I really have no words for this:
http://www.indystar.com/...
Republican Gov. Mike Pence, who earlier this year pushed for a religious freedom law that angered supporters of gay rights, issued a short welcome letter to Indy Pride for its LGBT celebration festival that starts this week.
"On behalf of the people of Indiana, welcome to Indianapolis," Pence wrote in the letter. "I am confident that those of you who traveled from out of state will come to know our famous Hoosier Hospitality."
Pence's short letter touts Indianapolis' attractions as a convention city but does not specifically address specific details or the purpose of the LGBT pride event.
"Although the letter doesn't specifically welcome LGBT to the city of Indianapolis, we appreciate that Governor Pence issued us this letter," said Indy Pride president Chris Morehead.
Pence's response came months after Indy Pride requested a letter from him during the height of the Religious Freedom Restoration Act controversy, to welcome event visitors as other elected officials routinely do. - Indy Star, 6/3/15
Here's Pence's letter:
Greetings,
On behalf of the people of Indiana, welcome to Indianapolis. I am confident that those of you who traveled from out of state will come to know our famous Hoosier Hospitality.
Our state’s capital city is well known as a destination for conventions, festivals, business meetings and other events. In fact, a recent USA TODAY Reader’s Choice digital poll ranked Indianapolis as the Best Convention City in the country.
Like so many other organizations who continue to use Indianapolis as their destination of choice, I am confident you will come to know a vibrant city.
During your stay, please explore the many entertainment options Indianapolis has to offer such as our museums, restaurants, theaters, historic landmarks, White River State Park, and the Indianapolis Zoo, just to name a few.
So, once again, welcome to Indiana. We hope you enjoy your stay.
Sincerely,
Mike Pence
Nice try pal. John Gregg (D. IN) who narrowly lost to Pence in 2012 is mounting a comeback bid and Superintendent Glenda Ritz (D. IN) is also expected to announce her run for Governor. This is already looking like a top race next year. Stay tuned.