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Long Island Trans Rights Rally Decries Anti-Legislation, Funding Cuts

6/1/2026

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Dozens of Long Islanders gathered at the Nassau County legislative building in Mineola on Saturday to affirm transgender rights and celebrate pride.
Speakers warned that anti-trans legislation and rhetoric increase the risk of violence toward transgender people.
Activists highlighted recent funding cuts for gender-affirming care as a pressing issue.
Juli Grey-Owens, executive director of Gender Equality New York, said the rally demonstrates collective power while refusing to be silenced.

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Dozens of Long Islanders gathered at the Nassau County legislative building in Mineola on Saturday to affirm transgender rights and celebrate pride.
Speakers warned that anti-trans legislation and rhetoric increase the risk of violence toward transgender people.
Activists highlighted recent funding cuts for gender-affirming care as a pressing issue.
Juli Grey-Owens, executive director of Gender Equality New York, said the rally demonstrates collective power while refusing to be silenced.