The crowd continued to grow in size as the afternoon progressed on a warm and sunny day in the heart of Jackson Heights. “I just want to remind folks that while yes this is a joyous moment, this moment is rooted in rebellion,” said Cabán, who acknowledged the 1969 Stonewall Protests and urged people in attendance to keep in mind that trans youth, immigrants, disabled individuals, and queer people of color are more likely to face discrimination in their daily lives.” Happy Pride!”Ĭabán used her time on stage to underscore the importance of maintaining the focus on protecting the most marginalized members of the LGBTQ community. They are the rainbow because New York is the rainbow and we celebrate the rainbow today. “We have to celebrate today, we have to celebrate Pride,” Adrienne Adams said as she waved a Rainbow Flag on stage.
