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Jennifer Roberts sworn in as Charlotte mayor, pledges to support LGBT rights

by Jeff Taylor / Social Media Editor on December 8, 2015

Jennifer Roberts was sworn in as Charlotte mayor on Monday night, Dec. 7 in front of a packed house and among great fanfare. Both balconies were full as people watched Roberts become the city’s fifth mayor in less than three years. “I’m truly honored and humbled for the support of so many of you here tonight, and …

Election 2015: Pro-LGBT wins in Charlotte, gay candidates win and lose across North Carolina

by Jeff Taylor / Social Media Editor on November 4, 2015

Tuesday’s general election proved successful for LGBT rights advocates in Charlotte, and showed some wins and some losses for gay candidates across North Carolina. Charlotte Election Results The big news of the night in Charlotte was the election of Jennifer Roberts as the city’s new mayor. She becomes the city’s first Democratic female mayor, as well …