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Houston Family's Pride Lights Vandalized Twice, Responds with Love and Support

KHOU 11July 5, 20252 min1,514 views
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Vandalism of Pride Lights

  • πŸ’‘ The Rigs family in Westbury, Houston, had their rainbow pride lights vandalized and cut twice by an unknown suspect.
  • πŸ’” The family expressed sadness that their display of love and acceptance was targeted, especially given the rise in anti-LGBTQ+ rhetoric.

Family's Response to Hate

  • πŸ’– Jordana Riggs stated her intention to teach her children to love everyone, emphasizing that rainbows are inherently joyful.
  • 🌟 Despite the negative act, the family chose to respond positively, aiming to show that love wins.
  • πŸ’° In response to the vandalism, Riggs is raising money for The Trevor Project, an organization supporting LGBTQ youth.

Community and Law Enforcement Response

  • πŸ” Houston police are investigating the incidents but require further information from the Rigs family.
  • 🀝 The Greater Houston LGBTQ Chamber of Commerce offers resources for victims of targeted incidents and highlights the availability of LGBTQ liaisons within local law enforcement.
  • πŸ’¬ The community is encouraged to focus on the many accepting and loving individuals, rather than letting a single hateful act overshadow the positive spirit.
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