Domestic partner benefits for state employees look like they're dead - even before they went into effect. What are your thoughts?

Published: September 2, 2011 | Last Updated: September 12, 2023

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I loathe witless, self-centered, mean-spirited pissant Republicans.
-Donna Fisher

I am Jack's complete lack of surprise.
-Michael Suitts

Douches …every one of them!
-Scotty James

Benefits provided by employers are earned compensation to share with your family, no matter what family configuration you enjoy. I hate these diversion tactics from conservatives in Michigan.
-Tim Meyers

If they are so worried about the economy maybe they should give up their own spousal benefits.
-Pflag Jackson

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Domestic partner benefits for state employees look like they're dead - even before they went into effect. What are your thoughts?

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