"It has been used on too many young people in our community to make them feel like there is something wrong with who they are."
Putorti stressed he's a gay man of faith saying "I do think that being gay gives a different perspective in leadership which is important.”
The Twitterchat encourages support for LGBTQ young people finding and defining their own freedom of self-expression.
"We don't need corporate sponsors or fancy floats and bands or even contingents of LGBTQ clubs and organizations"
It was awesome that the Dodgers kicked butt right off the bat in the first inning and won 12-1 with multiple home runs
The Capital Pride Alliance, the organization which produces the annual event organized the intersectional LGBTQ+ walk and celebration.
"I echo our mayor to say to the survivors and family members of Pulse: it’s okay to not be okay. This was a tragedy."
"Our state is in a moment of reflection where each of us must send a message of acceptance to the LGBTQ community- ‘you belong here.’”
Mayor Dutrey said that he felt that the council “was sabotaged” by those who refused to accept the proclamation was made in good faith.
Northam further encouraged Virginians to participate in Pride month activities to be hosted by his administration and community organizations
