Before I shut down last night, I found out about some exciting news from Nepal!

Nepal Politics NewsThe Communist Party of Nepal (United) has chosen openly gay candidate, Sunil Babu Pant as their candidate in the new constituent assembly to ensure the rights of gay and other minority groups.

The Headlines: From the AP: Nepal’s first gay politician Sunil Babu Pant
From 365 Gay: Nepal Gay Leader Wins Election To Parliament

In related news — IN THE LIFE’s June Pride show will feature a story, Voices From Nepal, in which Sunil Plant and other members of the Blue Diamond Society are interviewed. Preview the show here.

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