North Carolina Targeted For Anti-Gay Amendment

Written by Jim Burroway Wednesday, 11 February 2009 08:14

North Carolina is the only Southern state without an anti-gay marriage amendment.

The Winston-Salem-based group, Return America, has announced that they will hold a thousands-strong rally at the North Carolina Legislative Building on March 3. The Christian Action League and NC4Marriage are also supporting the rally.

On Feb 22, NC4Marriage will urge pastors and churches to participate in special services for “Marriage Sunday”. That day will also be used to inform congregants about the rally a week later.

Equality North Carolina plan a their own rally at the Capital for March 24.

Location:
North Carolina Museum of History
5 East Edenton Street

Raleigh, NC 27601
Date:   3/24/2009 from 9:00 am - 3:00 pm (Eastern Time)
Hosted By:   Equality North Carolina
RSVP by:   March 23, 2009 at 5:00 pm (Eastern Time)
On Tuesday, March 24th, LGBT North Carolinians and allies will gather at the capitol to be heard on the issues that matter to us. A lobby day institute, meetings with state lawmakers, caucusing opportunities with other activists and inspiring speeches from legislators and supporters will all be part of the 2009 Equality North Carolina Day of Action! This is an opportunity for individuals from across the state to come together and educate legislators on the issues that matter to us and our families: from ensuring that our kids are safe at school and being taught factual health information in class to keeping discrimination out of our state's constitution and employment policies.

So mark your calendar now for March 24th, and let us know you will be standing with us on the Day of Action by registering!

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