3 chapters across the catalog
June Presidential Proclamations, LGBT Pride Month
President Barack Obama issued several proclamations for the month of June 2015. These include National Caribbean-American Heritage Month, African American Music Appreciation Month, National Oceans Month, National Great Outdoors Month, and National LGBT Pride Month. The hosts prepare to discuss the implications of these designations.
June Presidential Proclamations and LGBT Pride Month
The month of June is noted for several presidential proclamations, including National Caribbean American Heritage Month, National Oceans Month, and National Great Outdoors Month. Specific focus is given to National Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Pride Month. The conversation touches on the evolving acronyms used for the community and the inclusion of various identities.
June Proclamations, LGBT Pride and Caribbean American Heritage Month
President Barack Obama issued multiple proclamations designating June 2010 as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Pride Month, Caribbean American Heritage Month, and African-American Music Appreciation Month. The hosts question the logistical feasibility of assigning four distinct themes to a single month. There is specific commentary on the timing of Caribbean American Heritage Month in relation to ongoing issues in Haiti and Jamaica.
