Pride month commemorates the Stonewall Uprising, a crucial event in queer history that occurred on June 28, 1969, when patrons of a gay bar in New York City fought back during a police raid. At that time, being queer was criminalized; societal norms vilified gay individuals and their identities. The Stonewall Inn, owned by the mafia, had survived police harassment until this revolt, igniting a broader push for LGBTQ+ rights and visibility. This historical defiance marked a shift towards acceptance and advocacy within the queer community, framing the narrative for future generations.
At this point in history, it was illegal to be outwardly queer, gay, or transgender, and the government classified queer people as 'subversives'.
The Genovese family, which owned the Stonewall Inn, paid bribes to ensure the bar was overlooked during police raids.
On June 28, 1969, what started as a typical police raid on the Stonewall Inn turned into a radical act of defiance by the patrons.
Pride month honors the Stonewall Uprising, acknowledging the struggles against systemic societal oppression faced by the queer community.
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