An Exciting Week of Fighting in Minnesota
November 2, 2010 by Carolyn Simon
Election day is here. I have been working with Tarryl Clark's campaign for over a week now, and it has been quite an exciting time. She is running an aggressive campaign against Michelle Bachmann who has been a staunch opponent of LGBT equality in Minnesota and nationwide. I have been making calls to members around the state who are very engaged in the upcoming election. People in the 6th Congressional District are tired of Bachmann and want someone like Clark who will represent the needs of all of the constituents of the district.
Continue Reading ►Governors’ Elections Are Key to Moving Equality Forward
November 2, 2010 by Marty Rouse
With so many elections getting attention, it’s easy to overlook some key Governors’ races. While there are many that deserve attention, there are three races that HRC is paying particular attention to:
Continue Reading ►Joining Mike Kaplowitz on Election Eve
November 2, 2010 by Marty Rouse
Last night, Mike Kaplowitz came in to a jam-packed energy-filled HQ in Carmel, NY. Upon seeing me, and in front of the crowded office, he grabbed my hand and said “Thank you so much for all your support. I remember our first meeting months ago, and I’m honored that you drove up here today. Will you be my guest on the Senate floor if I’m fortunate enough to be able to be in the Senate to cast a Yes vote on the marriage bill?”
Continue Reading ►NY Races to Watch Tomorrow for the Future of Marriage Equality in the State
November 1, 2010 by Marty Rouse
Being born and raised in New York, it is exciting to know that New York is poised to become the next state to pass marriage equality. To see the dream become reality however, Andrew Cuomo must win the Governor’s race and we need to elect several more marriage equality supporters in the New York state Senate.
Continue Reading ►Standing Beside Tony Avella in Queens
November 1, 2010 by Marty Rouse
Last week, I had the opportunity to visit the wonderfully diverse New York City Borough of Queens, where former New York City Council member Tony Avella of Bayside is running a strong challenge to a long-time anti-gay incumbent. With the future of marriage equality on the line, HRC and other LGBT groups including Marriage Equality New York and the Pride Agenda, are working tirelessly to help elect Avella.
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