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June Pride Month, 2020
Although LGBTQ rights groups
have existed for decades, the modern day gay movement is traced to June
28, 1969 when patrons of a New York City Greenwich Village gay bar, the
Stonewall Inn, fought back during a raid by police. At that time, gay
bar raids had become common in cities throughout the country. That
night, patrons of the bar battled the police, and street demonstrations
continued for several days. During that week, gay liberation
organizations were formed, thus giving birth to the modern day LGBTQ
rights movement.
In the four decades since Stonewall, the world has changed
dramatically. The accomplishments, as well as some setbacks since that
time are many. Although a lot has been accomplished during the
past 50 years,
there is still a long way to go.
Every year, Pride is commemorated and celebrated around the world in
many different ways. Events include parades, marches, street festivals,
athletic events, choral concerts, workshops, etc. The bottom line is
that these events bring together millions of people worldwide.
Chicago commemorates and celebrates Pride with close to one hundred
different events during June Pride Month (June 1 to 30). The Chicago
Annual Pride Parade is scheduled each year for the last Sunday in June.
The Chicago 51st Annual Pride Parade is scheduled for Sunday June 28,
2020 at 12 Noon.
 
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