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Is Sally Clark Untouchable?

Fri, May 18th 2007, 14:25


Bruce Kraus endorsed by Pittsburgh Post Gazette

Wed, May 16th 2007, 08:30

Victory endorsee Bruce Kraus, who would become the city’s first openly gay elected official, was endorsed today by Pittsburgh’s largest daily paper.


Senator criticizes her colleagues: Justus cites lack of action on increasing child-care subsidies during the session

Tue, May 15th 2007, 17:38

In an emotional speech last week, Sen. Jolie Justus lashed out at lawmakers for lavishing tax credits on businesses this year but failing to increase child-care subsidies.


Victory endorsee nominated by Pennsylvania governor

Mon, May 14th 2007, 16:06

Dan Anders, who was endorsed by the Victory Fund in his race to become a judge of the Pennsylvania Court of Common Pleas, has been nominated by Gov. Ed Rendell to fill a separate vacancy on that court.


Joseph Hernandez nabs Dallas Morning News endorsement

Mon, May 14th 2007, 16:05

Victory-endorsed candidate Joseph Hernandez (far right) has received the endorsement of the Dallas Morning News in his race to represent District 3 on the Dallas City Council.


Colorado legislature moves LGBT rights bill

Mon, May 14th 2007, 16:03

Openly lesbian State Sen. Jennifer Veiga has been pushing for the statewide non-discrimination bill for a decade.


Oregon DP bill to become law

Mon, May 14th 2007, 16:03

The state's two openly LGBT legislators celebrate passage of marriage-like rights for same sex couples.


Governor appoints Jim Roth to Corporation Commission seat

Mon, May 14th 2007, 15:46


Gay lawmaker's agenda includes environment, health care

Mon, May 14th 2007, 08:39


Paper: Conn. lawmaker changes marriage debate

Thu, May 3rd 2007, 14:57

Bay Windows credits openly lesbian Rep. Beth Bye's testimony for helping to personalize the marriage debate in the Connecticut state legislature this week. 


New Hampshire solidifies New England as haven for gay couples

Thu, May 3rd 2007, 09:16

New Hampshire State Rep. Ed Butler is featured in a Washington Post article about the state's new civil unions law.  All New England states now legally recognize same-sex couples.


Leading, winning the fight in Iowa

Thu, May 3rd 2007, 09:16

The Iowa legislature has approved a bill adding sexual orientation and gender identity to the state's nondiscrimination laws.  Gov. Chet Culver says he will sign the measure.


Arkansas Rep. Kathy Webb stops anti-gay adoption bill

Tue, May 1st 2007, 08:59

Rep. Kathy Webb, a Victory-endorsed candidate in 2006, has been instrumental in stopping a bill that would have banned adoption by gay couples in Arkansas.  Webb, the state's first openly gay elected official, lobbied her colleagues on the State House Judicicary Committee to kill the measure, and many groups involved in the fight say her mere presence on the committee and in the House went a long way to stopping the vicously anti-gay measure.


Brunch speakers: You're changing American politics

Tue, May 1st 2007, 08:58

Utah State Sen. Scott McCoy holds up his official license plate during a speech delivered at the Victory Fund’s 7th Annual Champagne Brunch held last weekend.


Dallas mayoral candidate running strong

Tue, May 1st 2007, 08:58

Dallas City Councilman Ed Oakley , who could become the first openly gay mayor of one of the largest U.S. cities, is among the race's front runners.  


Rep. Pedersen 'hits the ground running' in first year as lawmaker

Mon, Apr 30th 2007, 12:47


N.H. Senate OKs Civil Unions Bill Lawmaker: Measure Brings Gays, Lesbians `Close To Full Equality'

Fri, Apr 27th 2007, 10:45


Oregon Rep.: "World will be different"

Thu, Apr 26th 2007, 13:44

Oregon state Rep. Tina Kotek hailed the Tuesday passage of domestic partnership and gay-inclusive civil rights bills in the State House.  "The world will be different," Kotek said.  "This is about bringing people in, not shutting them out."


New Hampshire civil unions bill gets governor's nod

Thu, Apr 26th 2007, 10:00

Openly LGBT lawmakers worked hard to pass a bill establishing civil unions in the state.


Guajardo earns widespread support

Wed, Apr 25th 2007, 14:11

Elena Guajardo has received support from a wide cross section of
organization.  Groups endorsing Elena include:

  • San Antonio Police Officers' Association
  • San Antonio Professional Firefighters' Association
  • Service Employees International Union
  • Bexar County Central Labor Council (AFL-CIO)
  • Stonewall Democrats of San Antonio
  • Victory Fund
  • Sierra Club


She has also received awards for:


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