Robert Reich on Civil Rights

Former Secretary of Labor; Democratic Challenger MA Governor

Supports civil unions

As governor, I will actively fight to pass civil unions legislation, as well as domestic partnership legislation which would extend health insurance and other benefits to the partners of GLBT state and municipal workers. Source: Campaign web site RobertReich.org, “Issues” , May 2, 2002

Extend partner benefits to gays

I strongly oppose all forms of discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation. I believe that gays and lesbians who are in committed relationships should have the same legal rights and responsibilities as married couples. It’s unconscionable that partners in long-term, loving relationships can be denied the right to visit each other in a hospital, or receive survivor benefits. Source: Campaign web site RobertReich.org, “Issues” , May 2, 2002

Equal rights for GLBT; against DOMA

I will also beat back attempts to deny gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender people equal rights, such as House Bill 4840, the “Super-DOMA” [Defense of Marriage Act] legislation that would deny legal recognition to same-sex relationships. I recently submitted testimony to the Legislature opposing the measure, and urged lawmakers to reject it. It’s mean-spirited and divisive, and should have no place in Massachusetts. Source: Campaign web site RobertReich.org, “Issues” , May 2, 2002

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