Secretary of State Hillary Clinton released a video Tuesday in support of the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community as part of LGBT Pride Month.
“I am honored to join you to celebrate the fundamental freedoms that all human beings deserve –- no matter who they are or whom they love,” she says. “This month, and every month, we proudly reaffirm our commitment to making sure that all human beings are born free and equal in dignity and rights.”
The video follows on the heels of President Obama’s announcement last month in support of same-sex marriage after officially blessing the month of June as “Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Pride Month.”
Clinton acknowledges the fight for LGBT equality is far from over.
“We will not rest until full and equal rights are a reality for everyone,” she says. “History proves that the march toward equality and justice will overcome barriers of intolerance and discrimination. But it requires a concerted effort from all of us. No matter how long the road ahead, I’m confident that we will travel it successfully together.”
The Secretary of State added, “Wherever you are celebrating this month, I wish you a happy Pride.”
