SAINT PAUL, Minn. - Today, in honor of the steadfast leadership of Representative Leigh Finke (DFL-Saint Paul), Children’s Minnesota awarded her this year’s Health Hero Award. This award is given annually to legislators who are champions for kids’ health.
Rep. Finke released the following statement:
“I am extremely honored to be presented the Health Hero Award from Children’s Minnesota. At a time when young children are exploring who they are, and where they fit in society, we need to advocate and fight for their right to discover those identities with dignity and compassion. It is my commitment to our LGBTQIA2S+ and gender-expansive children and youth that I will work with dedicated lawmakers and allies to create a better future for all of us. We will continue to persevere past the hate and perpetuation of violence to fight for our equal right to love our partners openly, live authentically, and be unapologetic about who we are. It is not enough to just exist, we deserve to live, love, and experience the joys of resistance and life.”
Photo Cutline: Rep. Finke giving her award speech