What is the strategy for securing equal rights in the Minnesota Constitution?
The strategy is multifaceted and will roughly follow this structure… 1) We are inviting every Minnesota organization, business, nonprofit, labor union, faith group and individual to become a member of the Minnesota Constitutional Amendment For Equality Coalition (MN CAFE Coalition). 2) With a unified, diverse collaboration of members, the Coalition will mount an effective public relations campaign leading up to the 2010 Minnesota Legislative session, including public awareness polling. 3) The Coalition will develop an effective legislative strategy with House and Senate leadership to ensure passage out of both bodies during the 2010 session. A Constitutional amendment does not have to be approved by the Governor, so if a simple majority in both the House and Senate approves, the amendment can be placed on the ballot statewide in the elections on November 2, 2010. 4) Once placed on the ballot, a significant campaign to educate voters statewide will need to be mounted. Opposition is ex
