Edwards Reaches Out To Gay Vote In Los Angeles

[jsamuel]

http://electioncentral.tpmcafe.com/blog/electioncentral/2007/jun/28/election_central_morning_roundup

Edwards Reaches Out To Gay Vote In Los Angeles
The Advocate reports that John Edwards toured the Los Angeles Gay and Lesbian Center — the only presidential candidate thus far to accept the center's invitation. His tour included a visit to the Jeffrey Goodman Special Care Clinic, and a visit to a transitional living program for homeless youth. The center's CEO, Lorri L. Jean, implored the candidate on the issue of gay marriage: "I am yearning for the day when a viable presidential candidate — a candidate like you — will have courage to lead and to clearly and unequivocally say that my people are also entitled to participate in the promise of America, including the freedom {to} marry. I ask you to seriously consider being that person."

[Laughing Mirror]

1. Why should I vote for somebody who considers me a second-class citizen?

I simply refuse.

[jsamuel]

2. I understand, but at least he is trying.

Other candidates aren't seen near these events and places. I am hoping he will decide to support gay marriage. Even if he doesn't, I know that he is the best candidate out there for this issue of the top three.

[Laughing Mirror]

3. Trying isn't good enough

Either he accepts us as equals or he doesn't. And so far, he doesn't.

[orleans]

4. he can't run on the fact that his wife is okay with gay marriage.

he's got to be okay with it himself.