From an article in the Cleveland Plain Dealer (read the article in full HERE).Whatever happened to Cleveland's domestic-partner registry, which was launched this year?
As of Thanksgiving, the city had issued more than 160 licenses.
The registry, a controversial concept that enables same- and opposite-sex couples to declare a relationship without marriage, has withstood challenges from pastors and lawyers.
The registry has helped to carve out a tolerant, gay-friendly image for Cleveland. Many believe the Gay Games would not be coming here if not for its launch in April.
The event is expected to inject about $60 million into the regional economy.
"We continue to be a city of celebrating diversity," said Councilman Joe Cimperman, a sponsor of the registry who traveled to Cologne, Germany, to lobby the selection committee.
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