I am personally in a polyamorous relationship and see no reason why I, along with thousands of others, shouldn't have the right to formalize this union with a marital status. The current laws strip us of our rights to manifest love, mutual respect, commitment, and stability that forms the backbone of any relationship, irrespective of the number of partners involved.

Existing laws explicitly favor monogamous marriages, thus systematically denying legal protections and privileges to polyamorous families, such as inheritance rights, hospital visitation privileges, and tax benefits. A study published in the Journal of Sex and Marital Therapy (2012) estimated that 4-5% of people in the USA are currently participating in what they call "consensual non-monogamous relationships", including polyamory. This elucidates how large a population we are that is seeking its rightful social acceptance and legal recognition.

No person or group should be denied their rights to love and be loved, free from societal and legal discrimination. It's time polyamorous marriages are welcomed into the fold of what is legally acceptable. Join us in challenging the status quo and paving the way for a more compassionate and inclusive society. Sign the petition and support the legalization and recognition of polyamorous marriages.