The AIDS Memorial recognized Mario Cooper (February 8, 1954 – May 29, 2015) who had been HIV positive since the early 1990s, and died in hospice care after he had stopped eating because of depression.
“The story of this Black Gay man who was committed to using his passion and talent as a political strategist to advance the fight against HIV, particularly in African American communities is a inspiration to me as someone who strives to using my passion and skill in politics and government to save the lives of Black people and end the HIV epidemic. Read More
