HomeMy WebLinkAbout07-07-25 Public Comment - S. Bennett - Pride Flag AdoptionFrom:Shawn Tamon Bennett
To:Bozeman Public Comment
Subject:[EXTERNAL]Pride Flag Adoption
Date:Sunday, July 6, 2025 8:35:31 AM
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As a resident of Gallatin County, I’m proud of our community of respect, inclusion and equity.
Which is why it surprised me to learn of the City of Bozeman’s apprehension on adopting thePride flag to signal to the Governor that he can’t erase the LGBTQ+ community no matter
how hard he tries.
The leadership in Missoula and even Butte have shown more respect and support than I wouldhave expected. Yet, Bozeman drags its feet on making the same decision to support its
citizens.
Do you think you’ll win favors from the Governor? Since he’s been elected, he’s shownnothing but disdain for anyone who he feels is beneath him. He’s shown great disrespect to the
LGBTQ+ people countless times. He’s shown help found the Montana Family Foundationwith his deep pockets as well. All the while, he has a gay son who finally left the state to
distance himself from his father.
It’s time for Bozeman City leaders to stand up to the bullies on the right. It’s time to make astatement that no matter how hard you work, you will not erase or force members of our
community back into the closet.
Regards,Shawn C Bennett