Gay Councilman: My Plea Has Saved Lives Already

[Iwillnevergiveup]

http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2010/10/16/earlyshow/saturday/main6964154.shtml

JOEL BURNS - YES!

I called the councilman's office this morning and the phone person said they've been inundated with positve comments and messages. Here's the contact info for Joel:

Direct line: [phone]

[e-mail]


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"An openly gay Fort Worth, Texas City Councilman says a dramatic speech he gave this week - a video of which has gone viral and been viewed more than a half-million times on You Tube - has kept some gay teens who are being bullied from commiting suicide."

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[Dappleganger]

1. He is a real American hero.

I hope that every single person watches his video and listens to interviews he's giving, as he is the exact kind of person we need more of today!!

[Smarmie Doofus]

2. Cooler than cool. K,R n/t

[myrna minx]

3. He's a brave soul, who I have no doubt saved someone's life with

his powerful and moving speech. K&R :cry:

[Iwillnevergiveup]

4. With all the slimeballs holding and/or seeking public office

how refreshing is this truth teller? And I love that he's from Texas!



:yourock:

[Iwillnevergiveup]

5. Can I say it?

I hope Joel Burns' future includes higher office - we need so many more like him. And FAST!

[Smarmie Doofus]

6. Movie-star looks, too.

Ain't gonna hurt him none.

He's like Jimmy Stewart meets Brad Pitt.