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Results: 1-50 of 218 Number of pages: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 next First same-sex couples married in Washington D.C.Tue, Mar 9th 2010, 13:32History was made Tuesday as same-sex couples were legally married for the first time in the nation's capital. Openly gay D.C. City Council member David Catania, who was instrumental in enacting the new marriage law, will be honored for his efforts at the Victory Fund’s annual Champagne Brunch this April.http://www.gaypolitics.com/2010/03/09/same-sex-couples-to-marry-in-d-c-today/ Candidate of the Month: Terry CrowTue, Feb 16th 2010, 10:40Terry Crow is running for mayor of University City. If elected, he would become Missouri's only openly gay mayor.http://www.victoryfund.org/slate/view/id:83 Our missing voice in the SenateThu, Feb 4th 2010, 16:19Victory Fund president and CEO, Chuck Wolfe, asks if Sen. McCain's support of DADT would waver if he had to face an openly LGBT colleague in the United States Senate.http://www.bilerico.com/2010/02/our_missing_voice_in_the_senate.php Candidate & Campaign Training coming to FloridaWed, Jan 20th 2010, 18:22Dozens of openly LGBT future candidates and campaign workers will gather in Ft. Lauderdale February 25 to 28 for a Candidate and Campaign Training sponsored by the Gay & Lesbian Leadership Institute.http://www.gaypolitics.com/2010/01/20/lgb-or-t-learn-how-to-run-for-office-and-win/ Victory Fund kicks off 2010 with 36 endorsementsWed, Jan 13th 2010, 15:35Just two weeks into the new year, the Victory Fund announced today it has already endorsed 36 openly LGBT candidates for 2010 races, with dozens more to come before November.http://www.gaypolitics.com/2010/01/13/victory-fund-announces-36-endorsements/ Parker becomes mayor of 4th largest U.S. cityTue, Jan 5th 2010, 18:42Houston Mayor Annise Parker spoke directly to the LGBT community during her inaugural address before thousands at a downtown performing arts center this morning. "Do not fear to dream big dreams. Bring your whole self to everything you do. Face the world with dignity and integrity. I promise you, the pain is worth the reward." said Parker.http://www.gaypolitics.com/2010/01/04/annise-parker-urges-lgbt-community-to-dream-big/ Marriage equality comes to nation's capitalSun, Dec 20th 2009, 15:45On December 18, District of Columbia Mayor Adrian Fenty signed into law the Religious Freedom and Civil Marriage Equality Amendment Act of 2009. Sponsored by openly gay city council member David Catania, the bill legalizes marriage for same-sex couples in the nation’s capital.http://www.gaypolitics.com/2009/12/18/d-c-mayor-signs-marriage-equality-bill/ Victory in BirminghamFri, Oct 30th 2009, 13:41Out Birmingham Board of Education member Howard Bayless has helped pass an LGBT-inclusive anti-bullying policy.http://www.gaypolitics.com/2009/10/30/breaking-birmingham-school-board-enacts-lgbt-inclusive-anti-bullying-policies/ Milk, King honored at White HouseWed, Aug 12th 2009, 15:26Harvey Milk and Billie Jean King were awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom at a White House ceremony Wednesday. “Our heroes are now America’s heroes,” said Victory Fund president and CEO Chuck Wolfe.http://www.gaypolitics.com/2009/08/12/milk-king-honored-with-medal-of-freedom/ Candidate of the Month: Steve KornellTue, Jul 21st 2009, 12:29If Steve wins his victory will be seen as another step towards equality in a state that seriously lags behind its peers. But it will also mean St. Petersburg will benefit from a dedicated, committed and caring local leader who happens to be gay. That will be another powerful signal to state leaders that fairness matters to Florida's voters.http://www.victoryfund.org/endorsed_candidates/profile/candidate:267 Study: Gay lawmakers influential beyond their numbersMon, Jul 13th 2009, 16:15Even though openly LGBT elected officials are vastly outnumbered by straight colleagues, their presence in legislative bodies leads to the adoption of more pro-equality laws, according to new research. http://www.gaypolitics.com/2009/07/13/study-gay-lawmakers-influential-beyond-their-numbers/Candidate of the Month: Charles PughTue, Jun 9th 2009, 15:07Detroit has never had an openly LGBT city councilmember, but that could change if Charles Pugh is victorious. The well-known former TV anchor says he’s ready to help rebuild his city.http://www.victoryfund.org/endorsed_candidates/profile/candidate:264 Victory in New Hampshire!Wed, Jun 3rd 2009, 16:24The Victory Fund applauds New Hampshire’s out lawmakers and all who helped achieve marriage equality.http://www.gaypolitics.com/2009/06/03/marriage-victory-in-new-hampshire/ Would Harvey Milk be proud of us?Fri, May 22nd 2009, 07:06May 22nd would have been Harvey Milk’s 79th birthday. Would he be proud of our progress today? The Victory Fund’s Chuck Wolfe says yes and no. http://www.gaypolitics.com/2009/05/22/on-harvey-milk-day-2009-would-he-be-proud-of-us/Candidate of the Month: Annise ParkerTue, May 19th 2009, 15:16Houston City Controller Annise Parker is running for mayor. Learn about how you can be part of her historic campaign.http://www.victoryfund.org/endorsed_candidates/profile/candidate:221 Lorber stays optimistic on VT marriage despite veto threatMon, Mar 30th 2009, 15:53Out Vermont state Rep. Jason Lorber, a former Victory Fund endorsee, expressed cautious optimism about the prospect of passing marriage equality legislation in the state, despite Gov. Jim Douglas' veto threat. Lowe celebrates Gainesville, Fla. voters' affirmation of gay rightsThu, Mar 26th 2009, 09:39Openly gay Gainesville, Fla. City Commissioner Craig Lowe praised local voters' decision to reject a repeal of an anti-discrimination law that protects LGBT individuals. Obama appoints lesbian as chief judge of high courtTue, Mar 24th 2009, 09:47President Barack Obama has appointed openly lesbian attorney Emily C. Hewitt as chief judge of the U.S. Court of Federal Claims, the court that hears monetary claims against the government. Quinn asks Obama to support gay rightsThu, Mar 19th 2009, 15:43New York City Speaker Christine Quinn, a current Victory Fund endorsee, asked President Barack Obama to support gay rights during her recent visit to the White House for St. Patrick’s Day. Poll: Repeal of DoMA most important priority for Obama administrationMon, Mar 16th 2009, 11:26A Gay & Lesbian SmartBrief poll indicated that the repeal of the Defense of Marriage Act topped the list subscribers' legislative priorities for the Obama administration. Sign up for the brief here. Out legislator Madaleno introduces marriage bill in MarylandMon, Mar 16th 2009, 10:58Openly gay Maryland state Sen. Richard Madaleno Jr. introduced legislation that would give same-sex couples the right to marry, but would not force clergy to perform marriage ceremonies that conflict with their religions. Gay Washington state legislators celebrate two victoriesWed, Mar 11th 2009, 15:57Out state legislators in Washington are celebrating the State Senate’s passage of two LGBT rights bills. Anthony Niedwiecki wins in Oakland Park, Fla.Wed, Mar 11th 2009, 08:57Law professor and LGBT rights activist Anthony Niedwiecki, a Victory endorsee, won his election for Oakland Park, Fla. City Commission, beating his opponent by a margin of 66-34. Frank Ferri defends marriage equality in Rhode IslandFri, Feb 27th 2009, 16:02During a Feb. 26 hearing, the out state representative said: "Many of you think that supporting marriage equality would be detrimental to your elections. I pose this question to you: how is it that I was elected?" Victory Fund congratulates Oscar winners Penn, BlackMon, Feb 23rd 2009, 08:17Chuck Wolfe, president and CEO of the Gay & Lesbian Victory Fund, issued the following statement regarding the Academy Awards: Newark, Delaware city councilman comes outThu, Feb 12th 2009, 12:00Newark, Del. City Councilman Ezra Temko publicly came out as bisexual in an an interview with the Newark Post today. He spoke to the paper about his relationship with his boyfriend Drew.http://www.gaypolitics.com/2009/02/12/newark-delaware-city-councilman-comes-out-as-bisexual/ Obama names Davie to faith-based partnership councilMon, Feb 9th 2009, 16:36Fred Davie, the openly gay president of Public/Private Ventures, has been named to serve on President Barack Obama’s Policy Council on Faith-Based and Neighborhood Partnerships. Baldwin asks Clinton to fix inequities for gay State Department employeesTue, Feb 3rd 2009, 10:12Out Congresswoman Tammy Baldin has asked Secretary of State Hillary Clinton to improve the treatment of same sex partners in the State Department. Sixteen openly gay individuals earn presidential appointmentsMon, Jan 26th 2009, 14:36President Barack Obama's openly gay appointees include John Berry, director-designate of the Office of Personnel Management, and Nancy Sutley, chair of the White House Council on Environmental Quality. Victory Fund endorses 10 out candidates for 2009Wed, Jan 21st 2009, 15:50The Gay & Lesbian Victory Fund has already endorsed 10 candidates whose elections take place in 2009, including Lynn Schulman, Henry Lo and Coleman Prewitt. Click through to learn more. Berry, Bond secure positions in Obama administrationWed, Jan 14th 2009, 16:32Two openly gay men, John Berry and Brian Bond, have secured high-profile spots in the Obama administration. Berry is expected to head the Office of Personnel Management while Bond will serve in the White House Office of the Public Liaison. Polis becomes third openly gay member of CongressTue, Jan 6th 2009, 09:16As the 111th Congress was sworn in on Jan. 6, Victory Fund endorsee Jared Polis became the body's third openly gay member. Polis, who will represent Colorado's second House district, will join Reps. Barney Frank and Tammy Baldwin. Zipprich sworn in to Red Bank Borough CouncilMon, Jan 5th 2009, 09:49Ed Zipprich was sworn in to his first term on the Red Bank, N.J. Borough Council. Sam Adams becomes Portland mayorWed, Dec 31st 2008, 13:14As Portland, Oregon residents welcome the New Year, they also welcome a new mayor. Sam Adams' new administration begins Jan. 1, making him the first openly gay mayor of a top 30 U.S. city. Baldwin listed among honorary inaugural co-chairsMon, Dec 29th 2008, 14:46Openly lesbian Rep. Tammy Baldwin is one of the honorary co-chairs of the 2008 presidential inauguration, according to a list released by the Presidential Inaugural Committee. Frank speaks at record-breaking conferenceSat, Dec 6th 2008, 14:58"The growth of this organization has been a wonderful thing," Barney Frank said at the largest-ever GLLI International Gay & Lesbian Leadership Conference, which welcomed more than 600 participants.http://www.gaypolitics.com/?p=1106 LGBT leaders to address Leadership ConferenceTue, Dec 2nd 2008, 10:51Speakers at the 24th International Gay & Lesbian Leadership Conference include Oregon Secretary of State-elect Kate Brown, Nepali member of Parliament Sunil Babu Pant and Rep. Tammy Baldwin. The conference takes place in Washington, D.C. Wolfe: Stand up for Harvey Milk in your cityMon, Dec 1st 2008, 16:20Victory Fund President Chuck Wolfe encourages everyone who considers Harvey Milk a national hero to put their name on this interactive map. Top LGBT officials prepare to meet in WashingtonWed, Nov 19th 2008, 15:52Between Dec. 4-7, LGBT leaders from across the globe will meet in Washington for the 2008 International Gay & Lesbian Leadership Conference. Click here to learn more. Track Victory's endorsed candidates nationwideTue, Nov 4th 2008, 10:31After months of vigorous campaigning, eighty-nine Victory Fund endorsees leave their fates in the voters' hands. To follow Victory's election coverage, visit our blog, GayPolitics.com. http://www.gaypolitics.com Sciortino wins write-in campaignWed, Sep 17th 2008, 09:55After being forced to run for re-election on a sticker campaign, Massachusetts Rep. Carl Sciortino won his Democratic primary last night by a wide margin. Sciortino defeated Somerville Alderman Bob Trane. Massachusetts governor campaigns with OrozcoMon, Sep 8th 2008, 10:09Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick joined state Senate candidate Sara Orozco for an event at the Wellesley College Club last week. U.S. Congressman Barney Frank also attended. California legislature passes Harvey Milk Day resolutionTue, Aug 12th 2008, 11:27Legislation, authored by openly gay assembly member Mark Leno, will recognize May 22 as Harvey Milk Day. The bill now goes to the governor's desk for final approval. Barbour victorious in Rehoboth BeachTue, Aug 12th 2008, 09:02Incumbent city commissioner Dennis Barbour edged out his opponent to keep his seat. Now, he says, it's time to "get back to doing the people’s business." Colona wins in Missouri House raceWed, Aug 6th 2008, 09:35Michael Colona has won his competitive primary for the Missouri House of Representatives. He faces no opposition in the general election. Yellow Scene endorses Polis in congressional raceFri, Jul 11th 2008, 16:21Magazine endorses Victory endorsee amid an extremely competitive race, saying he "won our confidence through personality, devotion to helping others, smarts and savvy that has us believing he’ll make an impact in Washington." Inga Taylor campaigns in KansasFri, Jul 11th 2008, 14:52In anticipation of her Aug. 5 election, Victory endorsee Inga Taylor has been campaigning hard to win a seat in the Kansas House of Representatives. Her election would take Kansas off the list of states with no gay representation in the legislature. Florida AFL-CIO Unanimously Endorses Mark LaFontaineTue, Jun 24th 2008, 08:32Florida House candidate and Victory endorsee Mark LaFontaine received the unanimous endorsement of the Florida AFL-CIO for District 92. The Florida AFL-CIO represents 500,000 workers, retirees and their families. Kraus helps pass Pittsburgh domestic partnership registryTue, Jun 17th 2008, 16:22The Pittsburgh City Council gave final approval today to a domestic partner registry. Openly gay city council member and former Victory Fund endorsee Bruce Kraus wrote the legislation. Birmingham school board votes to keep law firmsThu, Jun 12th 2008, 09:13Howard Bayless, chair of the finance committee, said it's the board's duty to constituents to pursue the lowest-cost, highest-quality legal services for the system. |
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