Popular Commedien and TV Talk Show Host Ellen DeGeneres who came out several years ago on her prime-time TV series, ELLEN, has filmed a public service announcement opposing the California “Proposition 8” which would recind that states’s approval of Gay Marriage. To ensure that the PSA goes the distance in terms of getting seen, she is putting forward $100,000 for airtime.
See article from The Advocate: http://www.advocate.com/news_detail_ektid63964.asp
Here’s the PSA:
Ellen Opposing Proposition 8 on Leno Tonight:
LGBT People are beginning to win basic rights in some states, and the backlash is predictable. If you think what’s happening in California doesn’t affect you because you don’t live there – get real! This isn’t just a “gay issue” – it’s a human rights issue.
This week the California Teachers Association donated $1 Million to defeat the ballot initiative proposing to ban same-sex mariage. According to the association’s President David Sanchez, “…its a civil rights issue. We don’t believe people should be treated differently.”
Admittedly, these recent donations are still dwarfed by the tremendous financial resources of the Conservatives and Church groups who supported getting the initiative to the ballot.
Whether you live in California or not, make a contribution to the defeat of Proposition 8 in California. You can get more information from EQCA (Equality California) and contribute at their secured site. http://www.eqca.org/site/pp.asp?c=kuLRJ9MRKrH&b=4026385
Just click on the DONATE button on the homepage.
If you prefer, you can donate on the HRC website (Human Rights Campaign):
https://secure.ga3.org/03/caequalpac_homepage
The fact is many national LGBT organizations are focusing funds towards the defeat of this initiative, as well as numerous allied groups and organizations supporting civil rights for all. Find your favorite and HELP MAKE THE DIFFERENCE! -MsQueer
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