GLAA endorses Cheatam for Public Advocate

[NOTE: At its regular meeting on Tuesday, February 9, 1999, in the presence of Mayoral aide David Howard, GLAA voted unanimously to endorse Carlene Cheatam for director of the Office of the Public Advocate. GLAA President Craig Howell sent the following letter to document this endorsement. GLAA has since learned that Ms. Cheatam's appointment to the position has been confirmed, effective February 16.]

GAY AND LESBIAN ACTIVISTS ALLIANCE OF WASHINGTON
Fighting for Equal Rights Since 1971
P. O. Box 75265
Washington, D.C. 20013
(202)667-5139
e-mail: equal@glaa.org

February 11, 1999

The Honorable Anthony A. Williams
Mayor of the District of Columbia
One Judiciary Square
Washington, D.C. 20001

Dear Mayor Williams:

I am writing to express our enthusiastic endorsement of Ms. Carlene Cheatam as director of the Office of the Public Advocate.

Many of us at the Gay and Lesbian Activists Alliance (GLAA) have worked with Carlene on numerous projects over the years. She has invariably proven to be a hard-working, conscientious leader with a knack for getting things done. She has earned herself an outstanding reputation in all segments of the District’s gay and lesbian community, and within the broader community as well. Her dedication and commitment to the welfare of all people are exemplary.

Her ability to get things done, coupled with her undeniable people skills, should make her a perfect fit for the job of chief of the Office of Public Advocate. We are confident she would serve both you and the District well.

Sincerely,

Craig Howell
President