New York State Senate and the Federal Government: Equality for fathers in the Family Court System

Petition here. Excerpt:

'Are you a father or do you know a father who has been discriminated against in the New York State Family Court system? New York State is a "Mother State" as many are. If the courts make the decision about custody concerning the children they favor the mother. Is this not discrimination? How are we as fathers supposed to have an influence and build relationships with our children based on this minimal time interaction granted by the courts? We as fathers can do anything a mother can do except breast feed. Women fought for equality in the workforce and we are fighting for equality in the home. Many women agree that fathers are discriminated against, if you are a woman and believe this is true and would like to support this petition please sign and show your support.'