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Television shows to include most GLBT characters ever — doubles to 2.6%

”This dramatic increase shows how far many networks have come in developing complex, multilayered lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender characters.”

Neil Giuliano, president of GLAAD, revealing the results of an examination of the new 2008-2009 network TV season that will include 16 regular characters who are gay, lesbian, bisexual or transgender in scripted programs. (Hollywood Reporter)

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