 Pledge to Uphold Oregon's New Basic Fairness Laws After 34 years of working for basic fairness for all Oregonians and their families, Oregon has taken a historic step forward by passing two basic fairness laws--one banning discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity, and one creating Domestic Partnerships. Sign the Equality Pledge now!
After so many years of struggle, we are now poised to end discrimination against and provide security to GLBT Oregonians and their families. This is a HUGE victory! Now the work begins to ensure that both of these laws stay laws. A group of vocal and organized opponents are collecting signatures to overturn our new laws. These opponents don't represent the values of most Oregonians... but they shouldn't be underestimated. Sign the Equality Pledge now! Full Petition Text: I pledge to support basic fairness for all Oregonians and their families.
1.) I will decline to sign any petitions meant to force another public vote on our new Domestic Partnership law or Anti-Discrimination law. Sign the Equality Pledge now!
2.) In the event that opposition groups do collect enough signatures to put these two laws on the ballot, I will Defend Equality by voting YES to uphold Oregon's new basic fairness laws in November 2008.
Fairness is a basic Oregon value. And I believe every Oregon family should be able to realize their hopes and dreams, keep loved ones safe and secure, and live and work free from the sting of discrimination. No family should be put up to a public vote. Sign the Equality Pledge now!
That's why I support both new laws, which make our state a fairer place to live, work, and raise a family--for all Oregonians. Signed by:
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