Paris Unveils LGBTQ+ Holocaust Memorial Amidst Rising Hate Crimes
A new memorial in Paris, a large steel star designed by Jean-Luc Verna, commemorates LGBTQ+ victims of Nazi persecution and broader historical injustices. Located near the Bastille Plaza, the monument serves as a reminder of past atrocities and a call to combat ongoing discrimination. The design’s duality—a dark side representing remembrance and a silvery side reflecting the changing tides of public opinion—symbolizes both the gravity of the past and the ongoing struggle for LGBTQ+ rights. The inauguration comes amid rising concerns over recent setbacks for LGBTQ+ rights in the United States and Europe, highlighting the memorial’s continued relevance.
John Q. Hosedrinker