Another reason to love Google - Opposing Prop 8
January 23rd, 2009I love Google. Let me count the ways. Google directs over 200 visitors to my website every single day - my small business relies on Google to bring me new clients. I also use Google for my own online searches. I also utilize Google Maps on my iPhone to help me when I’m lost or looking for a business. But as I caught up with my blog reading after returning from the Inauguration, I found another reason to love Google: Google has signed an amicus brief in support of the several legal cases that challenge the recent California Prop 8.
You can read the whole Google blog article entitled “Supporting Equality” here. Here’s what they said:
“In September of last year, Google announced its opposition to California’s Proposition 8. While the campaign was emotionally charged and difficult for both sides, in the wake of the election many were concerned with the impact Proposition 8 could have on the personal lives of people they work with every day, and on California’s ability to attract and retain a diverse mix of employees from around the world.
That’s why we’ve signed an amicus brief (PDF file) in support of several cases currently challenging Proposition 8 in the California Supreme Court. Denying employees basic rights isn’t right, and it isn’t good for businesses. We are committed to preserving fundamental rights for every one of the people who work hard to make Google a success.
Please join us in continuing to fight for equality for all Californians.”
Ok, so maybe I’m all excited about the next 4 years after just returning from the inauguration and filled with visions of liberty and the pursuit of happiness - generally my posts aren’t too political, but this news about Google was too good to pass up. Go Google!
Jill--------------
J. Olkoski
Aldebaran Web Design, Seattle
Jill Olkoski has a BS in Engineering, a BS in Computer Science and an MA in Clinical Psychology. She delights in using her advanced technical and psychological skills to help small business owners develop cost-effective and successful websites.
