Pullman vigil Know that youre not alone

A vigil in Pullman honored Transgender Day of Remembrance, recognizing around 60 transgender individuals who died in the past year. Participants lit candles and shared reflections, with organizer Cece Cook noting the importance of making visible the violence faced by the transgender community. Attendee Yareli expressed a desire for a future free from fear, while Giovanni Karlinsey emphasized the solidarity found in such gatherings. The vigil's significance is heightened by the ACLU's report of 152 anti-LGBTQ+ bills proposed in the U. S.

during the 2025 legislative session. Cook voiced concern over campaigns labeling transgender individuals as threats, linking these to rising violence. Stedman from Inland Oasis stressed that transgender individuals are loved and welcomed. Many attendees hoped for a future without names to mourn on Trans Day of Remembrance. The event underscores the ongoing struggles and aspirations of the transgender community amid increasing legislative challenges.