Rep. Robert Garcia: 40 years of Pride and progress

By Rep. Robert Garcia, Guest columnist

As the both the former mayor of Long Beach and the first openly LGBTQ immigrant to serve in Congress, I’m excited and proud to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Long Beach Pride this week.

Our city is home to a vibrant, diverse community, and it means so much to me that every year, this continues to be one of the largest events in Long Beach and brings our entire community together.

Long Beach Pride is one of the best things about our city, and I know that for me and so many others, being able to see people like us — out and proud — has had a profound impact on our lives. It’s a historic celebration that highlights the strength and diversity of our community, how far we’ve come, and how important it is we continue fighting for equal rights and dignity.

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