Framingham Honors LGBTQ In National Coming Out Day

FRAMINGHAM, MA—Every year on National Coming Out Day, Framingham joins the country to celebrate coming out as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer (LGBTQ) or as an ally.

"Today we mark the 30th anniversary of National Coming Out Day!" the city announced. "Thirty years ago, on the anniversary of the National March on Washington for Lesbian and Gay Rights, we first observed National Coming Out Day as a reminder that one of our most basic tools is the power of coming out. One out of every two Americans has someone close to them who is gay or lesbian. For transgender people, that number is only one in 10."

Coming out "still matters," said the city in a statement. "When people know someone who is LGBTQ, they are far more likely to support equality under the law. Beyond that, our stories can be powerful to each other."

In honor of National Coming Out Day, the City of Framingham honors all who have come out as LGBTQ or as a straight ally for equality – "that takes bravery, and we commend you every person who speaks up changes more hearts and minds and creates new advocates for equality."

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