'In the wake of the legalization and strong public approval of same-sex marriage, many of us hoped our future would be more parties and parades rather than protest and demonstrations.'
, which positions itself as a place for joy and resistance. In many ways, that is the legacy of the LGBTQ+ rights movement: celebration and joy mixed with tenacity and political advocacy. It is that spirit that many LGBTQ+ advocates are tapping into as we fight for our rights.
The Pride parades we cherish and love all began as a protest. When I remember that LGBTQ+ people simply convening in a place was once outlawed, the connection between our celebration and protest becomes clear. The now iconic Stonewall Riots started at a gay club where patrons tried to find joy and community. After harsh police oppression, a riot broke out, which we commemorate with the Pride parade.
However, this critical time of struggling to maintain our rights is a stark reminder of how deeply connected our parades and protest are. Across conservative states where attempts to ban drag and LGBTQ+ creative expression are being debated, annual Pride parades and parties become protests. Even in more progressive states, the Supreme Court decision reminds us that geography isn’t enough to protect us. In these moments, we recall our history.
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