2010 Census Important for Gay Rights, But Won't Actually Count GLBT People

When people hear about census-taking this time of year, it usually involves the story of Joseph and Mary trekking to Joseph's hometown of Bethlehem to be counted for a census called for under the Roman Emperor Augustus. The 2010 U.S. Census probably won't secure as profound a place in history. It may nonetheless have some impact on the future of American society, with a particular nod to gay Americans. Just how great a nod is open to debate. From Darlene Nipper, the D.C.-based deputy executive director of the National Gay and Lesbian Task Force: "I think it's a big step. I hope our community will not underestimate it." On the other hand, Mara Keisling, executive director of the National Center for Transgender Equality (NCTE), working out of the same Thomas Circle office building as Nipper, has a different view. Full Story from Metro Weekly: http://www.metroweekly.com/gauge/?ak=4701

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