On March 8, 1972, the first Gay Freedom Day Parade was organized in San Francisco at Glide Memorial Church. This event reflected the growing movement after the Stonewall riots, with local activists from diverse backgrounds attending. The meeting, co-chaired by Reverends Ray Broshears and Bob Humphries, saw unanimous support for the parade, highlighting the collective desire for visibility and rights within the LGBTQ+ community. Broshears, a prominent activist, aimed to address the needs of marginalized populations, fostering a sense of community and empowerment through activism.
"We San Franciscans should join in the celebration of Gay Freedom Day in America, marking a significant step in our local LGBTQ+ activism after Stonewall."
"As a co-chair, Reverend Ray Broshears passionately advocated for the rights of marginalized communities, noting that those in the Tenderloin saw him as their last hope for justice."
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