Note from the Chair of MTPC:
Commit to do Something!

In order for "An Act Relative to Gender-Based Discrimination and Hate Crimes" to become law in Massachusetts, more people need to commit to doing something - anything - to help get this law passed.  The same people who opposed gay marriage are - surprise! - opposing us. 

The best thing you can do?  Talk about it, with your friends, family, and, most important of all, your legislators. Help us generate ripples of interest and support, by letting those around you know how important this is to you.  If you can't talk about it with everyone, don't worry.  The two people you can speak to are your State Representative and Senator.  They and their office staff will treat you with courtesy and respect - that's their job.  Be sure to let your elected officials know how strongly you support this legislation.  

Another good thing is giving time or money to MTPC.  No campaign for legislation ever has enough of either one.  Donate now, at www.MassTPC.org.

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Commit yourself to doing something.  And do it sooner, rather than later.  

Those who want to do more, awesome.  Look around MassTPC.org, you'll find something that needs your help.  Email info@masstpc.org with what you want to do.  

Meanwhile, here's something you can do today: check the list of current co-sponsors (see below), and if your Rep or Senator is not shown, call and ask them to support this bill.  There's a week left for them to do so (deadline Feb 4).  If they agree to sign on as a co-sponsor, be sure to thank them for standing up for fairness, equality, and civil rights.

Later we can share the satisfaction of having helped shape a future more friendly to freedom of gender identity and expression. 

Sincerely,

Nancy Nangeroni

Steering Committee Chair