Congratulations, Mary Cheney!

[Che Guava]

She's having a baby!

Cheney lesbian daughter pregnant

Conservative groups have expressed dismay at news that US Vice-President Dick Cheney's lesbian daughter is pregnant.

Mary Cheney, 37, and partner Heather Poe are expecting a baby in late spring 2007, the vice president's office said.

Concerned Women for America said the pregnancy was "unconscionable".

Meanwhile, a gay-rights group said Mr Cheney faced "a lifetime of sleepless nights" for serving in a White House opposed to same-sex marriage.

Correspondents say that Mary Cheney's openness about her sexual orientation has for years posed a dilemma for conservative activists who admire Dick Cheney's stance on many issues, but consider homosexuality a sin.

The CWA's Janice Crouse told the Associated Press news agency: "It's very disappointing that a celebrity couple like this would deliberately bring into the world a child that will never have a father.

"They are encouraging people who don't have the advantages they have."

'Irreparable harm'

The vice president's office has declined to elaborate on the circumstances of Mary Cheney's pregnancy.

"The vice president and Mrs. Cheney are looking forward with eager anticipation" to the arrival of their sixth grandchild, a spokeswoman said.

Mary Cheney has been with her partner for about 15 years.

She was an aide to her father during the 2004 election campaign, and now is vice-president for consumer advocacy at AOL.

News of her pregnancy was welcomed by Joe Solmonese, president of gay rights group the Human Rights Campaign.

"Mary and Heather's decision to have a child is an example that families in America come in all different shapes and sizes," he was quoted as saying by AP.

"The bottom line is that a family is made up of love and commitment."

But Jennifer Chrisler, executive director of gay advocacy group Family Pride, said: "Grandfather Cheney will no doubt face a lifetime of sleepless nights as he reflects on the irreparable harm he and his administration have done to the millions of American gay and lesbian parents and their children."

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The most controversial baby of 2007? My kudos to the glowing mother-to-be, this is probably one of the gutsiest things you could do in her position. i wish her and her family well!

 

[El_Machinae]

You know the world has improved when this is not seen as controversial.

Why can non-famous lesbians have babies, but famous ones get heat for it? That doesn't seem fair.
Clearly, I wish her the best.

 

[Che Guava]

I just look forward to the day when two women raising a baby won't be called "unconscionable"...

 

[Evil Tyrant]

This is a strange world where the conception of a baby is a cause for controversy. I can't say I approve of her lifestyle, and I am a bit curious as to how the baby came into existance, but all the same, congratulations to the mother. And I hope the kid enjoys good health.

 

[amadeus]

Congratulations to Mary and the turkey baster.

 

[Cuivienen]

...and I am a bit curious as to how the baby came into existance...

It's called a sperm bank

And congratulations to Ms. Cheney as well.

 

[Turner]

I understand her parents are looking forward to being grandparents.

In any event, good for her.

 

[JollyRoger]

Congratulations to Mary and the turkey baster.

Since her name is Mary, maybe God is the Daddy.

 

[Mr. Dictator]

Congratulations to Mary and the turkey baster.

lol, ure funny

anyways, i hope she isnt just doing this to piss people off, not that i think she is, but i have faith in her parenting skills.

now, the turkey baster's....

 

[Masquerouge]

lol, ure funny

anyways, i hope she isnt just doing this to piss people off, not that i think she is, but i have faith in her parenting skills.

I wouldn't think so. She's been with her partner for 15 years, more than a lot of "straight" couples... so I would say they're pretty stable.

 

[Che Guava]

anyways, i hope she isnt just doing this to piss people off, not that i think she is, but i have faith in her parenting skills.

now, the turkey baster's....

She's not really the in-your-face type. I mean if she helped get her daddy elected...

 

[Pontiuth Pilate]

Congratulations to Mary and the turkey baster.

U R funnay yong man!

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