Australia: Rudd Government Signals it May Override the ACT's New Civil Unions Law

The Rudd Government is being openly contemptuous in its treatment of the citizens of the ACT over the issue of gay marriage. That is the only valid interpretation to be placed on the Government's hint it will overturn a law that has been passed by the Legislative Assembly. At the heart of the debate over the rights of gay couples is the expectation of Canberra people to be treated the same as people in other parts of the nation. That equality should be accompanied by respect and dignity. Instead of that, however, it appears Canberra is about to witness a betrayal of the ideals that Mr Rudd campaigned on at the election. It is always disappointing when a politician backtracks on a promise or commitment. The community is inured to that, to some degree at least, but what excuse can there be for an abrogation of the fundamental right to self-determination? Full Story from the Canberra Times: http://www.canberratimes.com.au/news/opinion/editorial/general/rudd-treats-act-with-contempt/1677423.aspx

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