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🌈 Be proud today and every day, John! It’s officially Pride Month — a time of celebration, festivity, and reflection for the LGBTQ+ community. 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️ This month, I’m reflecting on the advocates of the LGBTQ+ movement who are paving the way for Americans to live freely and authentically. Trailblazers from Pennsylvania like U.S. assistant health secretary Dr. Rachael Levine, the highest-ranking openly trans official in the federal government, and Rep. Malcolm Kenyatta, the first openly gay Black representative in the PA House, broke barriers in LGBTQ+ representation in government. As we celebrate how far we've come, let's also remember that we have a long way to go. In Pennsylvania, it is still legal to discriminate based on sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression. In 2022, that’s unacceptable. LGBTQ+ Pennsylvanians deserve equal rights and equal opportunities. That’s why we must pass The Equality Act — legislation that secures federal nondiscrimination protections in housing, employment, education, and much more. Across the country, Republican-led state legislatures are ramping up their attacks by passing laws targeting queer children and trans youth. I am committed to standing alongside the LGBTQ+ community in their fight for justice and freedom. Together, we will work to build a more inclusive, fairer future for all. 🏳️⚧️🏳️🌈 I hope you have a happy Pride month, — Ashley
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