The singer-songwriter who was the second place finalist on season seven of American Idol had previously come out as gay in 2014
"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."
Life is funny that way—not working out quite the way we thought it would. And that is ultimately the point
"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
"The tragedy at Pulse rocked our community and served as a reminder of the work we have to do to uproot hate and bigotry."
