~  April 1st - 3rd  ~ *The Carrier Corp. Ends Support for Boy Scouts of America. *Savannah Moves To Protect Gay Workers. *Pennsylvania To Hear Case on Gay Co-Adoption. *Log Cabin Assailed Over Nasty Letter. *Swarthmore Challenges Lockheed Martin. *Top Speakers at the Victory Fund Lunch Gay Mayor and Lesbian Commissioner.

Gay Lieutenant Governor Candidate Drops Out April 3: Patrick Guerriero dropped out of the Massachusetts lieutenant governor's race, bringing an end to a high-profile gay candidacy. Patrick's decision was made after conversations with the presumptive GOP gubernatorial nominee Mitt Romney. Guerriero, also a Republican, was hoping that Romney would tap him as a running mate, or alternatively, tap no one and run on his own, neither happened.

Gov Jane Swift Bows Out of Governor's Race, Gay Running Mate Still In. March 20: Massachusetts politics take a surprising turn, as incumbent Acting Governor Jane Swift bowed out of the governor's race, leaving openly gay running mate still in the contest.

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News Archives  ~ January 2002  ~  December 2001 ~ *Wilton Manors Should Hire Openly Gay Officer, Says Openly Gay Mayor. *Roman Catholic Groups Wants to Place Anti-Condom Ads In DC Transit. Contrary to their anti-condom campaign, they seem to be unconcerned that   promoting unprotected sex, can be a death sentence to those who listens. >

Another Gay GOPer Enters Electoral Fray January 25:  Mulling a jump into the race for State Treasurer, Dan Grabauskas, didn't figure that reporters would ask him if he is gay. But coming just days after Republican Gov. Jane Swift's historic choice of an out gay man, another gay Republican was launching a bid for statewide office was news. Grabauskas, 38, found himself challenging reporters on their definition of "openly gay", I said, 'What does 'openly gay' mean?'" "And they said, 'Well it's never been in the paper.'  'Well that's interesting,  it's quite public for people I work with, my family, my friends, my partner's family and friends.'       Photo Credit ~ Bay Windows Online

*Tipper Gore Bows Out as Keynote Speaker at Bar Dinner to show her Support of Gays. *Winn-Dixie Admits That They Fired Man for Cross-Dressing Off-Duty. Pro-Transgender Protesters at Winn Dixie.  > *Baker Act Stop Bashing Gays. *Florida Gay Rights Milestones.

TBC GLBT National News Archives  Jan. 3rd~Jan. 8th. 2002 Archives. *Vermont Civil Unions Challenge Fails. *Secret Service Investigating Salvation Army Protest. *President Signs Bill With Benefits Provision. *Acting Mass Gov. Jane Swift Picks Gay Running Mate. *City Council Votes 6-2 to Protect GLB from Discrimination. *TBC Blasts Mayor for His Reprehensible Religious Remarks. *Va. housing authority set to change policy. *Federal Fund Leaves Partner Eligibility to States. *Miami-Dade's Gay Rights War About to Intensify.

Archives Virginia Republicans Anti-Gay Hate Campaign Aug/Sept: The good news is that both the Republican Governor, Mark Earley and Lt. Governor, Jay Katzen, candidates lost big time. Hate did not pay off for them as they had planned. Archives. September 6, 2001: Candidates for Lieutenant Governor in Spat Over Gays September 4, 2001: Virginia candidate: Homosexuality is "A Choice" that                                  results in AIDS. September 4, 2001: Run for Governor Heats Up. August 31, 2001: Kaine: Katzen Wages Campaign of 'Bigotry'. August 29, 2001: Kaine, Katzen Clash on Issues. August 28, 2001: Democrats Denounce GOP Flier. August 23, 2001: GOP Ticket Bashes Democratic Rivals.

TBC GLBT National Legislation News September/October Archives. October 18, 2001: In Wake of Sept. 11 Attacks, Political Agenda Takes a Back Seat to Tragedy October 10, 2001: Gay and Lesbian Advocates & Defenders, GLAD, Files Suit Against Reilly Over                               Anti-Gay Referendum. September 7, 2001: Anti-Gay Ballot Initiatives Given Green Light by Attorney General Reilly September 3, 2001: Fear Tom Reilly will Accede to Right-Wing Demands Regarding Wording of                                      Marriage Ballot Question. August 30, 2001: Tom Reilly, We're Watching You.

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TBC GLBT National News & Headlines  Archives. September 7, 2001: Will Massachusettes Send a Lesbian Congresswoman to the Hill. September 6, 2001: Op-Ed by Jeff Epperly: Cheryl Jacques for Congress. September 4, 2001: New Jersey Scout Group Decide to Waive Gay Ban to Receive Funding. September 1, 2001: Mitsubishi Gives Workers Domestic Partners Benefits. August 31, 2001: Largest Newspaper Company to Offer Partner Benefits. August 31, 2001: Cop Demoted After Sex Reassignment. August 13, 2001: Politics and the Gay Vote. August 13, 2001: Pressure's on: Firms Work to Ban Discrimination August 11, 2001: Gay Scout Leader Rejected Despite New Policy August   2, 2001: Gays Seek Asylum See Familiar Prejudices in U.S.

*Georgia Appeals Court Rules Against Gay Unions. *Jonathan Schmitz's Appeal Rejected, His Conviction in Murder of Scott Amedure Upheld. Jonathan Schmitz & Scoot Amedure on Jenny Jones Show.> *Virginia Turned Down Gays for Low-Interest Home Loans.

Connecticut and California Consider Same-Sex Legislation January 26: California Assemblyman Paul Koretz shelved a bill to offer civil unions to same-sex couples in that state. Koretz cited the need for further education as his reason for pulling the bill--he has pledged to re-file it. Perhaps Connecticut is more prepared to offer full legal equality to gay couples. The Judiciary Committee Jan.18 voted to allow for consideration two bills addressing same-sex unions. One would legalize gay marriage and the other would be more akin to the Vermont civil unions law. Connecticut Lawmakers Consider Gay Marriage Bill January 16: Bills promoting and opposing same-sex unions will come before the Connecticut legislature this year. Supporters of same-sex marriage laws are optimistic Connecticut will become the next state to legally recognize gay and lesbian couples. Related Articles from TBC's GLBT Rights News Archives. March 13: Partnership Union Bills Headed To Conn Legislation. December 7: Massachusetts Group Pushing Gay Marriage Ban.

Gay Rhode Island Rep. to Run for Mayor of Providence. January 10: An openly gay Rhode Island state representative, David Cicilline, (D) likely will be the first person to formally declare candidacy for mayor of Providence in this year's election.Cicilline had represented the city's affluent East Side neighborhood, which is part of Pawtucket since 1995. Photo Credit ~ Bay Windows Online

Gov Gay Mate, Patrick Guerriero, Speaks Out for First Time. January 15: Patrick Guerriero has been vaulted into the spotlight ever since Governor Jane Swift's announcement that the 33-year- old former state Rep. and ex-mayor of Melrose was her pick for Lt. Governor. The media zeroed in on the fact Guerriero made history becoming the very first openly gay candidate. He reveals. ``In my discussions with her about running we barely talk about my sexual orientation. We have acknowledged it, we said it is part of my personal story and it will bring something to the table". Acting Mass Gov. Jane Swift Picks Gay Running Mate January 3: Mass. Acting Gov. Jane Swift announced Patrick C. Guerriero, 33, as gay running mate for Lt Governor.

Opportunity Missed and Promise Broken January 18: VA. Governor Mark Warner signs his first Executive Order. To the great dismay of gay and lesbian government workers, their promised inclusion in the state's non-discrimination policy was not to be, as he promised. During one of the absolute most horrific hate inspired anti-gay Republican campaigns, Warner had turned to gay voters for their support and pledged to include sexual orientation to list of protected groups in the non-discrimination policy for the state. But, by breaking his promise, the nation's largest GLBT Democratic organization may withdraw support and could turn against him in future

Maryland's First Openly Gay Legislator Majority Leader January 19: When Maryland's General Assembly convened its opening session, the first female House Majority Leader, Maggie McIntosh (D), was formally introduced to assembely. The introduction garnered a standing ovation from colleagues. Many of which, did not know they were witness to yet another first. That being, Maggie is the very first openly gay person in the legislature. Maggie had only recently came out publicly, that on Oct. 29, 2001, Maggie was being presented with an award by the Women's Law Center of Maryland. It was her  acceptance speech before the audience, that Maggie for the first time publicly, said she's a lesbian. We are so very proud of Maggie McIntosh's achievements and accomplishments. We wish her our very best and are thankful to Maggie for her bravery and willingness to come out as a role model for us.

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Maryland's First Openly Gay Legislator Majority Leader January 19: When Maryland's General Assembly convened its opening session, the first female House Majority Leader, Maggie McIntosh (D), was formally introduced to assembely. The introduction garnered a standing ovation from colleagues. Many of which, did not know they were witness to yet another first. That being, Maggie is the very first openly gay person in the legislature. Maggie had only recently came out publicly, that on Oct. 29, 2001, Maggie was being presented with an award by the Women's Law Center of Maryland. It was her  acceptance speech before the audience, that Maggie for the first time publicly, said she's a lesbian. We are so very proud of Maggie McIntosh's achievements and accomplishments. We wish her our very best and are thankful to Maggie for her bravery and willingness to come out as a role model for us.

Opportunity Missed and Promise Broken January 18: VA. Governor Mark Warner signs his first Executive Order. To the great dismay of gay and lesbian government workers, their promised inclusion in the state's non-discrimination policy was not to be, as he promised. During one of the absolute most horrific hate inspired anti-gay Republican campaigns, Warner had turned to gay voters for their support and pledged to include sexual orientation to list of protected groups in the non-discrimination policy for the state. But, by breaking his promise, the nation's largest GLBT Democratic organization may withdraw support and could turn against him in future

Gov Gay Mate, Patrick Guerriero, Speaks Out for First Time. January 15: Patrick Guerriero has been vaulted into the spotlight ever since Governor Jane Swift's announcement that the 33-year- old former state Rep. and ex-mayor of Melrose was her pick for Lt. Governor. The media zeroed in on the fact Guerriero made history becoming the very first openly gay candidate. He reveals. ``In my discussions with her about running we barely talk about my sexual orientation. We have acknowledged it, we said it is part of my personal story and it will bring something to the table". Acting Mass Gov. Jane Swift Picks Gay Running Mate January 3: Mass. Acting Gov. Jane Swift announced Patrick C. Guerriero, 33, as gay running mate for Lt Governor.

Gay Rhode Island Rep. to Run for Mayor of Providence. January 10: An openly gay Rhode Island state representative, David Cicilline, (D) likely will be the first person to formally declare candidacy for mayor of Providence in this year's election.Cicilline had represented the city's affluent East Side neighborhood, which is part of Pawtucket since 1995. Photo Credit ~ Bay Windows Online

Connecticut and California Consider Same-Sex Legislation January 26: California Assemblyman Paul Koretz shelved a bill to offer civil unions to same-sex couples in that state. Koretz cited the need for further education as his reason for pulling the bill--he has pledged to re-file it. Perhaps Connecticut is more prepared to offer full legal equality to gay couples. The Judiciary Committee Jan.18 voted to allow for consideration two bills addressing same-sex unions. One would legalize gay marriage and the other would be more akin to the Vermont civil unions law. Connecticut Lawmakers Consider Gay Marriage Bill January 16: Bills promoting and opposing same-sex unions will come before the Connecticut legislature this year. Supporters of same-sex marriage laws are optimistic Connecticut will become the next state to legally recognize gay and lesbian couples. Related Articles from TBC's GLBT Rights News Archives. March 13: Partnership Union Bills Headed To Conn Legislation. December 7: Massachusetts Group Pushing Gay Marriage Ban.

Del.Maggie McIntosh House Majority Leader  (Top) (Below L-R) Maggie's Nephew, Neice, Maggie, Sister and Mother. (Photo Kara Fox)

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*Georgia Appeals Court Rules Against Gay Unions. *Jonathan Schmitz's Appeal Rejected, His Conviction in Murder of Scott Amedure Upheld. Jonathan Schmitz & Scoot Amedure on Jenny Jones Show.> *Virginia Turned Down Gays for Low-Interest Home Loans.

TBC GLBT National News & Headlines  Archives. September 7, 2001: Will Massachusettes Send a Lesbian Congresswoman to the Hill. September 6, 2001: Op-Ed by Jeff Epperly: Cheryl Jacques for Congress. September 4, 2001: New Jersey Scout Group Decide to Waive Gay Ban to Receive Funding. September 1, 2001: Mitsubishi Gives Workers Domestic Partners Benefits. August 31, 2001: Largest Newspaper Company to Offer Partner Benefits. August 31, 2001: Cop Demoted After Sex Reassignment. August 13, 2001: Politics and the Gay Vote. August 13, 2001: Pressure's on: Firms Work to Ban Discrimination August 11, 2001: Gay Scout Leader Rejected Despite New Policy August   2, 2001: Gays Seek Asylum See Familiar Prejudices in U.S.

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TBC GLBT National Legislation News September/October Archives. October 18, 2001: In Wake of Sept. 11 Attacks, Political Agenda Takes a Back Seat to Tragedy October 10, 2001: Gay and Lesbian Advocates & Defenders, GLAD, Files Suit Against Reilly Over                               Anti-Gay Referendum. September 7, 2001: Anti-Gay Ballot Initiatives Given Green Light by Attorney General Reilly September 3, 2001: Fear Tom Reilly will Accede to Right-Wing Demands Regarding Wording of                                      Marriage Ballot Question. August 30, 2001: Tom Reilly, We're Watching You.

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VA GOP Candidate Mark Earley, in debate with Democrat Mark Warner. Earley says he supports "Virginia Values, not Vermont Values" trying to paint Warner as pro-gay.[Top]

Archives Virginia Republicans Anti-Gay Hate Campaign Aug/Sept: The good news is that both the Republican Governor, Mark Earley and Lt. Governor, Jay Katzen, candidates lost big time. Hate did not pay off for them as they had planned. Archives. September 6, 2001: Candidates for Lieutenant Governor in Spat Over Gays September 4, 2001: Virginia candidate: Homosexuality is "A Choice" that                                  results in AIDS. September 4, 2001: Run for Governor Heats Up. August 31, 2001: Kaine: Katzen Wages Campaign of 'Bigotry'. August 29, 2001: Kaine, Katzen Clash on Issues. August 28, 2001: Democrats Denounce GOP Flier. August 23, 2001: GOP Ticket Bashes Democratic Rivals.

TBC GLBT National News Archives  Jan. 3rd~Jan. 8th. 2002 Archives. *Vermont Civil Unions Challenge Fails. *Secret Service Investigating Salvation Army Protest. *President Signs Bill With Benefits Provision. *Acting Mass Gov. Jane Swift Picks Gay Running Mate. *City Council Votes 6-2 to Protect GLB from Discrimination. *TBC Blasts Mayor for His Reprehensible Religious Remarks. *Va. housing authority set to change policy. *Federal Fund Leaves Partner Eligibility to States. *Miami-Dade's Gay Rights War About to Intensify.

*Tipper Gore Bows Out as Keynote Speaker at Bar Dinner to show her Support of Gays. *Winn-Dixie Admits That They Fired Man for Cross-Dressing Off-Duty. Pro-Transgender Protesters at Winn Dixie.  > *Baker Act Stop Bashing Gays. *Florida Gay Rights Milestones.

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Another Gay GOPer Enters Electoral Fray January 25:  Mulling a jump into the race for State Treasurer, Dan Grabauskas, didn't figure that reporters would ask him if he is gay. But coming just days after Republican Gov. Jane Swift's historic choice of an out gay man, another gay Republican was launching a bid for statewide office was news. Grabauskas, 38, found himself challenging reporters on their definition of "openly gay", I said, 'What does 'openly gay' mean?'" "And they said, 'Well it's never been in the paper.'  'Well that's interesting,  it's quite public for people I work with, my family, my friends, my partner's family and friends.'       Photo Credit ~ Bay Windows Online

News Archives  ~ January 2002  ~  December 2001 ~ *Wilton Manors Should Hire Openly Gay Officer, Says Openly Gay Mayor. *Roman Catholic Groups Wants to Place Anti-Condom Ads In DC Transit. Contrary to their anti-condom campaign, they seem to be unconcerned that   promoting unprotected sex, can be a death sentence to those who listens. >

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Gov Jane Swift Bows Out of Governor's Race, Gay Running Mate Still In. March 20: Massachusetts politics take a surprising turn, as incumbent Acting Governor Jane Swift bowed out of the governor's race, leaving openly gay running mate still in the contest.

Gay Lieutenant Governor Candidate Drops Out April 3: Patrick Guerriero dropped out of the Massachusetts lieutenant governor's race, bringing an end to a high-profile gay candidacy. Patrick's decision was made after conversations with the presumptive GOP gubernatorial nominee Mitt Romney. Guerriero, also a Republican, was hoping that Romney would tap him as a running mate, or alternatively, tap no one and run on his own, neither happened.

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~  April 1st - 3rd  ~ *The Carrier Corp. Ends Support for Boy Scouts of America. *Savannah Moves To Protect Gay Workers. *Pennsylvania To Hear Case on Gay Co-Adoption. *Log Cabin Assailed Over Nasty Letter. *Swarthmore Challenges Lockheed Martin. *Top Speakers at the Victory Fund Lunch Gay Mayor and Lesbian Commissioner.

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