- LGBT participation soars at Democratic convention
The Democratic National Convention featured a record number of openly LGBT convention delegates, key speaking roles for out elected officials and the adoption of a party platform supporting marriage equality. "I have certainly never attended a convention where visibility is as significant as it has been at this convention. There is amazing progress to celebrate," said Rep. Tammy Baldwin, D-Wis., a candidate for the U.S. Senate who was given a prime time speaking role Thursday night. Other out convention speakers included Rep. Jared Polis, D-Colo., and Andrew Tobias, treasurer of the Democratic National Committee. The New York Times (tiered subscription model) (9/5), The Washington Post/The Associated Press (9/4), GayPolitics.com (9/6), Washington Blade (Washington, D.C.) (9/5), BuzzFeed (9/4)
- First lady fires up LGBT delegates
First lady Michelle Obama spoke at a luncheon honoring openly LGBT elected officials and Democratic National Convention delegates in Charlotte, N.C., this week, thanking attendees for their activism. “I want to thank you for doing everything that you do every single day to lift up our communities and move this country forward, and ensure that all Americans are treated fairly no matter who they are or who they love,” Obama said. The event was co-sponsored by the Gay & Lesbian Victory Fund and the Human Rights Campaign. The Charlotte Observer (N.C.) (9/5), Advocate.com (9/5)
