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Dear JayT,
Representative Tammy Baldwin from
Wisconsin’s 2nd district
This June, you mobilized into action and fought back a viciously anti-gay attempt to put discrimination in the Constitution. It was inspiring to see the fair-minded chorus of voices in America saying “no” to discrimination.While my Senate colleagues rejected this blatant political attempt to motivate an extremist base on the backs of gay and lesbian families, the House is expected to vote on the amendment the week of July 17.
For me, as the first openly gay non-incumbent serving in the U.S. Congress, this is more than business - it is personal. Like the Human Rights Campaign, I stand up against intolerance whenever I see or experience it. |
Unfortunately, defeat in the Senate did nothing to dampen the resolve of extremists. Not only would the Federal Marriage Amendment give a pass to treat gay and lesbian Americans as second-class citizens, it undermines the Constitution that I have sworn to protect and defend.
Along with the Human Rights Campaign, I’m taking a stand against the Federal Marriage Amendment when it comes to floor. I’m hoping I can count on you to stand with us. Please take this moment to send a message to your representative asking him or her to “Vote No” on the Federal Marriage Amendment.
Your voices are critical to this fight to take this country back from extremists.
As we celebrate this 4th of July and all great things about this country, I hope you will take a moment to visit www.hrc.org/voteno and redouble your efforts to make your voice heard!
Warm regards,
Tammy Baldwin |
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I am seriously considering dedicating some of my time to the HRC - Do you know anyone that has? What type of experience did they have?
Am stillin Vegas - we are trying to figure out what to do tonight - I need another beer. -
See ya soon
JayT - and yes, there will be pictures, and maybe VIDEO!!!!!
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July 5th, 2006 at 10:58 am
I swear, I’m going to beat you with a stick, Mary! Copy & Paste is NOT your friend! I repeat, copy and paste is NOT your friend, especially with WordPress!
*sigh* I’ll fix it later!
I hope you’re having fun! TTFN
July 5th, 2006 at 11:38 am
Actually Andy and I were just talking about Human Rights Campaign the other night. I do not know anyone who volunteers for them…but I personally do not like their tactics as far as donating money goes. They are pretty sneaky and under-handed when it comes to that. I’ve been to one HRC dinner (Tux) and all and really had a great time and was impressed with the event…but that is the extent of my dealings with them…beyond them hasseling me for money they claim I donated the previous year and want me to match again this year.
July 6th, 2006 at 11:51 am
Will you get home already?! I need someone to chat it up with!!!
Hope you boys are having a great time!
The Captain of Cox… or something like that
July 6th, 2006 at 11:58 am
PS
I know a Liberal who’s volunteered for them previously. He had a bad experience with a Lesbian on the board in Phoenix, it wasn’t pretty let me tell you! I can fill you in on his experience later.
July 6th, 2006 at 2:44 pm
Hey Captain of Cox!!!!
I love it…you still Captn’ to me
July 6th, 2006 at 3:02 pm
Captain Cox, what about me? Am I not good enough for you to chat with? HMMMPH! FINE! I won’t!
July 6th, 2006 at 3:02 pm
WHOOPSY, I forgot to logout before I posted *blush*
July 6th, 2006 at 8:36 pm
Oh super secret squirrel we caught you red handed.