To commemorate mothers day in the US, over 1,000 American mothers signed an open letter to congress to demand that lawmakers pass the Equality Act, ensuring full protections for all LGBTQ+ citizens.
The letter argued the act, which has already been passed by the House of Representatives, is a “critical step toward ensuring that America lives up to our foundational values of equality and freedom for all.” It continued: “As mothers, we are asking you to pass the Equality Act to level the playing field for everyone, guaranteeing that LGBTQ+ children are extended the same federal anti-discrimination protections that other Americans have enjoyed for decades…Moms do not back down when it comes to protecting our children,” as cited by Them.