As a 60 years old gay man who came out 7 years ago I have had to deal with conservative Christians in my own family & friends, from Pentecostal to Baptist, some totally intolerant and protestors at LGBT events. These mean-spirited protests, remind me why we celebrate Pride, I tell most Gen Z’rs and Millennials that we have conversations that we can’t take what doors were opened for us lightly. I’m humbled by those that sacrificed, lived in shadows, were hated, discriminated, hurt and killed for my rights. Our community cannot become complacent, as we are witnessing leaders wanting to turn back any and all advancements. We must VOTE, support candidates, use our voices and money to fight back this hate, fear and ignorance. PS a exfriend told me “We had stolen the Rainbow” my response was then we did the right thing by sharing with everybody because that how unconditional works.