Philadelphia now one of the most LGBT-inclusive cities in the world
“My goal is for Philadelphia to be one of, if not the most, LGBT-friendly cities in the world and a leader on equality issues.”
— Philadelphia Mayor Michael Nutter, speaking to NBC affiliate WCAU, after signing new legislation that will make his city one of the most LGBT-friendly in the world. The bill mandates all new or renovated buildings to include gender-neutral bathrooms, offers tax incentives to LGBT-inclusive companies, amends the nondiscrimination ordinance to include gender identity and offers relationship recognition rights for same-sex couples. (NBC Philadelphia)
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