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Congresswoman Adams Statement On The Passage of NC State Bill That Allows Same Sex Marriage Discrimination

June 11, 2015

Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Alma S. Adams (NC-12) released the following statement after the North Carolina General Assembly overrode a veto of a bill that allows North Carolina court officials to refrain from performing certain marriage related duties because of religious beliefs:

"This is a sad day for North Carolinians and a sad day for our state's history. I am thoroughly disappointed in the North Carolina General Assembly's decision to override a veto of a bill that would allow court officials to blatantly discriminate on the basis of sexual orientation. I commend the Governor for vetoing the bill and agree that court officials shouldn't be exempt from doing their jobs because of their personal beliefs.

"Several decades ago, countless Americans were denied the right to marry because of the color of their skin. As someone who fought hard against racism and discrimination for years, I am appalled by this shameful attack on North Carolinians because of who they choose to love. This law could open doors for even more discriminatory practices to take place.

"Today's decision proves just how far North Carolina has to go to overcome long-standing biases. I will remain an advocate for equality and will keep fighting against bigotry and oppression."

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