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Sen. McCoy Applauds Same-Sex Decision

By Daren Sukhram

Story Created: Apr 3, 2009 at 11:41 AM CDT

Story Updated: Apr 3, 2009 at 12:03 PM CDT

State Senator Matt McCoy of Des Moines welcomed the decision by the Iowa Supreme Court to bring marriage equality for gays and lesbians to Iowa:

“Today is a red letter day for the state of Iowa. All of Iowa’s citizens now have equal protection under the law. Thousands of Iowans who have worked hard, raised families, and paid taxes will now be afforded the opportunity to marry. As a life long Iowan, I know that fair minded people throughout our state support equality for all. I have never been more proud of all the Iowans who have worked continuously for the advancement of human rights for all.

“Iowa is ready to move on and will move on. Legislative leaders have made it clear that Iowa will not go backwards when it comes to civil rights.

“Today Iowa is sending a message to young people, both gay and straight. If you are looking for a great place to live, a place where people treat their neighbors with respect, come to Iowa to work, to invest and to raise a family.”

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