New York City Declares “Laverne Cox Day” [VIDEO]

Mic reports:

June 22 is now officially Laverne Cox Day in New York City. New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio, made the surprise announcement on Thursday when the actress made an appearance at his official residence, Gracie Mansion.

“Can you believe that a black transgender woman from Mobile, Alabama, raised by a single mother has a day in New York City named after her?” Cox said to a cheering audience once she took the mic.

Cox then called attention to what she sees as much needed reforms in policing and civil liberties in the United States. That included a call honoring Philando Castile and advocating for transgender bathroom protections.

In all she does, she enlightens and uplifts. I was honored to proclaim Thursday, June 22nd, 2017 Laverne Cox Day in New York City. pic.twitter.com/u0ZGhLKyLQ

— Bill de Blasio (@NYCMayor) June 23, 2017