As I mentioned in my previous blogs 2009 has gotten off to an amazing start. So far this year two states have passed legislation that legalizes same-sex marriage bringing the total to four states in the entire country. The New York Times is reporting that Governor Paterson will introduce similar legislation on Thursday which would make New York State the fifth state to legalize same-sex marriage, if passed.
"Mr. Paterson has said in recent days that the State Legislature should move ahead now with the legislation regardless of whether it can muster enough votes. His reasoning, which some gay rights advocates have challenged, is that New York should make a statement that it is committed to treating same-sex couples the same way it treats opposite-sex couples."
That statement alone is something I think speaks volumes for any group of people. We should treat all people equal regardless of their religion, creed, or sexual orientation. Paterson is doing the right thing by introducing this bill and hopefully it will not be met with the same opposition the same-sex marriage bill had when the Republican Governor vetoed it. Luckily in that case there were enough votes to override his veto, but it was an unnecessary bump in the road to having equal protection and equal rights under the law. I really hope this passes here in New York and we can become the fifth state to join in on this progressive wave of acceptance and inclusion, rather than divisiveness and hate.
Cyclebeads
14 years ago
3 comments:
Looks like people are coming around. More and more states are accepting same sex marriage. But, why now? Is someone setting the trend? It's great for those who have tried to be happy for so long, but couldn't because they weren't "allowed." Finally people are coming to their senses. Hopefully more will catch on!
It is definitely nice to see New York introduce this referendum and I hope it passes here. It feels like more and more states really are becoming more open to the idea that we should not discriminate against people because of their sexual orientation. Like you said, I really hope this is a trend that sweeps the entire country and we someday see a completely accepting nation.
I actually support this bill introduced in new york. we are a state of opporunity and acceptance of different cultures. Who are we to deteremine an individuals sexual orientation. Hopefully us as a state make a statement for other states to follow and accept difference in our lives.
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