Families are the cornerstone of every successful community. As a result, we must work to strengthen our families. Terry will fight to ensure paid parental leave for both mother and father. All families must be strong; this includes making sure that lesbian and gay couples have the same rights as heterosexual couples. Part of building successful families is providing access to comprehensive family planning services including a women's right to choose. Terry's family is the greatest thing that has ever happened to him and he hopes to make that the case to as many Michigan families as possible.