California: Governor Newsom proclaims LGBTQ Pride Month
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~ Sacramento, California - In a proclamation issued today, Governor Gavin Newsom declared June 2025 as "LGBTQ+ Pride Month" in California. The proclamation comes as a show of support and celebration for the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) community.

The text of the proclamation highlights the ongoing fight for equality and recognition faced by the LGBTQ community. It acknowledges the progress made in recent years but also recognizes that there is still much work to be done.

Governor Newsom stated that "the LGBTQ community has fought tirelessly for their very right to exist and to be treated with the respect and equality that everyone deserves." He also noted that despite this fight, members of the LGBTQ community continue to face discrimination and violence around the world.

The proclamation also addresses recent efforts to roll back rights and erase the legacy of LGBTQ achievements. It mentions around 600 anti-LGBTQ bills introduced in the 2025 legislative session across the United States and points out that more than 1 in 5 hate crimes are motivated by anti-LGBTQ bias.

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Governor Newsom emphasized that this kind of hate and intolerance is not new, citing past struggles such as the Briggs Initiative, AIDS crisis, and fight for marriage equality. However, he also acknowledged that there has been significant progress due to the unrelenting work of the community itself.

The proclamation ends with a call to continue fighting for equal rights for all members of the LGBTQ community. Governor Newsom stated that "during Pride Month, we rededicate ourselves to this continued fight" and reaffirmed California's commitment to standing with LGBTQ people throughout the state and country.

The rainbow flag was raised over the State Capitol as a symbol of solidarity with LGBTQ individuals. The governor urged everyone to come together as allies in this ongoing battle for equal rights.

This proclamation comes at a time when California is facing other challenges such as recovering from the Franklin Fire and addressing federal cuts to public lands. Governor Newsom and his administration have been vocal in their support for protecting the environment and preserving public lands.

As the fight for LGBTQ rights continues, Governor Newsom's proclamation serves as a reminder of California's commitment to creating a better and safer future for all. With this declaration, the state stands in solidarity with the LGBTQ community and sends a message of hope and progress.

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