'LGBTQ candidates could have a big election night' & other Tue midday news briefs

LGBTQ+ Candidates to Watch on Election Night - Sixteen reasons - besides the others - to keep your fingers crossed.

LGBTQ representation in the House could double on Election Day - Keep your fingers crossed (if they aren't already crossed.) 

 LGBTQ leaders in battleground states plead with voters because local elections make a big difference - Good commentary. 

Vatican Claims Pope’s Civil Union Comments Were Taken Out Of Context - And here we go. As if any of us should be surprised.