David Mixner, a prominent LGBTQ+ activist and political strategist known for his extensive work in advocating for LGBTQ+ rights, has passed away at the age of 77 on Monday. Throughout his life, Mixner's activism spanned various pivotal moments in the fight for equality, including efforts to lift the ban on gays in the military and advocating for marriage equality. His influence extended into politics, where he served as an advisor to Bill Clinton's campaign and was recognized for his strategic contributions to the movement for LGBTQ+ equality. Mixner, a Hell's Kitchen stalwart, also served as co-chair of the 2009 re-election campaign for LGBTQ+ outreach. His legacy is celebrated by figures across the political spectrum, from former President Bill Clinton, who acknowledged Mixner's over 50 years of commitment to social justice, to New York City's mayor, who highlighted Mixner's role in significant historical movements such as marching with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and opposing the Vietnam War. Tributes from various individuals, including those in political and media circles, emphasize Mixner's role as a mentor and a trailblazer in the LGBTQ+ rights movement, underscoring the impact of his lifelong dedication to fighting for a more inclusive and fair society.
In the more than 50 years since I met David Mixner, I’ve known few people more committed to social justice and so true to their principles. America is a better, fairer, more inclusive place because of his long fight for LGBTQ+ rights and so much more. His legacy endures in the…
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From today's NYT obituary of David Mixner, a close associate of Bill Clinton and early gay rights advocate. It describes how Ronald Reagan single-handedly killed a bill, on its way to passage, to ban gay teachers, on the ground it'd lead to state interference in personal lives: https://t.co/dGTZQB0q89
David Mixner, who fought forcefully for gay rights, has died. https://t.co/fAXd4oY9wE
David Mixner was a trailblazer in the fight for LGBTQ+ rights and deeply dedicated to mentoring the next generation of LGBTQ+ leaders fighting to create a better world. Those of us doing this work today, myself included, owe him a debt of gratitude. https://t.co/QtCzbtGeuW
A Hell's Kitchen stalwart, David Mixner lived a life. He marched with Dr. King, fought against the Vietnam war and was a giant in the LGBTQ+ Rights movement. He never gave up in the fight against ignorance and bigotry or for peace and justice. He will be truly missed.…
David Mixner, LGBTQ+ activist and Bill Clinton campaign advisor, dies at 77 https://t.co/zN8i7KvTui
David Mixner, the activist and political strategist who lobbied and protested political figures in the movement for LGBTQ equality, died on Monday. He was 77 https://t.co/fgXPhxot36
I was saddened to hear of the passing of @DavidMixner, a tireless champion of human rights throughout his life. I was honored to have him join our 2009 re-election campaign as co-chair of our LGBTQ+ outreach, and to stand with him in the fight for marriage equality. He leaves an…
I’m saddened by the loss of David Mixner, whose advocacy for LGBTQ+ equality was brave and influential. Like so many LGBTQ+ leaders of his generation, theirs are the shoulders of giants upon which others of us who follow stand. Rest in peace, David. https://t.co/IQTEZZNzFk
I met David Mixner when I worked in the White House, and we tried to convince Bill Clinton to lift the ban on gays in the military. Years later, when I worked for CNBC, Larry Kudlow told me that David Mixner had recommended me. May he rest in peace. 🙏🏽 https://t.co/Ka4g34Yn36
Veteran LGBTQ+ activist David Mixner is dead at 77 https://t.co/4S8XqJAi0y