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Watch Equality Florida on Tampa Bay's Gay Talk show As I Am. The show airs live every Thursday at noon, and episodes are available for viewing 24/7. Guests this week include: Jack Crepeau of Equality Florida bringing viewers up to speed for our monthly EQFL State of the State segment. Jack will specifically focus on the progress Florida has made toward overturning the ban on adoption by gay and lesbian parents.

From the Washington Post:

In 2010, the most urgent issue for our community, the real political game changer is Fair Districts.

In addition to the great news from Gainesville, last night was the special election to replace retiring Congressman Robert Wexler. Former state senator, Ted Deutch, won handily with 62% of the vote. 

Narrow Margin Triggers Automatic Recount I would like to thank Equality Florida Action PAC

Support Equality Florida with an evening at the theater Becoming a Man in 127 Easy Steps

In a move that sets a new standard for Florida hospitals, Jackson Memorial Hospital has adopted a comprehensive set of policies and procedures that respects lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) families. Equality Florida applauds Jackson's new policies and we're working hard to ensure that hospitals across the state meet or exceed this new standard.

CNN Misses the Mark in Interview with So-Called “Ex-Gay” Activist Richard Cohenfrom GLAAD Please contact CNN Newsroom here and voice your concerns about the platform extended to the discredited Richard Cohen and CNN’s failure to consult credible scientific authorities before proceeding with this report.

AIDS Walk Orlando 2010 will take place on April 24th. Join Equality Florida's team of walkers in support of a great cause, the Hope and Help Center of Central Florida. Hope and Help's mission is to save lives by treating and preventing the spread of HIV/AIDS in Central Florida.

From the St. Petersburg Times

Gill Family Among Florida Gay Parents Invited to White House Easter Egg Roll

 By Scott Maxwell, Orlando Sentinel I miss the good ol' days of Jeb. It's not that he and I saw eye to eye on everything. But back then, Tallahassee conservatives acted ... well ... sane.

For the first time, the U.S. Census Bureau will include married same-sex spouses as part of its decennial count of American households and families.

Friends,

Our long-time supporter and former board member, Robin Hankins, now hosts As I Am, a weekly internet radio show that explores compelling topics crucial to restoring and discovering family, relationship, spirit, community and equality. Robin joined us last week for Lobby Week 2010 and had the opportunity to interview Rep. Mary Brandenburg (D)- one of our strongest champions in the Florida House and lead sponsor of the bill that would overturn Florida's shameful adoption ban.

Florida Senate Committee Discusses Bill to