Parade Fatigue

To march or not to march? That is the Gay Pride Day question.

Comments (0) By Mike Albo Tuesday, Jun 14 2005

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But acts of celebration must continue to be fostered as political statements as well. So all you contingents out there: On Sunday, I want to see more original signage, a curb on the promotional gack, way more drag queens, and a unifying sense of fury. There is a queer kid squashed up against the GNC at Christopher and Seventh who needs you to inspire him.

photo: Cary Conover

The queens storm Christopher Street.

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