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Because it's a BIG DEAL by virtue of it not being a BIG ISSUE. Hell, I had no clue she was rumored to be gay until it was discussed

Posted by TWuG May 10 '10, 11:24

on one of my email lists.

It's huge that her qualifications trump her sexuality. Such would likely not have been the case 5 years ago.

Yes, I can hear you arguing that Bush appointing a gay Justice would have been a big deal and meant more. Not my point.

My point is that people don't care that she's gay. It's accepted and dismissed as not relevant to her ability to do the job. But it *is* still an important milestone in the journey of gay acceptance by society.

You are sounding way angrier and more strident about this issue than ML or anyone else.

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- *I* care that she's gay, inasmuch as it's a nice step forward. The White House cares because I care and lots in their base care. - TWuG May 10, 11:31 5
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    - Does she? Discussion on my list says she lives openly with her partner, is open about their relationship with her staff and former employers. She - TWuG May 10, 11:42 3
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      - fwiw, that's not my read on what he's saying. - b. May 10, 11:47
- "I care." -- nm - Luke Skywalker May 10, 11:28

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Because it's a BIG DEAL by virtue of it not being a BIG ISSUE. Hell, I had no clue she was rumored to be gay until it was discussed

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