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Declined by Dan arndt 2 months ago. Last edited by Coffee&2Ideas 2 months ago. Reviewer: Inform author.

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Submission declined on 24 March 2024 by MicrobiologyMarcus (talk).

Thank you for your submission, but the subject of this article already exists in Wikipedia. You can find it and improve it at West Hollywood, California instead.

Declined by MicrobiologyMarcus 2 months ago.

Comment: Fails WP:GNG - Wikipedia itself is not an acceptable or reliable source. Dan arndt (talk) 09:14, 25 March 2024 (UTC)

West Hollywood & The LGBTQ Politics[edit]

The City of West Hollywood has had a significant impact on LGBTQ^[1] politics both locally and nationally.

West Hollywood^[2] was one of the first cities in the United States to have a majority-gay city council, which it achieved in 1984. This early representation signaled a commitment to LGBTQ rights^[3] and set a precedent for other cities to follow.

The City has implemented various progressive policies aimed at supporting LGBTQ rights. It was one of the handful of cities that initially supported No on Prop 8. These include anti-discrimination ordinances, domestic partnership registries, and support for LGBTQ businesses and organizations.

West Hollywood^[4] serves as a hub for LGBTQ advocacy and activism. Many important LGBTQ organizations, such as the Los Angeles LGBT Center are headquartered or have a significant presence in the city. These organizations work on issues ranging from healthcare and housing to legal rights and community support.

Due to its prominence in LGBTQ politics and culture, West Hollywood has wielded influence beyond its borders. Politicians and activists from the city often play key roles in national LGBTQ advocacy efforts, shaping policies and legislation at the state and federal levels.

The City of West Hollywood has had a profound impact on LGBTQ politics by championing progressive policies, providing a platform for advocacy and activism, and serving as a beacon of LGBTQ culture and identity.

Many individuals have played significant roles in shaping West Hollywood's political landscape, advocating for progressive policies, and representing the diverse interests of the city's residents. Stay tuned for more updates on West Hollywood politics and the leaders who have served and others who continue to serve the community.

^ "LGBTQ: What does the acronym mean, and how did it come about?". spectrumlocalnews.com. Retrieved 2024-03-27.
^ "The first City in the nation to have a majority openly gay governing body".{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
^ "Know Your Rights | LGBTQ Rights | ACLU". American Civil Liberties Union. Retrieved 2024-03-27.
^ "West Hollywood: An LGBT history". LAist. Retrieved 2024-03-27.

[1] "LGBTQ: What does the acronym mean, and how did it come about?". spectrumlocalnews.com. Retrieved 2024-03-27.

[2] "The first City in the nation to have a majority openly gay governing body".{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)

[3] "Know Your Rights | LGBTQ Rights | ACLU". American Civil Liberties Union. Retrieved 2024-03-27.

[4] "West Hollywood: An LGBT history". LAist. Retrieved 2024-03-27.

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