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Pat Parker Poet & Activist “After my first relationship with a woman, I knew where I was going.” Pat Parker was a Black lesbian feminist poet and activist. Her identity and life traumas, including poverty, assault, and the murder of her sister, fueled her writing and her quest

Mark Pocan Congressman “As we celebrate the considerable progress we’ve made toward full equality in our military, we cannot forget about those who continue to suffer because of the discriminatory policies of our past.” Mark Pocan is an openly gay U.S. representative for

Herb Ritts Acclaimed Photographer “You’re trying to get one moment with one frame that may eventually speak for your generation.” Herb Ritts was an acclaimed photographer and art director best known for his imaginative approach to predominantly black-and-white celebrity

Beth Robinson U.S. Court of Appeals Judge “… Robinson has been rightfully hailed as a tireless champion for equal rights and equal justice.” – Senator Patrick Leahy of Vermont Beth Robinson is a groundbreaking litigator, marriage equality champion, and former associate

Richard Schneider Editor & Publisher “There was a huge niche or vacuum in gay and lesbian letters which I hope we somewhat filled.” Richard G. Schneider Jr. is the founder, editor in chief, and publisher of The Gay & Lesbian Review Worldwide, a bimonthly print and web journal

Robt Martin Seda-Schreiber Social Justice Activist “We will never speak for anyone but with everyone.” Robt Martin Seda-Schreiber is an artist and the founder and chief activist of The Bayard Rustin Center for Social Justice in Princeton, New Jersey. He has dedicated his

Jackie Shane Transgender Singer “I guide my life. … No matter what anyone says, I’m going to be Jackie. That’s all I can be.” Jackie Shane was a pioneering American transgender R&B and soul singer who rose to fame in Toronto, Canada, during the 1960s. #equalityforum

Ari Shapiro NPR Host & Performer “… I believe in the importance of news. Democracy depends on accurate and truthful stories.” Ari Shapiro is an award-winning openly gay broadcaster and journalist, a singer, and a best-selling author. He is best known as a cohost of National

Sam Smith Singer & Songwriter “I didn’t become successful until I became myself.” Sam Smith (they/them) is a Grammy and Academy Award-winning English pop singer and songwriter, most celebrated in the U.S. for his 2015 hit “Stay With Me.” Smith came out as nonbinary and

William Dorsey Swann Pioneering Drag Queen William Dorsey Swann was a formerly enslaved person and the first known American to identify as a drag queen. He was also the first American on record to request a presidential pardon for drag-related offenses. (representative

Peter Tatchell Human Rights Activist “Don’t accept the world as it is. Dream of what the world could be—and then help make it happen.” Peter Tatchell is a lifelong human rights activist dedicated to the fight for equality, democracy, and the liberation of LGBTQ and other

Diana Taurasi WNBA Superstar “We will not lose another tournament game while I’m wearing this uniform.” Diana Taurasi is a 10-time WNBA All-Star, a four-time USA Basketball Female Athlete of the Year, and a six-time U.S. Olympic gold medalist. In 2021, as part of the 25th

Colton Underwood Athlete & TV Personality “I’m undeniably myself, and I think realizing that is the way to live life.” Colton Underwood is a former NFL player, a philanthropist, a best-selling author, and a television personality. Famous for his appearance on “The Bachelor,”

Luther Vandross Grammy-Winning Singer “Whenever I say goodbye it’s never for long because I believe in the power of love.” Luther Vandross was an eight-time Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter, and record producer, rated among the top R&B artists of all time. Known as

Joel Wachs Warhol Foundation President “… In those days, people were hiding, because the consequences of coming out would be so great.” Joel Wachs is a former longstanding member of the Los Angeles City Council and the president of The Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual

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Be a Part of History at the Supreme Court! Join Equality Forum and partner organizations for a historic commemoration of the 100th birthday of Frank Kameny, the founder of the LGBT civil right movement. On the steps of the U.S. Supreme Court, 100 volunteers will raise candles in