“Any youth in this county who’s LGBTQ who commits suicide, that is on you,” she warned. The board was unmoved
“There is an important message in this legislation that taxpayer money should never fund those engaging in discrimination, bias, and hate”
"I'm angry. I'm frustrated. I'm sad because Donnell was just so full of life, and for him to no longer be here is truly depressing for...
The Committee passed the Trans Health Equity Act of 2022 by a 14-8 vote margin. It will proceed to the House floor next week
The health department has provided few updates on work to repair MADAP and has declined a meeting with concerned community members
“I hope you’ll replace it because I believe many who saw it felt supported, even if they never entered the church”
“This bill specifically targets transgender girls because of a false presumption that they have an unfair advantage”
“Mayor Ward was a valued and trusted leader and a fierce advocate- We are heartbroken... & extend our deepest sympathy to the mayor’s family"
His LGBTQ advocacy work also includes senior policy counsel for the National LGBTQ Task Force and organizer for Pride at Work
Mattie Tux Horton arrived in U.S. in 2016