Hip Hip Hooray!

Gays and lesbians in America are seeing some changes taking place, even as the devastation of Hurrican Katrina is upon us. The California Assembly is backing legislation endorsing gay marriage. The bill is actually waiting for the signature from Governor Schwarzenegger's office. One can only hope that he decides to sign the bill into law and not become entrenched in a religious debate over "holy" matrimony. In today's day and age, where families are more and more defined by choice rather than bloodlines, it would be a welcome sight to see gay couples guaranteed the same rights as other families. If you are a California resident, I strongly urge you to throw your support behind the bill and contact your governor.

The article goes on to say that:

California already gives same-sex couples many of the rights and responsibilities of marriage if they register with the state as partners.

Last month, its highest court ruled lesbian parents have the same rights and duties towards their children in the event of a break-up as parents of the opposite sex.

While Massachusetts started this tide of gay marriage, I am so proud of you, California!