Couldn’t the same question have been directed at Hillary? She’s been in the Senate for seven years.

– Doug

read more here-
http://www.politicalamnesia.blogspot.com

Barack Obama’s HRC Congressional scorecard for the 109th Congress actually shows a slightly higher score (89 out of 100) than that awarded to Hillary Clinton (88 out of 100).

http://www.hrc.org/documents/HRCscorecard2006.pdf

This scorecard is based on actual votes reflective of support for LGBT-friendly legislation (and opposition to LGBT-hostile legislation). Once again, I am mystified by all the hostility directed against a candidate who is a clear advocate for the LGBT communty … at least to the same extent as Hillary Clinton and — based on the HRC Scorecard for the 109th Congress — even slightly more supportive of us.

Can we all tone down the anger and hyperbole a little? The LGBT community would be blessed to have either of the remaining two Democratic candidates as our next President. We should certainly continue to advocate for the candidate we favor, but — once again — let’s save our anger for the Republican party and John McCain, who have absolutely abysmal records when it comes to supporting LGBT causes.

LIE: “We succeeded in enacting [Illinois’ LGBT rights] law just as I was leaving for the U.S. Senate.”

TRUTH: “Whadda ya mean “We” Obama Man?” He mysteriously let nine months pass after SB3186 was introduced before he was elected to the US Senate without even signing on as a cosponsor as he had other bills. His replacement in the state senate did join as a cosponsor. Obama was no longer even in the state legislature when the law was passed.

HALF TRUTH: “I support the complete repeal of the federal Defense of Marriage Act.”

FULL TRUTH: He still supports any state’s right to ban gay unions regardless of federal DOMA.

LIE: “and the complete equalization of rights and benefits for same-sex couples at the federal level”

TRUTH: “complete equalization of rights” would include use of the word “marriage” which Obama has repeatedly opposed.

CLAIM: “I will work to eradicate the Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell policy.”

TRUTH: He’s already not working hard enough when he stated that opposing DADT would not be a “litmus test” for his military Joint Chiefs of Staff. Is he going to be the Commander-in-Chief or the tail wagged by six dogs?

LIE: “I included this message [of LGBT equality] in the announcement of my candidacy for President, in my speech before the Ebenezer Baptist Church on the eve of Martin Luther King Day, and in addresses to audiences of thousands in states around the country.

TRUTH: What he actually said—

Candidacy announcement: “We’re distracted from our real failures, and told to blame the other party, or gay people, or immigrants.” NO mention of “LGBT equality.”

Ebenezer Baptist Church: “We have scorned our gay brothers and sisters instead of embracing them.” NO mention of “LGBT equality.”

Addresses…around the country: variations on his “told to blame” statement above. He never talks about our EQUALITY except when asked. Just using the “gay word” is attention without action.

SHAME ON YOU, SENATOR!!!

Hillary’s History with LGBT community.

http://my.barackobama.com/page/s/charlotte

Let’s show Sen. Barack Obama that the Charlotte LGBT community supports him! Get your tickets now.

FRIDAY, MAY 2

Charlotte, NC
GET OUT THE VOTE RALLY WITH BARACK OBAMA
Cricket Arena
2700 E. Independence Blvd.
Charlotte, NC 28205

Tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis during these hours:

Thursday, May 1 – 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Friday, May 2 – 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Click here to find a distribution Location near you: http://my.barackobama.com/page/community/post/zachedwards/gGCnQM

AIDS WALK Charlotte, SATURDAY, MAY 3

A group of volunteers supporting Sen. Barack Obama’s presidential campaign have formed a team to participate in the AIDS WALK Charlotte this Saturday.

The OBAMA 08 Team already has raised more than $1,000 to support AIDS WALK Charlotte and the Regional AIDS Interfaith Network (”RAIN”). RAIN provides support for individuals impacted by HIV and AIDS in the Charlotte area.

Anyone who wants more information regarding how to support the OBAMA 08 Team is encouraged to visit the AIDS WALK Charlotte website at http://www.aidswalkcharlotte.org to join the team or make a donation. Same-day registration is also possible beginning at 8:00 a.m. on Saturday morning at the Gateway Village Atrium downtown.

http://www.hillaryclinton.com/feature/lgbt

THIS WEEK’S EVENTS FOR LGBT AMERICANS FOR HILLARY:

TakeoverHillary in Charlotte, THURSDAY NITE.
at The Forum (College & Sixth Street Downtown)
6pm. Free Admission. Live Musical Guest, Star of Broadway and ABC’s “Pushing Daisies”, Ellen Greene. Cash Bar. No Cover / Free Admission.

AIDSWALK CHARLOTTE on SATURDAY MORNING
register online for Hillary Clinton 2008 Team.
Or just meet us at Gateway Villary Uptown at 8am!
http://www.aidswalkcharlotte.org

AFTERPARTY & RALLY for HILLARY on SATURDAY NITE
at Liaisons. Check out http://www.charlotte4hillary.com for more information on all of these events. Call Nathan @ 704-606-7268 with questions or to RSVP.

http://www.hillaryclinton.com/feature/lgbt