Lesbian Batwoman Proposes Marriage

Bleeding Cool reports: "In Batwoman #17, published today, Kathy Kane, the Batwoman, DC’s leading lesbian lady asks Maggie Sawyer, Captain Sawyer, her secret girlfriend to be her wife. No idea how well that’s going to go down. And you have to read the build up to this – and the rather dangerous epilogue. There’s no guarantee we’re going to hear wedding bells."  The site notes: "Given the Orson Scott Card controversy of late, they [DC Comics] could probably do with some gay-friendly alternative headlines." (Tipped by JMG reader Murray)

Batwoman Runs For Mayor Of DC

Billing herself as the nation's first openly lesbian Jewish superhero, a candidate named Batwoman has thrown her cowl into the DC mayoral race.

Today, I Batwoman, proudly announce my candidacy for mayor Washington, DC. I do so because I believe that we are in a monumental period in the history of our nation's capital that requires a different kind of leadership. We need a real hero for real equality. My father, my personal hero, instilled in me a commitment to community, family and service. Because of this and my love of DC, I am committed to making our city the most livable city on earth. I have spent a majority of my adult fighting against corruption and crime as a superhero. I now look to continue my service to the people of DC by working to reduce violent crime, ensure that all residents are able to see a doctor when ill and that every person is able to marry the person they love.

Batwoman faces a hard battle against popular incumbent Adrian Fenty, who also supports marriage equality, but who rarely wears a cape.