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Board marks Zoot Suit Remembrance and proclaims June 2026 Pride Month
Summary
Supervisors observed the 83rd anniversary of the Zoot Suit Riots, heard community testimony and recognized cultural preservation work, and unanimously proclaimed June 2026 as Pride Month with a flag-raising and commitments to protect LGBTQ+ residents.
The Board began its June 9 meeting by recognizing the 83rd anniversary of the Zoot Suit Riots, with Supervisor Hilda Solis placing the events in historical context and stressing the county's responsibility to remember and to confront racism and exclusion. "Remembrance requires vigilance," Solis said, and she invited community organization Hello Stranger (Angela Romero) to speak about cultural preservation and recent work honoring the history of pachucos.
Later in the meeting, Supervisor Janice Hahn presented a proclamation declaring June 2026 Pride Month across Los Angeles County. She highlighted local Pride events and flag-raising at county facilities, and supervisors affirmed county support for LGBTQ+ residents and efforts to protect gender-affirming care. The Board approved the proclamation by unanimous vote and several community speakers thanked the Board for its leadership.
