Berlin Pride Marchers Warn of Rising Homophobia Amid Political Backlash

Germany Celebrates Pride Despite Conservative Backlash and Rainbow Flag Bans

Germany’s pride month celebrations were accompanied by alt-right backlash and lack of support from the country’s leaders this year. In late June, German parliament president Julia Klöckner banned rainbow flags from being raised atop the legislature’s building during pride. Lawmakers have also been directed to remove rainbow flags and stickers from office doors.  Klöckner has also banned parliamentary public servants from attending Pride in any o…

Berlin Pride marchers warn of rising homophobia amid political backlash

Berlin’s Christopher Street Day (CSD) parade drew record crowds this weekend with marchers and activists using the occasion to raise alarm over a surge in homophobia and what they see as a dangerous shift in Germany’s political climate.Under the defiant slogan “Never shut up,” tens of thousands filled the streets with rainbow flags, music, and protest signs. But behind the festivities was a growing sense of urgency.“This year, we’re not just mar…