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October 7, 2004 - Volume 2, Issue 38 |
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October 7, 2004 - Volume 2, Issue 38 |
Polls
Continue to Show Slight Lead for Proposal 2
As the November election draws near, new polls continue to show a slight lead in support for Proposal 2. The proposal would amend the Michigan constitution to define marriage as the union of a man and a woman. One of the more recent polls conducted by the Detroit Free Press indicated that 53-percent of respondents supported the proposal, while 40-percent opposed it. Six-percent were undecided. To read the full story,
click here.Meanwhile, supporters of same-sex marriage, including some national groups, have turned their focus toward Michigan, believing this is one of the states where they have a chance of succeeding this fall. They continue to allege that the ballot language will take away existing domestic partner benefits. This is untrue. The amendment merely affirms the current public policy of our state. In fact, the University of Michigan recently stated that the language would not affect its domestic partner benefits.
"These groups view the race here as being closer than most other states with amendments on the ballot in November," said MFF Executive Director Brad Snavely. "It makes it even more important that supporters of traditional marriage take the time to vote and encourage their friends and family to do likewise." For more information,
click here.
President
Signs Bill to Extend Family Tax Relief Measures
President Bush recently signed legislation that will continue tax relief enacted earlier in his administration. During the speech that accompanied the signing, President Bush outlined his strong belief that the tax relief package would help keep America’s families strong.
For details of the legislation, and to read the President’s remarks,
click here.
Washington
D.C. Marriage Rally Set for October 15
"Mayday for Marriage" will take place at the National Mall in Washington, D.C., Friday October 15 from Noon to 3pm. This national event will draw attention to the battle to defend traditional marriage and show support for the Federal Marriage Amendment (FMA).
Michigan Family Forum would like to put together a list of churches or other organizations planning to attend this event. If your church or group is planning to attend, please contact us at (517) 374-1171, or email us,
info@michiganfamily.org. For more information about "Mayday for Marriage," click here.Governor Approves FIA Budget, Including Funds for Local Marriage and Fatherhood Initiatives
Michigan Governor Jennifer Granholm recently approved the Family Independence Agency (FIA) budget for the coming fiscal year. Among the items in the budget are federal funds earmarked for community marriage and fatherhood initiatives. The Governor vetoed similar funds in last year’s budget.
"It’s encouraging to see that the Governor has allowed these funds to remain for their intended purpose," said MFF Executive Director Brad Snavely. "Promoting community-based Marriage and Fatherhood Initiatives is an effective way to strengthen the family. They allow community leaders to address the unique challenges facing the family in their local area."
"Sunshine
Church" Spearheads Rally for Marriage
Sunshine Church, located in the Grand Rapids Area, is sponsoring a "Celebration of Marriage Rally" in downtown Grand Rapids on Saturday, October 16. The event will take place at Calder Plaza from 3:30pm to 5:30pm.
Speakers include U.S. Congressman Pete Hoekstra, State Senator Bill Hardiman, and Marlene D. Elwell of Citizens for the Protection of Marriage. Music, food, and beverage will be served at this event designed for the whole family to participate in. For more information,
click here.Detroit Pastors Will Show Unity and Support for Marriage
on Tuesday
A group of Detroit area pastors will gather at the Fox Theatre in Detroit on Tuesday, October 12 at 9:30am to show their support for marriage. The event is being sponsored by the Church Outreach Team of Citizens for the Protection of Marriage. Please RSVP by phone, (517) 267-9012, or email,
kristina@protectmarriageyes.org.Check Out our New Website!
Michigan Family Forum is pleased to announce our totally new (and improved) website! MFF’s own Beth Hafer was responsible for the redesign.
A key component of the new site is the 2004 Michigan Voter’s Guide, available tomorrow by the end of the day.. Log on to
www.michiganfamily.org for more information!_________________________________________________
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