Speaking of donations, David Mixner has five guide lines on his blog today that make perfect sense. As the button on the right column of this blog indicates, I do not believe that the LGBT community should continue to allow itself to be used as an ATM machine by Democrats that talk a good game but then do nothing whatsoever to pass gay friendly legislation. Back during the 2008 campaign, I hear Obama in person make pro-gay statements that made some of in the crowd almost have tears in our eyes. He sounded SO convincing and sincere. The problem is that he apparently meant absolutely none of it. He is slick alright - as other too many of the other Democrat elected officials. Here are David's suggested guidelines which I endorse:*
So what is a major or minor donor to do? We must refuse to contribute to anyone that has not proven their loyalty to the LGBT community. . . . there are places that we can effectively place our money and still be good citizens. Plus, in the process send a powerful message. Here are my guidelines five guidelines to giving:
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1. Do not contribute to Democratic party committees like the DNC, DSCC and DCCC. They will use the funds to not only elect our allies but also Blue Dog Democrats. Even if they set up a 'special committee' for us that will enable them to loosen funds for candidates who are opposed to our freedom.
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So what is a major or minor donor to do? We must refuse to contribute to anyone that has not proven their loyalty to the LGBT community. . . . there are places that we can effectively place our money and still be good citizens. Plus, in the process send a powerful message. Here are my guidelines five guidelines to giving:
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1. Do not contribute to Democratic party committees like the DNC, DSCC and DCCC. They will use the funds to not only elect our allies but also Blue Dog Democrats. Even if they set up a 'special committee' for us that will enable them to loosen funds for candidates who are opposed to our freedom.
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2. Contribute directly to only those candidates who have proven by either by vote or sponsorships of legislation their commitment to our issues.
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3. Contribute to LGBT candidates who most often know how to fight like hell for us. The Gay and Lesbian Victory Fund is one of the most effective groups in Washington,DC.
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4. Contribute to our own community and its battles for freedom especially as our young resort to more traditional civil rights tactics.
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5. Contribute to defeating our enemies at the local level which is a very powerful message to send those that oppose us.
Finally, do not be charmed by fancy appeals, hot parties, invites to special places and personal attention. Hold strong and let them know your five guidelines for giving. For nearly two decades we have poured money into the political process only to be ignored or betrayed time and time again.
Finally, do not be charmed by fancy appeals, hot parties, invites to special places and personal attention. Hold strong and let them know your five guidelines for giving. For nearly two decades we have poured money into the political process only to be ignored or betrayed time and time again.
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