It is, and always has been, about marginalizing biblical Christianity. Gay activism isn’t really about homosexuals and their “rights.” It never has been. Louis gay activists blast Cardinals for holding ‘Christian day’ at ballpark But together we can make big strides toward a truly inclusive community. To fuel this important conversation, we’ve expanded the colors of the flag to include black and brown. Especially when it comes to recognizing people of color in the LGBTQ+ community.
A lot of good, but there’s more we can do. In 1978, artist Gilbert Baker designed the original rainbow flag. Will be inttoduced at Philly Pride this year. Lookin for input from the LGBTQ Black and Brown community. “With all of the black and brown activism that’s worked to address racism in the Gayborhood over the past year, I think the new flag is a great step for the city to show the world that they’re working toward fully supporting all members of our community.”Ī spokesperson for the event would not confirm the new design, but in a statement described the flag reveal as “a special, can’t-be-missed unveiling and raising of a brand-new Pride flag which promises to be a step toward inclusivity, to spur dialogue within the community, and to impact the worldwide conversation.” “The black and brown stripes are an inclusionary way to highlight black and brown LGBTQIA members within our community,” said one source involved with the flag-raising event who asked not to be named.
The new design will be, from top to bottom: black, brown, red, orange, yellow, green, blue and purple. Philadelphia PA, Philadelphia is redefining the LGBT pride flag.The city has a launched a new campaign, “More Color More Pride,” adding one black and one brown stripe to the traditional six colored rainbow.