ACLU Encourages Cleveland City Council to Expand LGBT Rights : Cleveland IMC (((i)))

CLEVELAND- The American Civil Liberties Union of Ohio called on Cleveland City Council members to pass legislation that would create a domestic partner registry and add gender identity to the city’s non-discrimination policy. The registry would allow unmarried couples to register their partnership with the city, no matter their sexual orientation. Adding gender identity to the city’s non-discrimination policy will mean that no person can be denied employment, housing or equal access to government facilities based on their gender identity.

ACLU of Ohio Executive Director Christine Link said, “This would represent a tremendous step towards ensuring fairness for all Clevelanders. By expanding our rights, city leaders our showing we are a tolerant, progressive community who cares about fundamental rights like equality. As businesses with diverse employees and clients look at areas to invest, this is an important factor that will keep Cleveland competitive with other metropolitan areas.“

Along with Cleveland’s recent move to include gender identity into its non-discrimination laws, legislators in the Ohio General Assembly are considering bi-partisan legislation that would prohibit discrimination in employment, housing, and public accommodations based on sexual orientation and gender identity. The Equal Housing and Employment Act (EHEA) would apply throughout the state, including municipalities that have already adopted similar measures in their local ordinances.

“While it is vitally important that Cleveland and other cities stand up for basic fairness, we cannot forget about the many Ohioans who are not fortunate enough to live in a city with these protections. We must press our legislators to act now on the EHEA, which would extend greater equality to all people in our state,” added Link.

Cleveland will be the third city to provide a domestic partner registry in Ohio. These programs make it easier for non-married couples to obtain benefits at work, gain access to hospitals where their partner may be admitted and extends membership for some recreational programs. By prohibiting discrimination based on gender identity, Cleveland joins other Ohio cities like Cincinnati, Toledo and Dayton in protecting all citizens from unfair bias.

On Monday, December 8th, Cleveland City Council became the third city in Ohio – joining Cleveland Heights and Toledo – to create a domestic partnership registry.

While the registry does not create any new legal rights, it can be an invaluable tool for unmarried same and opposite sex couples to access other services – such as employment benefits, child care, hospital visitation, and more.

The new registry also sends a message to the community that all families are valued and respected.

Please thank these members of Cleveland City Council who voted in favor of the registry:

Dona Brady (Ward 19)
Anthony Brancatelli (Ward 12)
Joe Cimperman (Ward 13)
Kevin Conwell (Ward 9)
Brian Cummins (Ward 15)
Martin J. Keane (Ward 21)
Kevin J. Kelley (Ward 16)
Mamie J. Mitchell (Ward 6)
Michael D. Polensek (Ward 11)
Joe Santiago (Ward 14)
Martin J. Sweeney (Ward 20)
Jay Westbrook (Ward 18)
Matt Zone (Ward 17)

Thank you,
ACLU of Cleveland

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On Mon, Dec 15, 2008 at 10:22 AM, Jeff Bootstraps Fisher <jefffishercivilrights@gmail.com> wrote:

To Miss Joy,

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Now when on Market Street besides visiting Artists and Craftsman
and getting further stories of how funny things are in Philadelphia
in Old City. Find out about the day when Gorbachev
and George Bush Sr were here and what
the U.S. Park Rangers were doing at that store.

It's funny and that would make a great comedy
just like the German Film Company which is going
to start filming in Philadelphia in January of 2009
called NAZIS for Jesus.

Please call Angela (Old City Psychic) delightful woman.
(267) 974-7715
301-Market Street
2nd floor
Philadelphia 19106

Now for a great place to stay and enjoy try the Windsor Suites.
The staff is excellent except for one doorman, Caucasian man
who has told me to fuck off many times.

I have also witnessed him making sexual remarks about many of
the guests as well. I have captured over fifteen minutes
of him doing this and gave the film to Interpol to hang onto.

I carry a camera once in a while that Interpol provides for me
that was developed for security issues by Scotland Yard
and Her Majesty Secret Service. I have to thank Tom Heneghan
for making sure I am always provided with the right equipment.

Tom is the best in the world.

Here is a link to him also. http://blog.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=blog.view&friendID=147509065&blogID=456456944
This is the latest report for all to know about as well.

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at 1700 Benjamin Franklin Parkway
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Cell: (609) 405-4977
FAX: (215) 981-5630

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Now when in London check out these two places that I did some intel work with James Lawrence and Peter Joyce several years ago.
The addresses are 33 Tothill Street, London et 68-76 Belgrave Road (its near the Victoria and Pimlico Tube Stations). I have heard rave reviews of this address
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Young lady (Miss Joy) it's Christmas Time and its time you realize the power of love.

Google Jeff Fisher Jane Bowell Al Gore Mary Elizabeth Tipper Gore Madonna

Always try cached sites to see writings that sometimes get removed on the Internet.

In youtube always listen to message and music and its very important
to read all the comments including those marked as spam.

Please spread the word in Italy.

This email thread will be posted on line, including in Italy.

Jeff Fisher Civil Rights World-Wide

I have many people in Philadelphia who want to see me getting filmed again by
Star Kim Brown and Clay Dempsey. The other four documentaries are already in production.

Last night I was approached to do another, This one was to be about Peter Joyce and Lady Diana.
The film maker was 88 years old and lives in Manchester England. Martin, that is his name presented
me with a series of photos (contact sheet,B&W) of me, Lady Diana and Peter Joyce from 1984.

He has photos of all kinds of stars and noted people, he showed me a photo of John Lennon.
It was priceless. It showed him playing with a dog (puppy with Yoko). He shoots film still.
He uses a twin reflex camera and uses Tri-X for most of his shooting and he also loves the works of
David Hume Kennerly.

I am always The American Patriot this link will prove my loyalty to America and God and WE THE PEOPLE.
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All monies for this will be donated to there special causes. I do this freely.

I am very much like President Theodore Rooselvelt.

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Remember Dave Meggett and Curtis Martin and the the Late Harry Carson to name a few of football greats
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FOOTBALL!!!!!

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hello

My name is miss Joy I saw your email at (italy.indymedia.org)a and became interested
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Here, thanks to have a good day,
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