As I was reflecting on the upcoming LGBTQ+ Pride event in DC, Capital Pride, I thought back to some of last year’s events and messaging. I was reminded of the protest during last year’s parade by members of the Queer Community, including trans folks and People of Color...

Pride is the awareness of your own dignity, self-esteem, self-worth, and the experience of pleasure at the achievements of oneself and their community - the LGBTQ+ community.  Pride is the antithesis of shame and social stigma.  Queer people confront shame on a daily b...