Category: Election 2012
Santorum and Theology
Most folks are talking about this Obama comment as if it were directed at Obama, and I think that is missing quite a bit. Yes, Santorum wants to take a swipe at the President, but I think he is
Want to run for office?
Why not instead, look at getting out Lesbian, Gay, Bi or Trans persons elected all across the state and start by looking for those districts where a candidate is unopposed? and today I have two of those types of districts
Battle Against Theocracy
Alabama State Sen. McGill does not shy away from referencing his personal religion in public statements regarding political decisions, which would normally be problematic, but is especially so when these statements turn out to be extremely hypocritical. Most recently, he
What the Philadelphia Mayor Had to Say About Marriage Equality
In addition to my posting an open letter to Mayor Luke, here on my blog, I have written to him directly requesting a meeting. I eagerly await a reply, however, the mayor has never accepted a request to meet from
GOP Big Government/Small Government Rhetoric is All Smoke and Mirrors
The link is to an interview with a Tea Party spokesperson in South Carolina, and the Tea Party is the epitome of Small Government rhetoric, right? Ms. Martin said that although Mr. Gingrich “is not the perfect candidate,” she believes
The letter to Mayor Luke Ravenstahl
The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans, and Queer community is a vital block of voters, and more importantly, a meaningful community of constituents whose rights, needs and interests deserve real attention by our elected officials. Local government is perhaps the level
Open Letter to Mayor Luke Ravenstahl
Mayor Ravenstahl, can you explain to Pittsburgh's LGBTQ community if you plan to sign on, and if you do not, please share your reasons for not signing on.
Poll: Stephen Colbert Is A Bigger 2012 Threat to Obama Than Romney
Colbert’s good polling highlights the fact that Mitt Romney is very weak challenger to President Obama. Colbert’s high polling suggests something else as well. The American people are fed up with what they view as Washington and the status quo.
Will Brian Sims help or hinder LGBT progress in Pennsylvania?
The thing that is keeping any LGBT legislation from moving out of committee is Darryl Metcalf. He now heads an important committee, and he will continue to do so until he loses his re-election, or Democrats take control of the
Urgent Action Needed: PA Voter IS Bill!
PROTECT VOTING RIGHTS IN PENNSYLVANIA! STATEWIDE PHONE-IN DAY TODAY - 9:00 am – 11:00 PM! Call your state Senator TODAY (Tues 1/17), between 9:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m., and insist that he or she oppose House Bill 934 as an unnecessary, expensive,
