The Stonewall Riots marked a turning point in LGBTQ+ history, transforming years of discrimination and police harassment into a movement that changed the fight for equality. In this video, we explore what led to the uprising, what happened during those historic nights in 1969, and how Stonewall became the foundation of the modern Pride movement.
Understanding Stonewall helps explain why Pride is both a celebration and a protest—and why its legacy continues to shape LGBTQ+ rights today.
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Listen to the full podcast episode: https://www.ajadedgay.com/63-the-stonewall-riots/
Read more on the topic in my blog: https://www.ajadedgay.com/blog/stonewall-riots-a-catalyst-for-pride-and-the-fight-for-lgbtq-rights/
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Sources:
Stonewall Riots: https://www.history.com/topics/gay-rights/the-stonewall-riots
The Stonewall Riots: Coming Out in the Streets: https://www.amazon.com/Stonewall-Riots-Coming-Out-Streets/dp/1419737201
Stonewall Riots: https://www.britannica.com/event/Stonewall-riots
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