Pride—It's a simple word that, for some, denotes
arrogance, hubris, narcissism, or a foolishly and irrationally
distorted sense of one's personal value, importance, or
achievement. However, there is a much more insightful, thoughtful,
and powerful meaning behind the word that has been the impetus for
worldwide commemoration. Pride can mean "the consciousness of
one's own dignity" and "a product of praise,
independent self-reflection, and a fulfilled feeling of
belonging."
On June 28, 1969, police raided the Stonewall Inn, a gay club in
New York City. In response to the raid, bar patrons and local
residents protested and engaged in violent confrontations with law
enforcement for six days. These riots sparked the gay rights
movement in the United States and in other countries as well.
