abortion measure set asideThu, Apr 19th 2007, 10:30http://www.kansascity.com/115/story/74591.html Paper: Conn. lawmaker changes marriage debateThu, Apr 19th 2007, 09:14Bay Windows credits openly lesbian Rep. Beth Bye's testimony for helping to personalize the marriage debate in the Connecticut state legislature this week. Directors rushing to make Harvey Milk filmsTue, Apr 17th 2007, 17:59Whose film about Harvey Milk, the first openly gay elected official in the U.S., will make it to production first? Directors Gus Van Sant and Bryan Singer are both out to make a movie about the San Francisco supervisor who was murdered while in office. Oregon Rep.: "World will be different"Tue, Apr 17th 2007, 17:30Oregon state Rep. Tina Kotek hailed the Tuesday passage of domestic partnership and gay-inclusive civil rights bills in the State House. "The world will be different," Kotek said. "This is about bringing people in, not shutting them out." Out Oregon Rep. asks colleagues to support gay rightsTue, Apr 17th 2007, 17:29Oregon Rep. Tina Kotek, the legislature’s only openly gay member, testified alongside her partner yesterday as the State House took up a Senate-passed measure that would ban discrimination based on sexual orientation. Dallas mayoral candidate running strongTue, Apr 17th 2007, 15:41Dallas City Councilman Ed Oakley , who could become the first openly gay mayor of one of the largest U.S. cities, is among the race's front runners. Legislature hears testimony on identity theft billsWed, Apr 11th 2007, 13:02http://masspirg.org/MA.asp?id2=32154 Washington Legislature passes domestic partner billWed, Apr 11th 2007, 12:17
Jarrett Barrios helps repeal law banning out-of-state same-sex marriageFri, Apr 6th 2007, 09:57http://news.bostonherald.com/localPolitics/view.bg?articleid=192511 Chairman Barney Frank discusses coming out in politicsWed, Apr 4th 2007, 07:51In part four of an interview on the financial cable channel CNBC, House Financial Services Committee Chairman Rep. Barney Frank discusses coming out in office, the mistakes he made then, and how being open about his sexuality has made him a more effective legislator. Out state senator advances adoption measure in ColoradoWed, Apr 4th 2007, 07:40A bill that would permit legal adoptions by same-sex couples has been approved by a key Senate Committee in Colorado. Out state Sen. Jennifer Veiga said the measure would allow second-parent adoption by gay couples, which is already legal in 21 other states. Darrell Watson gaining support in Denver council raceMon, Apr 2nd 2007, 15:18Victory endorsee Darrell Watson has picked up broad support in his race to represent District 8 on the Denver City Council. New Hampshire Democrats elect openly gay party chairMon, Apr 2nd 2007, 14:57Ray Buckley has become the nation’s first openly gay chair of a state political party after New Hampshire Democrats elected him to lead their party. Arkansas Rep. Kathy Webb stops anti-gay adoption billFri, Mar 30th 2007, 09:05
Dallas Mayoral Candidate Could Make HistoryThu, Mar 22nd 2007, 11:50Dallas City Councilman Ed Oakley is off and running in what could be an historic quest. If elected, the Victory endorsee could become the first openly gay mayor of one of the ten largest U.S. cities. Scott McCoy fights for gay youth rightsWed, Mar 21st 2007, 17:44Utah State Senator Scott McCoy is speaking out against a recently-passed law that would effectively eliminate gay-straight alliance clubs in Utah's school system. Chicago's 'Winning Women' meetWed, Mar 21st 2007, 13:25On March 15th, Victory held a "Winning Women" reception, showcasing local lesbian politicians and the important impact they have made as active lawmakers. |
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Today the Washington State Legislature passed a bill creating domestic partnerships for same-sex couples. The legislation, which was sponsored by Victory endorsee Sen. Ed Murray, marks "a really important first step in providing some first protections for same-sex couples and their families," according to Rep. Jamie Pedersen, another Victory-endorsed official.
Rep. Kathy Webb, a Victory-endorsed candidate in 2006, has been instrumental in stopping a bill that would have banned adoption by gay couples in Arkansas. Webb, the state's first openly gay elected official, lobbied her colleagues on the State House Judicicary Committee to kill the measure, and many groups involved in the fight say her mere presence on the committee and in the House went a long way to stopping the vicously anti-gay measure.