Carl DeMaio, the first openly gay Republican assembly member in California, is a polarizing figure. He faces hostility from both Democrats and fellow Republicans due to his self-promotional tactics and harsh critiques of his party. His recent comments during a Pride month resolution highlighted his belief that the resolution was being exploited for political gain rather than genuinely supporting the LGBTQ+ community. His interruption during the debate underscores the contentious dynamics in the assembly regarding representation and political agendas.
"This is not about affirming the LGBT community; it's about using them as a political pawn to divide us."
"Fellow Republicans aren't too fond of DeMaio, either, with party leaders working strenuously to keep him from being elected."
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