Democratic Chairman Backs Gay Marriage
Friday, March 25, 2011
State Democratic Chairman Ed Pacheco issued a statement Thursday reaffirming his support of gay marriage.
“I have always felt, regardless of sexual orientation or identity, that all Americans are entitled to the full protection, benefits and resources of marriage under law,” said Pacheco. “To deny any individual the rights and privileges of marriage based on their sexual orientation is to deny them the dignity, fairness and freedom to live their lives fully and free from anxiety.”
Pacheco’s statement comes in light of the multiple bills concerning gay marriage which are currently circulating in the State House.
GET THE LATEST BREAKING NEWS HERE -- SIGN UP FOR GOLOCAL FREE DAILY EBLAST“To deny any individual the rights and privileges of marriage based on their sexual orientation is to deny them the dignity, fairness and freedom to live their lives fully and free from anxiety… it is time for Rhode Island to stand up for our neighbors, co-workers, friends, and family in the LGBT community and pass marriage equality legislation. It’s just time,” he concluded.
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