I hear what you're saying about the demographic shift in the States...younger Republicans seem to be closer to the Meghan McCain model, so either the GOP will shift their social policies to accept GLBT equality, or those younger people will eventually vote Democrat (and/or take office as Democrats). Either way, the social policies progress. :)

I've been more optimistic on this front lately as I watch all of New England accepting same-sex marriage (and even Iowa doing the same :)), but because there are also forces pushing in the other direction, I know there'll be many legal battles to come. :/

Voting is greater, and you'll recall my urging people to do so during the Canadian/American elections last year...but while I do vote with these issues in mind, the specific GLBT rights I referred to have (fortunately) already been granted in my jurisdiction. :)