"Pride was a defiant stand by queer and trans people against police brutality and state-sanctioned violence, born out of collective struggle, not corporate sponsorships."
"Many LGBTQ+ people are struggling to survive economically, with queer and transgender individuals experiencing high rates of poverty, underemployment, and housing insecurity."
Many LGBTQ+ individuals experience economic hardship despite milestones like marriage equality and military service. Queer and transgender populations, especially Black and Brown trans individuals, face high unemployment, housing instability, and homelessness. Anti-trans legislation and healthcare access challenges exacerbate these issues. Pride origins were rooted in resistance to police violence, contrasting today’s mainstream advocacy that focuses on respectability and has benefited primarily wealthier, cisgender individuals. Economic insecurity remains a pressing danger that complicates the perception of LGBTQ+ liberation.
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