The pink triangle atop Twin Peaks in San Francisco, a significant symbol of Pride Month, was vandalized by a 19-year-old man using black spray paint. Patrick Carney, co-founder of the triangle, expressed concern over the implications for the LGBTQ+ community nationally. While the triangle has faced previous acts of vandalism, including arson in 2009, Carney remains resilient, planning to repair it quickly. The incident stirred condemnation from the community and Mayor Lurie, who criticized the vandalism as unrepresentative of San Francisco's values and a blow to the LGBTQ+ pride community.
"If it can happen here in San Francisco of all places, think what can happen in other parts of the country," said Patrick Carney.
San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie called the triangle a powerful installation celebrating the resilience of the LGBTQ+ community, stating, "This hateful act of vandalism does not reflect San Francisco's values and will not be tolerated."
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