6. Focuses The Task Force works with smaller, state-level LGBT organizations to construct order with LGBT issue movements and rallies. It focuses on fundraising and creating awareness of negative issues that affect the LGBT community.
7. The National G&L Task Force is… Liberal According to Dictionary.com: Favorable to or in accord with concepts of maximum individual freedom possible, esp. as guaranteed by law and secured by governmental protection of civil liberties.
8. Leaders of the National Gay and Lesbian Task Force The National Gay and Lesbian Task Force is composed of a extensive Board of Directors and staff. Above, Board of Director Jerry Clark (far left), with Candy Cox (far right), Matt Foreman and Howard Dean.
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10. Issue: Same Sex Marriage Currently, same sex marriage is illegal. Only “civil unions” exist, in which a couple is bonded financially with the same responsibilities as marriage, but are denied benefits.