Yesterday Australia's human right commissioners- both for Australia and all the States and Territories called for equal marriage laws.
The commissioners, who comprise the Australian Council of Human Rights Authorities, said:
"ACHRA members reaffirm their support for
marriage equality based on the fundamental human rights principles of equality
before the law and non-discrimination. Members call on political leaders to
work towards a resolution of this issue in a way that respects the rights and
freedoms of all Australians. ACHRA reminds
leaders and the community that prejudice and vilification in relation to
sexuality and gender identity is harmful to individuals and society. In this
regard, public debate must comply with existing discrimination protections in
Federal, State & Territory laws. Those laws provide an appropriate balance
of the rights to freedom of expression and belief, equality, and freedom from
discrimination."
Couldn't have put it better myself.
The commissioners, who comprise the Australian Council of Human Rights Authorities, said:
Couldn't have put it better myself.
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