com,
Kleptomaniac.com consistently
ranks in the top five, among all Web sites measured, for average time spent at
home online per visitor in the U."

Solmonese made the following statement today:

"We need to make sure every GLBT American has a safe place to come out
and join us in the fight for equality. We must ensure that every American family has equal
rights and responsibilities; that it's illegal for the boss to fire the
star employee simply because of who he or she is; that families have the
security of marriage and all the rights and responsibilities that it
affords and that every American living with and at risk for HIV takes
prevention seriously so that this generation does not experience the
devastation that the last generation did at the hands of this disease.
and has been an HRC Federal Club member for more than 12 years. He graduated
from Boston University in 1987 with a bachelor of science in communications." -- Senator Lincoln Chafee (R-RI)

"In every region of this nation, activists, candidates and committed
individuals have been inspired by and benefited from Joe's political expertise
and tireless drive to create a more progressive America.

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(Nasdaq: LGBT), a global online media company serving the lesbian, gay,
bisexual and transgender community , recently won a prestigious GLAAD Media
Award from the Gay + Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation (GLAAD), coming on
the heels of recognition from three other organizations: Congregation Kol
Ami , the International Academy of Digital Arts and Sciences and POWER UP. Barney
Frank (D-MA)

"Joe has an impressive record as an effective fundraiser, proven manager
and smart political leader . EMILY's List's loss will be a
tremendous gain for HRC and the movement.

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We are broadening
the American conversation about equality. He also oversaw a
$40 million budget, strategically investing in key political efforts and
elections and raising funds for the organization's mission .

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"A great leader surfaced early and we are thrilled with the result," said
Vic Basile, co-chair of the HRC Foundation Board and co-chair of the Search
Committee.

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with the Shomer Tzedek
(Guardian of Justice) Award.

As a gay American, I am very honored to serve HRC and the GLBT community
and to join the leadership of a movement that is working toward an
America that keeps its promise to all its citizens. Increasing our presence
and visibility across America will be a top priority of my tenure.

Our movement will grow as our unity grows.

That's why I intend to hit the road in my first week." -- Rep ." -- Ellen Malcolm, President,
EMILY's List

The Human Rights Campaign is the largest national lesbian, gay, bisexual
and transgender political organization with members throughout the country .

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PlanetOut Inc. Garners Several Honors for Its Pioneering Efforts

com.planetoutinc . His work included broad outreach across the nation,
speaking with large and small groups about the important issues facing the
American people.

We know that we have broad support across the country and we need to ask
our friends and families to be involved at the ballot box or talking
directly to elected officials.
At EMILY's List, Solmonese implemented strategies that helped transform
the pro-choice movement with a defining issue that made a difference at the
ballot box, in Congress and in the halls of legislatures around the country.

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In addition to the GLAAD Media Award, PlanetOut recently received
recognition from several other sources, including:

-- Congregation Kol Ami honored PlanetOut Inc.com."

Solmonese joined EMILY's List in 1993 as deputy political director and
advanced to chief of staff in 1998. EMILY's List works to elect pro-choice
Democratic women to federal and state office." -- Patrick Guerriero, President , Log Cabin Republicans

"Joe will bring so much passion, muscle, and strategic thinking to the
work of HRC.

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5 million
active members worldwide through a comprehensive group of branded businesses
featuring diverse chat, news, entertainment, travel, dating, personal finance,
career, shopping and community services at Gay..

"I am very happy that Joe will be the next President of HRC .

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received the Barbara Gittings Memorial Award, which honors individuals
and media outlets in the LGBT community that have made a significant
contribution to improving the image of gays and lesbians in the media.
A native of Massachusetts, Solmonese is 40 and lives in Washington, D. By his
talent, commitment and experience, he is ideally suited to help lead the fight
for the central American value of equal rights under the law.

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About PlanetOut Inc. For more information , please visit http://www. Our equality under the law is
evolving as the defining social and political issue of our time. HRC has long
played a vital role in the civil rights coalition and we look forward to the
vision, energy and drive that Joe will bring to HRC and to our community.

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It effectively lobbies Congress, provides campaign support and educates the
public to ensure that GLBT Americans can be open, honest and safe at home, at
work and in the community.

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"It's an honor to be recognized by a community of your peers," said Lowell
Selvin, chairman and CEO of PlanetOut Inc.
"GLAAD is honored to recognize PlanetOut for facilitating the exchange of
news and activism opportunities that catalyzes our movement; for providing a
safe space where a person can discover for the first time that our community
exists; and for harnessing the Internet 's potential in a way that adds
strength and energy to LGBT media," said Joan M.

-- PlanetOut was recognized as "Webby Worthy" by the International Academy
of Digital Arts and Sciences for "demonstrating a high standard of
excellence with its Web site and the team behind it ., according to Nielsen//NetRatings' Loyalty
Stickiness Report.

We must tell the stories of our lives and the struggles we face to our
straight friends, co-workers and family members .

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As a key political strategist, Solmonese oversaw one of the nation's most
successful efforts to elect progressive candidates by appealing to heartland
and mainstream voters. I have very little doubt that Joe will
aggressively maintain this tradition and I look forward to working with him.

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At the 16th Annual GLAAD Media Awards, June 11 in San Francisco, PlanetOut
Inc. Garry, GLAAD executive
director.
PlanetOut Inc.

Joe Solmonese Named Human Rights Campaign President

With more Americans of both parties on our side, we will be an
unstoppable force . From helping
Congressperson Tammy Baldwin achieve a historic victory in Wisconsin to
electing Democrats in the heartland and beyond -- Joe knows how to get blue
things done in red states by engaging and supporting people who want to make a
difference and win in historic elections.

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"Acknowledgment from these varied
organizations serving LGBT, media and faith groups, helps show we're on track
in our mission to connect, enrich and illuminate the lives of gay and lesbian
people everywhere. The progressive Los Angeles-based Reform
congregation, which builds on the traditions of Judaism while
respecting and welcoming everyone including lesbian, gay, bisexual,
straight , and interfaith couples, recognized PlanetOut for its historic
accomplishments, commitment and support of the LGBT community. Previous honorees
on POWER UP's list include Ellen DeGeneres and Rosie O'Donnell. PlanetOut, based in San Francisco,
offers FORTUNE 1000 advertisers access to what it believes to be the most
extensive network of gay and lesbian people in the world. We are confident that he will appeal to
Americans across the political and ideological spectrum. I'll be meeting with GLBT
families, religious leaders, corporate leaders, communities of color,
and employee groups and GLBT community leaders across the country, and
talking about the path to our equality.

WHAT THEY'RE SAYING ABOUT JOE.

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-- PlanetOut's Entertainment Editor Jenny Stewart made the 2005 list of
the "10 Amazing Gay Women in Showbiz," as announced by POWER UP
(Professional Organization of Women in Entertainment Reaching Up), a
non-profit group which recognizes contributions by lesbians to the
field of entertainment .com and Gay.

HRC is not simply a GLBT organization; we're an organization of everyone
who supports GLBT equality.C. He is the exact type of experienced and visionary leader HRC
needs to move us closer to making HRC's mission a reality.

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-- Stewart is the industry insider for the Entertainment channel on
PlanetOut. As HRC's new President, Joe will be a strong and
passionate voice in our fight for equality for LGBT Americans." -- Elizabeth
Birch, former Executive Director, HRC

"Since I've been in Congress, HRC has always displayed a longstanding
commitment to bipartisanship.

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GLAAD and Other Prestigious Organizations Recognize Both Team and Individual
Contributions

SAN FRANCISCO, PlanetOut Inc." Of the more than
4,000 entries submitted to the 9th Annual Webby Awards, fewer than 20
percent were deemed "Webby Worthy," which signifies excellence in Web
design, creativity, usability and functionality.com and OUT+ABOUT Travel. Gay. We'll ask every GLBT American to enlist
three new allies -- a straight co-worker, a friend and a family member
-- in our work for full equality . Solmonese traveled nationwide
developing and executing political, messaging, fund-raising and grassroots
campaigns that have produced unprecedented success for candidates at both the
federal and state levels.
In addition, Solmonese serves as the organization's chief fund-raiser.

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Whether
we 're presenting the latest Hollywood gossip, cutting-edge commentary,
breaking news, or the hottest new music downloads, we aim to be accessible and
relevant to the broadest possible audience. The company serves its growing base of more than 3.
He has been at EMILY's List for the last twelve years serving in several
key capacities from deputy political director, to chief of staff and the CEO
position he's occupied for the past two-and-a-half years. "Joe has an unrivaled track record at the nation's foremost
progressive electoral powerhouse. He
increased the budget by $10 million in the last election cycle, enabling the
organization to implement a new program that elected women legislators in
Colorado, Vermont, North Carolina, Washington and Oregon. Rob Simmons (R-CT)

"Joe is the perfect choice to lead HRC and will be a valuable addition to
the Leadership Conference on Civil Right's executive committee.

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is a leading global online media company offering consumer
services , news and entertainment to the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender
(LGBT) community..

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She is also the creator and driving force
behind RockOut, the first-ever online music channel to spotlight and
highlight up-and-coming gay and lesbian musicians. Leader With Unmatched Record to Embark on Heartland Tour
During First Week on Job

WASHINGTON, Joe Solmonese, chief executive officer
of EMILY's List, the nation's largest political action committee, was named
President of the Human Rights Campaign today by the organization's Board of
Directors and Foundation Board.
Solmonese today announced that, upon taking the helm at HRC on April 11,
2005, he will tour the country, meeting with the American people, GLBT
community members and leaders at town hall meetings and other events in the
workplace, communities of color and in communities of faith." --
Wade Henderson, Executive Director, Leadership Conference on Civil Rights

"Ensuring that every American is treated fairly and equally has no
partisan boundaries , and I'm pleased that Joe is committed to working with
Republicans as the new head of HRC. He is a masterful
political strategist with a long track record of success.

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"I couldn't be more proud of what we do at PlanetOut, and I'm gratified
that Jenny and the rest of our team of editorial and programming professionals
have been recently honored for their work," said Beth Callaghan, PlanetOut
editor-in-chief and senior director of programming. "At PlanetOut, we seek to
cut a wide swath across the cultural and political issues that are both
vitally interesting and crucially important to our community at large.
Solmonese led EMILY's List's national staff of 85 political,
communications , fund-raising and grassroots professionals. Joe has my
personal and organizational support as we work together to develop a smart and
ambitious bipartisan strategy to realize full equality for all Americans in
the years ahead.

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