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In reply to the discussion: Firms Tell Gay Couples: Wed or Lose Your Benefits [View all]B2G
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Yes, that is the exact implication. No benefits for a non-married partner, regardless of gender.
tritsofme
May 2015
#3
Some don't even need that, as some places will recognize "common law" marriage.
Behind the Aegis
May 2015
#19
Couples who weren't married wouldn't be entitled to spousal benefits, regardless of orientation. n/t
pnwmom
May 2015
#75
That was part of the whole "list of benefits denied because gays can't marry" argument
jberryhill
May 2015
#10
You are free to speculate about the problems with a standard that works just fine in practice.
Unvanguard
May 2015
#58
Because unlike heterosexuals, we face the possibility of other bigotries.
Behind the Aegis
May 2015
#42
the problem with this is that gay rights are still being challenged, we have seen it
JI7
May 2015
#25
It is not "equal" when it can force them to choose between civil liberties.
Behind the Aegis
May 2015
#44
What you aren't understanding is making marriage EQUAL (not gay) won't not make us equal everywhere.
Behind the Aegis
May 2015
#50
The problem is short-sightedness and heterosexism laced with homophobia.
Behind the Aegis
May 2015
#83
My point is things aren't made equal because of one law regarding marriage equality.
Behind the Aegis
May 2015
#85
But they're facing the SAME risk right now if they apply for same-sex partner benefits. n/t
pnwmom
May 2015
#76
But when you use your insurance, you have to fill out forms listing secondary insurance,
pnwmom
May 2015
#81
You can opt out of insurance, which is what many people do for the better insurance.
Behind the Aegis
May 2015
#82