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GOP presidential hopefuls debate same-sex marriage

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GOP presidential contender Michele Bachmann

There's no denying the economy is the main focus of politicians contending to be the next president of the United States. Last night's GOP debate on Fox News focused largely on the subject, but other topics, like foreign policy and social issues, were also discussed.

There were only a handful of questions directed to candidates about same-sex marriage, and there weren't any surprises in the answers.

Former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney took the first question on marriage when he was asked if he believed state lawmakers have the right to legalize same-sex unions as recently happened in New York.

Please, people — Newt Gingrich does not support gay marriage

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Seriously, some people think Newt Gingrich is endorsing — at least kind of — gay marriage? So not true, people. Don’t be swayed by silly headlines.

The GOP presidential candidate and former Georgia congressman is being credited by some for perhaps going soft on the issue of gay marriage because the thrice married politician said this over the weekend in the wake of New York passing same-sex marriage legislation:

"Iowa was a very different case from New York," Gingrich said.

"I mean, Iowa was seven judges deciding that they would arbitrarily overturn the laws and the culture of the state of Iowa which is fundamentally different," Gingrich said. "I mean New York at least, whether you agree or disagree with the outcome, it is in the elected process and it is in the legislature and it is with the governor and that's the right venue."

Campaign trouble continues for Newt Gingrich

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GOP presidential candidate Newt Gingrich

It's just not going to be an easy campaign for GOP presidential contender Newt Gingrich. The Georgian and former Speaker of the House suffered another blow today as his campaign finance team reportedly quit, according to the Associated Press.

Gingrich also watched several high ranking campaign officials, including his campaign manager, quit en masse earlier this month after internal disagreements over how the campaign was being handled, according to ABC News.

Gingrich's entire paid staff in Iowa also resigned, citing his commitment to the campaign, according to the ABC News report.

Gingrich announced his intent to run for the Republican presidential nomination on May 9 via a Twitter post to followers.

Tim Pawlenty latest victim of the ‘glitter bomb’

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CodePink activists in Washington, D.C.

Former Minnesota Governor Tim Pawlenty is the latest victim of the newest craze in civil disobedience against anti-gay Republican presidential candidates – the glitter bomb.

Newt Gingrich was struck in a similar by political activist Nick Espinosa while he was attending a Minnesota Family Council event back in May.

Pawlenty was hosting a book-signing event at the annual America's Health Insurance Plans conference when representatives from CodePink, an anti-war and women's advocacy group based in San Francisco, and the Center for Reproductive Rights showered Pawlenty with quite a bit of pink glitter and confetti.

“Where's your courage to stand for gay rights and reproductive rights,” one of the protesters shouted as she was escorted away from Pawlenty.

GOP candidates debate and gay voters lose

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Republican debate on CNN

Last night, the Republican contenders seeking the nomination for the presidency of the United States participated in the second GOP debate of the 2012 election cycle. Held in New Hampshire, the debate was broadcast on CNN and was sponsored by the New Hampshire Union Leader.

Seven Republicans attended and answered a wide range of questions on topics from the economy and jobs to foreign policy and social issues. CNN's John King moderated.

Several LGBT issues were covered during the debate, including the upcoming repeal of the military's “Don't Ask, Don't Tell” policy and whether or not the candidates supported a federal constitutional amendment that would ban same-sex marriage.

Most candidates said that they would leave the decision to restate the policy to the military commanders, but Minn. Rep. Michele Bachmann said that if elected, she would keep  “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” in place.

GOP presidential field takes shape, and it isn’t pretty for gay voters

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Presidential candidate Herman Cain

The field of Republican contenders for president of the United States got a little more crowded over the weekend as several candidates formally announced their intentions to seek the office.

Atlanta-based radio commentator Herman Cain held a rally in Atlanta's Centennial Park over the weekend to officially announce his candidacy. Cain, the former CEO of Godfather's Pizza, has no political experience but does has a loyal radio audience for his talk show on AM 750.

According to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, “thousands” showed up to the rally in a show of support.

Newt Gingrich launches 2012 presidential campaign

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GOP presidential candidate Newt Gingrich

This afternoon, former Speaker of the House Newt Gingrich officially announced his candidacy for President of the United States. Gingrich, a former Georgia-resident, has long been the subject of speculation from political pundits over his status as a candidate.

“Today I am announcing my candidacy for President of the United States,” Gingrich or one of his aides posted on his Twitter account.

A quick glance at Gingrich's new website (revamped today) didn't reveal any dastardly plans to curtail the LGBT equality, though Gingrich has made his position on LGBT equality perfectly clear in the past – he wants none of it.

Of course, Gingrich is reaching out to conservative religious voters by stating his intention to defend life and religious liberty. How would he do that? By nominating right-wing judges, of course.

Newt Gingrich to make it official

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Newt Gingrich a possible presidential candidate

Former Speaker of the House Newt Gingrich will make it official this Wednesday – he's running for the Republican presidential nomination for 2012. Gingrich, a former Georgia resident, is expected to make an announcement via Twitter and Facebook this Wednesday and then appear on Fox News' “Hannity” to discuss his bid, according to USA Today.

In a Facebook post put up a short while ago, Gingrich thanked supporters ahead of his announcement:

“I have been humbled by all the encouragement you have given me to run. Thank you for your support. Be sure to watch Hannity this Wednesday at 9pm ET/8pm CT. I will be on to talk about my run for President of the United States.”

The Republican field is finally starting to take shape after several would-be candidates have thrown their hat into the primary ring. Gingrich joins radio personality Herman Cain, Texas Congressman Ron Paul, Former New Mexico Gov. Gary Johnson, political consultant (and gay man) Fred Karger and former Gov. of Minnesota Tim Pawlenty.

An open letter to Newt Gingrich

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Playwright and writer Topher PayneDear Newt,

Can I call you Newt? As a fellow Georgian, I feel we can relate in a down-home, folksy kinda way.

We have things in common, you and me. We both like Reese’s peanut butter cups. Neither of us is actually from Georgia. We have funny names. We both failed to have lasting relationships with women.

Anyhoo, I saw on the news that you’ve got some interest in being our next president. I don’t know why you would want that. When you’re president, people will come after you for any indiscretion and publicly humiliate you. Remember what happened to Bill Clinton, with the impeachment hearings stemming from his extramarital affair? Oh, silly me, of course you remember that. You were leading the charge against him. While you were having an extramarital affair. Boy, good thing nobody was watching you! You rascal.

Newt Gingrich readies presidential bid?

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Newt Gingrich a possible presidential candidate

Former Speaker of the House, serial divorcer and former Georgia resident Newt Gingrich announced today that he is considering a run at the White House in 2012, according to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution.

Gingrich has set up a website, www.newtexplore2012.com, in an effort to judge interest in his possible candidacy and has begun to register supporters.

“We are excited about exploring whether there is sufficient support for my potential candidacy for president of this exceptional country,” the website reads.

Gingrich also expressed an interest in running for the presidency in the past, though he never fielded a primary campaign. Gingrich has been considered a probable candidate in 2012 since the 2008 general election.

‘Daily Show’ weighs in on anti-gay Ga. GOP runoff

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Last night’s "The Daily Show with Jon Stewart" highlighted the Republican gubernatorial runoff between Karen Handel and eventual winner Nathan Deal.

The segment highlighted the endorsements Deal and Handel received in the run-up to Tuesday’s vote. Deal was endorsed by former Speaker of the House Newt Gingrich and former Arkansas Gov. Mike Huckabee. Handel received the backing of “Momma Grizzly” Sarah Palin.