Lewiston Non-Discrimination Ordinance - January, 1993

Creator

Annette Dragon

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Creation Date

1-1993

Keywords

Maine, Lesbians, Gay, Bisexual, Trans*, Transgender, Non-Discrimination Ordinance, Lewiston, Catholic Church, Fraco-Americans

Description

Following five hours of heated debate, the Lewiston City Council approved a queer-inclusive non-discrimination ordinance. It was supported by Equal Protection Lewiston (led by then Lewiston Police Chief Laurent F. Gilbert), but was soon overturned in a citywide referendum the following November, losing 2 to 1. The loss is attributed to the influence of the Catholic Church in this largely Franco-American city. Image description: Protesters against the ordinance hold signs saying "No special right!", "Pope John Paul votes no!", "Protect our Children, and "The twin cities- Sodom & Gomorrah"

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