The openly gay Latino whom Democrats in California’s Assembly recently selected to be the next speaker is, in the parlance of elected office, a “freshman.” But John A. Perez has a depth of experience and adeptness for exercising power that belie his first-term status.
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John A. Pérez To Be Speaker of the California Assembly
by Chris Prevatt • • 1 Comment
Sacramento, CA — John A Pérez was elected Speaker of the California Assembly today. Late Wednesday his main competitor for the spot Kevin DeLeon, conceded the contest to Perez. Perez was honored in January 2009 for his labor leadership by the Democratic Party of Orange County with the Samuel Gompers Award.
Lesbian Bishop Elected In Los Angeles
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The Episcopal Diocese of Los Angeles has elected the first openly lesbian bishop since the national church lifted a ban that sought to bar gays and lesbians from the church’s highest ordained ministry, the church announced.
Marriage Equality Groups Issue Statement on Tuesday’s Vote on Measure 1 in Maine
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Yes on Equality, TruthandHope.org, and Restore Equality 2010 issued the following statement on Tuesday’s vote on Measure 1 in Maine: The latest polling in Maine is trending in our favor and we are confident we will defeat Measure 1 next…
Retaliation Alleged Over “Rent” Flap at CDM High
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Well, that didn’t take too long now did it? The Orange County Register on Wednesday published a follow-up report on the aftermath of the failed attempt earlier this year to cancel at the last minute the production of the play “Rent” at Corona…
Governor Signs Harvey Milk Day and Marriage Recognition Bills
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Editor’s Note:Â The following was sent in a release from Equality California. We may not agree with much that Gov. Schwarenegger does, but today, we thank him. Sacramento – Today Governor Schwarzenegger signed into law two historic LGBT rights bills…
What Obama May Say Saturday Night
by Bill Spaulding • • Comments Off
Tomorrow, Saturday, President Obama is planning to speak at the Human Rights Campaign BFD annual dinner/fundraiser. It’s a good sign. Many in the LGBT community are unhappy with his self-proclaimed fierce advocacy on their behalf. One wonders what he might…
