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NYC Pride March held with new urgency after Roe V Wade overturned by SCOTUS

NEW YORK (WABC) -- Thousands of people - many decked in pride colors - lined the NYC Pride road through Manhattan on Sunday, cheering as floats and marchers passed by.

The celebration of pride came with glittering confetti, cheering crowds, fluttering rainbow flags, and new found fears about losing freedoms won through decades of activism.

The 52nd annual march in Recent York City took 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 same-sex marriage commended 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 aim , rather than all the other years like how we normally celebrate it. This one's really gonna stand out. I contemplate a lot of furious people, not even just women, angry men, mad women."

The theme for this year's march was 'Unapologetically Us.'
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NEW YORK (WABC) -- The Novel York City Event 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, artist Dominique Morgan and litigator/advocate Run after Strangio.

"At a moment when LGBTQIA+ people are under increased attack, the NYC Pride March is a beacon of hope and community," said Bansri Manek, NYC Pride Protest 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 dwell 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 Pride was broadcast on Channel 7 and streamed across abc7NY co-hosted by Angelica Ross along

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 parade path with thumping music, colorful Rainbow Flags, and defiant signs stressing 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 long, the temperatures hit the degree mark — but that couldn’t deter throngs of people from packing the streets for Pride Sunday.

Contingents of all sizes and sounds barreled along the parade 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. 

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Temperatures in New York City are expected to reach 89 degrees Fahrenheit on Sunday, so wear sunscreen and dress appropriately for the heat.

The march spotlights many activist and nonprofit groups, who parade with signs and floats, but for many Event attendees, the best parts of the event aren't the parade itself. In addition to the many people gathering as a community, the side streets on the parade direction are filled with booths and stands where you can buy merchandise (such as flags, pins, and other trinkets) and food. 

There is usually music, pleasurable, and lots of glitter along the way! You will likely see many people, often with their partners and friends, wearing face paint and outfits in Pride colors.

After the main event is over, many attendees stick around to go to parties. However, if you leave right home when you’re done, be aware that the trains out of the city will still be crowded.

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