FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
May 8, 2013
CONACT:Sarah Kennedy
skennedy@civitaspublicaffairs.com
CAPITOL REGION LEADERS CALL FOR FAIRNESS
Delta, Delhi, and Meridian Townships push for equality
LANSING — Just weeks after Michigan passed its 23rd local non-discrimination ordinance, leaders from across the Capitol Region came together today to call for further ordinances to protect all residents, including gay and transgender people. Their press conference reminded residents that East Lansing has the country’s oldest non-discrimination law, which dates back over 40 years, and that the majority of Michiganders support this type of protection.
Statement from Angela Wilson, Meridian TownshipTrustee
“I cannot believe that in 2013, right here in Meridian, it is legal to fire someone from their job just because they are gay or transgender. That isn’t right! Everyone should be treated fairly and equally by the laws of our city. It’s time for us to step up and help make that happen.”
Statement from Ken Fletcher, Delta Township Supervisor
“As a leader here in Delta Township, it is my hope that we are all treated fairly and equally. Passing a non-discrimination ordinance that makes sure all of us—gay, straight, transgender—are protected. We all are called on to treat our neighbors as we would like to be treated. That’s what this ordinance would do.”
Statement from Evan Hope, Delhi Township Clerk
“Over 20 cities here in Michigan, and over 100 across the country, have successfully passed ordinances prohibiting discrimination. It’s time for Delhi to join these cities. It’s time for Delhi to make sure everyone is treated fairly and equally.”
Resources: Polling: http://dontchangeyourself.com/Quinlan2011.pdf
Cities with ordinances: http://www.unitymichigan.org/cities-with-ordinances
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