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Marriage Amendment (HCR2065/SCR1038)
HCR 2065 and SCR 1038, introduced by Speaker of the House Jim Weiers and Senate President Tim Bee, would place an amendment on the ballot in November 2008 that would constitutionally define marriage as a union between one man and one woman.
Anti-equality forces are behind this renewed attack on LGBT families, despite the fact that Arizona voters already rejected the idea in 2006 when they voted down Proposition 107. Arizona was the first in the nation to defeat an anti-equality marriage amendment, sending a clear message that anti-gay discrimination will not be tolerated in this state.
It will be an uphill battle to stop the Legislature from placing the referendum on the ballot. HCR 2065 and SCR 1038 are on a fast track to being approved by the Legislature. But the anti-gay industry can be stopped.
Now is the time to make your voice heard and let your senators and representatives know that you want them to oppose HCR 2065 and any effort to put another anti-equality marraige amendment on the ballot.
| Sample Letter for Campaign |
Subject: Oppose HCR 2065/SCR 1038 - Marriage Amendment
Dear [ Decision Maker ] ,
As your constituent, I am writing to urge you to oppose HCR 2065 & SCR 1038, identical bills that would put another amendment on the ballot to constitutionally define marriage as a union between one man and one woman.
At a time when you and your colleagues in the Legislature are dealing with a budget crisis, you should be able to focus your energy on finding real solutions to real problems, without being distracted by such a divisive issue.
As a supporter of equality, I call on you to oppose this referendum.
Sincerely,
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