Portland's New Gay Mayor

It's Sam Adams in a frothy finish!

Portland's new mayor, Sam Adams
Portland's new mayor, Sam Adams

Portland, Oregon is the largest city to have ever elected an openly gay man as mayor. The news of Sam Adams win is making us thirsty.

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Sam Adams, Portland, Oregon, First Openly gay mayor, Mayor

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