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Stonewall Reflection

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Stonewall is remembered because it is referred to as the beginning of the Gay Rights Movement. It is celebrated by annual gay pride parades throughout the world. To get a real understanding of the stonewall commemoration you will have to experience one for yourself. Gay Pride events grew and spread because society became more accepting and started to understanding the gay community. There are still many people who are afraid or ashamed to admit they are gay, however there are many more who are proud to be gay.(Armstrong & Crage, 2006) Many people who do not understand the gay community resorts to many forms of aggression. The forms of aggression vary from verbal to physical abuse. It was so bad if you were caught giving any form

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