"Obviously, I am disappointed and believe the court is in error with
this eleventh hour ruling in a case that had already been decided by a
judge and jury of citizens. Nonetheless, we will proceed with the steps
necessary for City Council to consider the issue. At the same time, we
are consulting with our outside counsel on any possible available legal
actions. Houston’s Equal Rights Ordinance is similar to measures passed
by every other major city in the country and by most local
corporations. No matter the color of your skin, your age, gender,
physical limitations, or sexual orientation, every Houstonian deserves
the right to be treated equally. To do otherwise, hurts Houston’s
well-known image as a city that is tolerant, accepting, inclusive and
embracing of its diversity. Our citizens fully support and understand
this and I have never been afraid to take it to the voters. We will
win!" - Houston Mayor Annise Parker, via press release.
Reposted from Joe Jervis
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