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Spring Ottawa A public poll […]

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1978-03 – 1978-05

Description

Spring Ottawa A public poll concerning the amendment of the Ontario Human Rights Code to include sexual orientation was held in the Ottawa-Centre riding of Ontario MPP Michael Cassidy. Of 427 responses, 64 percent favoured inclusion. Cassidy, who had recently won the leadership of the Ontario NDP, had been a long-time, consistent supporter of gay rights in the Ontario legislature.

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Ottawa

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Michael Cassidy

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New Democratic Party Ontario

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Ontario Human Rights Code

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Dan Stainton, "Cassidy NDP Victory a Good Sign for Gay Rights," Body Politic, no. 41 (1978), p. 12."NDP Poll Shows Support for Gay Rights," Body Politic, no. 44 (1978), p. 8