September 13, 2005
Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger
State Capitol Building
Sacramento, CA 95814
Fax: 916-445-4633
Honorable Governor Schwarzenegger:
I am writing you in hopes that you will reconsider signing AB 849, the Civil Marriage and Religious Freedom Protection Act that is coming to your desk within the month.
Presently, marriage is a historic compliance of both a religious sacrament and a state contact. This is in conflict of our country’s founding policy of a separate church and state.
Regarding AB 849, it grants equal rights while separating church and state procedures regarding marriage. The state may issue civil union licenses and religious institution may provide a separate recognition. Those with moral objections are not forced to comply with the states legislation. Passing this law only extends the legal aspect of marriage already grated to heterosexual couples; the religious aspects remain separate and valid.
I understand that it’s a hot topic and both sides are very vehement about their positions. But I whole heartedly believe that signing this bill will set precedent and be “the gold standard” and model legislation for the rest of our nation. This is your opportunity to ensure a legacy of fairness and equality, not discrimination within our state. I hope you can see the bigger picture and not fear a few headlines. No doubt that it will be news for a week, but one year from today it will be old news and California will still remain the Golden State due to your leadership and courage!
Thank you for your time.
Sincerely,
Pablo from L.A.
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2 comments:
Hello,
I was reading your post about the civil marriage bill and wanted to make you aware of an online petition. If you sign it, an email is sent straight to Gov. Schwarzenegger with your letter in it telling him not to veto the bill.
You can find the petition here, on the Angelides 2006 website.
Just thought you'd like to know,
Tyler
Hi Paul,
Great Blog..I'm really happy for you, What a great way to express your feelings and I hope you know that there are some Texans that share your views. Hopefully your voice will be heard.
Fernando
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