April 3rd 2024.
During the White House press briefing on Monday, April 1, Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre took the opportunity to address President Joe Biden's proclamation of Transgender Day of Visibility (TDOV). Jean-Pierre clarified that TDOV, which usually falls on March 31, coincidentally landed on Easter Sunday this year. She also made sure to point out that the date of Easter Sunday changes every year.
In response to some conservatives' criticism of the timing of TDOV, Jean-Pierre expressed her surprise at the misinformation that has been circulating. She explained that TDOV has always been observed on March 31, and this year happened to coincide with Easter. She emphasized that this is simply a fact and should not be used to stir up controversy.
As a Christian who celebrates Easter with her family, President Biden stands for bringing people together and upholding the dignity and freedoms of every American. Jean-Pierre referenced a tweet from Fox, which celebrated TDOV and showed appreciation for the network's alignment with President Biden's recognition of the day.
TDOV is a day dedicated to celebrating transgender people and raising awareness of the discrimination they face. Jean-Pierre made sure to acknowledge and stand with transgender men, women, and non-binary individuals. She also firmly stated that President Biden would never use his faith for political gain or profit. She emphasized that this administration is about unity and not division.
Democratic Sen. Raphael Warnock also weighed in on the controversy, criticizing Republican Speaker Mike Johnson for trying to divide the country over this issue. As a Baptist pastor, Warnock understands the importance of dedicating a day to amplify the transgender community and the varying dates of Easter each year.
In an interview on CNN's "State of the Union" on Sunday, Warnock reacted to Johnson's tweet, in which he claimed that celebrating TDOV on Easter Sunday goes against the central tenet of Easter - the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Warnock pointed out that Johnson's words show his disdain for the transgender community.
International Transgender Day of Visibility was first introduced in 2009. It is a day to celebrate and recognize the contributions of transgender individuals to society. It is also a day to raise awareness of the discrimination they face. Let us all come together and stand with the transgender community on this important day.
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