Trans Day of Visibility in Walla Walla

WALLA WALLA -A crowd of about 150 folks gathered at Pioneer Park on Friday, March 30, to commemorate Transgender Day of Visibility. The March for Queer and Trans Youth Autonomy and Walla Walla Pride organized the parade from the park to Land Title Square in the downtown center. The march was orderly along the route, with many drivers honking and waving in support.

"The passion of the young people who participated in this march was a wonderful, inspiring sight for this old cynical observer. I often wonder about the future of our country. I hope we as a nation can listen to their voices, asking for freedom and equality. Human beings asking that you allow them to pursue happiness and freedom with the same rights as anyone else. That's not too much to ask," said Dayton resident Regina Weldert.