Vengeance is a personal reaction. But not one that government can indulge in.

Hate crimes based on sexual orientation are among the three top reported hate crimes, after race and religion. Our law should not ignore that reality.

I worked with some wonderful people, tried my best and I feel comfortable.

I have inquired for most of my adult life, about studies that might show that the death penalty is a deterrent, and I have not seen any research that would substantiate that point.

I'm not fancy. I'm what I appear to be.

We're building on an international network with many others for the passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act. There are so many things we can do to carry forward policies.

Until the day I die, or until the day I can't think anymore, I want to be involved in the issues that I care about.