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Massachusetts trolls Texas & Florida by putting up Pride billboards in their states
Massachusetts is putting up billboards in Texas and Florida, two states that have recently passed draconian laws targeting LGBTQ+ civil rights and health care, to tout that they welcome community members.
The billboards say “Massachusetts For Us All” and show photos of LGBTQ+ people from the state.
Gov. Maura Healey (D) said in a statement, “At a time when other states are misguidedly restricting LGBTQIA+ rights, we are proud to send the message that Massachusetts is a safe, welcoming and inclusive place for all. To anyone considering where they want to live, raise a family, visit or build a business – we want you to join us here in Massachusetts.”
The billboards say “Massachusetts For Us All” and show photos of LGBTQ+ people from the state.
Gov. Maura Healey (D) said in a statement, “At a time when other states are misguidedly restricting LGBTQIA+ rights, we are proud to send the message that Massachusetts is a safe, welcoming and inclusive place for all. To anyone considering where they want to live, raise a family, visit or build a business – we want you to join us here in Massachusetts.”
https://www.lgbtqnation.com/2023/06/massachusetts-trolls-texas-florida-by-putting-up-pride-billboards-in-their-states/
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The LGBTQ organization HRC is welcoming people to the state of Florida with new billboards that draw attention to the state’s Don’t Say Gay law.
“Gov. Ron DeSantis welcomes you to Florida, the ‘Don’t say gay or trans’ State,” the billboards read. The “Don’t say gay or trans” part is written over “Sunshine,” since Florida’s official nickname is the Sunshine State.
“Gov. Ron DeSantis welcomes you to Florida, the ‘Don’t say gay or trans’ State,” the billboards read. The “Don’t say gay or trans” part is written over “Sunshine,” since Florida’s official nickname is the Sunshine State.
https://www.lgbtqnation.com/2022/04/ron-desantis-isnt-going-like-billboards-popping-floridas-tourism-hotspots/
Suck it, DeSantis, you cartoon rodent!
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