Friday, October 16, 2009

A vote for families



We received our ballots today for the general election on November 3, so this seems like a good time to share with my Washington readers my intention to vote to approve Referendum 71 and my deep hope that you will, too. This referendum will continue the domestic partnership law previously approved by our state legislature. It provides equal protection to all families so partners and their children can be covered by the health insurance policy of the head of household, so family members can visit each other in the hospital, so partners can take family leave to care for their sick partners or children, and so loving parents can adopt children in need.

In the case of my dear cousins Randi and Kauleen, it will enable Kauleen to adopt her own son!

Let me repeat that: If this is returned into law, Kauleen can adopt her own son. I must say, I find it outrageous that anyone could have a problem with that.

Please, join me in removing this obstacle to the health and security of our friends, neighbors, and family members.

Why Vote to Approve R-71

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