Take Five Nation's video: Five Famous Openly Gay Politicians

The world is changing and for the most part it’s a good thing. Equality is ripping through our planet at a tremendous rate. Not so long ago a person was considered brave for reveling that they were a homosexual but these days even gay politicians are getting voted in. It’s a truly encouraging sign of our times. So these are The Five Most Famous Openly Gay Politicians. Disagree with our list? Then let us know in the comments section below. You can also subscribe here - http://tinyurl.com/prn4lec Join us on Twitter here - www.twitter.com/Take5Nation And Facebook here - http://tinyurl.com/orv4j3z David Cicilline This U.S. Representative of Rhode Island’s first congressional district since 2010 is a firm believer in opening up the debate on gay rights in the country. In fact, his position as the first openly gay mayor of a U.S. state capital during his time as the Mayor of Providence, Rhode Island, was highly encouraging for homosexual politicians. He has since fought hard for LGBT rights including a resolution seeking to protect LGBT Americans from discrimination under federal law as religious objection bills in other states have prompted protests. Jóhanna Sigurðardóttir It’s one thing to be a pioneer in the political landscape, but Jóhanna took courage and gay pride by admitting to her sexual orientation in 2009, whilst running for the post of Prime Minister of Iceland. Today, she’s the first female and lesbian head of government in the world, establishing herself not only as a political leader, but as an admirable role model for feminists and lesbians alike. In 2010, when same-sex marriage was legalized in Iceland, Jóhanna and her girlfriend Jónína changed their civil union into a marriage, thus becoming one of the first same-sex married couples in Iceland. Annise Parker It’s difficult to imagine what life must be like for an openly gay woman in Houston, Texas, but the odds seem to be growing in their favor ever since Annise Parker appeared on the political scene. As the first openly lesbian mayor of the city (elected in 2010), Parker has been fighting for social tolerance and civil rights in the largest U.S. city to elect a gay mayor. Parker and her partner, Kathy Hubbard, have been together since 1990. On January 16, 2014, Parker and Hubbard were married in Palm Springs, California. They have three foster children. Sean Patrick Maloney This New York Congressman is not only openly gay, but also an incredibly charismatic politician. A family man at heart, Maloney has three adopted children with his long-time partner Randy Florke. Therefore, the Canadian native focuses his agenda on promoting gay rights in America, such as legal marriage and adoption, and is incredibly vocal in doing so. He campaigned for the election as a moderate and is a member of the New Democrat Coalition. He is the first openly gay person to be elected to Congress from New York. Jared Polis The Colorado Congressman is the most active advocates for civil rights in the U.S. since his election in 2009 He is without a doubt one of the most famous gay politicians in America. With his Fearless Campaign in 2011, he encouraged political leaders to stand up for what the country truly needs, in spite of the political risk it may entail for them. The LGBT trooper, who is also extremely wealthy and donates fortunes to several causes, gears his political agenda around the topics of equal rights, education and immigration reform.