Will the Stonewall Inn Be Named a National Landmark? (Video)

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Will the Stonewall Inn Be Named a National Landmark?
Just days away from the one year anniversary of marriage equality, supporters want the birthplace of LGBT pride to be recognized for its place in history.
 Dawn Ennis
          
          Jun 02, 2016
          
        
Dawn Ennis
The Advocate's news editor Dawn Ennis successfully transitioned from broadcast journalism to online media following another transition that made headlines; in 2013, she became the first trans staffer in any major TV network newsroom. As the first out transgender editor at The Advocate, the native New Yorker continues her 30-year media career, in which she has earned more than a dozen awards, including two Emmys. With the blessing of her three children, Dawn retains the most important job title she's ever held: Dad.
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Will the Stonewall Inn Be Named a National Landmark?

Just days away from the one year anniversary of marriage equality, supporters want the birthplace of LGBT pride to be recognized for its place in history.

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