If election 2008
sweeps a Democratic administration into office, who in
our community might be walking the halls of the White House
and weighing in on key policy decisions? The
Advocate takes a look at some potential power
players.
As the knock-down
drag-out race for the Democratic presidential
nomination wears on, LGBT political insiders have begun
speculating about possible administration gigs. If
Barack Obama or Hillary Clinton goes on to win in
November, who might the new president tap for high-level
appointments or key White House staff? The
Advocate offers a sneak peek at a few of the contenders
for both camps -- and a couple of unaffiliated talents
either candidate may draft.
Senator Obama has
taken a targeted approach to LGBT outreach at different
times in this race. Now if he would just apply the same
philosophy to gay media.
It was a big year for Hollywood coming out stories, even bigger for sports, and for protesting Russia's antigay laws. Let this list of 2013's comings out inspire you.