Many participants see Pride events as protests against anti-gay, anti-trans laws. Others try to build local support.
Sister Tootie Toot, of the L.A. Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence, talks about the significance of the Progress Pride Flag being raised over the LA County Hall of Administration in Los Angeles, on Thursday, June 1, 2023.
Horvath said the Pride celebrations are a way to open dialogue with those who oppose the events or the satirical troops, such as the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence. She brokered a discussion between the Sisters group, the Dodgers, opponents, and pro-LGBTQ groups that resulted in re-inviting the group.
“It takes time for people to process change,” Saenz said. “The idea that sexuality and gender is a spectrum — maybe there should be more time to allow people to process.” Likewise, the San Gabriel Valley LGBTQ Center in El Monte is hosting “a Pride tour” to community Pride events in Alhambra, La Puente, Pomona and Glendora. An Altadena LGBTQ+ Pride Walkabout runs Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., featuring a walk to businesses by the gay and trans community, a free picnic, live music and a “spiritual exploration” with a sing-along and talks from LGBTQ-affirming churches.
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