Maine Won't Discriminate

Once again, the state of Maine has to spend their resources fighting a right-wing initiative that seeks to overturn anti-discrimination laws designed to protect the GLBT community. In the mid 90’s they were forced to fight a similar attempt, which sought to overturn the anti-discrimination laws that had been passed by several Maine communities. That effort was narrowly defeated. Now they are forced to make another stand, but this time the stakes are much higher. This year the Maine legislature and Democratic governor enacted state-wide protection against discrimination based upon sexual orientation.

Consider this a personal appeal as well, as I was living in Maine during the first initiative and was never prouder when we prevailed. To this day, I have framed on my wall the bumper sticker from that campaign, also called, “Maine Won’t Discriminate.”

Like any campaign, this effort is going to take money to fight the negative campaign that will be waged by the radical and religious right. I’d encourage you to take a moment, visit their web site and learn about their efforts, see what you can do to help keep our freedoms in this great state and contribute to support their effort. I have every confidence the people of Maine will do the right thing again, but we can’t afford to be complacent. Support them now.

http://www.mainewontdiscriminate.com


Thank you,

Bill Vayens
Secretary, Florida GLBT Democratic Caucus