Out of the Closet, into the Mayor’s Office. Todd Gloria’s Coming Out Journey Gives Hope to Others

Jun 14, 2023 | Like many gay children, Todd Gloria tried to be “the best little boy in the world” to avoid any unwanted attention. Despite his good manners and excellent grades, he was bullied in high school for being gay and was even threatened with violence. Once he found stability as a young adult, he mustered up the courage to come out to his parents, who eventually became his strongest allies. Todd’s courage and devotion to public service eventually led him to become the first openly gay mayor of San Diego, acting as both a leader in the community and a beacon of hope for LGBTQIA+ youth everywhere.