The local community came out to show their support for the recent young people who have committed suicide due to being bullied in their schools and universities. “Be Brave … Be Strong … Be Yourself” was a rally and candlelight vigil held in the parking lot of the Shoppes of Wilton Manors. Wilton Manors is the most populous gay city in the state of Florida and third most populous in the nation. Speakers included State Representative Ari Porth, Wilton Manors Mayor Gary Resnick, former Wilton Manors City Commissioner Julie Carson, Safe Schools South Florida Executive Director Robert Loupo, Hotspots Publisher Peter Clark, New Moon owner Carol Moran and Gay American Heroes founder Scott Hall. Spiritual service led by Rabbi Noah Kitty of Congregation Etz Chaim. Participants were asked to wear the color purple, as part of a nationwide support of unity called “Spirit Day.”