MARRIAGE EQUALITY PASSES IN NEW YORK!
I have never be prouder to be a lifelong New Yorker than I am this evening. In a historic vote, the New York Senate passed marriage equality by a vote of 33-29! New York now joins a growing number of states leading the nation towards the future we have always been destined for, a future where everyone is treated equally, with dignity and respect.
I am inspired by all of my fellow New Yorkers who stood with us and showed your support by contacting your state representatives, attending rallies and encouraging your family and friends to get involved. It is because of great citizens like you that civil rights for all, especially gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender people, continue to advance in this country.
I am equally inspired by the state assembly members and senators who stood by their convictions and voted “YES”. I am in awe of their decision, along with unwavering leaders like Governor Andrew Cuomo, Mayor Michael Bloomberg, New York City Council Speaker Christine Quinn, and Senators Kirsten Gillibrand and Charles Schumer, to be on the right side of history.
New York also owes a debt of gratitude to the organizations and community leaders like the Human Rights Campaign, Freedom to Marry, the Empire State Pride Agenda and Broadway Impact for their dedication and commitment to making marriage equality a reality in the Empire State.
To all of you who live outside New York, thank you. We are one nation and through this long effort you proved that through your encouragement and support. Now, we must work to pass marriage equality in the 44 states left and you can count on us New Yorkers to be there for you as you were here for us.
Thank you for continuing to give a damn!
All my best,
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I have never be prouder to be a lifelong New Yorker than I am this evening. In a historic vote, the New York Senate passed marriage equality by a vote of 33-29! New York now joins a growing number of states leading the nation towards the future we have always been destined for, a future where everyone is treated equally, with dignity and respect.
I am inspired by all of my fellow New Yorkers who stood with us and showed your support by contacting your state representatives, attending rallies and encouraging your family and friends to get involved. It is because of great citizens like you that civil rights for all, especially gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender people, continue to advance in this country.
I am equally inspired by the state assembly members and senators who stood by their convictions and voted “YES”. I am in awe of their decision, along with unwavering leaders like Governor Andrew Cuomo, Mayor Michael Bloomberg, New York City Council Speaker Christine Quinn, and Senators Kirsten Gillibrand and Charles Schumer, to be on the right side of history.
New York also owes a debt of gratitude to the organizations and community leaders like the Human Rights Campaign, Freedom to Marry, the Empire State Pride Agenda and Broadway Impact for their dedication and commitment to making marriage equality a reality in the Empire State.
To all of you who live outside New York, thank you. We are one nation and through this long effort you proved that through your encouragement and support. Now, we must work to pass marriage equality in the 44 states left and you can count on us New Yorkers to be there for you as you were here for us.
Thank you for continuing to give a damn!
All my best,
SUPPORT THE GIVE A DAMN CAMPAIGN
Help the Give a Damn Campaign continue to make a difference in the effort to advance equality. Please make a gift of $10, $25, $50 or more today. Make a Donation
FOLLOW THE GIVE A DAMN CAMPAIGN
You have already taken the first step to follow the Give a Damn Campaign by joining us on wegiveadamn.org. Now, take it one step further and stay informed and involved by following us on FACEBOOK, TWITTER and YOUTUBE!
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