Gay Secretary for the White House

Written by New York Times

Saturday, 26 February 2011 09:25

The White House made history Friday by announcing the appointment of Jeremy Bernard as the first male, and openly gay, social secretary.

“Jeremy shares our vision for the White House as the People’s House, one that celebrates our history and culture in dynamic and inclusive ways,” President Obama said in an e-mail statement. “We look forward to Jeremy continuing to showcase America’s arts and culture to our nation and the world through the many events at the White House.”

Mr. Bernard, whose new job is equal parts gatekeeper, decorum master, people’s host and implementer of the Obamas’ vision, is already familiar with the first couple. He was an early supporter of Mr. Obama’s candidacy in California, where along with his partner at the time, Rufus Gifford, he helped raise millions of dollars for Mr. Obama.

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