Starbucks has issued a statement of strong support for Washington State's so-called everything but marriage domestic partnership law. The law, already passed by the legislature and signed by the governor, is subject to a referendum next month. A yes vote upholds gay rights while a no vote takes them away. Starbucks said that approving R71:
"ensures that basic benefits and important protections are not taken away from committed couples, so they are able to take care of each other, especially in times of crisis." Starbucks wants voters to approve the measure "because it is aligned with our business practices, providing domestic partner benefits, and one of our core values of treating people with respect and dignity.”
Starbucks now joins Microsoft in public support for gay rights in Washington.
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