Your Stories
A Lasting Lesson from the Election
“But she, like me, will wake up one day and face the harsh judgment of her fellow Americans, like the people of Mississippi who voted six to one to ban marriage protections for gay families.”
Proud of Her Two Moms
“I'm lucky to have my moms. And to know that they are denied marriage certificate with their names on it gives me something to fight for.”
Denied Marriage and Uninsured
“My partner and I have been together for two years. She has a job with great benefits, including family health coverage. But it doesn’t cover me or my young daughter, who lives with us.”
Marriage and Healthcare for Children
“The good news is that my son has been in remission for four years now. But life during this time would have been a lot better had we been able to get married.”
We Are a Family
“We are a family and we love one another, no matter what happens.”
My Family is Not a Threat
“My family is vulnerable, with no legal protections. If I die, or something happens to my partner, there is nothing in the law that honors or regards our years of life together.”