The event was marked by a large banner proclaiming, “Ain’t No Crime To Be Homeless,” a statement defiant against the bill that has sparked widespread concern for its approach to criminalizing homelessness.
Our photo article will take you through the day, showcasing the faces and emotions of those who rallied, cooked out, and stood in unity. Through these images, witness Lexington’s call for empathy and change, a poignant reminder that the impact of legislation like HB 5 is felt on the streets where real lives are lived every day.
A banner proclaimed “AIN’T NO CRIME TO BE HOMELESS” at the Catholic Action Center on Monday, as advocates gathered for a rally and cookout. (The Lexington Times)Councilmember Tayna Fogle speaks at the Catholic Action Center on Monday, as advocates gathered for a rally and cookout. (The Lexington Times)LFUCG Commissioner of Housing and Advocacy Charlie Lanter speaks at the Catholic Action Center on Monday, as advocates gathered for a rally and cookout. (The Lexington Times)Rev. Dr. C.B. Akins speaks at the Catholic Action Center on Monday, as advocates gathered for a rally and cookout. (The Lexington Times)Councilmember Kathy Plomin speaks at the Catholic Action Center on Monday, as advocates gathered for a rally and cookout. Plomin said she helped start Street Voice Council. (The Lexington Times)T.C. Johnson, Director of the FCPS McKinney-Vento Program speaks at the Catholic Action Center on Monday, as advocates gathered for a rally and cookout. (The Lexington Times)Bishop John Stowe speaks at the Catholic Action Center on Monday, as advocates gathered for a rally and cookout. (The Lexington Times)Fr. Norman Fischer speaks at the Catholic Action Center on Monday, as advocates gathered for a rally and cookout. (The Lexington Times)Greg Searight speaks at the Catholic Action Center on Monday, as advocates gathered for a rally and cookout. (The Lexington Times)Councilmembers Shayla Lynch, Tayna Fogle, and Kathy Plomin embrace at the Catholic Action Center on Monday, as advocates gathered for a rally and cookout. (The Lexington Times)Councilmember Shayla Lynch speaks at the Catholic Action Center on Monday, as advocates gathered for a rally and cookout. (The Lexington Times)Rep. George Brown speaks at the Catholic Action Center on Monday, as advocates gathered for a rally and cookout. (The Lexington Times)
