Lessons from Israel: Tel Aviv's first out lesbian elected official, Michal Eden, talks about the worldwide struggle for peace--both political and personal. (Behind the Headlines).(Brief Article)(Interview)

When Michal Eden was elected to the Tel Aviv--Jaffa city council in 1998, she became the first openly gay elected official in Israel. She has campaigned for gay causes, including the founding of Israel's first hostel serving homeless and runaway lesbian and gay youth.

Eden spoke to The Advocate via E-mail from Israel about gay politics in her country and the toll terrorism has taken on both Israel and America.

How has your sexual orientation played out in your political career?

There was certainly static [during the city council campaign]. However,…