Massachusetts City Council vote On Tuesday, it not only became a “sanctuary city” for trans people, but also “gender-diverse.”
The Worcester City Council voted 2-2 votes in favor of 9-2 at the request of Worcester and our allies, Ally Chislo.
“I need to protect the city because no one else will do that. The federal government won't do that, so we need the city to protect me.”
There were three hours of public comments before the council voted.
“I need to protect me because no one else will do that. I need cities to protect me because the federal government won't. If you think you're afraid of Trump, then you're just You should see if you're afraid of playing cards, the purple hair speaker said, According to WHDH-TV.
“If you say you're afraid of Trump, and that's why you don't want the city to be a safe space for trans people – you'll make this a very unsafe space It's better to prepare! “The speaker continued. Posted video On social media.
“We are very proud. We are proud to be a city that prioritizes citizens over prejudice and hatred. It is worth the risk,” another speaker said. .
“Could you look at me and tell me how many of my friends need to die before you do anything?” cried out another speaker. “Look at me! f*** ing pathetic!”
The solution lists many statements Claim Transgender people are victimized in society, including the oppression that they face after President Donald Trump's executive order, says that only two genders exist.
The resolution dedicated the city to protecting health professionals who provide “gender-affirming healthcare” from criminal penalties and other sanctions to Worcester people.
“The City Council of Worcester reiterates its commitment to transgender rights and equal protection for members of the transgender community here, declaring it a sanctuary city and a place of safety for transgender and gender diverse people. “The motion read.
Worcester announced in January that an openly transgender member would suspend from duties to protect members' mental health after being “mistaked” by other council members. I made a headline.
“I really, really want to feel safe enough to show up on the council floor, but I don't,” Councilman Tu Nguyen said. “I was faced with transphobia in a hassle.”
The city's records also include queer residents of Worcester and our allies. request At a council meeting, experts in “LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC experts will be hired to investigate the claims of transphobia in the city council.
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