Taking place in July 2011, Illinois will now have Civil Unions for same sex couples. Finally. Click on the photo below to view the full story.
So, I try not to be all political on this blog because it can be a real turn off for many. But, this news makes me very happy. It’s yet another reason why I moved from the non-progressive state of Ohio to Illinois. Just had a gut feeling it’d be better all around in the long term. And it has.
Nope, it’s not Marriage but to the gays who want the right to marry, it’s a step. We should all feel a bit proud of our combined work today.
Awesome news!
My husband and I had our Civil Partnership on the 23rd June 2007 here in the UK. It gives us all the rights and recognitions of a married couple, it is the same in all but name.
Personally don’t get the need to be able to call it marriage. If you call it a Civil Union / Partnership it is easier to pass.
When it comes enjoy your day! Ours really was the most perfect day surrounded by our closes friends.
Hugs
Mat xx