A radical (?!) family that Ref-71 supports
As you can see, I’ve embraced Referendum 71 on my website, and I encourage you to join the cause, by voting yes (if you live in Washington), or by contributing to Washington Families Standing Together (wherever you live). I think it helps to point out that the couples and families who benefit from this law (a law that was passed by the duly-elected representatives of the citizens of Washington state) are people you know, ordinary people, and—in my particular case—dog people. (!)
There’s a lot of evidence out there that people who know LGBT persons are much more likely to be liberal about the political issues related to sexual orientation. That’s why I think it’s important for me to let you know that this law currently allows people you know—your neighbors, friends, and family—to choose their kin, fill out their 401(k) beneficiary forms, and visit their loved ones in peace. That’s it. And many of the couples this law protects are elderly heterosexual friends who have found that they can secure their own futures better by pooling their resources and designating their most intimate companions to visit them when they’re sick, and handle their affairs when they die. What’s not to like about this law?
So please vote ‘yes’ on Ref-71. And here’s a photo of two members of one family who thank you for your support!
