Atlanta Mayor Reed Endorses Marriage Equality
"So proud of our Mayor. It may have taken some time, but in the end, his reaching the right conclusion is what we celebrate today." - District 6 Atlanta City Councilman Alex Wan
The week after the Atlanta City Council approved District 6 Councilman Alex Wan’s resolution to support marriage equality, Mayor Kasim Reed Tuesday signed it in announcing his support for gay marriage. The resolution supports the city’s lesbian, gay, transgender and bisexual community by endorsing marriage equality for same-sex couples. Previously, the mayor had said he was “wrestling” with his personal beliefs on the issue, while saying he was an advocate for equal rights for gays and lesbians. “Today marks an important day as I announce my support for marriage equality,” said Reed in a city release. “It is well known that I have gone through a good bit of reflection on this issue, but listening to the stories of so many people that I …
Foodism Forever
5:15 pm on Thursday, December 13, 2012
I think I did miss your original point - I'm sorry for that. We agree that Mayor Reed has an ego. I felt defensive because of my respect and admiration for him - like he needs me to come to his rescue, which is a total joke. Thanks for the conversation. more ›