Flint for Commissioner

James Flint, a Chicago based businessman and founder and owner of Miss Gay Continental Pageant (a national contest for female impersonators) ran for Cook County Board of Commissioners in 1987.  Flint, a long time supporter of the Democratic Party was also involved in organizations such as the 46th Ward Democratic Organization, International Gay and Lesbian Travel Association, the Rainbow Coalition, and many others.  Flint lost the elections but still is viewed as a valuable asset and supporter to the Gay and Lesbian community.