Survey of 2010 Gubernatorial campaign websites: on Civil Rights
Andrew Cuomo:
Marriage equality gains 1,000 federal and 700 state rights
The State has been surpassed by many other countries which have legalized same sex marriage including the Netherlands, Belgium, Spain, Canada, South Africa, Norway, Sweden and Portugal; as well as by many states which have also done so including MA, CT,
IA, VT, and NH.Marriage equality is a question of principle and the State shouldn't discriminate against same-sex couples who wish to get married. Barring marriage equality denies same-sex couples and their families over 1,000 federal and
700 state rights and responsibilities. For instance, employers offer spouses sick leave, bereavement leave, and access to health insurance and pension; and the law provides certain automatic rights to a person's spouse regardless of whether or not a
will exists. None of these rights exist automatically for same-sex couples in the absence of marriage.
As Governor, Andrew Cuomo will not stand for such discrimination. He will fight to make sure all couples have equal marriage rights under the law.
Source: 2010 Gubernatorial campaign website, andrewcuomo.com
Nov 2, 2010
Andrew Cuomo:
Require complying with MWBE reporting requirements
Minority & women-owned businesses ("MWBEs") have come to constitute a large percentage of businesses in NY, but continue to face barriers in getting their fair share of government contracts. Cuomo will ensure that MWBEs have the opportunity to earn their
fair share of the State's business, by alleviating the burden of excessive performance bonds for small businesses and certified MWBEs for smaller contracts and will require that all state contracting agencies comply with MWBE reporting requirements.
Source: 2010 Gubernatorial campaign website, andrewcuomo.com
Nov 2, 2010
Dennis Daugaard:
Define marriage as one man and one woman
I supported and voted for the constitutional amendment in 2006 that defined marriage in South Dakota as being between one man and one woman. The traditional family is the foundation of our society, and it should be protected.
Although I do not support discrimination against any class of people, I also do not think that individual groups should be given special privileges or be allowed to redefine the centuries-old institution of marriage.
Source: 2010 Gubernatorial campaign website daugaardforgovernor.com
Nov 2, 2010
Lincoln Chafee:
Longtime supporter of the LGBTQ community
LGBTQ Issues--Chafee has been a longtime supporter of the LGBTQ community, and is a strong advocate for LGBTQ rights.
If he were elected governor, he would not only sign marriage equality legislation, but would champion it as well.
Source: 2010 gubernatorial campaign website, chafeeforgovernor.com
Nov 2, 2010
Matt Mead:
Marriage is only between a man and a woman
There are social issues like abortion and marriage that remain key to our way of life.
I believe that marriage is only between a man and a woman.
Source: 2010 gubernatorial campaign website, meadforgovernor.com/
Nov 2, 2010
Sam Brownback:
Defend traditional marriage
He believes deeply that we must defend traditional marriage, confirm judges who will interpret the law and not legislate from the bench, protect and renew our American culture and defend innocent human life at every stage of development.
Source: 2010 Gubernatorial campaign website brownback.org, "About"
Nov 2, 2010
Allen Weh:
Marriage is the union between one man and one woman
I believe marriage is the union between one man and one woman.
I am opposed to same-sex marriage as was defined in the recently defeated bill in Santa Fe.
Source: 2010 Gubernatorial campaign website, AllenWeh2010.com
Nov 1, 2010
Dave Heineman:
Marriage is between one man and one woman
He believes marriage is between a man and a woman
because strong families are the foundation of our future.
Source: 2010 Gubernatorial campaign website, www.governordave.com
Nov 1, 2010
John Kitzhaber:
Endorsed by pro-GLBT Basic Rights Oregon's Equality PAC
Basic Rights Oregon's Equality PAC today endorsed John Kitzhaber for Governor for his commitment to equality for all Oregonians, saying: "John Kitzhaber has a strong record on issues affecting Oregon's LGBTQ community. He fought for legislation to ban
discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation and gender identity and he took a stand against discriminatory ballot measures."Founded in 1996, BRO is the state's chief advocacy organization for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender equality.
Source: 2010 Gubernatorial campaign website, johnkitzhaber.com
Aug 3, 2010
Kay Ivey:
One-man-one-woman marriage is cornerstone of civilization
I firmly believe marriage is between one man and one woman. It is a sacred, legal union that has been the cornerstone of civilization for centuries. It is wrong to legalize other "forms" of marriage, such as same-sex unions, and equally wrong to grant
them the same legal rights.My opposition to same-sex marriage is based on more than my personal Christian beliefs. Incidentally, none of the world's other four largest religions--Judaism, Buddhism, Hinduism, or Islam--recognizes same-sex marriage as
legitimate either.
There is no advantage to bringing up children in homes where parents are both of the same gender. Years of research show children need both a mom and a dad to reach their maximum potential. And other studies show children brought up
in same-sex households have lower self-esteem.
I will always oppose the legalization of same-sex marriage in Alabama and elsewhere in the nation, and I support legislation that defines marriage as being between one man and one woman.
Source: 2010 Alabama Gubernatorial campaign website KayIvey.org
Mar 31, 2010
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