And we have a very special guest with us today to discuss not just this important premise, but also to give a state of play of equality around the world. Our guest today has an impressive and unique resume. President Obama was such a strong supporter of equality for the LGBTQ community that he created a unique position within the US Government, a special envoy to advance the human rights of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and intersex persons. That position, so unique that only a handful existed around the world, led US Foreign policy to protect the queer community from violence and discrimination globally. (02:38–02:54)
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