In Shadow of Albany Debate, Obama Plans LGBT Fundraising Gala in NYC

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Anna Sale
It's A Free Country | Jun 15, 2011

As lawmakers in Albany debate whether New York will become the second state to legalize gay marriage by legislative action, President Barack Obama's reelection campaign is planning a major LGBT fundraising gala in New York City. 

Obama is set to speak at the June 23 event, timed to coincide with New York Pride.

Tickets for the gala at the Sheraton in Manhattan range from $1,250 for a ticket to the dinner up to $35,800, which covers dinner for two and a photo with Obama.

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