Bernie Stood Up for Gay Rights in 1993

There is no place in this country for any form of discrimination against our LGBTQ+ family.
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We're going to win this election and transform the country, but we can't do it alone. The way we win is person-to-person contact, knocking on doors and making the case for people to get out to vote. Are you in?

[jeremygregorio]

Yep, Bernie's been Bernie since he was born. He's the only politician I trust 110%.

[asparagusnoodle]

Meanwhile, Obama, Hillary Clinton, and Elizabeth Warren were on the flip side of this issue until 10+ years later...

[jayfeather]

Damn, he's even underselling how long he's been on the right side of his issue by implying he only took this stand in 1993, this man was standing up for my rights as a gay man since the 80s when we were considered to be one notch above child predators in the eyes of most of society.

[annaguerra]

In 1983, two years after being elected mayor of Burlington, Bernie made June 25 Gay and Lesbian Pride day. Unlike other politicians who only speak up when they feel something is becoming socially acceptable, Bernie stood up for disenfranchised groups when it was deeply unpopular. Why? Because he actually cares about people.

[VanillaVictini]

I was only 1 year old when he made this fantastic speech defending gay people like me. I sincerely hope this man becomes the next president. Bernie 2020!

[apsaramitra]

A man always on the right side of history: standing up against discriminatory practices and against policies that make it impossible for certain Americans to attain the American dream.

[reeceball]

I’m transgender and Bernie is the ONLY candidate I would ever vote for.

[grayscar]

As a very gay American .... I ENDORSE Bernie Sanders over Pete B. He's been supporting gay rights before Pete even knew he was gay

[tylerhackner]

Always on the right side of history! Bernie 2020

[gabrielfrank-mcpheter]

Bernie’s consistency proves he’s not in politics for the power, but for the people.

[benigntumor]

I'm sometimes amazed that the oldest person in the presidential race has the most progressive, forward-thinking ideas. That is before I remember that guy is Bernie Sanders and he's had the same opinions for the last 40years! #NotMeUs

[MrGakn]

I'm Brazilian but my girlfriend is American. I met her parents and the whole family voted for Trump. I told her about Bernie and she admires his positions on many issues. She's voting for him this year!

[rf-bhfh]

Equal rights for everyone. Also is it fair for the richest in the land to have the loudest voice? Healthcare is a right not a economic burden for the poor.

[Lifestartsnow]

1993 ... I wasn't even born yet .
Bernie's been fighting the good fight for years .

[dryherbvoter]

If a person knows how to register & vote they should have opportunity & the right to serve their country. Bernie Sanders 2020 & 2024.

[Freeewaaay]

Buttegieg should step down just out of respect for this absolute mad lad, bernard sanders the true OG

[fabiovellozo]

Justice is to elect a man that has ALWAYS BEEN ON YOUR SIDE! Bernie Sanders 2020!

[julianjulez]

Pete Buttigieg is an embrassement to the GAY community! Aloha 🌺🌺🌺

[Xpistos]

Buttigieg has a lot of nerve thinking he holds a candle to this man. He looks like an entitled boy standing next to someone like Bernie.

[Momoeki]

God, If only there were more politicians like Bernie