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Clerk Orr Cheers Senate Passage of Religious Freedom and Marriage Fairness Act

By Communications Staff at February 14, 2013 | 3:48 pm | 0 Comment

A long-time advocate of marriage equality, Cook County Clerk David Orr today applauds the Illinois Senate's passage of the Religious Freedom and Marriage Fairness Act. "It is a good day for love," said Clerk Orr, who was recently inducted into the Chicago Gay and Lesbian Hall of Fame.  "The Illinois Senate took a historic step forward today. I am hopeful that very more...

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Cook County Clerk David Orr: Gay marriage long overdue in Illinois

By Communications Staff at January 4, 2013 | 2:06 pm | 0 Comment

As the clerk in Illinois' most populous county, I urge all legislators to support the Religious Freedom and Marriage Fairness Act sponsored by Representative Greg Harris and Senator Heather Steans. This measure will provide all committed couples with the same legal protections under Illinois law - a step that is long overdue. Illinois should join the growing ranks of more...

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