Vote Barbara Danforth Cleveland Heights Mayor

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Candidate Forum for Cleveland Heights Mayor - Tuesday October 12, 2021 at 7pm Candidate Forum for Cleveland Heights Mayor:Barbara DanforthKahlil Seren

MY POSITION ON LGBTQIA+ RIGHTS, AND HOW I CAME TO IT

I support full and equal rights for all LGBTQIA+ people, including equal access to restrooms for transgender and non-conforming people.

When I was interviewed by the Cleveland Stonewall Democrats, I expressed my uncertainty about reconciling transgender bathroom choice with those holding different views.
I took the advice offered that I talk with another community leader who had to address his own conflict on the issue. I met with that person for an in-depth conversation which resulted in the position I have expressed here.

As a Black woman I have dealt with the battle for equality and equal rights my entire life. It is core to my beliefs. At the interview, I acknowledged that I needed more information to form a position.

To those upset that I did not respond as they had hoped or that I did not examine the issue in a timelier way, I apologize. I certainly understand your disappointment and anger. I felt it was important to be honest with you. I will always be honest with you, and I will always listen. And as I have here to take into account additional information in formulating my positions.

Together we can build a brighter future for Cleveland Heights.

Barbara's Priorities | Barbara Danforth We need more businesses to share the tax load with homeowners who want our schools to remain strong and properties to remain affordable.