Groups pledge $76,000 in donations
Laverne Cox of 'Orange is the New Black' was the featured speaker
Restrictions urged by those who say newspaper boxes are ‘ugly’
Government shutdown tactic an alarming precedent
D.C. Council member David Grosso (I-At Large) introduced the measure on Sept. 17
At-large councilmember said ethics and election reform remain top priorities
Gay politicos divided over support for GOP candidate Mara
Gay Councilman expected to seek re-election next year
Wells and five other members want to allow couples to choose any adult to perform wedding
Both candidates strong supporters of LGBT rights
