Jennifer Vanasco: How do you feel about the words “gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender” not being in the platform?

Bo Shuff: It’s the most inclusive platform we’ve ever had. It’s a policy document. Some people are upset that four words were excluded, but gender identity and sexual orientation were included, and that’s what matters.

JV: You’ve been to a couple conventions – how does this rate on the gay-friendliness scale?

BS: At the LGBT caucus today, they said there was a 41 percent increase in GLBT delegates. That’s gay friendly. There’s an event on the calendar every single night, and several every single day.

Four years ago, Senator Obama sent a shout out to “gays in Red States.” That meant a lot to a lot of people. Senator McCain, though, isn’t even a compassionate conservative, let alone a maverick, and I think people are starting to realize that.

JV: I notice you’re still wearing a pro-Hillary button. Who are you voting for as a delegate?

BS: On Thursday night when we have a winner, I’ll work my tail off for our nominee, whoever wins. Until then, I’m supporting my candidate.