Today, six mayors from across the state gathered to launch Rhode Island Mayors for Marriage Equality. Together, they called on the Senate to extend the freedom to marry to all loving, committed couples in the Ocean State.
The group includes Mayor Scott Avedisian of Warwick, Mayor James Diossa of Central Falls, Mayor Donald Grebien of Pawtucket, Mayor Charles Lombardi of North Providence, Mayor Daniel McKee of Cumberland, and Mayor Angel Taveras of Providence.
“As mayors, we are proud to stand together in support of the freedom of all loving, committed couples to marry. The right to marry is an issue of fundamental fairness. I join with my fellow mayors from communities across our state in calling on our elected leaders in the General Assembly to pass Senate Bill 38 and finally bring marriage equality to Rhode Island.”
-Providence Mayor Angel Taveras
This exciting endorsement comes on the heels of a 12-hour-long hearing in the Senate Judiciary Committee last week, where fair-minded Rhode Islanders from all walks of life voiced their support for marriage equality.
Rhode Island Mayors for Marriage Equality offers another big boost to our campaign. The leadership of these municipal executives is a testament to their commitment to building inclusive, welcoming cities that honor and affirm all loving couples.
“We all know gay and lesbian people living in our cities or towns who are in long-term loving relationships, and who are active participants in the civic life of our communities. They deserve to be able to marry the person with whom they share their life.”
-Warwick Mayor Scott Avedisian
“Marriage tells our communities that two people are uniquely committed to one another – that they are a family. All loving couples deserve the dignity and respect only marriage affords. Our cities and towns have as their primary responsibilities public safety and education. The freedom to marry gives couples the tools and security they need to build a life together and ensures the children of all Rhode Island families have the unique protection only marriage can provide.”
-Central Falls Mayor James Diossa
Join the Rhode Island Mayors for Marriage Equality in calling for passage of the freedom to marry. Contact your Senator now!
