If by being tough on discrimination is being a 'bully', then so be it.   Others would call it heroic to have the courage to do the right thing, likely knowing the conservative backlash was on the horizon.  Brad is a staunch supporter of small business.  He has no desire what-so-ever to hurt small business owners.  However, when injustice happens, it must be addressed.  I for one support his tough decision on the Klein case.

As for his support for the issues outside the purview of SOS, would you not rather know his stance, than for him to be completely silent?  As far as I see it, Avakian is trying to be transparent.  Of course he will act according to his elected position, just as he did at BOLI.

As for i5guy's comments on his law practice, taxes and bills, you really need to get your facts straight here.  As for the decisions he made while Labor Commissioner, I support him.  He has no tolerance for discrimination and civil rights violations, regardless of who it is.