Olympia, Washington has announced that August 23 will be Bikini Kill Day. The proclamation announcing the day reads in part, The band’s influence extends far beyond their music, symbolizing resistance, empowerment, and the fight for gender equality, and inspiring generations of artists and activists; and WHEREAS the City of Olympia recognizes the cultural and historical significance of Bikini Kill, whose members have not only contributed to our local music scene but have also brought international attention to our city as a hub of progressive thought and artistic innovation; and WHEREAS, the City of Olympia acknowledges that during that formative years of the Riot Grrrl movement, we did not recognize the significance of the movement, the power of the message behind the music and the revolu...