New York Leaders Reclaim Stonewall Monument Flag, Defy Federal Opposition
Following the Trump administration’s directive to remove the pride flag from Stonewall National Monument, local leaders and community members have re-raised the symbol of LGBTQ+ pride. This action reinstates the flag, which had been replaced by an American flag, at a site historically significant to the gay rights movement. Advocates emphasize that the pride flag is integral to the history of Stonewall, arguing its removal questions this heritage, while the federal government has criticized the re-raising as a “political stunt.” The community asserts its right to display the flag, viewing it as a powerful symbol of diversity and resilience.
John Q. Hosedrinker