Bigot claims opponent is a “homosexual activist with an extremely liberal agenda” in Mich.

LANSING, Mich. – An activist who opposes gay marriage and same-sex benefits for public employees is trying to raise sexual orientation as an issue in a state House race.

Gary Glenn sent an e-mail Friday to supporters and the media targeting openly gay Democrat Garnet Lewis. Glenn wrote that Lewis is a “homosexual activist with an extremely liberal agenda” not representative of voters in the 98th district, which covers parts of Saginaw and Midland counties.

The e-mail notes Lewis has been endorsed by Michigan Equality, Triangle Pride and other gay rights groups.

Lewis is running against Republican Jim Stamas in the November election. See E-mail targets gay state House hopeful in Mich.
Chicago Tribune, United States