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Queen Elizabeth II to Sign Historic Pledge Against Discrimination, Signal of Gay Rights Support
Queen Elizabeth II will sign an historic pledge against discrimination that does not explicitly mention gay people but is being seen as a powerful gesture on gay and women's rights, the Daily Mail reports:
Read more: http://www.towleroad.com/2013/03/queen-elizabeth-ii-to-sign-historic-pledge-against-discrimination-seen-as-signal-of-gay-rights-suppo.html#ixzz2N5vkIKwP
In a live television broadcast, she will sign a new charter designed to stamp out discrimination against homosexual people and promote the ‘empowerment’ of women – a key part of a new drive to boost human rights and living standards across the Commonwealth.
In her first public appearance since she had hospital treatment for a stomach bug, the Queen will sign the new Commonwealth Charter and make a speech explaining her passionate commitment to it.
Insiders say her decision to highlight the event is a ‘watershed’ moment – the first time she has clearly signalled her support for gay rights in her 61-year reign.
Read more: http://www.towleroad.com/2013/03/queen-elizabeth-ii-to-sign-historic-pledge-against-discrimination-seen-as-signal-of-gay-rights-suppo.html#ixzz2N5vkIKwP
To which I say, "God Save the Queen!"
