We asked those living in Italy what they reflect of the vote over same-sex civil unions. Here are some of their responses
Italy cannot continue to deny the LGBTQI community their rights. I would have preferred same sex marriage which guarantees equal rights, but the civil union law is at least a start! It is remarkable that people are debating all around the country and it helps to open up communication on such a taboo subject in the Italian culture. It’s time and whether the bill (also known as the Cirinnà bill named after senator Monica Cirinnà who introduced it) doesn’t pass I’m afraid that the LGBTQI community will feel even more detached from participating in the struggle for change and protesting. Everyone is tired of having to explain that we are just ordinary people looking for equal rights. Continue reading...
Source: theguardian.com