Category Archives: Republicans

When Did Freedom Become An Orphan?

You gotta check out this truly excellent piece by Steve Chapman at Townhall.com:
When Did Freedom Become An Orphan?
Forty-four years after Goldwater’s declaration, it’s clear that collectivism, not individualism, is the reigning creed of Republicans as well as Democrats. Individuals are not valuable and precious in their own right but as a means for those in […]

Why are so many gay people Democrats?

With all the political brouhaha going on lately, I’ve given a lot of thought to motivation in politics: Why this? Why that? And one of the questions I have been asked frequently and have thought about myself is, “Why are so many gay people Democrats?” So I thought I would share my thoughts with you […]

Compare & Contrast: Party Platforms and Don’t ask, Don’t tell

The three largest political parties in America: Democratic, Republican and Libertarian; have all included language in their platforms this year that specifically addresses homosexuality in the armed services. Two parties support repealing Don’t ask, Don’t tell and allowing gay men and lesbians to serve honestly in the military.
I’m going to quote the platforms below, but before […]

Getting It In Writing…

When I joined the Army, I was advised that no verbal promise made by my recruiter would be honored, only what was written into my contract. In today’s world - in business and politics - that’s pretty good advice. Well, SLDN sent letters to both the Republicans and the Democrats requesting that they include language […]

Log Cabin Republicans of Dallas Meet Texas State Rep. Dan Branch

Last night the Log Cabin Republicans of Dallas met with Texas State Representative Dan Branch. In a previous post I reported on how controversial this meeting was within the gay community here.
Well, I am pleased to report that the meeting went well. It was a record turn-out for an LCR meeting. I don’t think there […]