The proposed equal benefits ordinance is the subject of discussion at Beer & Politics tonight. The ordinance would require that contractors that do business with the city of Long Beach provide the same spousal benefits to domestic partners (including gay couples) as they do to married couples.
It's a controversial and fascinating issue. Will this cost businesses more? Should the city dictate how businesses are run? Does it really matter when you're talking about a basic civil right and equality? The free forum will feature guests Councilman Robert Garcia, who proposed the law, and John Greet, "Our Liberty" columnist for LBPost.com.
The discussion begins at 7 p.m. at Smooth's Sports Grille, 144 Pine Ave. If you can't attend, then watch it live online here. You can even submit questions for the guests online.
Paul Eakins reports on Long Beach City Hall, and local and regional
politics. A newcomer to the Press-
Kris Hanson reports on the Ports of Long Beach and Los Angeles,
covering environmental issues, economic triumphs and
pitfalls and trade trends of America’s largest port.
He also writes a weekly column “On The Waterfront”,
appearing Tuesdays, and also produces an occassional video
and column titled “On The Job,” which follows the hard-working
men and women who keep Southern California’s economy humming.
Karen Robes Meeks came to work for the Press-
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