Webb becomes Virginia's first gay African-American elected to office

Thu, May 22nd 2008, 11:14

In his first bid for elected office, Lawrence Webb won a seat on the Falls Church City Council by a margin of 39 votes. The Victory Fund's political staff launched an intense get-out-the-vote effort to secure the win.

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Victory Fund releases annual report

Mon, May 19th 2008, 12:28

New publication reveals that nearly 90 percent of the Victory Fund's budget goes directly to training and support of LGBT candidates. Read the entire report online here.

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Sam Adams approaches pivotal 50 percent mark in mayoral race

Mon, May 19th 2008, 12:28

Portland City Commissioner and mayoral candidate Sam Adams has nearly reached the 50 percent mark according to a recent poll. If Adams pulls in more than half of the vote in his primary, he will not face a general election.

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Two Solano newspapers endorse Cabaldon

Wed, May 14th 2008, 08:22

Both of Solano's daily newspapers have enthusiastically endorsed Cabaldon's candidacy.

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Austin American-Statesman endorses Randi Shade

Tue, May 13th 2008, 10:05

The newspaper backs Shade over incumbent Jennifer Kim, stating that Shade "has experience running a business, impressive credentials and readiness to tackle the tough challenges facing Austin."

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Kevin Lee advances in race for state legislature

Tue, May 13th 2008, 10:05

Lee defeated his Democratic primary opponent by a margin of 58 percent to 42 percent. If he wins the competitive general election, he would become the state's only openly gay legislator.

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Health care workers endorse Hirshfield

Tue, May 13th 2008, 10:04

Four influential unions representing thousands of nurses, heath care workers and teachers in Sonoma County have endorsed Maddy Hirshfield in the race for 5th District Supervisor.

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Statesman Journal endorses Brown for secretary of state

Mon, May 5th 2008, 09:05

Salem newspaper writes: Her nine years as Senate majority leader gave her experience in working with colleagues, other elected officials and everyday Oregonians.

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Webb campaigns in northern Virginia

Mon, May 5th 2008, 09:03

April's candidate of the month, Lawrence Webb, hopes to become Falls Church, Va.'s next city councilmember. Having already picked up key endorsements, he would be the state's first gay African American to hold public office.

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Pettis leads by 7 points in new poll

Mon, May 5th 2008, 09:01

An independent poll conducted last week showed Greg Pettis in a commanding position to win the Democratic primary in California's 80th Assembly District.

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