How to Be an Advocate for Same-Sex Marriage in New Mexico

Unfortunately for same-sex couples who wish to make their relationship officially recognized, many states still don’t recognize their right to marry. New Mexico was one of the few states to briefly allow same-sex marriage, before doing an about-face and invalidating the marriage licenses it had granted. If you live in New Mexico and you’re interested in being an advocate for same-sex marriage, there are many different ways you can do this.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Internet connection
• Badges, T-shirts or bumper stickers

1. Talk to friends, family and co-workers about same-sex marriage—discuss reasons why it’s important that everyone has the right to an officially recognized relationship regardless of their sexual orientation.

2. Write letters to your local newspapers or other publications for their “Letters” pages so that you can air your views.

3. Make an email signature that links to a Web site such as Gay Marriage News or the American Civil Liberties Union of New Mexico.

4. Get a badge, button or bumper sticker and wear it with pride!

5. Find out about advocate groups in your area and join one. Take part in activities that raise public awareness about same-sex marriage issues.

Tips & Warnings

• If you deal with the public in your place of work, note that there may be rules against wearing badges or buttons that make political statements—check with your boss to make sure it’s OK to wear these things.

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