Same sex marriage is currently legal in only five states; Massachusetts, Connecticut, Iowa, Vermont, New Hampshire, as well as The District of Columbia. There are 30 states that have various state constitutional amendments explicitly barring the recognition of same-sex marriage. This discrimination singles out gay people as second-class citizens. It's enough.

The Fight For Equality necklace and lapel pin is a symbol of STRENGTH, EMPOWERMENT and SOLIDARITY in our fight for equality . The concept was created by jewelry designer, CARLOS ANTONIO. It is a sterling silver, hand-crafted sculpture that is hand polished and stands just over an inch in height. It is very solid in weight yet comfortable.

After hearing months of arguments and reviewing briefs, Republican appointed federal judge Vaughn Walker has ruled that California's Proposition 8 is unconstitutional. This is the historical first step in the long and expensive road to the US Supreme Court. Additionally, a Nixon-appointee, Massachusetts federal judge has ruled that Section 3 of the federal Defense of Marriage Act violates the equal protection of the laws guaranteed by the Due Process Clause of the Fifth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution.

These are both huge milestones in the fight for equality. A lot of money will be needed for the legal battle and also to fight the onslaught of misrepresentations of gay and lesbian families that will no doubt come.

A substantial part of the proceeds of this necklace and pin will be donated to fund beneficiary organizations linked below working towards education of the public and the fight for equality.

For customer service and international orders please contact info@fightforequality.net.