Q Of The Day: How Diverse Should A Call Be For A "Gay Contingent" In The Inaugural Parade?
by: Autumn Sandeen
Mon Dec 01, 2008 at 12:00:00 PM EST
http://pamshouseblend.com/showDiary.do?diaryId=8452If a group calls for a "gay contingent in President-Elect Obama's 2009 Inaugural Parade," do they have an obligation to call for a diverse contingent of more than just gays and lesbians?
It's a real situation -- In The Parade is calling for "Lesbian/Gay Representation in Barack Obama's Inaugural Parade":
Marching is an important symbolic act, and the symbolic value of a gay contingent in President-Elect Obama's 2009 Inaugural Parade will say a lot about our new president's sincerity and authentic desire to include everyone in his definition of unity.
Our goal is to secure lesbian/gay representation in the Inaugural Parade on January 20th, 2009. If you come IN and join us, we will succeed.
