New Hampshire - Gay Marriage Bill - Contact state reps

[matt819]

New Hampshire's gay marriage bill is coming up for a vote this week, so I wrote to my representatives. I expressed my concern that one of the compromises - allowing churches not to perform gay marriages if they don't want to - is pointless since there's no government oversight of what churches do or don't do, and, as a result, this condition may prompt litigation later on. So be it. Nevertheless, I urged my legislators to vote yes.

Here's one response:
I am in complete agreement that this legislation is being mishandled. I will not vote for this bill this week because I think it is just a set-up for more problems. New Hampshire citizens are not ready to accept this legislation. Our time has been ill-spent on a social matter and more important issues have been pushed to the shadows while we are forced to listen to arguments on this issue. The economy, education, infrastructure, health care, to mention a few, are matters which have more impact on the lives of the majority of citizens of our state. I agree with Sen. Roberge who suggested to no avail that the committee of conference work to have the question on the ballot and allow the people to decide because the legislature has been so divided. I have had communication from other constituents who have suggested the same. Over all, I have had more requests from my constituents to vote 'no' on HB 73 and that is what I plan to do.
I appreciate your email. I credit you with being a responsible citizen for voicing your opinions and preferences to your representatives and respect you for that. I hope you will respect the fact that I have replied with an honest answer, and I hope that on some issues we are in agreement! End of response.


It may be an honest response, but it is wrong, and, while I don't like being a single issue voter, I will consider this position when elections roll around next year.

The larger point is for NH residents in the sixth district - and throughout the state - to contact their representatives today. This legislator writes that her constituents are asking her to vote no. Not surprising, really. Although this is liberal part of the state, I think they are largely social conservatives.

So, go here to find and contact your representatives: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/whosmyleg/

[Redneck Socialist]

1. Done!

Thank you for the reminder.