Bucharest gay pride march turns 20 as LGBTQ+ Romanians face growing hostility from right-wing groups

Bucharest gay pride march turns 20 as LGBTQ+ Romanians face growing hostility from right-wing groups

BUCHAREST, Romania (AP) — Tens of thousands of LGBTQ+ supporters took to the streets of Romania’s capital Saturday for its annual gay pride parade, following a tense election cycle marked by an increase in hate speech against the community. Marchers of all ages walked through Bucharest’s streets and down the central Victory Avenue, as many waved colorful flags, blew whistles and held placards that read: “Be proud, be bold, be you!” Held since 20…

Bucharest gay pride march turns 20 as LGBTQ+ Romanians face growing hostility from right-wing groups

Thousands of LGBTQ+ supporters have taken to the streets of Romania’s capital for its annual gay pride parade

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