Same rights for same-sex couples as heterosexual couples
Gov. Quinn believe the committed relationships of same-sex couples deserve the same basic recognition rights that are currently extended to married heterosexual couples--including the right to act as next of kin, the right to assist their partners in
times of emergency, the right to equal health insurance and other employment benefits, and the right to equal treatment in property and inheritance. Gov. Quinn will work actively with the Legislature to assure fairness and equal justice under our laws.
Source: Campaign website, quinnforillinois.com, "Issues"
, Nov 2, 2010