Mr. Pataki and groups representing homosexuals sharply criticized Mr. Bruno's insistence on excluding domestic partners from succession rights.

The explosive insinuation in an already explosive case was assailed in front of the courthouse by leaders of groups representing homosexuals, and it stirred an uproar generally.

Kameny's goal was to represent homosexuals as "presentable and 'employable'".

Many opponents, including groups representing women, blacks and homosexuals, say Judge Bork's views are antithetical to civil rights and civil liberties.

Censorship is often called for by Christian influenced groups, but in 2000 a complaint was made against two Christian videos that represented homosexuals and bisexuals as "inferior".

A Short Runway' In her favor, Ms. Holtzman has a devoted but loosely connected network of organizations representing women, homosexuals and blacks.

Pearl M. Hart, Chicago criminal defense attorney known for representing homosexuals, juveniles, and others, lived at 2821 N. Pine Grove.

You include in this group Dignity, described as "representing Catholic homosexuals."

Aides said his comment was taken out of context, but groups representing homosexuals were incensed.