“Equality means more than passing laws. The struggle is really won in the hearts and minds of the community, where it really counts.” – Barbara Gittings

In June 1969, police raided the Stonewall Inn in New York City, a well-known gay bar at the time. Instead of submitting to the officers’ harassment and abuse, the patrons fought back. This event, known as the Stonewall Riots, sparked a movement for LGBTQ+ rights and became the catalyst for the first Pride Parade that took place in 1970. 

Since then, the month of June has been recognized as Pride Month, a time to commemorate LGBTQ+ individuals’ identities and advocates’ contributions to their community. It’s a time for celebration, advocacy, and remembrance, and it is essential to understand the history behind it. Pride Month has come a long way, from a time of repression and discrimination to a time of acceptance and inclusion. 

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