Congratulations, Iowa!
The message of the Caucuses last night was loud and clear: Americans want dramatic change. Even in the heartland, where the population represents as little diversity as can be found in America, voters came out in record numbers to stand up for their candidates.
In their choice for Mike Huckabee, Iowa Republicans cited a recharged interest in values far more conservative than those of the current Bush administration.
The Iowa Democrats, it might be said, had a challenging choice to make: The top three candidates all proclaimed their intent for definitive ‘Change’ should they be elected.
The first truly viable female Presidential candidate?... The candidate who successfully battled seemingly indefatigable corporate interests time and again in the courtroom?... Or the candidate who stood for renewed hope in America, perhaps the first-ever truly viable African American candidate?
Again, with record numbers in attendance at the Caucuses, the Iowa Democrats clearly made their choice. There was no 3-way tie, and no question about the fact that even in a state that is more than 95% white, Americans today have no qualms about supporting a candidate who is not-white; a candidate who many believe has years -perhaps decades- less political experience; a candidate who speaks not only about the hard facts but also about the softer qualities as well - Hope, Teamwork, believing in Optimism instead of fear-tactics.
This was a courageous move by the Iowans. Voters in the heartland have now given the rest of us, throughout the nation, reason to Stop and Re-acquaint ourselves with the issues that matter, and the vision we truly wish to hold for our country.
Important! Take part in our Same Love, Same Rights voters’ poll! The people of Iowa voted, who would you vote for if the election was held today and what LGBTQi issues are most important to you? Be Counted and take the survey…click here for the link http://www.surveyconsole.com/console/TakeSurvey?id=423100
Most importantly please forward to your family and friends help us reach the LGBTQi community. We will report the final tally and send your thoughts to each of the candidates.
Visit these exciting websites:
http://www.rainbowweddingnetwork.com/ Since 2000 the trusted LGBTQi wedding resource.
http://www.rainbowweddingnetworkmagazine.com/ The only nationwide LGBTQi wedding magazine. Subscribe today and 20% will be donated to the Same Love Same Rights Mobile Marriage Summit.
http://www.samelovesamerights.com/ The fast growing political organization working for Equal Rights in Marriage.
East Coast Event: Atlanta, GA February 24, 2008 12:00pm – 5:00pm The King Plow Center – Always FREE to attend! Visit us during the 4th annual LGBT Wedding & Family Expo
West Coast Event: Seattle, WA April 6, 2008 12:30pm- 3:30pm Marriott Downtown Waterfront – Always FREE to attend! Visit us during the LGBT Wedding & Family Expo. Visit http://www.samelovesamerights.com/ for more details
In their choice for Mike Huckabee, Iowa Republicans cited a recharged interest in values far more conservative than those of the current Bush administration.
The Iowa Democrats, it might be said, had a challenging choice to make: The top three candidates all proclaimed their intent for definitive ‘Change’ should they be elected.
The first truly viable female Presidential candidate?... The candidate who successfully battled seemingly indefatigable corporate interests time and again in the courtroom?... Or the candidate who stood for renewed hope in America, perhaps the first-ever truly viable African American candidate?
Again, with record numbers in attendance at the Caucuses, the Iowa Democrats clearly made their choice. There was no 3-way tie, and no question about the fact that even in a state that is more than 95% white, Americans today have no qualms about supporting a candidate who is not-white; a candidate who many believe has years -perhaps decades- less political experience; a candidate who speaks not only about the hard facts but also about the softer qualities as well - Hope, Teamwork, believing in Optimism instead of fear-tactics.
This was a courageous move by the Iowans. Voters in the heartland have now given the rest of us, throughout the nation, reason to Stop and Re-acquaint ourselves with the issues that matter, and the vision we truly wish to hold for our country.
Important! Take part in our Same Love, Same Rights voters’ poll! The people of Iowa voted, who would you vote for if the election was held today and what LGBTQi issues are most important to you? Be Counted and take the survey…click here for the link http://www.surveyconsole.com/console/TakeSurvey?id=423100
Most importantly please forward to your family and friends help us reach the LGBTQi community. We will report the final tally and send your thoughts to each of the candidates.
Visit these exciting websites:
http://www.rainbowweddingnetwork.com/ Since 2000 the trusted LGBTQi wedding resource.
http://www.rainbowweddingnetworkmagazine.com/ The only nationwide LGBTQi wedding magazine. Subscribe today and 20% will be donated to the Same Love Same Rights Mobile Marriage Summit.
http://www.samelovesamerights.com/ The fast growing political organization working for Equal Rights in Marriage.
East Coast Event: Atlanta, GA February 24, 2008 12:00pm – 5:00pm The King Plow Center – Always FREE to attend! Visit us during the 4th annual LGBT Wedding & Family Expo
West Coast Event: Seattle, WA April 6, 2008 12:30pm- 3:30pm Marriott Downtown Waterfront – Always FREE to attend! Visit us during the LGBT Wedding & Family Expo. Visit http://www.samelovesamerights.com/ for more details
posted by Marianne Puechl | 7:38 AM
1 Comments:
In Iowa there is a great directory called Iowa Gay Wedding Directory (www.IowaGayWeddingDirectory.com) that is being put together to help the LGBT community find LGBT friendly vendors to help in the marriage process. This site is just beginning but shows some promise!
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