Marriage? That’s Nice!

I know what you’re thinking after reading the title to this. You’re thinking I’m writing about stimulating the economy and universal healthcare. While I’m all for job growth and better healthcare, that’s not exactly what this article is about. So what am I talking about? I’m
talking about how bent and focused the LGBT community is on marriage equality, when there is still a sector of the LGBT that isn’t even
afforded basic protections for employment, housing and medical care.

Don’t get me wrong, I’m happy whenever I see any part of our community gain rights and acceptance. But I hesitate whenever I’m asked to participate in an event or a promotion that only benefits marriage. Why? Because we T’s have already been thrown under the bus at least once by the rest of the community and we’re a little weary of it. The phrase “don’t worry, we’ll come back for you” is a little worn out, especially here in NY where typically we have lobbied for three pieces of legislation; marriage, GENDA and Dignity For All Students, but after 15 years GENDA just barely made it through the Assembly.

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