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Glaad Aug 27 08
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LGBT Delegates Gathering in Denver and Minneapolis
Glaad Aug 21 08In the lead-up to the Democratic National Convention, the Denver Post is reporting that Stonewall Democrats, an organization of LGBT Democrats, will be meeting in Denver to discuss issues important to the party and LGBT Americans.
Media Expose Need for Inclusive Hate Crimes Legislation in Oklahoma
Glaad Aug 20 08In the middle of July, television and print media outlets in Tulsa, Oklahoma covered the story of an East Tulsa couple whose home and vehicle were targeted because of their sexual orientation.
LGBT Media Report Obama’s Lead Among LGBT Voters
Glaad Aug 20 08 The Advocate reports today that 68 percent of registered LGBT voters favor Sen. Obama, and 10 percent favor Sen.
Obama Campaign Vocalizes Support of Hate Crimes Legislation
Glaad Aug 19 08Sen. Obama’s LGBT Steering Team led a phone call yesterday to highlight the differences between Senators Obama and McCain when it comes to anti-LGBT hate-crimes.
Minnesota Media Celebrates Diverse Delegates
Glaad Aug 19 08As the Democratic National Convention nears, Minnesota’s media is focusing on this year’s diverse set of delegates.
Obama and McCain Share Views on Marriage at Saddleback Church Forum
Glaad Aug 18 08Senators Barack Obama and John McCain had a chance to go into some details about their views on marriage equality this Saturday at the Saddleback Church Forum.
Six Years Later, Announcing Equality Hits a New Record
Glaad Aug 18 08Exactly six years ago today, The New York Times opened the pages of its Weddings/Celebrations section to same-sex couples after meetings with GLAAD leadership.
LGBT Issues Examined from All Sides
Glaad Aug 15 08There are several interesting stories coming out of the blogosphere this week looking at the extent of influence LGBT related issues will have on voters this fall.
Tammy Baldwin Comments on Democratic Platform’s Promises to LGBT Community
Glaad Aug 14 08I’ve been blogging about the Democratic Party Platform that is being drafted and will be officially released at the Democratic Convention later this month.
Newsday Explores Hate Speech and Hate Violence
Glaad Aug 14 08When a man walked into the Tennesse Valley Unitarian Universalist Church in Knoxville and started shooting “because of its liberal teachings” on July 27, media coverage rightly focused on the tragedy, and also drew attention to the anti-gay sentiments held.
Looking Past the Numbers
Glaad Aug 13 08Yesterday, I blogged over at Huffington Post about the coverage of the CDC’s release of new HIV infection rates in the U.
Colorado To Elect First Openly Gay Man to First Term in Congress
Glaad Aug 13 08Jared Polis will most likely become the first openly gay man elected to a first term in the House of Representatives, winning yesterday’s Democratic primary in Colorado in a closely contested race with Senate-contender Mark Udall.
From the Front Lines: The Vigil for Angie Zapata
Glaad Aug 12 08 Angie Zapata was an 18-year-old transgender woman living in Greeley, Colorado who was brutally beaten to death with a fire extinguisher on July 17, By all accounts, including the account of the man who admits to killing Angie, she.
Democratic Party Responds to LGBT Community with Changes to Platform
Glaad Aug 11 08On Friday, I blogged about the Democratic Party’s rough draft platform and the vague language used to describe issues that affect the LGBT community.
Revisiting the Impact of Anti-Gay Ballot Initiatives
Glaad Aug 11 08On Sunday, August 10, The New York Times reported on the state ballot initiatives that could potentially affect the presidential campaign.
What the 2008 Democratic Party Platform May—and May Not Be—Saying
Glaad Aug 08 08The blogs are abuzz with reactions to a draft of the Democratic Party’s platform. Titled, “Renewing America’s Promise,” the Party found a way in the 56 page document to address a handful of LGBT issues without ever actually using the.
Mainstream Press Takes Notice of Obama’s LGBT Leadership Team
Glaad Aug 08 08Wednesday we updated you on how Sen. Obama has added five new folks to his LGBT campaign team. But we were disappointed that although LGBT outlets were covering it, mainstream press was not.
LGBT Delegations: How Impressive Were the Numbers, Really? What About Trans-Inclusion?
Glaad Aug 08 08LGBT and even mainstream press were busy earlier this week reporting on the record number of LGBT delegations states were sending to the DNC.
Changing Tactics, Changing Times
Glaad Aug 07 08AfterElton tapped pundits, journalists politicians, bloggers and GLAAD for our take on how gay issues may be used in the media during election 2008 and whether tactics from the past would resonate in the cultural climate of today.
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