“Senator Dianne Feinstein stood as an unwavering beacon of hope and progress for our LGBTQ community. From her foundational years in San Francisco, where she personally discovered the tragic assassination of Harvey Milk and the devastating repercussions of hate-driven gun violence, to her pivotal role in the U.S. Senate, her advocacy was driven by deep compassion. Her profound legacy, stretching from early battles against HIV to landmark strides like the repeal of ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell,’ relentless advocacy for marriage equality, and her authorship and fervent support of the Equality Act. Today, as we mourn, we remember a formidable accomplice in our ceaseless journey toward full liberation for our community and country. May her memory be a blessing.”
Fernando Z. López, Executive Director, San Diego Pride
Fernando Lopez was the Executive Director of San Diego Pride. Lopez’s years of LGBT advocacy, nonprofit management, public education, diversity consulting, media relations, guest lectures, and organizing have made them a consistent presence ensuring the struggles of the LGBT community are ever visible.
