Thousands packed Mission Dolores Park Friday for the Trans March – one of San Francisco’s largest events during Pride. SanFrancisco Pride
"Many people are telling me they are concerned for their safety in ways they haven’t been before at pride," said Supervisor Rafael Mandelman, who represents District 8., along with reports Justice Clarence Thomas wants to reconsider same-sex marriage and other rights, has caused alarm.
Mandelman said, "People are pissed off, angry. I mean people are celebrating because it’s Pride and you’re supposed to celebrate but I think it’s important to remember Pride started as a protest. And I think that energy is going to carry a lot of people through the weekend."Attorney Alex Lemberg set up a booth at the event, offering legal services to help people who want to change their name or gender marker. "People are excited.
Some attendees said their rights are under attack – citing recent events like bans on transgender athletes, bathroom bills, and here in the Bay Area protestersThe Trans March and weekend parade may feel more like a protest. Theo Merle with the Party for Socialism and Liberation said many are choosing to fight back in a show of unity.
"A big part of being trans and queer is love," said Merle. "And making our voices heard and standing up for each other is love in action."
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