Parties and protests mark the culmination of LGBTQ Pride month in NYC and beyond
Briefly

The monthlong celebration of LGBTQ+ Pride combines exuberant parties with political protests, advocating for LGBTQ+ rights and addressing recent anti-LGBTQ+ laws.
Tensions over global issues like the Israel-Hamas war also influence Pride events, exposing divisions within the LGBTQ+ community.
The history of Pride originates from protests, notably commemorating the Stonewall Inn uprising in 1970 as a pivotal moment for LGBTQ+ rights.
Concerns about protests and security threats from foreign terrorist organizations loom over Pride parades, requiring heavy security presence at the events.
Read at NBC New York
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