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This resolution designates June 28, 2025, as Stonewall Uprising Remembrance Day in Delaware, commemorating a pivotal moment in LGBTQIA+ civil rights history. The resolution highlights the significance of the Stonewall uprising, which began on June 28, 1969, when gay rights activists, notably Black and trans individuals like Marsha P. Johnson, confronted police harassment at the Stonewall Inn in New York City. It acknowledges the historical context of discrimination, where homosexuality was criminalized and LGBTQIA+ individuals faced systemic oppression in areas like employment, housing, and healthcare. The resolution recognizes that the Stonewall uprising catalyzed the modern LGBTQIA+ rights movement, leading to the first Pride march in 1970 and the establishment of gay rights organizations nationwide. By designating this remembrance day, the Delaware General Assembly aims to affirm the importance of LGBTQIA+ achievements and encourage broader understanding and acceptance of LGBTQIA+ individuals across diverse backgrounds. The resolution also notes that approximately 4.5% of Delaware adults and 24,000 workers identify as LGBTQIA+, underscoring the community's significance in the state.

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