The initiative came in 2011, sponsored by the Federation of the Left and the Democratic Party, and included the signing of the Regional Director Pierangelo Pettenò (PRC - European Left) as the first signatory.
This motion comes in response to the numerous episodes of violence and discrimination that have occurred not only in the region but also in Italy and worldwide. The Veneto Region, paradoxically presided and governed(overwhelmingly) on the right (Northern League, the Berlusconi's People of Freedom and the Union of Christian and Center Democrats) decided to commit and not only with words but with several joint projects that coordinate, involve and sensitize the various institutions, organizations, associations, public opinion and affected citizens.
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Giorgio & carzam/ MensGo (Translated by Matt)
(vía Mattino Padova del 09-02-2012).