LGBT

The idea that one vote can't make a difference is a myth. Every vote counts and recent elections demonstrate just how big of an impact one vote can have.

In 2011, the Iowa House had a public call on a constitutional amendment to reverse the Iowa Supreme Court decision that had legalized marriage equality. Zach Wahls gave a passionate testimony and defense of his family that was seen by millions.

Zach, a sixth generation Iowan and raised by two women, shares why marriage equality is important to him and why he supports President Obama.

Four years ago Barack Obama promised to stand with the LGBT community. As President he repealed "Don't Ask, Don't Tell", signed the Matthew Shepard and James Byrd, Jr.

Glee star Jane Lynch narrates this documentary about LGBT rights in America. The video features a candid interview with President Obama, who speaks about the repeal of Don't Ask Don't Tell, why he supports marriage equality, and what's at stake for the LGBT community in this election.

Join LGBT Americans for Obama: https://my.barackobama.com/lgbtpotusvid

President Barack Obama affirms his personal belief that same-sex couples should be allowed to marry, but Romney supports the first constitutional amendment to discriminate and deny rights.

Juanita, over at the Beauty Shop reminds us about Republican Congressman Pete Olson's sexual orientation:

Now I know there are people who think that Republican Congressman Pete Olson, who also happens to be my own personal congressman, is gay.

He is not.

He is not gay.   Not.  Gay.

There are people who think that a straight man wouldn’t constantly be putting 20 year old pictures of himself in a little sailor suit on everything he mails to his constituents.  Those people do not know Pete Olson, a man who is, incidentally, not gay.

Did I mention that Pete Olson is many things, but none of them are gay?

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