Take Action Against Uganda's Death Sentence Legislation for Homosexuality

[icymist]

In October 2009, Parliamentarian David Bahati introduced draconian legislation in Uganda that would make "any form of sexual relations between persons of the same sex" punishable by prison or even death. The bill even takes aim at those offering protection or support to any lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) person by instituting harsh prison sentences of up to 7 years.

If the Ugandan Parliament chooses to endorse this hateful legislation, it would be responsible for depriving countless Ugandans of their human rights as well as placing LGBT people throughout the world at significantly greater risk.

The vote on this bill could happen as soon as the end of this month, so we've got to act fast.

Fortunately, momentum to fight Uganda's egregious bill has already started building in Washington. Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) is spearheading a joint Congressional letter that will be sent to Uganda's President urging him to put an end to this discrimination.We need all U.S. Representatives to unite in opposition to codify persecution and discrimination in Uganda. Contact them using the link below.

Link

[Toasterlad]

1. And the Democrats Swing Into Action With a Strongly Worded Letter!

"Don't kill homosexuals, or we'll be slightly cross with you!"

That's sure to nip this problem in the bud.

[donheld]

2. I tried

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