Times Herald-Record
August 24, 2005

New Paltz Book has 'insider' view of gay-wedding story

Erin Quinn's "Pride and Politics: The Tale of a Big Story in a Small Town" wrestles with Mayor Jason West's historic decision in February 2004 to preside over the marriages of gay couples in the village.

Her perspective as a local reporter, using all her resources to stay at the heart of the story as satellite trucks from encroaching networks enter her home turf, turns up anecdotes that only a New Paltz insider could deliver.

Her initial bristling at being scooped galvanized her to dive into the issues and the ensuing sensory carnival that took over the village for weeks.

A reading and book-signing with Quinn will be held at 7 p.m. Saturday at Ariel Booksellers on Plattekill Avenue, New Paltz, and at 7 p.m. Aug. 27 at New Century Artist Gallery, 530 W. 25th St., New York City.

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