Because that group has been specifically targeted for discrimination over the years. The Y tries to make sure all groups of people are welcome. Hopefully, one day, people will not be judged and discriminated against for their sexual preference. Until that day comes, society needs to make the effort be more inclusive.
That's a good point, there should just be the slogan: all welcome",nothing to do with anything else ,not be so specific about who is more welcome than others,i personally was a bit irritated that they are closed for juneteenth, but yet open on Cesar Chavez day
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