"The mission of Log Cabin Republicans shall advance the interests of the gay and lesbian community within the Republican Party of the United States of America. It shall assist in the development and enactment of policies affecting the gay and lesbian community within the Republican Party and by municipal, state and federal governments. Its membership shall advocate and support candidates, activities or initiatives which provide equal rights under law to persons who are gay or lesbian, promote nondiscrimination against or harassment of persons who are gay or lesbian, and encourage participation in the Republican Party by gay and lesbian Americans."