Annise Parker elected mayor of Houston , becomes first lesbian to lead a major U.S. city . CNN 's Ed Lavendera and Don Lemon contributed to this report . Parker , who served five years as city controller , won with nearly 54 percent of vote . Score: 6
Annise Parker elected mayor of Houston , becomes first lesbian to lead a major U.S. city . Parker , who served five years as city controller , won with nearly 54 percent of vote . Score: 6