HomeMy WebLinkAbout07-15-25 Public Comment - L. Davis - Please adopt the Pride flag as one of the City flags!From:Louise Davis
To:Bozeman Public Comment
Subject:[EXTERNAL]Please adopt the Pride flag as one of the City flags!
Date:Monday, July 14, 2025 9:54:30 PM
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Dear City Commissioners,
As a resident of West Bozeman and a person with family and friends in the LGBTQ+ communities, I am writing to
urge you to adopt the Pride flag as a City flag for these reasons:
1) Especially in these times, when some of our national leaders are working to exclude these (and other)
communities from the mainstream, the Pride flag can be a beacon of acceptance, safety and affirmation for many
who live here, which affirms the dignity of ALL Bozeman residents;
2) When we raise the Pride flag, we show our community that it is one of tolerance and inclusivity— one that
includes everyone and not just the majority. Having this flag doesn’t exclude anyone. Yay flags!
3) Finally, inclusive environments have been shown to reduce suicide rates, improve mental health and increase
civic participation for LGBTQ+ people. Why wouldn’t we want to support that?
Thank you very much for this opportunity to comment in support of the adoption of the Pride flag!
Louise
Louise Davis
louisedavis53@gmail.com
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