Brighton Beach Pride celebrated its ninth annual march on May 10, marked by the name change from RUSA LGBTQ+ to Qaravan, reflecting broader inclusivity in response to political tensions and the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine. Amid rising fears related to ICE, national coordinator Maxim Ibadov emphasized the event's theme focusing on immigrant rights, urging solidarity as part of their collective identity. The passion of the attendees was palpable as they chanted and marched down the Riegelmann Boardwalk, highlighting resilience in the face of adversity.
We started marching nine years ago when it was Trump's first administration, so we already have some experience with that,
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