American Voices for Freedom
Discrimination is wrong—period. That’s why across the country, Americans are speaking out in support of protecting hardworking gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender people from discrimination. Business leaders, people of faith and a bipartisan coalition of supporters are joining with LGBT people and their families in agreeing that it’s time for non-discrimination protections nationwide. Read their stories below.
Minneapolis Councilmember Reflects on History-Making Election for Transgender People and the Work Ahead
Phillipe Cunningham • Minneapolis, MNTransgender Activist in Michigan Works Toward Inclusion and Education For All
Brenden Watts • Flint, MISame-Sex Couple Tries to Rebuild Life in Tennessee After Facing Anti-Gay Employment Discrimination
A.J. Celento & Josh Corey • Nashville, TNAtlanta Area Transgender Advocate: “We All Have to Show Up”
Tracee McDaniel • Atlanta, GAHigh School Advisor: “I’ve Been Enriched in Ways I Never Imagined”
Moira McKinnon • New HampshireCoast Guard Veteran: Being Yourself Isn’t a Crime
John Fiorentine • Washington, DCAustin’s First Transgender Police Officer Shares How His Wife’s Support During His Transition Was Invaluable
Greg & Joan Abbink • Austin, TXA Story Collection