Pride is a Protest: Therapist Highlights Ongoing Fight for LGBTQ+ Rights

Pride Month in the US: A Protest, Not Just a Celebration June 1st, 2025, saw the upload of a video by Jess, a Licensed Therapist, that sparked conversation about the nature of Pride Month. The video, a response to a comment questioning her perspective, argues that Pride serves as a protest against ongoing threats to LGBTQ+ rights and safety in the United States. Jess points to the current administration's policies as a source of concern. "Queer people having one month for pride here in the US where our rights are threatened day in and day out under this current administration... one month isn't even enough," Jess states, emphasizing the ongoing struggle for equality. Her video highlights the precarious situation faced by transgender people, arguing that a single month is insufficient to address the persistent challenges they face. The video concludes with a call to continue the fight for LGBTQ+ rights and safety. The video's message resonates with the ongoing political and social discussions surrounding LGBTQ+ rights in the US, and its concise nature makes it easily adaptable for a broader audience.