The des moines register
« There are many religious and community leaders, activists and LGBT Iowans working for justice and equality, » Rick Miller Des Moines writes, « but none does it better than Rebecca Gruber. Please consider giving a rose to Gruber for her tireless work to promote understanding and harmony through her work with the Des Moines Gay Men’s Chorus. Her gentle coaxing, heartfelt repertoire and exemplary showmanship have promoted sexual orientation understanding in a non-threatening way. She has taught the world — including those outside Iowa — that gender issues and diversity are to be embraced and not shunned. Gruber brings warmth and grace to the issues of sexual minorities with dignity and intellectual integrity through music. Her dedication to full inclusion is admirable and laudable, especially from an individual who is not a member of the LGBT community. Although Gruber receives roses after her concerts, it would be fantastic to see her honored with a single rose from The Des Moines Register. Her genuine work for peace, hope, equality and justice deserve no less. »