09/03/2026
Happy Anniversary to Michael McConnell and Jack Baker 🧡
Long before marriage equality became the law of the land, Michael McConnell and Jack Baker challenged the system, insisting that LGBTQ+ couples deserved the same rights and recognition as everyone else. They successfully obtained a marriage license in 1971, but their marriage wasn't officially recognized by the state of Minnesota until 2018. Their courage helped inspire generations of advocates who continued the fight.
🧡 Their marriage matters because every step toward equality begins with someone willing to take the first one.
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