We need you to tell Metro Councilman Sam Coleman to withdraw his substitute non-discrimination ordinance.  His bill vaguely mentions non-merit factors while the bill filed by Council Member Megan Barry and nine others very clearly protects Metro employees from discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity. 

Just click on Send This Message and you can automatically send a message to Councilman Coleman saying that he needs to show leadership and withdraw his bill so that all Metro employees can receive real protection from discrimination.

Sample Letter for Campaign

Dear [ Decision Maker ] ,

As a resident of Davidson County and a voter in county-wide elections, I want to express my views to you about the non-discrimination ordinance that you have filed as a substitute for Council Member Megan Barry's non-discrimination ordinance.

While your bill may be well-intentioned, it simply doesn't offer any real protections from discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity. In fact, your bill is so vague that it opens Metro up to lawsuits.

It would show real leadership for Metropolitan Nashville and Davidson County if you would simply withdraw your bill or amend it to include sexual orientation and gender identity. I prefer the bill that is sponsored by 10 of your colleagues and supported by over 35 organizations including congregations, neighborhood associations, and unions. We won't settle for anything less.

Thank you,

Campaign Launched:
August 13, 2009