Downey has reversed its policy on flying the Pride flag, which critics view as a step backward for the city. Rep. Robert Garcia and Rep. Linda Sanchez have issued statements in support of LGBTQI+ residents in response to Downey's decision to ban the Pride flag.
City of Downey CA Will No Longer Fly The Pride Flag. Good! https://t.co/KJBe8fH0Zx
To all the LGBTQI+ residents of Downey – and throughout my district – know you are seen, valued and loved. Read my full statement on Downey’s decision to ban the Pride flag : https://t.co/QTU8ht7Xf1 https://t.co/fc8k52fuOU
Statement on City of Downey’s new Flag Policy: https://t.co/1FK8DQIxL7
Downey reverses policy on flying Pride flag. Critics call it 'a step backwards for our city' https://t.co/aO2QrPxKdO
Downey becomes the 2nd city in SoCal to ban the Pride flag in lieu of a “neutral flag policy." The city's openly gay mayor, Mario Trujillo, called the move "a direct attack on the Pride flag." Only federal, state, city & POW/MIA flags will be flown on city flag poles. https://t.co/XrcjJQSWOQ