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I am no gay-basher, but I don't think this endorsement will amount to anything in regards to securing more rights for homosexuals, transvestites, etc. In fact, if I were Hillary, I'd refuse to accept Frank's nomination, not because of his preference, but because he engaged in criminal activity. Simple as that.

Luis9050, in your comment you more or less said that now the American public will have a chance to decide if homosexuals should be considered equal. I think you are missing the point– most Americans agree that ALL individuals should have their basic rights (even "evil" conservatives like me), but the problem is this: a majority of the public does not want gay marriage legalized. If it was put to a national vote, there would be no contest. Why? Because they (and myself) believe marriage between a man and a woman is a sacred thing, and has been the bedrock of civilization since the beginning of human consciousness. To undermine the institution of marriage would undoubtedly have serious consequences for the great civilization we call America, and would be the downfall of the traditional family.

Are you openly gay people and Kyu aware that she is AGAINST gay marriage?

This is actually one issue that I agree with her on, but then again I am a mean Republican who would march right next to you in support of civil unions with all attached RIGHTS.

I am ashamed that this person even represents my state in any way, but I sleep well knowing that I NEVER VOTED FOR HIM.

After his admitted illegal activity and the other stuff that "He didn't know about" (where have we heard that recently?) came out, he was given a standing ovation by the Democrats.

You pay $80 for sex and you get a standing ovation and re-elected over and over, while you tap your piggy..................

Now Larry Craig and company deserve all the heat they get, but this guy was buying "escorts" etc, etc and for his troubles he get's applauded for his actions.

As for his endorsement, I am shocked that a Mass liberal is touting a Democrat, but I look forward to her losing as their track record is not so good in endorsing liberal elitists for President (see Kennedy, Tsongas, Kerry, Dukakis).

What are you guys compaining about? Its a perfect matchup. Barney says I'll endorse you if you make me an economic adviser (and if you win the Presidency maybe I can get a cabinet position). Washington politics as usual. With all his infidelity baggage he fits right in with the Clintons. Wake up America, we don't Hillary in White House we need her to take care of own house.

Obama in '08!

B. Frank is a great congressman, look at all the disgusting homophobia on this comment section, it's sickening. He serves my distric and does a great job, we need more diversity in our Congress. Hillary will have a good economic advisor in him. You people are disgusting who hate him just because he is gay, who cares? get over it.

"It was investigated by Cogress and there was no proof that Frank every knew it was going on."

The escort testified that Barney would come home for lunch to watch. But that was OK with the libs in Congress, in fact, they gave him a freaking standing ovation.

Massachusetts supporting the Democratic forerunner...say it ain't so.

This posting makes no mention that Rep. Frank's sister, Ann Lewis, worked in the Clinton White House and is a senior staffer of Hillary Clinton's campaign.

Maybe Mr. Frank can talk Mrs. Clinton into mentioning the plight of gay people in speeches- something she never does.

Barack Obama always speaks out for gay people in speeches- including his famous speech to the Democratic convention in 2004.

Barack also opposed a Clinton-signed anti-gay law from 1996. Unlike Clinton, he spoke out on the Senate floor against the Federal Marriage Amendment proposal.

You need to do some fact checking. Frank admitted to hiring an escort who he says he befriended and who was later found to be running an escort service from his DC apt. This was investigated by Cogress and no there was no proof that Frank every knew it was going on. Yes, he shouldnt be hiring an escort because its illegal. NO, he was not running an ecort service. I might add that the man has been in a momogomous committed relationship for many many many years since this period.

who cares, what happens in the bedroom should stay there, none of our business. However in regards to the endorsement, it doesn't seem to be the biggest because she'll carry Mass. in both the primary and general elections no problem; she needs southern and western support.

Rep. Barney Frank, Massachusetts, is right, he worked with Hillary and he is convinced that Hillary is the best candidate best equipped to pass laws that will treat all Americans with dignity and equality no matter who they are or who they love, who else is better than her?

Oh geez, Barney! Just when I was starting to respect you. You were awesome at the mortgage meltdown hearing.

But yet you turn around and throw your support behind a candidate who cares more about big corporations interests than about passing "laws that will treat all Americans with dignity and equality no matter who they are or who they love."

Don't hold your breath waiting for those laws to get passed.

Oh geez, Barney! Just when I was starting to respect you. You were awesome at the mortgage meltdown hearing.

Now you turn around and support someone who cares more about corporations rights than passing "laws that will treat all Americans with dignity and equality no matter who they are or who they love".

Don't hold your breath waiting for those "laws" to get passed.

Barney Frank is a freak! How can he expect to be treated with dignity when the thought of him kissing and having sex with another man(?) in itself is so disgusting and undignified for a congressional representative! If I was running and he endorsed me, I'd tell him to go crawl back in his closet where he belongs.

Yep, if I was running for office I'd want this endorsement above all others......

Now if she could only add the endorsement of the the Congressman in LA in how to perserve money by keeping in freezer

No surprise there.

his endorsement might have a caveat..Sen.Craig as V.P.

Coward.

What a joke? Are these people paid to do this or they are thinking for themselves

What a shame? After all the question planting and flip flopping. Real reflection of the man himself. Please people of Masachussetts vote this man out of offices

Wasn't this the dude that had something to do with a gay prostitute ring years ago? Someone correct me if I'm wrong please.

WatchingHillary.com

You're wrong Congressman.

Rep. Kucinich would be "best equipped to pass laws that will treat all Americans with dignity and equality no matter who they are or who they love”

I think Barney Frank blew it

This man has no shame. After all the bad publicity from the Clinton camp this past few weeks, this man comes out supporting Hillary.

It is a clear reflection of the man himself. Please people of Masachussetts vote this man out of office.

Vote Edward 2008

I'm gay and i don't really care about him. In fact, he's been in office too long too.

He endorsed Hillary because of all the business she has given him at his illegal escort service he runs out of his house.

I would rather have Bush endorse me than this loon!

Another prize indorsement for the Clintons, no doubt...

But economy adviser? Does watching a revolving bathroom stall door count as economic experience these days?? It's a down right shame to have to worry about being exposed to Barney's wonderous life style every time we go to the bathroom. Or is that just me?

Thank you, Congressman Frank. As an openly gay man who passionately supports Hillary Clinton (particularly for her vow to end "Don't Ask, Don't Tell," pass ENDA, support Hate Crime legislation, and fight against the FMA), your added support is extremely crucial today. Thank you, Thank you, THANK YOU!

It gets better everyday first Pat supports Guialini now this. This is great the media front runners are fading away. Maybe people will finally see them for what they really are Bush clones.

This endorsement is going to be very important for Hillary's campaign because all the people that are not being considered and treated equal by the government in the actuality, like homosexuals, trasvestis, etc., will strongly support her. This is also going to be a great progress for the equality in the country. However the people are going to decide if the homosexual people should have the same rights, like marriage, and adopt children, that the heterosexual people have.
Hillary Clinton would practically start the end of discrimantion to homosexual people in America, and it has been proved in many other countries such as Denmark that with the end of the discrimantion the social life will improve.
This is a great step for the equality in the country because now the people is going have the power on their hands to decided if the homosexual people should be considered equal to everybody no matter their likes.

Hey Barney, You became Chairman of House Financial Services through the backdoor and now you want to be economic adviser to Hillary. What a joke... Look at your standing in the society.. I think Hillary will get votes from all gay people.. Amrican people.. watch out....

I can look in the mirror and be proud that I never voted for this loser.

What a disgrace to this state he is.

Don't look like your starving eh, Hot bottom.

I am shocked and chagrined that a Massachusetts liberal is endorsing Hillarity.

They have such an awesome track record on endorsements and liberal elitist candidates who run for office.

If you guys ever listen to what Barney Frank has to say, it's a whooooole lotta truth telling. That said, such an establishment endorsement is disappointing from him.

(By the way, I love the criticisms of Frank's sexual past. At least he's an out gay man and not living a lie while simultaneously making life hell for the next generation of gay Americans! Read: Larry Craig and, oh, about half the Republican Party.)

Let the CNN Censorship begin!!

Don't expect them to approve ANY quips about Barney and Hillary. My two previous have been spiked.

Good job CNN!!

Ronnie the answer is NO!

Who cares? National endorsements don't matter. I'll worry when Hillary starts picking up more state senators, state assemblymen, and congressman in Iowa, New Hampshire, South Carolina, and Nevada. Massachusetts is not really a player and neither is Rep. Barney Frank. LGBT voters simply aren't concentrated enough in any given state to have any significant impact on an election even if they nationally support any given candidate. Sorry... but that's just how the numbers break down.

Perhaps Barney thinks by endorsing Hillary the boys will begin piling on him??

Does this mean Hillary is for gay marriage now??

Barney would make a great ambassador to Iran.

LOL... only fitting! He too finds himself being "piled on" by boys... although he doesn't really mind it as much as Hillary.

Rep Frank founded the Stonewall Democrats. OK , that's not in itself the most objectionable thing he has done. Are you people aware of what he was involved in at his Washington townhouse? Im sure cnn would not allow comment if I spelled it out.

HA HA ! What a joke ! Wasn't Barney found to be running a brothel in Wash. DC ? Oh THAT'S real good