Marriage Equality Rhode Island

Joseph M. Gasco & Kevin J. Mitchell
of Harrisville, Rhode Island

I believe in Marriage Equality because when two people love each other and want to commit to each other in a loving relationship - no one - not government or society, should be allowed to stop them!!

Scott Davis
of Hopkinton, Rhode Island

I believe in Marriage Equality because, it's my civil right. I too am gay, and although I am single, my family and I, believe that I deserve to get married if I wish. There is no other reason needed. It's easy, straight forward, and as simple as it seems. Be one of the first to fix it, Rhode Island. We'll look silly, if we come in last.

Patrick Crowley
of Lincoln, Rhode Island

I believe in Marriage Equality because love is in short supply and when it happens we should celebrate it and protect it.

michael duggan
of lincoln, Rhode Island

I am a white, middle-class, heterosexual male raised in a moderate-to-conservative leaning Irish/Italian Roman Catholic family in Pawtucket/North Providence. I am also an ally who believes that equal marriage rights is a civil and human right. Having lived in left-leaning areas of MA, VT, and NY, I have learned that many liberals in these areas view RI politics as stagnant and rigid; that RI voters are not as "liberal" as they portray themselves despite voting statistics: avoiding questionable issues until they become less controversial. They believe that RI will only pass a marriage equality-related bill after more states have done so, 10-15 years down the road. I think that Rhode Islanders are proud of their state, and have the capacity to refute such assumptions.I am an example of this misconception, and there are others like me. An organized, well thought out strategy, along with an emphasis on disproving the naysayers, is key to the success of this movement.

Christine Brooks
of Narragansett, Rhode Island

I believe in Marriage Equality because love and commitment knows no bounds. What difference does it make what two human beings get married if they love each other and want to solidify their union? Exactly who is this hurting? I grew up with my gay sister, have a gay son who has been in a committed relationship for 5 years and also a gay uncle who was with his partner for MANY years until he sadly lost him to illness a few years ago. I've also had gay friends who've been among some of the best people I've ever met. We are all human beings and each and every one of us deserve the same rights.

Trish Phelan
of Newport, Rhode Island

I believe in Marriage Equality because I believe in our nation's promise of equality and I embrace our founding affirmation that all Americans are created equal. Can't we get most of our rights through civil unions or domestic partnerships? Can't we settle for something less than full marriage equality and still make progress? I don't think so. Why should we settle for anything less than full and equal right. MARRIAGE EQUALITY NOW.

Sara MacSorley
of North Kingstown, Rhode Island

Jamie Wallwork
of North Providence, Rhode Island

Kim Wallbillich
of North Smithfield, Rhode Island

John Beaudreau
of Providence, Rhode Island

I believe in Marriage Equality. The "pursuit of happiness" as our Constitution states means having the Right to marry the one I love. For me I love another man, God made me that way so don't question His work and give me the Right to be Happy.