video: NEW: Congressman Cicilline Releases “It Gets Better” Video
Wednesday, November 09, 2011
U.S. Congressman David Cicilline (D-RI) was featured Thursday, along with other Members of Congress, in an anti-bullying video as a part of the “It Gets Better” series of public service announcements. The video is part of a larger effort to reach out to LGBT youth facing harassment, bullying, and rejection because of who they are.
“Every young person, regardless of their sexual orientation, must feel safe and respected as equals,” said Congressman Cicilline. “I am proud to join my colleagues to encourage hope to the LGBT community, particularly youth, so they know it does, in fact, get better.”
The video also features Representatives Barney Frank (D-MA), Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), and Jared Polis (D-CO).
GET THE LATEST BREAKING NEWS HERE -- SIGN UP FOR GOLOCAL FREE DAILY EBLASTCicilline has been active on anti-bullying issues in Congress, cosponsoring legislation such as:
• HR 83, the Bullying Prevention and Intervention Act of 2011,
• HR 1648, the Safe Schools Improvement Act, and
• HR 998, the Student Non-Discrimination Act of 2011.