Gay Husker fan writes to Osborne (how does NU recruit gay blue chippers now?)

http://www.omaha.com/article/20120308/NEWS01/120309676#gay-husker-fan-writes-to-osborne

By Juan Perez Jr.

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Husker assistant coach Ron Brown at the Omaha City Council, where he spoke out against an anti-bias protections for gays and transgender residents.

UPDATE: "As a gay Christian (that bleeds all things Big Red), and a long time season ticket holder that comes with a $1,000 dollar donation each year, I really felt betrayed by Coach Brown's comments," Omaha attorney John Carroll wrote to NU Athletic Director Tom Osborne.

"I can assure you that Ron's comments are reflective of his own views and do not represent those of the Athletic Department or the University," replied Osborne.

Read the full email exchange: http://www.omaha.com/article/20120308/NEWS01/120309676#video

Also, read more about the March 6 City Council meeting and Ron Brown's comments.

Coming Tuesday: Follow live coverage of the City Council meeting.

More at link.