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~ Sacramento, California - On May 22, 2025, Governor Gavin Newsom declared the day as "Harvey Milk Day" in honor of the late LGBTQ rights activist and politician. The proclamation was issued to recognize Milk's contributions to not only the LGBTQ community but also to all Californians fighting for freedom and equality.
Born on May 22, 1930, Milk settled in San Francisco where he found a thriving LGBTQ community that faced widespread hostility and had no representation in government. In response to this injustice, Milk fearlessly organized and worked with labor and civil rights activists to build coalitions based on the idea that everyone deserves freedom and dignity regardless of their sexual orientation or identity.
His advocacy for the LGBTQ community and all marginalized groups helped him win a seat on San Francisco's Board of Supervisors in 1977, making him one of the first openly gay elected officials in the United States and the first in California. However, just a year into his term, Milk was tragically assassinated.
Despite his brief time in office, Milk's legacy is remarkable. He refused to compromise on his values or commitment to fighting for anti-discrimination laws and better community services such as day care centers for working mothers and affordable housing. As he famously declared before being elected, "I have tasted freedom. I will not give up that which I have tasted." His unwavering dedication to serving and representing all people without shame showed what could be achieved if we recognize each other's humanity.
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Governor Newsom emphasized Milk's enduring legacy as a reminder that progress cannot be reversed even amidst ongoing attacks on the LGBTQ community. He reaffirmed California's support for equality, freedom, and acceptance for all individuals.
In his proclamation, Governor Newsom stated: "NOW THEREFORE I, GAVIN NEWSOM, Governor of the State of California, do hereby proclaim May 22, 2025 as 'Harvey Milk Day.'" The proclamation was signed and sealed on May 21, 2025, with the Great Seal of the State of California affixed.
In recent news, Governor Newsom also announced appointments to various positions in his administration. Armen Meyer was appointed as Senior Deputy Commissioner for the Division of Consumer Financial Protection at the California Department of Financial Protection and... Matthew Read was appointed as Chief Counsel at the Governor's Office of Land Use and Climate Innovation. Additionally, Governor Newsom issued a statement addressing U.S. Senate Republicans' plans to undo California's clean cars and trucks program, urging them to choose between siding with China or America.
As California continues to honor Milk's legacy and fight for equality, his words continue to resonate: "Hope will never be silent."
Born on May 22, 1930, Milk settled in San Francisco where he found a thriving LGBTQ community that faced widespread hostility and had no representation in government. In response to this injustice, Milk fearlessly organized and worked with labor and civil rights activists to build coalitions based on the idea that everyone deserves freedom and dignity regardless of their sexual orientation or identity.
His advocacy for the LGBTQ community and all marginalized groups helped him win a seat on San Francisco's Board of Supervisors in 1977, making him one of the first openly gay elected officials in the United States and the first in California. However, just a year into his term, Milk was tragically assassinated.
Despite his brief time in office, Milk's legacy is remarkable. He refused to compromise on his values or commitment to fighting for anti-discrimination laws and better community services such as day care centers for working mothers and affordable housing. As he famously declared before being elected, "I have tasted freedom. I will not give up that which I have tasted." His unwavering dedication to serving and representing all people without shame showed what could be achieved if we recognize each other's humanity.
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Governor Newsom emphasized Milk's enduring legacy as a reminder that progress cannot be reversed even amidst ongoing attacks on the LGBTQ community. He reaffirmed California's support for equality, freedom, and acceptance for all individuals.
In his proclamation, Governor Newsom stated: "NOW THEREFORE I, GAVIN NEWSOM, Governor of the State of California, do hereby proclaim May 22, 2025 as 'Harvey Milk Day.'" The proclamation was signed and sealed on May 21, 2025, with the Great Seal of the State of California affixed.
In recent news, Governor Newsom also announced appointments to various positions in his administration. Armen Meyer was appointed as Senior Deputy Commissioner for the Division of Consumer Financial Protection at the California Department of Financial Protection and... Matthew Read was appointed as Chief Counsel at the Governor's Office of Land Use and Climate Innovation. Additionally, Governor Newsom issued a statement addressing U.S. Senate Republicans' plans to undo California's clean cars and trucks program, urging them to choose between siding with China or America.
As California continues to honor Milk's legacy and fight for equality, his words continue to resonate: "Hope will never be silent."
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