Libby Davies:
"I think the LGBT (lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgendered) community will be very proud that she is in such a leadership role, Unfortunately homophobia and discrimination still exist, so it is empowering and important that she is there as a leader and role model, to show that sexual orientation is a reflection of our diverse society, and should not be an issue."Svend Robinson:
"It was no more relevant than the colour of her eyes. This is truly a measure of the total acceptance and respect for diversity by Icelanders, and a great signal to the world that lesbians and gays are indeed everywhere, including in the highest office in the land. It is just a matter of time before we will see the first 'out' Canadian premier or prime minister, and hopefully it will be just as much of a non-issue in Canada as it is in Iceland."MP Libby Davies, became the first parliamentarian to acknowledge she is a lesbian in 2001. Former MP Svend Robinson, became Canada's first openly gay parliamentarian in 1988. Both belong to the New Democrat Party of Canada.
