“Gay Cuban activists and their allies presented a list of demands to lawmakers Thursday in advance of this weekend’s Pride celebration.”

Except for gay conservative groups, advocates see the decision as a victory for the president and LGBT Americans who disproportionately face barriers to accessing health care.

“Carl Siciliano, the executive director of the Ali Forney Center for homeless and runaway LGBT youths, will be honored at the White House next month as a “champion of change.” “