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We can rely on the Democratic and non-conservative parties
to move us forward on equality issues.
to move us forward on equality issues.
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"I don't understand how any of us could vote no" - neither do we.
On December 2nd, 2009 the New York State Senate voted on a bill that would legalise same-gender marriages and at the same time protect religious institutions who wish to abstain from performing these marriages. The measure failed 24-38, with 8 Democrats and all 30 Republicans voting against.
This video looks into the reaction that followed the vote, and asks how we can be better activists in the fight for our civil rights.
On December 2nd, 2009 the New York State Senate voted on a bill that would legalise same-gender marriages and at the same time protect religious institutions who wish to abstain from performing these marriages. The measure failed 24-38, with 8 Democrats and all 30 Republicans voting against.
This video looks into the reaction that followed the vote, and asks how we can be better activists in the fight for our civil rights.
Senator Diane Savino gave a passionate speech on the floor of the Senate in favor of the same-sex marriage bill. The video of her speech has become a YouTube hit.
For more video links and information visit the IN THE LIFE website.
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