Gays in the GOP?

California Republican state Senator Roy Ashburn has admitted he is gay following his DUI arrest after leaving a gay nightclub. "I am gay ... those are the words that have been so difficult for me for so long," the senator said on a radio program on Monday. Ashburn has consistently voted against gay rights during his 14 years in the state legislature.

Today we asked our panel if they believe there is room for gays in the GOP. After reading their thoughts, join the conversation by leaving a comment.