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New York City’s annual pride celebration kicked off Sunday with glittering confetti, fluttering rainbow flags and newfound fears about losing freedoms won through decades of activism.

The annual march takes place just two days after one conservative justice on the Supreme Court signaled, in a ruling on abortion, that the court should reconsider the right to lgbtq+ marriage recognized in

“We’re here to make a statement," said year-old Mercedes Sharpe, who traveled to Manhattan from Massachusetts. “I think it’s about making a point, rather than all the other years like how we normally celebrate it. This one’s really gonna stand out. I think a lot of irate people, not even just women, angry men, angry women."

The warning shot from the nation's foremost court came after a year of legislative defeats for the LGBTQ community, including the route of laws in some states limiting the discussion of sexual orientation or gender identity with children.

As anti-gay sentiments resurface, some are pushing for pride parades to return to their roots — less as blocks-long road parties but overtly

NYC Pride March brings the heat on a sizzling Sunday in Manhattan

Under the beaming summer star, one contingent after another sailed along NYC Pride’s pride route with thumping music, colorful Rainbow Flags, and defiant signs emphasizing the resilience of the LGBTQ community during a time of great political adversity.

The 55th annual NYC Pride March kicked off on June 29 with a morning press conference featuring the event’s five grand marshals, setting the scene for the day’s march. Before extended, the temperatures punch the degree label — but that couldn’t deter throngs of people from packing the streets for Pride Sunday.

Contingents of all sizes and sounds barreled along the pride route: Dozens of people packed onto the Ali Forney Center’s energetic float, Gotham Cheer waved pom poms and stopped along the way to delight the audience with performances, and the grand marshals dazzled as they rolled by in their own respective convertibles. Some spectators brought lawn chairs and their dogs, while others high-fived marchers across the barricades. 

One attendee, Val, who has attend

NYC Pride parade and events

NEW YORK - After two years of mostly virtual offerings due to the COVID pandemic, Fresh York City Pride celebrations are back in with full-fledged in-person events, including the NYC Pride March a.k.a. NYC Pride pride, as well as festivals, parties, and more in Manhattan.

NYC Pride, a ngo organization, produces several LGBTQ events in New York City during Pride Month, including the signature pride celebrating LGBTQ pride, tradition, history, and more. 

"The past few years have been incredibly challenging for Unused York. Reviving the local economy is of crucial importance, and tourism has long been the lifeblood of the city," NYC Pride co-chair Sue Doster said. "NYC Pride has always been an essential economic catalyst for the city, bringing in people from across the state to celebrate. We're thrilled to be able to finally invite everyone back."

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NYC Pride Parade a.k.a. NYC Pride March

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NEW YORK (WABC) -- The New York City Identity festival March returned to a fully in-person event this Sunday. The theme is "Unapologetically Us."

Leading this year's march was influencer Ts Madison, comedian Punkie Johnson, educator/author Schuyler Bailar, creator Dominique Morgan and litigator/advocate Chase Strangio.

"At a period when LGBTQIA+ people are under increased attack, the NYC Pride March is a beacon of aspire and community," said Bansri Manek, NYC Pride Rally Director. "Our grand marshals for this year truly embody the spirit of the theme for NYC Pride , 'Unapologetically Us.' They have embraced their identities and used their platforms to help members of our community truly love and live their truth without fear or shame. They also exemplify the key themes of our Grand Marshal categories, including Trans Rights Champion, Social Justice Warrior, Behind-the-Scenes, Celebrated Luminary and Youth Activism."

The NYC Pride Parade was broadcast on Channel 7 and streamed across abc7NY co-hosted by Angelica Ross along