South Carolina's Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) community and its allied organizations hosted a special candlelight vigil honoring LGBT young people who fell victim to anti-gay harassment, bullying, depression and suicide.
Speakers: Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin, Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott, SC Rep. Joe Neal, City Councilperson Dr. Belinda Gergel,The Rev, Dr. Thomas Summers, Tony Snell, Harriet Hancock Dr. Ed Madden, Dr. Todd Shaw, Christine Johnson, Stacy Smallwood, Elke Kennedy, Justin Wise, The Rev. Candace Chellew-Hodge.
Performers: Mandy Applegate and Steven Thompson.
Songs Included: "You Are on Our Side" by Bethany Dillon
"Blessing" by Scott Alan, performed by Steven Thompson
"It Gets Better" by Jay Kuo & Blair Shepard, performed by several Broadway stars
I have watched this several times. What a great job. VERY moving. Thanks so much!
Jochasc65 1 year ago
This is great!
jam1ecarr 1 year ago