Ben Hall
HOUSTON — While none of Mayor Annise Parker’s opponents expected much support from the LGBT community, her main opponent, Ben Hall, has been going out of his way to alienate any support he might have received. His strategy might be to solidify his support among those who dislike her for no other reason than she is lesbian. Parker has run always been honest with voters about her sexual orientation and has won eight previous citywide elections.
Out Smart magazine said Hall was for equality before he was against it.
Here’s what the Houston GLBT Political Caucus said about him on their Facebook page.
Houston mayoral candidate Ben Hall, during an interview on KUHF today, came out fully against equality for the LGBT community. He stated his opposition to an inclusive non-discrimination ordinance, and vowed to deny members of the transgender community the ability to use restrooms in public buildings. This is a substantial departure from positions Hall took earlier this year in discussions with Caucus president Noel Freeman, when he offered his support for enacting an inclusive non-discrimination ordinance, and also with the Harris County Democratic Party on whose candidate questionnaire he also offered support for such an ordinance. Simply put, Ben Hall is a liar who will say anything to get elected.
Parker has hammered Hall on paying his taxes late. He has incurred more than $100,000 in penalties and interest.
Parker is running for her third and final term as mayor of Houston. The election is Nov. 5.
