As Black History Month draws to a close, Congresswoman Barbara Lee on Friday introduced a resolution honoring the contributions of Black LGBTQ+ people.
Lee, the longtime Oakland Democrat, singled out BLACK LGBTQ+ leaders past and present and to uplift their contributions in the February 26 document.
Black LGBTQ+ Americans have made significant strides in the fields of politics, entertainment, athletics, and more, a news release from her office stated. This resolution recognizes and celebrates these contributions. The accomplishments of Black LGBTQ+ citizens have often been downplayed or ignored while they face the compounding impacts of racism and anti-LGBTQ+ bias, Lee stated. However, these harsh realities have not diminished the impact of notable Black LGBTQ+ leaders like Barbara Jordan, Marsha P. Johnson, and Bayard Rustin.
Bay Area Reporter :: Lee introduces resolution in Congress honoring Black LGBTQs
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Passing the baton, Lorri Jean to exit as LA LGBT Center CEO
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LGBTQ advocates call for Trump’s removal from office following unrest at U.S. Capitol
Calls for Donald Trump’s removal from office abound after right-wing demonstrators storm the U.S. Capitol.
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Demonstrators surge into the U.S. Capitol Building during the Capitol Hill riot on Jan. 6 – Photo: Lloyd Wolf.
Despite the unrest that occurred on Wednesday afternoon after right-wing protesters overran the U.S. Capitol Building, congressional lawmakers ultimately certified the results of the 2020 election, setting the stage for President-elect Joe Biden to be sworn in on January 20. But the demonstration that sparked the riot, originally conceived as an opportunity for right-leaning Americans to protest on President Donald Trump’s behalf, came at a political cost to the commander-in-chief, resulting in calls for his removal from office.