Chilean President Signs Civil Union Law

In a historic move, Chilean President Michele Bachelet signed a law Monday legalizing civil unions for both heterosexual and same-sex couples. Bachelet called the law a vindication and achievement in the struggle for the right to sexual diversity and a historic milestone in advancing civil rights. The measure is expected to benefit 2 million Chileans. Although the law falls short of authorizing same-sex marriage, it was nonetheless praised as a step forward by LGBT activists. teleSUR