Two Republican apologist gay men will soon be on the job market.  Amen!  Santorum spokesnman Robert Traynham and Hart's Lee Cohen  -- good luck in the private sector where you can join the millions of other heartless bastards who sell their principles for a quick buck.  I'm sure your wealth and privilege will shield you from the any fallout from the homophobic cultures you helped foster. 

Statement from the National Gay and Lesbian Task Force, Inc. 

?We are thrilled, ecstatic and overjoyed that Rick Santorum has been thrashed at the polls. His extreme and gratuitous homophobia will no longer pollute the Senate. Good riddance.? ?  Matt Foreman, Executive Director, National Gay and Lesbian Task Force, Inc.

While its a good day for us down here at Lesbian Central -- Casey, Altmire, Wagner, control of the House, Speaker Pelosi, etc ... there are some sobering facts to keep in mind for the LGBT community.

First, Altmire and Wagner are self-described "conversative" or "moderate" Democrats.  Anti-choice, traditional marriage, etc.  So things may be better on the healthcare front, but we have to watch our backs -- strengthening families *has* to include our families, too.  If health insurance coverage is contingent upon marriage, we are very much not included.  Both are anti-choice as well.  I'm not saying it isn't a step forward, but we have to remember that the social conservatives still have their say.

Second, it appears that 7 out of 8 states voted to amend their constitutions to define marriage as strictly heterosexual. (Advocate.com).  The good news on this front is that Arizona voters rejected this amendment.  Pam has an analysis.  Keep in mind that 80%Tennessee voters who turned out approved this amendment.  Less than 25% of Tennessee residents voted.  And Virigina .... they've pretty much outlawed anyone who isn't legally married. 

The National Gay and Lesbian Task Force takes a look at the voter percentages, determining that the support for these amendments is not as widespread as it was two or four years ago. 

I have to go to work and celebrate ...