'American Idol' runner-up offers thoughts on law enacted in home state
Announcement coincides with President Obama’s visit to country
Richard Douglas running to succeed Barbara Mikulski
Democratic leader comments on House Bill 2 while visiting Charlotte
2016 hopeful calls for end to discrimination
Brooks helped reform ban on federal funds for syringe programs
Randy Berry scheduled to speak to participants on March 29
McCrory blames Charlotte for passing measure 'that defies common sense'
Pettigrew steps down for job with D.C. AIDS office
Lawmakers held special session to advance measure
