'28 photos of children at Pride parades dispenses stereotypes, shows what's important' & other Wed. midday news briefs

The Huffington Post gives us 28 reasons why Pride is important

28 Photos Of Kids At Pride Parades Who Know That Love Is Love - Twenty-eight reasons to enjoy Pride. Twenty-eight reasons to not to believe the stereotypes about Pride because not all Pride celebrations are the same. Twenty-eight reasons to remind yourself that LGBTQ lives and futures belong to the community. Not to others to decide who we are and what those futures will be.

America’s Hidden H.I.V. Epidemic - "Why do America’s black gay and bisexual men have a higher H.I.V. rate than any country in the world?" Probably because we are being missed and are isolated from the community at large. This is one of the reasons things like Black Pride events are SO important.

 LGBTQ Organizations, Gay Rights Veterans and a Gay Dad are Leading the Fight for Gun Control - Our community are comprised of leaders in all issues.

Gov. Brown signs landmark transgender equality bill - This happened last week in Oregon. I apologize for missing it.