The Economic Benefits of Marriage Equality in Washington State

Marriage equality in Washington would add $88 million to the state economy in the first three years and generate millions in tax revenue, according to a report released Friday by The Williams Institute at UCLA School of Law.

Bills to legalize marriage for same-sex couples have been introduced in both the state house and senate with strong support from Washington governor Chris Gregoire.

Findings of the report, per the Williams Institute:

Total spending on wedding arrangements and tourism by resident same-sex couples and their guests will add an $88-million boost to the Washington economy over the first three years. This spending is likely to generate $8 million in tax revenue for state and local governments.

http://www.advocate.com/News/Daily_News/2012/01/21/Washington_Marriage_Equality_Would_Add_Millions_to_State_Economy/

Whats really disgusting about this is having to justify Marriage equality on economic benefits and NOT EQUALITY RIGHTS