CLEVELAND — President Barack
Obama has helped kick off the international Gay Games in Cleveland
with a surprise video message shown at the opening ceremonies.
Obama welcomed athletes, coaches, families and spectators from
around the world to Ohio and the United States as the event began
Saturday night.
The president said the United States has come a long way in its
commitment to equal rights for LGBT people. He also noted that some athletes
come from places where publicly acknowledging their sexual orientation can put
them at risk.
He affirmed the United States’ commitment to standing “with you and
for your human rights.”
Performers Lance Bass and the Pointer Sisters also helped
kick off the weeklong games. About 8,000 people are registered to participate.
Watch Obama’s message:
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