Supporters of Equal Rights Win Victory

This article from the Boston Phoenix is a good explanation of what went on yesterday. Even though I was there I found it very hard to follow.

Also, please contact your legislators and either thank them for their support thus far, or try to convince them to do the right thing the next time. You can find out how your legislators voted and how to contact them here.

The title to the article I link to above is "Gays Win Huge Victory" but I really think this is a victory for all of us, gay and straight alike because once the people in power start discriminating against one group of people, all of our rights are at risk.

Interestingly, the Boston Globe reported that it was "hundreds of gays and lesbians" singing is an attempt to make this debate seem a battle of extremes. Yes, there were gays and lesbians singing, but a lot of straight folks were there too. It is important to remind people that supporters of gay marriage come from all walks of life (E.g., I saw a sign that said "Another Straight Catholic for Same Sex Marriage"). So, keep the media honest. And, when you make that phone call to your legislators let them know who you are so they know what a broad base of support they have when they vote down the amendment.