His speech to reporters, as well as a message from Bill O'Reilly, AFTER THE JUMP... … [Read more...] about Al Franken Declares Victory in Minnesota Senate Race
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Virginia Governor Tim Kaine to Succeed Howard Dean as DNC Chair
The WaPo reports: "Kaine, 50, who emerged as a finalist for the job of Obama's running mate last summer, will operate from Richmond in a part-time … [Read more...] about Virginia Governor Tim Kaine to Succeed Howard Dean as DNC Chair
Bill Richardson Withdraws as Commerce Secretary Nominee
New Mexico Governor Bill Richardson has declined Obama's nomination as Commerce Secretary because of a grand jury investigation in his home state:"The … [Read more...] about Bill Richardson Withdraws as Commerce Secretary Nominee
The Caroline Kennedy Backlash, You Know, is Fully Underway
The Washington Posts' Jonathan Capehart on the Caroline Kennedy backlash:"As soon as Kennedy voiced interest in the seat, pundits confidently claimed … [Read more...] about The Caroline Kennedy Backlash, You Know, is Fully Underway
Barney Frank Names Transgender Man His Senior Policy Advisor
Congressman Barney Frank announced the replacement of outgoing Senior Policy Advisor Joe Racalto with Diego Sanchez. Sanchez, a transgender man, is … [Read more...] about Barney Frank Names Transgender Man His Senior Policy Advisor
First Openly Gay Electors Cast Votes for Obama in Florida
Today, electors around the country cast their votes to officially elect Barack Obama the 44th president of the United States: "In all 50 states and … [Read more...] about First Openly Gay Electors Cast Votes for Obama in Florida
NY Senator Ruben Diaz Sr. Clarifies Threatening Statements
In a post on Room Eight, Senator Ruben Diaz Sr. clarifies the "threats" he made to the gay community in a report earlier this week to the NYDN's … [Read more...] about NY Senator Ruben Diaz Sr. Clarifies Threatening Statements
New York Senate Democrat Deal Falls Apart, Smith Issues Statement
As Senator Ruben Diaz Sr.'s earlier remarks suggested, the power-brokering deal between Senator Malcolm Smith and the "gang of three" (Senator-elect … [Read more...] about New York Senate Democrat Deal Falls Apart, Smith Issues Statement
NY Gay Leaders Await Answers on Marriage Element of Dem Deal
The Empire State Pride Agenda's Executive Director Alan Van Capelle released a statement yesterday in reaction to reports that a marriage equality … [Read more...] about NY Gay Leaders Await Answers on Marriage Element of Dem Deal
Barney Frank Gets Happy
Benoit Denizet-Lewis talks to Barney Frank about his personal life, the recent economic bail-out, campaigning, and gay rights legislation in a new … [Read more...] about Barney Frank Gets Happy