Massachusetts trolls Texas & Florida by putting up Pride billboards in their states

[icymist]

Massachusetts is putting up billboards in Texas and Florida, two states that have recently passed draconian laws targeting LGBTQ+ civil rights and health care, to tout that they welcome community members.

The billboards say “Massachusetts For Us All” and show photos of LGBTQ+ people from the state.

Gov. Maura Healey (D) said in a statement, “At a time when other states are misguidedly restricting LGBTQIA+ rights, we are proud to send the message that Massachusetts is a safe, welcoming and inclusive place for all. To anyone considering where they want to live, raise a family, visit or build a business – we want you to join us here in Massachusetts.”

https://www.lgbtqnation.com/2023/06/massachusetts-trolls-texas-florida-by-putting-up-pride-billboards-in-their-states/

[icymist]

1. Ron DeSantis isn't going to like these billboards popping up all over Florida's tourism hotspots

The LGBTQ organization HRC is welcoming people to the state of Florida with new billboards that draw attention to the state’s Don’t Say Gay law.

“Gov. Ron DeSantis welcomes you to Florida, the ‘Don’t say gay or trans’ State,” the billboards read. The “Don’t say gay or trans” part is written over “Sunshine,” since Florida’s official nickname is the Sunshine State.

https://www.lgbtqnation.com/2022/04/ron-desantis-isnt-going-like-billboards-popping-floridas-tourism-hotspots/

[bronxiteforever]

2. K&R. Life , Liberty and the pursuit of happiness!

[sheshe2]

3. MA, Loud and Proud.

I am thrilled to have Maura Healey as our Governor!

[barbtries]

4. might want to put up a few here in NC

as the republican super majority is doing all they can to bulldoze equal rights for every marginalized community you can think up, including transgender children and women.

we're going backward people. it's fucking terrifying and heartbroken - it does NOT have to be this way!

i hate republicans

[Timeflyer]

5. Hope they put one up near New College of FL--it's right near the Sarasota airport.

[Think. Again.]

6. Wow, I would be so proud...

...to be one of the couples on those billboards!

[ShazzieB]

7. Those are awesome!

Suck it, DeSantis, you cartoon rodent!