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NV: Anatomy of a Victory

 

By Michael Cole
June 8th, 2009 at 3:25 pm

The Las Vegas Sun on Friday outlined the path that resulted in a fantastic victory last month for LGBT Nevadans.  They say it came down to three critical elements:

Legislators and lobbyists say the outcome provides lessons in how to win at the Nevada Legislature:

  • Get gaming on board.
  • Have the good fortune to face tone-deaf opposition.
  • Do the nuts-and-bolts groundwork.

It’s a great reminder that building a good coalition and organizing the grassroots (the story mentions the state’s “Equality Days” lobbying campaign) can change not just hearts and minds, but also laws.


Categories: Marriage & Relationships, Nevada

 
 

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