Pride Month is a celebration of love, identity, and resistance. It began with a protest. The 1969 Stonewall Uprising, led by Black and Brown trans people, was a direct response to police violence and oppression. That courageous stand sparked a movement, and its legacy reminds us that the fight for liberation is far from over. Today, that same spirit is alive in the streets as communities rise up against injustice and face new threats for doing so.
Over the weekend, protestors in Los Angeles demonstrated against ICE raids. In true villain fashion, Trump responded by escalating to violence and an abuse of power. Without a request from the state, he activated the National Guard, which is a blatant violation of our First Amendment rights. The result was tear gas, injuries, arrests, and another terrifying show of authoritarianism. We released a statement denouncing Trump's dangerous use of military force in L.A.. Read it here.
While the president attacks our communities and engages in a public fallout with his billionaire buddy Elon Musk, there’s still so much happening here in Maryland. Right now, it’s more important than ever to get involved. If you’re seeking an opportunity to take on-the-ground action, our friends at CASA are planning a March For Families this Wednesday at Noon in Baltimore.
Read on for important updates from our issue campaigns, upcoming events, ways to take action, and major state and national news.
In solidarity,
The Progressive Maryland Team
