Originally Posted by
pennylane
I would say the reasons behind Gay pride day go a lot deeper than we think .
Remember it was once illegal to be homosexual , people were put into prison for it , gay sex was outlawed , people were banished from home and community , careers were ruined , lives destroyed , it was seen as a mental illness by some .
Gay pride is not only a celebration , but also a reminder of how times have changed , people are no longer prepared to be percecuted for their sexuality , thus the very colourful parades they now have .
I do seem remember the fella from 'Right said fred' attempt one in Russia though , and the police battered him . Not good . Brilliant pics Lindy .