Pride Month in Salt Lake City: Community Courage Amid Controversy
SALT LAKE CITY — This Pride Month, the spirit of resilience shines brightly in Salt Lake City as volunteers come together to celebrate LGBTQ+ rights despite recent setbacks. McCall Tingey, a first-time volunteer with Project Rainbow, is among over 100 who participated in the placement of 2,700 pride flags, defying a state law that prohibits such displays on government property and in public schools.
“It feels really sad that it’s such a big deal,” Tingey remarked, highlighting the ongoing struggle for equal rights. In March, Utah became the first state to enact this ban, prompting widespread community pushback. In response, Salt Lake City recently adopted city flags that incorporate symbols representing the LGBTQ+ and Juneteenth communities.
Rev. Curtis Price of the First Baptist Church lamented the recent theft and vandalism of pride flags, describing the heightened aggression as alarming. “We feel a responsibility to continue to raise those banners,” he stated, emphasizing their symbolism of dignity and worth.
As anti-LGBTQ+ legislations loom nationally, local pride events face challenges, demonstrating the community’s commitment to stand firm and advocate for their rights during this pivotal time.
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